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HIV is no longer a death sentence. But under Louisiana law, it can be a prison sentence.
Robert Suttle thought enlisting in the Air Force after college in 2003 would give his life structure. Instead, the enlistment process gave the Shreveport resident a life-changing diagnosis: He was HIV positive at age 24. Suttle was in shock. He didn’t know anyone with HIV. Even as a young gay...
Carry On: Exploring the Essence of Terrebonne Parish through New Video Series
Explore Houma, the Houma Area Convention & Visitors Bureau has found a way to take viewers on a journey on all things Terrebonne Parish. The journey to ‘Carry On’ began with the tourism center’s initial partnership with HTV, where Communications & Public Relations Manager Tara Morvant appeared as a guest on the show to discuss events and festivals in Terrebonne Parish. After realizing the potential to offer viewers a broader and more engaging experience, Morvant and the marketing team’s support at the Houma CVB, Melissa DeRouche, and Nicole Davis set out to create something unique. Their collaborative brainstorming resulted in “Carry On,” a show that cleverly combines humor with valuable information about our beloved area.
Louisiana Residents Urged to Update Social Security Info
SHREVEPORT, LA - Louisiana residents should not ignore the latest information from the Social Security Administration. You probably got an email message from the agency this month. It's real and is not a scam. What Does the Social Security Want?. You are being asked to update your online Social Security...
Wild hogs wreaking havoc on the highways in St. Charles Parish
ST. CHARLES PARISH, La. — Recent estimates indicate there are more wild hogs in Louisiana than the combined populations of New Orleans, Baton Rouge, and Lafayette. In St. Charles Parish, the descendants of domesticated pigs are wreaking havoc on the highways. Tuesday, the SCSO released a statement saying, “Recently,...
Rain chances continue Wednesday but less duration
NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) —We will see a slight change to the pattern over the next couple of days with rain and storms becoming a bit more isolated. Expect more widespread rain to continue in the western part of the state with our area getting a bit less activity. It...
Paralyzed Lafayette police officer speaks 1 year after fatal shooting: 'Lost my entire identity'
Struggling emotionally, mentally and physically, the road to recovery has been bumpy for Hali Bradford, a Lafayette police officer who was shot and injured in the line of duty. Bradford was one of two officers shot Aug. 5. A toddler, 19-month-old Kaci Cyprian, was killed and her older brother, Kaisyn...
UPDATE: Sandbags Available Ahead of Potential Flood Event
OPELOUSAS, La. (KPEL News) - While we are no strangers to the rain here in South Louisiana, there is still a limit to what the ground can handle. With the weather forecast calling for a good bit of rain over the next few days, the time to prepare for possible flooding is now.
Hammond native makes Dallas Cowboys cheerleading team
NEW ORLEANS — Hammond native Darah Haidet announced that she will be a Dallas Cowboys cheerleader this fall. Darah Haidet posted on social media Tuesday saying, I’m BEYOND humbled and honored to announce that I am a Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader" Haidet attended LSU and was a member of...
Furniture Chain Confirms Bankruptcy – Louisiana Stores to Close
Furniture and appliance shoppers in cities such as Lake Charles, Lafayette, Alexandria, Shreveport, Baton Rouge, Monroe, Port Allen, and the Greater New Orleans area might soon find themselves with one less option when it comes to furnishing and outfitting their homes. A one-time leader in the furniture and appliance industry has officially confirmed it has filed for bankruptcy protection as of this past Tuesday.
Louisiana Flood Threat Elevated – ‘Next Level’ Rains Likely
This is not the news that rain-weary residents of Lake Charles, Lafayette, Alexandria, Crowley, Eunice, and Opelousas wanted to hear. The Weather Prediction Center has once again placed the rainfall "bullseye" squarely on Louisiana and southwestern Louisiana in particular for strong storms with torrential downpours between now and early Friday morning.
Confirmed: West Nile Virus Detected in Mosquitoes in South Louisiana
As we are in the middle of summer, residents of south Louisiana are being urged to take precautions against West Nile Virus following recent tests that detected the virus in mosquitoes in Iberia Parish. The Louisiana Department of Health (LDH) has issued a warning about the increased risk of mosquito-borne illnesses in Acadiana.
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