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A program in LA sends unarmed civilians to answer 911 calls involving unhoused people
Since George Floyd's murder four years ago, more than 100 programs have been created in the U.S. to send unarmed civilians in response to some 911 calls rather than police. In Los Angeles, the city sends civilians only if the call involves someone who is unhoused. NPR's Kelly McEvers reports on what that can and can't do for the city's housing crisis.
Powerball Winner: Louisiana Lottery Confirms Saturday’s Win
Our sources at the Louisiana Lottery offices in Baton Rouge have bestowed some very good news for lottery players in Louisiana. Saturday night's drawings were very lucrative for players who participated in the multi-state Powerball game and the in-state game Easy 5. Much of the weekend's lottery attention was focused...
Labor Day weekend brings disruptive afternoon storms
NORTH TEXAS — Weather alerts are in place through Labor Day due to disruptive afternoon and evening showers and storms.While no day is expected to be a complete washout, staying weather-aware is necessary if you have outdoor plans. If a storm approaches, you might need to take shelter indoors until it passes.View live radar here.Severe weather is not expected, but isolated strong storms are possible.Despite the chance of rain, there will be plenty of sunshine for a chance to hang out at the pool or local lakes. Temperatures are expected to peak near 90°F Saturday afternoon, but high humidity levels will...
Services for people with disabilities could be eliminated under Landry budget plan
Programs for medically vulnerable children, seniors and people with disabilities could be eliminated next year as a result of Louisiana’s looming budget deficit, officials with Gov. Jeff Landry’s administration said Friday.
DEQ is asking for your help finding solutions to tire waste
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - Around 4.6 million tires are thrown out each year according to the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality. The agency said lots of those are dumped illegally in ditches or on the side of the road. “You go to bed at night nothings there, when you...
Governor Landry Announces New Appointment to the LSU Board of Supervisors
Today, Governor Jeff Landry announced the appointment of Blaise Zuschlag to the LSU Board of Supervisors. Blaise will finish the remainder of his father’s term, Richard Zuschlag, who passed away in June. “Richard Zuschlag lived a life dedicated to serving his state. From starting Acadian Companies to his many...
Dr. Wyche T. Coleman appointed as deputy surgeon general of Louisiana
SHREVEPORT, La. - Louisiana has a new deputy surgeon general. Dr. Wyche T. Coleman III is an ophthamologist and cataract surgeon with Willis Knighton Eye Institute. Coleman grew up in Louisiana. He studied at the Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center in Shreveport. Coleman completed his medical education and ophthalmology residency there. His clinical expertise includes advanced cataract surgery, LASIK, PRK, and the management of chronic eye conditions.
House Speaker Mike Johnson shares re-election plans for Ouachita Parish during visit
Speaker of the House Mike Johnson (R-LA) stopped by the University of Louisiana at Monroe's Clark Williams Technology Success Center during a visit to Monroe on Thursday, sharing his vision for the state if re-elected to represent Louisiana's 4th congressional district in Washington, D.C. Johnson, who is the first Speaker...
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