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Louisiana’s slanted views on youth crime show a need to focus on solutions rather than individuals
During this election season, I’ve been thinking a lot about what our voting choices can tell us about how we view ourselves as a state, as a nation, and as individuals, and how that self image is reflected in how we approach crime and punishment. I’ve always been interested in incarceration, especially as it relates […]
LDAF Cites Arson as Cause of Logging Fire
The Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry (LDAF) investigated a fire Saturday, August 24, that broke out at LA Highway 465, north of Simpson. A logging crew working in the area had left work on August 23. While they were absent, a fire broke out on several pieces of equipment and some timber. One skidder was destroyed, and another skidder and a loader were damaged. The timber also burned. The total value of the losses was over $500,000.
The Breakdown: LDH considers slashing programs for children, elderly in next budget
LOUISIANA, USA — At a House Appropriations meeting Friday, Louisiana Secretary of Health Michael Harrington and his colleagues made suggestions for how to close a budget gap and what could be eliminated. It included PACE, which is a program to assist seniors instead of going to a nursing home,...
LaSalle Parish authorities investigate threat to school, suspect arrested
JENA, La. (KNOE) - The LaSalle Parish Sheriff’s Office has arrested a suspect after investigating a threat made to a LaSalle Parish school. The investigation began on Thursday, August 29 after LPSO and the Jena Police Department received multiple calls from residents concerned about a message circulating through social media regarding an incident that would take place on Friday (August 30).
Rapides Parish Students Shape School District Decisions
Today, students from Rapides Parish School District gathered at Brame Middle School for the first meeting of the Superintendent's Student Advisory Board. The students shared their different perspectives and ideas on various topics, leading to meaningful discussions. The voices of these students will play a crucial role in shaping decisions and implementing improvements within the school district. The administration and faculty at Brame Middle School were thanked for hosting the productive meeting. #OwnTheMission #BetterTogetherRapides Parish Schools.
Gov. Landry Bans Critical Race Theory From Louisiana Classrooms
Governor of Louisiana Jeff Landry has signed an executive order into law, banning Critical Race Theory (CRT) in the state's K-12 schools. It's been months since the controversial teaching concept has been a hot topic but as of this Tuesday Governor Landry has signed Executive Order JML 24-132 which will ban any schools from enacting rules, bulletins, regulations, contracts, or policies that might endorse what is considered by many to be the core tenants of CRT.
Louisiana will participate in Rose Parade
For the fourth consecutive year, Louisiana will showcase its vibrant culture in the 2025 Tournament of Rose Parade in Pasadena, California. Lt Governor Billy Nungesser shared in a Facebook post that this year’s float will feature a Louisiana alligator adorned with beads, a Cajun dance hall, and pots of boiled seafood. The scenes perfectly capture the essence of a “Louisiana Saturday Night.”
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