Louisiana Officials Spent $12,300 On Tickets For Saints Game In London

Editor's note: This is the first of two stories that looks into what state officials spent on two European trips last year.

In Line With The Deep South, St. Tammany Libraries To "Red Flag" Certain Graphic Novels

MADISONVILLE – The St. Tammany Parish Library will move all graphic novels containing depictions of sex acts behind the circulation desk.

How Medicaid Recipients Can Update Their Contact Information

Medicaid recipients who want to avoid losing their health insurance coverage should make sure they update their contact information.

With Pandemic Protections Ending, Louisiana Reaches Out To Every Medicaid Enrollee

Louisiana will send letters next month to all of the state's 2 million Medicaid enrollees in an attempt to verify their contact information.

Southeastern La., Target Of Cyberattack; State Police Investigating

Southeastern Louisiana University was the target of a cyberattack that left much of the campus without internet throughout the weekend.

Fifth Circuit Will Hear Decades-Long Case Over Black Seat On La., Supreme Court

A federal appeals panel will consider whether to dissolve the only Black seat on Louisiana's highest court.

In Tough Rental Market, The Clock Runs Out For One Section 8 Tenant

On Valentine's Day, Arnetta Harris walked into the lobby of the Housing Authority of New Orleans, where empty rows of chairs languished.

Bond Commission Keeps Banking Options Open, Despite Jeff Landry's Wishes

Members of the State Bond Commission met and opted against placing any restrictions on the banks Louisiana is allowed to borrow money from.

Louisiana Second Worst State In U.S., For Electric Vehicle Infrastructure, But "We're Going To Catch Up"

Louisiana has fallen far behind the rest of the nation when it comes to electric vehicle infrastructure, according to a recent study.

4,700 Louisiana State Workers Would Benefit From Minimum Wage Increase

It would occur after years of Governor Edwards failing to convince lawmakers to raise the minimum wage for all Louisiana workers.

Louisiana Higher Education: Pennington Gets Diabetes Funding; Meal Vouchers Curb Campus Hunger

The Louisiana Illuminator takes a weekly look at news from universities and colleges around the state. Have a tip, or want to submit?

Judge Rules Against LSU Student Journalist Seeking Greek Life Investigation Records

A Louisiana district judge has ruled against the editor of LSU's student-run newspaper in its attempt to unearth investigative records.

Chaos At Lafayette Library Board Could Violate Open Meetings Law

With the click of a button, Lafayette Parish Library Board of Control President Robert Judge threw the body's February meeting into chaos.

Folgers Property Tax Break Appeal Heads To La., State Board

The Louisiana Board of Commerce and Industry is expected to hear the appeal of tax exemption denials from Folgers Coffee Co., next week.

Louisiana Police Agencies Fail To Report Why Most Officers Leave, Database Shows

NEW ORLEANS – Law enforcement agencies in Louisiana are failing in a majority of cases to report why officers leave their employment.

Commentary: Louisiana's Rural Health Disparities Deserve A Longer Look

Legislative task forces are often the product of proposed legislation that runs out of steam, upon seeing that a bill has no chance.

Proposed Law Would Ban LGBTQ+ Job Discrimination In La.

A bill the Louisiana Legislature will consider would prohibit employment discrimination based on gender identity and sexual orientation.

Cantrell Recall Would Make Significant History In Louisiana

Organizers of a recall petition to oust New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell had until 4:30 p.m. Wednesday to file their petition.

Deportations Out Of Louisiana Part Of Racist Immigration Policies, Advocates Say

Complaints of abuse, and deprivation of due process on behalf of Black asylum seekers have never been adequately redressed, the report says.

Louisiana Faculty Sound The Alarm On Retirement Crisis

Louisiana's higher education faculty feel trapped, the report states.

Nursing Home Agency Director Used State Credit Card For Air Fryers, SmartWatches, Audit Alleges

The former head of a state nursing home oversight office allegedly totaled over $18,000 in personal charges on an agency-issued credit card.

Louisiana Will Make State Government Salaries Available To The Public

Louisiana intends to make the salaries of state government employees available through a new, searchable database that will go public.

Solar-Powered ‘Lighthouses' Could Offer Refuge From Natural Disasters In La.

A coalition of churches and organizations across Louisiana are building hundreds of solar-powered microgrids.

Frequent Outages Could Lead To Big Fines For Entergy New Orleans Under New Standards

The New Orleans City Council established a new set of reliability standards Thursday for Entergy New Orleans, that could lead to fines.

Successful Recalls Are A Small-Town Phenomenon In Louisiana

Organizers of an effort to recall New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell have until Wednesday to turn in roughly 50,000 signatures.

Louisiana Higher Ed: Federal Funds For Northwestern, Grambling; Pennington Earns Health Award

The Louisiana Illuminator takes a weekly look at news from universities and colleges around the state. Have a tip, or want to submit?

Pols On Parade: Louisiana Elected Officials Celebrate Mardi Gras

The masks can make it difficult to identify them, but many Louisiana elected officials take part in Carnival season – and are eager to.

Governor Expects DEQ Response Soon To Grant Parish Burn Pit Complaints

“He acts like Brown is his boss rather than the other way around,” Salvatore said.

Louisiana Proposal Would Give Local Governments More Say-So On Library Boards

A bill the Louisiana Legislature will consider would limit the power of local library boards by giving parish officials this freedom.

Road Home Reaches Its End, Thousands Of Lawsuits Against Recipients Pulled

It was the landmark and lambasted government program that attempted to make homeowners whole after Hurricane Katrina.

New State Utility Regulator Wants To Reduce Rates, Introduce Renewable Mandates

The person defied the odds to become the first openly LGBTQ person elected to a statewide office, and intends to use the momentum.

Louisiana May Exclude More Banks From State Business Over Guns, Energy Policy

The La., State Bond Commission might further limit the state's business with large banks based on their dealings with gun manufacturers.

Commentary Signatures To Oust Cantrell Are One Thing; A Recall Election Is Another

A rousing cheer greeted New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell when she arrived at a Lower 9th Ward community center Thursday. She was there.

K-12 Teacher, College Faculty Pay Raises Proposed In Next Louisiana Budget

Gov. John Bel Edwards wants to put a portion of Louisiana's $2.2 billion in better-than-expected revenue toward K-12 teacher pay raises.

Arraignment Date Set For White Troopers Who Reportedly Kicked, Beat, Dragged, And Shot Ronald Greene

A date is set for five white troopers with Louisiana State Police to be formally charged for their alleged roles in the May 2019 death.

Louisiana Considers Swapping Gas Tax With Mileage Fees

Louisiana is eyeing a pilot program that would charge drivers a mileage fee as a way to replace or augment the gasoline tax.

Shawn Wilson Retires From Transportation Department; No Word Yet On Governor's Race

The person who has emerged as the most likely Democrat to run for Louisiana governor announced he is retiring from his state job.

Louisiana Governor Says Stricter Enforcement On THC Products, Law Change May Be Coming

Gov. John Bel Edwards said Louisiana residents will see a government clampdown on unregulated THC products.

FEMA Deadline For Hurricane Ida Assistance Maroons Coastal Residents

PLAQUEMINES PARISH – Rosina Philippe, a tribal elder with Atakapa-Ishak/Chawasha tribe, needs more time to help villages like hers recover.

Louisiana Tax Cut Triggers Worries Among Some Lawmakers

It's a set of new automatic tax cuts that Louisiana lawmakers said would only occur during an economic boon.