Livingston School Board Duped In $2 Million Email Scam

The Livingston Parish Public School System was duped into transfers totaling more than $2 million to a cyber scammer last year.

Livingston Parish Council Member Hired Private Investigator To Check For Porn In Libraries

This council member admitted he hired a private investigator to attempt to access online pornography in the parish library system.

Report: Louisiana Third Least Educated State In Nation

Louisiana is the third least educated state, followed only by Mississippi and West Virginia, according to a WalletHub analysis.

Before Lawsuit, Louisiana Senator Had A History Of Blocking Critics On Twitter

Long before she was sued for allegedly violating a person's right to free speech, Sen. Katrina Jackson, D-Monroe, had a history of blocking.

Schroder Ends The Mystery, Enters Governor's Race

Long considered a probable candidate, Louisiana Treasurer John Schroder made his intentions public Thursday and announced he's running.

Will Louisiana Miss Its Chance For A Recreational Marijuana Market?

For the third year in a row, the Louisiana Legislature will have the chance to vote on a proposal to legalize recreational marijuana.

Bill To Restrict Library Materials Is Mirroring Of The South And GOP Playbook

A bill the Louisiana Legislature will consider seeks to restrict minors' access to certain library materials; critics are concerned.

Louisiana Higher Education: Community College System President Asks Congress To Expand Pell Grant

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A Controversial Tax Proposal To Eliminate A Controversial Tax Credit

The Louisiana Legislature will be asked to do away with a long controversial business tax break and remove the tax burden.

A Republican Senator Faces Lawsuit After Allegedly Violating A Resident's First Amendment Rights

Louisiana Sen. Katrina Jackson (R-Monroe), is being sued by the Tulane University First Amendment Law Clinic, according to the report.

LSU Board Approves Health Partnership With Our Lady Of The Lake

The LSU Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a partnership Friday between the university and Our Lady of the Lake.

Will Louisiana Miss Its Chance For A Recreational Marijuana Market?

For the third year in a row, the Louisiana Legislature will have the chance to vote on a proposal to legalize recreational marijuana.

Louisiana Teens Eligible For Brooklyn Public Library Card

The access to free digital access cards for teens and young adults nationwide is to fight back against the Republican campaign to ban books.

Former Louisiana Congressman John Fleming Likely To Enter Treasurer's Race

Former Congressman John Fleming, R-Minden, looks likely to enter the Louisiana treasurer's race, he said in an interview Wednesday.

Growing Body Of Research Suggests Offshore Oil's Methane Pollution Is Underestimated

The report indicates there are 151 platforms near the Louisiana coast.

Early Voting Task Force Calls On Legislature To Adequately Fund Elections

Members of a state panel studying ways to increase early voting turnout have settled on a basic solution to the issue — more money.

States Strive To Reverse Shortage Of Paramedics, EMTs; La., Offers Training Classes

Low wages, a lack of work-life balance, and burnout are among factors contributing to the shortage.

Louisiana Legislature Is Quietly Sitting On $106 Million In Reserve Funding

The Louisiana Legislature ended its last budget cycle June 30 with $106.5 million worth of reserve funding, according to audits.

Here's What Brian Kelly's $1 Million Overpayment Could Have Paid For At LSU

The news that LSU football head coach Brian Kelly was overpaid a whopping $1 million in 2022 ruffled some feathers on campus.

Louisiana Hosting Virtual Career Fair For Tech Industry

Louisiana is hosting an online career fair to connect job seekers with digital, software development, and information technology.

Louisiana OKs $45 Million To Lure Insurance Companies; Will Premiums Go Down?

The Louisiana Legislature gave final approval Friday to a $45 million deposit from the state's general fund, into an incentive fund.

Louisiana Issues New Emergency Rule On Abortion Ban Exceptions

The La., Department of Health issued a new emergency rule that governs a list of medical exceptions to the state's strict abortion ban.

Ronald Greene, Dead Following A Beating By White State Troopers; His Mother Will Attend State Of The Union Address

Ronald Greene was a Black motorist who died in Louisiana State Police custody after white troopers beat him, reports indicate.

Senate Committee Peels Off Requirements For Insurers That Accept Incentive Cash

Legislation state lawmakers are considering during a special session to shore up Louisiana's property insurance market, advanced.

Speckled Trout Population Falls To Lowest Level Ever In Louisiana

Among the most popular fish for anglers and seafood lovers in Louisiana, the speckled trout has reached its lowest population levels ever.

Lawmakers Call Insurance Incentive Fund A ‘Gamble,' But Advance Funding Anyway

The Louisiana House of Representatives gave final passage Wednesday to a bill to transfer millions of dollars to an incentive fund.

In Commentary, It Is Noted That As Usual, Far Right Just Wants A Fight Over COVID, Not Facts

Recent actions from the far right give proof that they have no interest in tackling the pressing concerns of our country.

Shreveport PD Settles Suit Over Alleged Beating Of Black Man For Supporting Black Lives Matter

The Shreveport Police Department has settled a federal lawsuit filed by a 37-year-old Black man who said an officer assaulted him.

Higher Education Tenure Task Force Will Not Meet; Sponsors Plans Legislation

A Louisiana lawmaker staunchly opposed to permanent tenure for college professors said he will not call for a meeting of the policy review.

House Advances Two Bills To Address Louisiana Insurance Crisis

A Louisiana House committee advanced two bills lawmakers and insurance officials said will provide at least a short-term solution.

Tenant Advocates Decry Jefferson Parish Plan To Tear Down Public Housing

Much of Acre Road, the public housing project in Marrero, looked like a ghost town by late January. Its playgrounds were bereft.

Louisiana Refineries Are Among The Top U.S. Water Polluters, Report Finds

Water contamination linked to oil and gas refineries is just as bad as the air pollution they produce, according to a new report.

Lawmakers Introduce Legislation To Address Insurance Crisis

Louisiana legislative leaders opened a special session Monday with two proposals that add millions to an incentive program.

Another Study Links Poverty To Poor Results At Louisiana Schools

A recent analysis of Louisiana schools reflects what numerous other studies have found: Poverty has a notable impact on student performance.

‘The Rock' Residents Once Lived Off The Land. They Blame A Burn Pit For Turning It Toxic.

The Hoskins family, the report states, wonders "how long it has been eating the eggs of cancerous birds."

‘Underdog' Sharon Hewitt, Former Engineer, Hopes Her Path Leads To Governor's Office

Sharon Hewitt said the impact she made with her local parent-teacher association in Slidell inspired her to enter politics in 2015.

What Potential Louisiana Governor Candidates Are Saying

Two major candidates who might join the governor's race said they are not ready to announce whether they are launching a campaign yet.

Commentary: Louisiana Deserves Modern Mindset On Child Sexual Abuse Prevention

It's always nice to see a piece of bad legislation salvaged and turned into a good law, and that might be what happens with this proposal.

There Were 381,000 Louisianians Approved For Biden's Student Debt Forgiveness

Out of more than 600,000 Louisianians identified as qualified for Biden's student loan forgiveness, 381,000 applied and were approved.

Louisiana Higher Education: LSU Students Call Out Rape Culture; Southeastern La., President To Retire

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