Louisiana News

Menhaden Fishery: A Hidden Economic Gem in Louisiana

News Summary The menhaden fishery in Louisiana, often called pogies, significantly contributes to the state's economy and ecosystem. Once a…

1 month ago

LaPlace Community Confronts Uncertainty as Denka Lawsuit is Withdrawn

News Summary Residents of LaPlace, Louisiana, face an uncertain future as the Trump administration plans to drop a federal lawsuit…

1 month ago

Massive Expansion Planned for Louisiana LNG Facility

News Summary The Trump Administration has announced a major $18 billion expansion of the Plaquemines LNG facility in Louisiana. This…

1 month ago

Oversights Uncovered in Louisiana Treasury Department Audit

News Summary A recent audit of the Louisiana Department of Treasury has revealed significant oversights in financial oversight, including misclassifications…

2 months ago

Louisiana Tech University Secures Grant for Timber Innovation

News Summary Louisiana Tech University in Ruston has received a $300,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Forest Service…

2 months ago

Hyatt Acquires Playa Hotels: What Shareholders Need to Know

News Summary Hyatt Hotels Corp plans to acquire Playa Hotels & Resorts, offering shareholders $13.50 per share. The law firm…

2 months ago

Community Concerns Grow Over Carbon Sequestration in Allen Parish

News Summary Residents in Allen Parish, Louisiana, are expressing serious concerns regarding a proposed carbon sequestration project by Occidental Petroleum's…

2 months ago

Louisiana’s Clean Energy Project Faces Legal Challenges

News Summary Air Products' Louisiana Clean Energy Complex, aimed at producing blue hydrogen and blue ammonia, is facing a lawsuit…

2 months ago

Severe Weather Disrupts Mardi Gras Celebrations in Lafayette

News Summary Lafayette, Louisiana faced unexpected severe weather on Mardi Gras day, February 3, 2024. Residents experienced a tornado watch…

2 months ago

Surprising Shrimp Scandal Hits Lafayette Restaurants

News Summary A recent investigation has uncovered that nearly one-third of shrimp served in Lafayette restaurants is imported and misrepresented.…

2 months ago