louisiana local news

KID smART Expands Board to Enhance Arts Education in New Orleans

News Summary KID smART in New Orleans is expanding its board by adding four new members, aiming to strengthen arts-rich…

3 weeks ago

Louisiana Office of Motor Vehicles Faces System Outage

News Summary Louisiana's Office of Motor Vehicles recently experienced a significant system outage that led to long lines and frustrations…

3 weeks ago

Controversial Abortion Case in Port Allen, Louisiana

News Summary A mother in Port Allen, Louisiana, has pleaded not guilty to felony charges for allegedly providing abortion pills…

3 weeks ago

Pediatric Care Rivalry Intensifies in New Orleans

News Summary The pediatric care market in New Orleans is heating up as Ochsner Health and LCMC Health compete for…

4 weeks ago

Baton Rouge Introduces Hurricane-Resilient Housing Solutions

News Summary In Baton Rouge, a recent tour at LaHouse highlighted innovative strategies for hurricane-resilient housing. Dr. Carol Friedland led…

4 weeks ago

New Orleans Tackles Food Waste with Innovative Solutions

News Summary New Orleans is actively combating food waste through collaborative initiatives involving universities, nonprofits, and restaurants. Tulane University has…

4 weeks 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LaPlace Community Confronts Uncertainty as Denka Lawsuit is Withdrawn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…

4 weeks ago

Job Cuts Shake Up Louisiana as Federal Workers Face Uncertainty

News Summary Recent job cuts under the Trump administration have created unease among federal workers in Louisiana. The National Finance…

1 month ago

Violence Strikes Franklinton’s Mardi Gras Parade

News Summary The Pepe Mardi Gras Parade in Franklinton, Louisiana, turned chaotic on March 2 when a shooting injured five…

1 month ago

Layoffs at NOAA Raise Concerns in New Orleans

News Summary New Orleans residents are alarmed by recent layoffs at NOAA, which affected nearly 1,000 employees. This could jeopardize…

1 month ago