louisiana local news

New Orleans Proposes Major Changes to Education Funding

News Summary New Orleans is considering a substantial proposal to shift education funding towards private schooling for K-12 students in…

1 month ago

Concerns Rise Over Layoffs at Cameron Prairie Wildlife Refuge

News Summary Recent federal layoffs at Cameron Prairie National Wildlife Refuge in Jennings, Louisiana, have raised serious concerns about wildlife…

1 month ago

Community in Shock as Journalist Found Dead in Hotel Room

News Summary The unexpected death of journalist Adan Manzano in Kenner, Louisiana, has left the community reeling. Found in his…

1 month ago

St. James Parish Judge Rejects Solar Farm Expansion Plans

News Summary A recent ruling by a St. James Parish judge has upheld the local government’s decision to deny the…

1 month ago

Louisiana’s Shift in Vaccine Policy Raises Eyebrows

News Summary Louisiana has made a controversial change in its vaccination strategy, directing health workers to halt traditional mass vaccination…

2 months ago

New York Governor Rejects Louisiana’s Extradition Request for Doctor

News Summary New York Governor Kathy Hochul has declined Louisiana's request to extradite Dr. Margaret Carpenter, who was indicted for…

2 months ago

Baton Rouge and Lafayette Elect New Senators in Special Election

News Summary Baton Rouge and Lafayette held a special election to fill vacancies in the Louisiana State Senate. Larry Selders…

2 months ago

Baton Rouge Sees New Political Leaders Elected

News Summary Baton Rouge experienced a shift in its political landscape with the results of the special elections in Senate…

2 months ago