louisiana politics

Louisiana Approves $1.35 Billion for Broadband Expansion

News Summary Louisiana has become the first state in the U.S. to receive approval for $1.35 billion in funding aimed…

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Amendment 2: Examining Its Impact on Louisiana’s Teachers

News Summary As Louisiana prepares for the March 29 vote, Amendment 2 proposes significant changes to education funding aimed at…

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Louisiana Kicks Off Early Voting for Presidential Elections

News Summary Early voting in Louisiana has officially begun, starting October 18 and running through October 29, 2024. Voters can…

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Louisiana Governor Renames Gulf of Mexico to Gulf of America

News Summary On March 13, 2025, Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry signed an executive order to officially rename the Gulf of…

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Changes in Nonprofit Leadership in New Orleans

News Summary New Orleans is witnessing significant changes in its nonprofit sector, with several organizations expanding their leadership teams and…

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Historic Execution Planned in Louisiana Using Nitrogen Hypoxia

News Summary Louisiana prepares for its first execution by nitrogen hypoxia on March 18, 2025, involving inmate Jessie Hoffman, convicted…

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New Orleans Faces Setback as Farm-to-School Program Funding Canceled

News Summary The Trump Administration has terminated funding for farm-to-school programs in Louisiana, cutting expected support of $11 million for…

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Louisiana Public Defenders Allege Retaliation and Free Speech Breaches

News Summary In Louisiana, five public defenders have accused state official Rémy Starns of retaliating against them and infringing on…

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New Orleans Faces Long Waits at Motor Vehicle Office Amid System Woes

News Summary New Orleans' Office of Motor Vehicles is experiencing significant delays due to ongoing system outages, leading to long…

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