By Anna PuleoLSU Manship School News Service The Louisiana House advanced a bill Tuesday to raise taxes ononline sports betting after adopting an amendment to lower the amount of the …
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MINUTEMAN III TEST LAUNCH SHOWCASES READINESS OF U.S. NUCLEAR FORCE’S SAFE, EFFECTIVE DETERRENT
by BPT Staffby BPT StaffA joint team of Air Force Global Strike Command Airmen launched an unarmed Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile equipped with a single Mark-21 High Fidelity Re-Entry Vehicle May 21 at …
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DOTD marks a year of construction for the new Jimmie Davis Bridge project in Bossier
by BPT Staffby BPT StaffThe Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development is highlighting one full year of construction and accomplishments for the ongoing Jimmie Davis Bridge replacement project. The $360 million project is one …
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Louisiana House Passes Bill to Eliminate DEI Programs in Public Institutions Amid Heated Debate
by BPT Staffby BPT StaffBy Anna PuleoLSU Manship School News Service The Louisiana House Monday night passed a controversial bill that would prohibitdiversity, equity and inclusion offices, training and hiring policies in state agencies …
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The Louisiana Legislative Rural Caucus has elected RepresentativeDodie Horton (R-Haughton) as Secretary/Treasurer for 2025-26. With 80 members, it is the largest of the legislative caucuses and includes Senate and Housemembers …
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Mayor Hunter Timms Wants Answers from LPSC After Haughton Suffers Extended Power Outages
by BPT Staffby BPT StaffOn May 19, 2025, Haughton Mayor Hunter Timms addressed the Louisiana Public Service Commission (LPSC) in Lafayette, urging state regulators to investigate the April 2 and April 26 power outages …
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Legendary Rock, Viral Comedy and Luxe Getaways Collide this October in Bossier City
by BPT Staffby BPT StaffThis fall, the stage is set for an epic entertainment takeover at Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana. Prepare for three nights of music, laughter and pure adrenaline as the powerhouse Chicago …
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LSU President William F. Tate IV Accepts Presidency at Rutgers University
by BPT Staffby BPT StaffLSU President William F. Tate IV announced Monday that he has accepted the role of president at Rutgers University and will conclude his service at LSU on June 30, 2025. …
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By Anna PuleoLSU Manship School News Service The House Appropriations Committee on Monday advanced two majorcriminal justice bills, including a post-conviction change that could cost the state more than $4million …
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The Bossier Parish Police Jury is advising motorists to anticipate traffic delays on AirlineDrive due to scheduled signal upgrades at two key intersections. Beginning tomorrow, crews will begin upgrading traffic …