The Louisiana State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFM) is investigating two separate deadly residential fires that occurred across the state over a three-hour period, from March 20–21, 2026. Tragically, each fire …
Since 2021, Northwestern State University’s Gowns for Grads program has provided caps and gowns to students unable to purchase graduation regalia to wear on graduation day. Dr. Jennifer Shaw, research associate …
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) announced today that it has been selected to participate in a new federal pilot program designed to help safely introduce next-generation aircraft …
State Representative Larry Bagley has introduced House Bill 838, legislationthat would eliminate Louisiana’s requirement for annual vehicle inspection stickers. Bagley said the proposal has the support of Louisiana Governor Jeff …
The 2026 Regular Legislative Session convened today at noon as required by the State Constitution. Returning to Baton Rouge, lawmakers will tackle a variety of subjects including regulating Artificial Intelligence …
A $50,000 grant from the Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana Foundation (Louisiana Blue Foundation) helped the Food Bank of Northeast Louisiana provide disaster relief across the region following …
On Wednesday, March 4, 2026, State Fire Marshal investigators arrested 35-year-old Tony Mitchell of Many in connection with a fire and domestic violence situation that occurred in February. Mitchell has …
Governor Jeff Landry today announced that the U.S. Department of War has authorized a six-month extension of the Louisiana National Guard’s security mission in the New Orleans area to continue …
AT&T* customers and FirstNet® subscribers at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge are expected to get a big boost in wireless connectivity in 2026 following AT&T’s acquisition of the stadium’s distributed antenna …
Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry today highlighted the impact of the 2024 Tax Reform Special Session, noting that folks across the state are now saving more money as they file their 2025 tax …
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