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Woman murdered in a Hammond gas station was an unintended victim of a targeted shooting, according to authorities

Friday, June 5 by Louisiana Radio Network

A manhunt is underway for at least two people who shot an innocent woman to death inside a vehicle at a Hammond gas station early yesterday morning. Police Chief Edwin Bergeron Jr. said while one car was at a gas pump, another car pulled... Read More.

Recent rediscovery of New World screwworm leads to increase in beef prices

Friday, June 5 by Louisiana Radio Network

The New World screwworm has been found in the United States for the first time in nearly 60 years. It's a flesh-easting parasite that can kill animals including livestock. Agriculture Commissioner Mike Strain says the deadly bug was found in a calf in Texas,... Read More.

Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry signs bill increasing penalties for marijuana usage on campuses, school zones throughout state

Thursday, June 4 by Louisiana Radio Network

Governor Landry signed a bill increasing the penalties for marijuana use on college campuses and near schools. While the new law affects all school zones across the state Pollock Representative Gabe Firment says it specifically targets creating a more family-friendly environment at on-campus tailgates... Read More.

Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries make strides in restoration of Toledo Bend fish habitat

Thursday, June 4 by Louisiana Radio Network

The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries biologists believe they are making progress in restoring critical fish habitat on Toledo Bend. LDWF Biologist Manager Villis Dowden says over the past two weeks crews have stocked 110 containers of native eelgrass which can provide critical... Read More.

Louisiana State Police instructed not to issue tickets for expired Louisiana vehicle inspection stickers

Thursday, June 4 by Louisiana Radio Network

The elimination of state inspection stickers doesn't officially happen until January 1st; but for all intents and purposes, your days of schlepping to get your vehicle inspected are over. Governor Landry has told State Police not to issue citations for expired inspection stickers. And... Read More.

St. Tammany Parish Sheriff Randy Smith arrested today after altercation in Madisonville last Friday

Thursday, June 4 by Louisiana Radio Network

The sheriff of St. Tammany Parish is discovering what it's like on the other side of the law. Sheriff Randy Smith has turned himself in to face charges stemming from an altercation at a Madisonville restaurant on Friday, May 29th. Investigators say he violently... Read More.

Controversial homelessness legislation reaches governor’s desk

Thursday, June 4 by Louisiana Radio Network

A bill known as the "Streets to Success Act" is awaiting Governor Landry's signature. The legislation attempts to address homelessness in the state, but Louisiana Advocacy Coalition on Homelessness Coordinator Joe Heeren-Mueller said it misses the mark. It establishes a new crime of unauthorized... Read More.

Voter apathy evident as Louisianians reject all constitutional amendments in most recent election

Thursday, June 4 by Louisiana Radio Network

Since March of 2025, Louisiana voters have rejected nine constitutional amendment proposals that appeared on two different ballots and nine more will be on the ballot in November. Melinda Deslatte with the Public Affairs Research Council says state lawmakers are not fazed by the... Read More.

New poll has Julia Letlow currently leading John Fleming ahead of 2026 Louisiana Republican runoff

Thursday, June 4 by Louisiana Radio Network

A new poll shows Julia Letlow with a very clear path to the Republican nomination for U.S. Senate. The poll by Kaplan Strategies shows Letlow with a 15-point lead over John Fleming, 52% to 37%, with 10% undecided. Pollster Doug Kaplan says Letlow has... Read More.

Louisiana lawmakers pass additional bills to combat imported seafood

Thursday, June 4 by Louisiana Radio Network

The legislature continued its crackdown on imported seafood in this session, passing several bills aimed at protecting Louisiana shrimpers. Houma Representative Jessica Domangue carried a bill by Agriculture and Forestry Commissioner Mike Strain, giving the agency the authority to seize and destroy seafood at... Read More.

Author: Louisiana Radio Network

Woman murdered in a Hammond gas station was an unintended victim of a targeted shooting, according to authorities

Recent rediscovery of New World screwworm leads to increase in beef prices

Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry signs bill increasing penalties for marijuana usage on campuses, school zones throughout state

Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries make strides in restoration of Toledo Bend fish habitat

Louisiana State Police instructed not to issue tickets for expired Louisiana vehicle inspection stickers

St. Tammany Parish Sheriff Randy Smith arrested today after altercation in Madisonville last Friday

Controversial homelessness legislation reaches governor’s desk

Voter apathy evident as Louisianians reject all constitutional amendments in most recent election

New poll has Julia Letlow currently leading John Fleming ahead of 2026 Louisiana Republican runoff

Louisiana lawmakers pass additional bills to combat imported seafood

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