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Louisiana legislation advances that would increase salaries of governor, statewide elected officials

Wednesday, May 6 by Louisiana Radio Network

A bill that would significantly increase the salaries of the governor and other statewide elected officials received pushback, but the House Appropriations Committee approved the proposal. The measure would increase the governor's salary from $130,000 to $182,000 starting in 2028. Bruce Reilly, the deputy... Read More.

Louisiana tourism generated nearly $2 billion in tax revenue during 2025, according to Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser

Wednesday, May 6 by Louisiana Radio Network

2025 was another big year for tourism in Louisiana, with 45 million people visiting the state. Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser says those visitors spent big while in the state, generating very valuable tax revenue. "They spent $18.8 billion, and they generated $1.9 billion in taxes.... Read More.

Two Baton Rouge residents launch recall campaign against Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry

Tuesday, May 5 by Louisiana Radio Network

After Governor Landry suspended the U.S. House primary elections following last Wednesday's Supreme Court ruling, two Baton Rouge residents have launched a recall campaign against him. LSU political science professor Robert Hogan says Louisiana is one of 19 states which permit the recall of... Read More.

U.S. Senate Republican candidates Julia Letlow and John Fleming conduct radio debate on the Moon Griffon Show

Tuesday, May 5 by Louisiana Radio Network

Two of the main candidates in the U.S. Senate Republican primary faced off in a 90-minute debate during the Moon Griffon Show. Congresswoman Julia Letlow immediately went after Senator Bill Cassidy, who was not at the debate. She says it was a horrible decision... Read More.

Louisiana Tech set to resume in-state rivalries as it joins Sun Belt Conference beginning July 1st

Tuesday, May 5 by Louisiana Radio Network

Louisiana Tech's 13-year relationship with Conference USA is winding down, as the Bulldogs are gearing up to join the Sun Belt on July 1st. Athletic Director Ryan Ivey says returning to having in-state rivals and other conference foes nearby is a big deal for... Read More.

Congressman Cleo Fields speaks out in support of lawsuit seeking to reinstate Louisiana U.S. House primary elections

Tuesday, May 5 by Louisiana Radio Network

A hearing is scheduled for May 14th in a Democratic lawsuit seeking to reinstate the U.S. House primary elections. Last week, Governor Landry suspended the election after the Supreme Court ruled the state's map an unconstitutional racial gerrymander. Despite the suspension, the U.S. House... Read More.

Public forum to be held this Friday regarding the creation of a new Louisiana Congressional district map

Monday, May 4 by Louisiana Radio Network

The Senate Governmental Affairs Committee will begin public discussion on a new Congressional district map on Friday. Chairman Caleb Kleinpeter says several proposals were previously filed in case the Supreme Court ruled during the legislative session that the current Congressional map is unconstitutional. Kleinpeter... Read More.

Lafayette Parish man arrested following an apartment fire that claimed the life of a 9-year-old girl

Monday, May 4 by Louisiana Radio Network

A 28-year-old Lafayette Parish man is behind bars after allegedly setting a fire that killed a 9-year-old girl. An apartment caught fire early Sunday morning in an unincorporated area of Duson. Two adults escaped the blaze, but fire fighters could not locate the girl... Read More.

Dual sport phenom Ahmad Hudson of Ruston commits to LSU football, wants to play basketball as well

Monday, May 4 by Louisiana Radio Network

One of the top athletes in the country has committed to play football at LSU and he also wants to play for Will Wade and the Tigers men's basketball team. Ruston High's Ahmad Hudson is ranked as the nation's top tight end in the... Read More.

Multiple lawsuits filed over suspension of Louisiana U.S. House primary elections

Monday, May 4 by Louisiana Radio Network

Multiple lawsuits have been filed seeking to force the elections for U.S. House to proceed. Among them was one filed by 5th District Democratic candidate Lindsay Garcia, who said Landry was out of bounds in calling off the House elections. "Anybody who's read the Constitution... Read More.

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Author: Louisiana Radio Network

Louisiana legislation advances that would increase salaries of governor, statewide elected officials

Louisiana tourism generated nearly $2 billion in tax revenue during 2025, according to Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser

Two Baton Rouge residents launch recall campaign against Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry

U.S. Senate Republican candidates Julia Letlow and John Fleming conduct radio debate on the Moon Griffon Show

Louisiana Tech set to resume in-state rivalries as it joins Sun Belt Conference beginning July 1st

Congressman Cleo Fields speaks out in support of lawsuit seeking to reinstate Louisiana U.S. House primary elections

Public forum to be held this Friday regarding the creation of a new Louisiana Congressional district map

Lafayette Parish man arrested following an apartment fire that claimed the life of a 9-year-old girl

Dual sport phenom Ahmad Hudson of Ruston commits to LSU football, wants to play basketball as well

Multiple lawsuits filed over suspension of Louisiana U.S. House primary elections

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