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Louisiana lawmakers discuss changes to Department of Children and Family services in wake of multiple child abuse-related deaths

Wednesday, March 18 by Louisiana Radio Network

State Senators are fed up and want solutions on how the Department of Children and Family Services can be more effective in preventing serious injuries or deaths after the state agency gets involved in child abuse cases. Baton Rouge Senator Regina Barrow says there... Read More.

Julia Letlow remains non-committal on requests to debate Bill Cassidy ahead of 2026 U.S. Senate primary

Wednesday, March 18 by Louisiana Radio Network

Almost two weeks ago, Bill Cassidy challenged Julia Letlow to three debates ahead of the May 16th primary. So far, Letlow hasn't committed to any one of them, only saying she cannot make the middle one in Baton Rouge due to her commitments in... Read More.

Lawsuit involving Louisiana Tech’s attempt to leave for Sun Belt Conference cancelled as Conference USA files motion to move case to federal court

Wednesday, March 18 by Louisiana Radio Network

Tomorrow's hearing in Lincoln Parish in the University of Louisiana System's lawsuit against Conference USA is cancelled. The UL System filed the lawsuit on behalf of Louisiana Tech in its quest to leave Conference USA for the Sun Belt for the 2026 football season.... Read More.

Higher Education Commissioner Dr. Kim Hunter Reed urges state lawmakers to increase funding for Louisiana universities and colleges

Wednesday, March 18 by Louisiana Radio Network

Higher Education Commissioner Dr. Kim Hunter Reed tells lawmakers that state funding for universities and colleges is not where it needs to be, as regional institutions in particular are struggling. Reed is calling on legislators to provide at least an additional $119 million in... Read More.

Louisiana Secretary of State Nancy Landry advises voters to review their party affiliation ahead of May 16th closed primary

Wednesday, March 18 by Louisiana Radio Network

The May 16th primary is about two months away, and Secretary of State Nancy Landry is urging voters to check their party affiliation on their voter registration. Landry says the May 16th primary is closed, which means only registered Republican voters or no-party voters... Read More.

New report ranks Louisiana as third-best state for doctors to practice medicine

Wednesday, March 18 by Louisiana Radio Network

Where does Louisiana rank for doctors to practice in? A new report by WalletHub has Louisiana at third overall in the country, behind only Montana and Indiana. WalletHub Analyst Chip Lupo says one key reason is Louisiana's relatively low cost of living, which makes... Read More.

U.S. Senate Republican Primary heats up as Julia Letlow-sponsored poll puts her ahead of opponents Bill Cassidy and John Fleming

Tuesday, March 17 by Louisiana Radio Network

Congresswoman Julia Letlow releases a poll that shows her leading the U.S. Senate Republican Primary. The survey shows her leading incumbent Bill Cassidy by 1% and John Fleming by 8%. Pearson Cross teaches political science at ULM and says Letlow paid for the poll,... Read More.

McNeese state Athletic Director Heath Schroyer speaks of men’s hoops success ahead of first round NCAA Tournament game

Tuesday, March 17 by Louisiana Radio Network

The McNeese Cowboys are preparing to play in their third straight NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament. The South Region's 12 seed takes on Vanderbilt Thursday afternoon in Oklahoma City. McNeese Athletic Director Heath Schroyer says McNeese is setting the standard for programs of its stature. "Very,... Read More.

Pedestrian cell phone legislation scrapped by Louisiana House Transportation Committee

Tuesday, March 17 by Louisiana Radio Network

The Louisiana House Transportation Committee rejects a proposal to fine pedestrians $25 for looking at their cell phone while walking on a crosswalk. Chris Alexander with the Louisiana Citizen Advocacy Group testified against the legislation. "This is just government overreach at its finest. It's not... Read More.

Louisiana ranked No.2 in the nation in rehabilitation of historic buildings

Tuesday, March 17 by Louisiana Radio Network

When it comes to turning old buildings into new buildings, Louisiana sets the standard. Andrea McCarthy, the tax credit program director of the Louisiana Office of Cultural Development, says since 2021, Louisiana has rehabilitated more than 400 historic buildings, including several in New Orleans. "The... Read More.

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Author: Louisiana Radio Network

Louisiana lawmakers discuss changes to Department of Children and Family services in wake of multiple child abuse-related deaths

Julia Letlow remains non-committal on requests to debate Bill Cassidy ahead of 2026 U.S. Senate primary

Lawsuit involving Louisiana Tech’s attempt to leave for Sun Belt Conference cancelled as Conference USA files motion to move case to federal court

Higher Education Commissioner Dr. Kim Hunter Reed urges state lawmakers to increase funding for Louisiana universities and colleges

Louisiana Secretary of State Nancy Landry advises voters to review their party affiliation ahead of May 16th closed primary

New report ranks Louisiana as third-best state for doctors to practice medicine

U.S. Senate Republican Primary heats up as Julia Letlow-sponsored poll puts her ahead of opponents Bill Cassidy and John Fleming

McNeese state Athletic Director Heath Schroyer speaks of men’s hoops success ahead of first round NCAA Tournament game

Pedestrian cell phone legislation scrapped by Louisiana House Transportation Committee

Louisiana ranked No.2 in the nation in rehabilitation of historic buildings

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