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Louisiana Department of Insurance sets benchmarks for fortified roof premium discounts

Wednesday, March 11 by Louisiana Radio Network

The Department of Insurance releases its benchmarks for hurricane-only premium discounts for fortified roofs. Commissioner Tim Temple says there are a total of nine tiers, and they're based on two factors. "They're based on whether you are in north, central or south Louisiana, and... Read More.

Louisiana legislators debate issue of LA GATOR scholarship program funding

Tuesday, March 10 by Louisiana Radio Network

As debate over funding for the LA GATOR scholarship program gets underway in the legislature, one poll indicates that the program is popular among Louisiana voters. Erin Bendily, the senior vice president of the Pelican Institute, says its first quarter Pelican Pulse Poll shows... Read More.

Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry encourages passage of Constitutional Amendment 3, which would increase teacher pay raises

Tuesday, March 10 by Louisiana Radio Network

Governor Landry used his State of the State address to push for the passage of Constitutional Amendment 3 on the May 16th ballot. Landry says the amendment would pay down debt within the Teachers Retirement System of Louisiana which would free up money for... Read More.

Four additional earthquakes hit Red River Parish after last week’s magnitude 4.9 event

Tuesday, March 10 by Louisiana Radio Network

As if last Thursday's magnitude 4.9 earthquake in Red River Parish wasn't enough, that was followed by at least four other earthquakes near Coushatta, ranging in magnitude from 3.1 to 4.4. Dr. Justin Rubenstein with the U.S. Geological Survey says additional earthquakes following an... Read More.

New Orleans Saints begin NFL free agency with additions on offense and special teams

Tuesday, March 10 by Louisiana Radio Network

The Saints were active on the first day of the NFL free agency period. The two biggest additions were running back Travis Etienne and veteran offensive guard David Edwards. Matt Paras of The Advocate says both players are strong pieces to build around quarterback... Read More.

Over 60 individuals detained in connection with illegal cockfighting raid near Opelousas

Tuesday, March 10 by Louisiana Radio Network

A major cockfighting bust in St. Landry Parish. Sheriff Bobby Guidroz says the raid happened over the weekend near Opelousas. "We seized 70 roosters. We detained and identified 60+ individuals that were participating," Guidroz noted. Sheriff Guidroz says the property owner, 36-year-old John Lachapelle, was the... Read More.

Governor Landry discusses legislative priorities in the State of the State address

Tuesday, March 10 by Louisiana Radio Network

Governor Jeff Landry laid out his legislative priorities for the 2026 session that got underway on Monday. Landry, who pushed tough-on-crime legislation in his first year in office, would now like lawmakers to approve a measure that allows the governor to recommend the removal... Read More.

Pelican Institute poll cites cost of living, inflation as top issues among Louisiana voters

Monday, March 9 by Louisiana Radio Network

Louisiana voters say their biggest concern is rising costs. According to a survey conducted by the Pelican Institute for Public Policy, 40% of the respondents listed the cost of living and inflation as their top concern. Erin Bendily is the vice president of the... Read More.

Senate Bill 147 introduced to require fortified roofs for new construction homes in coastal parishes

Monday, March 9 by Louisiana Radio Network

A state senator is looking to make fortified roofs mandatory for new construction homes in the coastal parishes. River Ridge Republican Kirk Talbot's bill would update the building code along the coastal parishes to make fortified roofs mandatory on all new residential builds. He... Read More.

2026 Louisiana Legislative session to convene beginning today at noon

Monday, March 9 by Louisiana Radio Network

The 2026 legislative session begins today as lawmakers have more than 1,300 bills to consider. The biggest one of them all is the state's spending plan for next fiscal year. Lapolitics.com publisher Jeremy Alford says the biggest budget fight could involve the LA Gator... Read More.

Author: Louisiana Radio Network

Louisiana Department of Insurance sets benchmarks for fortified roof premium discounts

Louisiana legislators debate issue of LA GATOR scholarship program funding

Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry encourages passage of Constitutional Amendment 3, which would increase teacher pay raises

Four additional earthquakes hit Red River Parish after last week’s magnitude 4.9 event

New Orleans Saints begin NFL free agency with additions on offense and special teams

Over 60 individuals detained in connection with illegal cockfighting raid near Opelousas

Governor Landry discusses legislative priorities in the State of the State address

Pelican Institute poll cites cost of living, inflation as top issues among Louisiana voters

Senate Bill 147 introduced to require fortified roofs for new construction homes in coastal parishes

2026 Louisiana Legislative session to convene beginning today at noon

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