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Bill Cassidy goes down in Louisiana Senate Republican Primary; Letlow, Fleming set for run-off

Sunday, May 17 by Louisiana Radio Network

Republican Bill Cassidy is the second U.S. Senator in Louisiana's history not to be re-elected in the last 94 years. Cassidy finished third in the Senate Republican Primary, while Congresswoman Julia Letlow and state Treasurer John Fleming advance to a June 27th run-off. Cassidy... Read More.

“Last Stand”: As election day approaches, incumbent Bill Cassidy may be facing end of his political career

Friday, May 15 by Louisiana Radio Network

A U.S. Senate campaign that started in December of 2024 when John Fleming announced a primary challenge against Bill Cassidy reaches its first critical checkpoint tomorrow with the primary election. Several other hopefuls also threw their names in the ring; but when Julia Letlow... Read More.

2026 Louisiana turkey hunting season yields record harvest of over 4,000 birds

Friday, May 15 by Louisiana Radio Network

The 2026 Louisiana turkey hunting season produced a record harvest as more than 4,000 birds were harvested. Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries Turkey Program Manager, Cody Cedotal, says 4.024 turkeys were harvested during the season that ran from April 3rd to May 3rd. "We're... Read More.

LSU AgCenter provides tips on how to protect homes in Louisiana from termites

Friday, May 15 by Louisiana Radio Network

We're well into spring; so if you haven't taken proactive steps to protect your home from termites, now would be a very good time to do so. LSU AgCenter entomologist Aaron Ashbrook says Louisiana's climate makes termite infestations more likely. "It has to do with... Read More.

New Orleans Saints set to open 2026 NFL season on the road vs. Detroit Lions

Friday, May 15 by Louisiana Radio Network

The 2026 Saints schedule is out as New Orleans will open the season September 13th against the Lions. WWL Radio sports talk show host Mike Detillier says that the Lions will be a tough matchup. "We've seen the Lions, over the years, under Dan Campbell.... Read More.

Mental Health Awareness month showcases Louisiana 988 crisis assistance help line

Friday, May 15 by Louisiana Radio Network

May is Mental Health Awareness month, and if you are feeling depressed, overwhelmed or experiencing any mental health-related distress, you can call or text 988. Sherrard Crespo with VIA LINK says Louisiana 988 is a help line and callers don't necessarily need to be... Read More.

Championship-winning football coach Joe Spatafora leaving Union Parish High School for new job in Arkansas

Thursday, May 14 by Louisiana Radio Network

Two-time state championship-winning football coach Joe Spatafora is leaving Union Parish for a high school coaching job in Arkansas. Spatafora says this new opportunity at Drew Central High School in Monticello, Arkansas came together in the last week. "They didn't know me, I didn't know... Read More.

Louisiana Senate passes redrawn Congressional map; measure now heads to House for debate

Thursday, May 14 by Louisiana Radio Network

This afternoon, the State Senate passed a Congressional map with five Republican-leaning districts and one Democratic-leaning district. The vote was 27-10, straight down party lines. West Monroe Republican Jay Morris defended the map he created. "These maps are drawn to maximize Republican advantage for the... Read More.

New legislation will allow 16 and 17-year-olds to work part-time jobs in Louisiana without a work permit

Thursday, May 14 by Louisiana Radio Network

16 and 17-year-olds no longer need to obtain a work permit from their school board to obtain a part-time job. Governor Landry has signed House Bill 232 into law, removing a lot of the red tape that those teens had to go through in... Read More.

Louisiana ranks first nationally in reading growth, second in math according to latest national education scorecard

Thursday, May 14 by Louisiana Radio Network

Education Scorecard ranks Louisiana first among states in reading growth from 2022 to 2025 and second among states in math growth over that same time frame. Governor Jeff Landry congratulates the students for achieving historic academic gains. "This announcement is a major win for them.... Read More.

Author: Louisiana Radio Network

Bill Cassidy goes down in Louisiana Senate Republican Primary; Letlow, Fleming set for run-off

“Last Stand”: As election day approaches, incumbent Bill Cassidy may be facing end of his political career

2026 Louisiana turkey hunting season yields record harvest of over 4,000 birds

LSU AgCenter provides tips on how to protect homes in Louisiana from termites

New Orleans Saints set to open 2026 NFL season on the road vs. Detroit Lions

Mental Health Awareness month showcases Louisiana 988 crisis assistance help line

Championship-winning football coach Joe Spatafora leaving Union Parish High School for new job in Arkansas

Louisiana Senate passes redrawn Congressional map; measure now heads to House for debate

New legislation will allow 16 and 17-year-olds to work part-time jobs in Louisiana without a work permit

Louisiana ranks first nationally in reading growth, second in math according to latest national education scorecard

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