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Saints GM Mickey Loomis discusses comments made by Owner Gayle Benson ahead of game vs. Steelers in Paris

Wednesday, October 21 by Louisiana Radio Network

Saints General Manager Mickey Loomis met with the media in Paris today and the first question he asked was about Owner Gayle Benson's critical comments regarding the team's slow start to the season. Loomis has no issues with what Benson said. "Look, I understood where... Read More.

LDVA working to protect compromised grave of Korean War soldier PFC Samuel Pierre Jr.

Wednesday, October 21 by Louisiana Radio Network

The grave of a Louisiana soldier killed in the Korean War has deteriorated so badly that his casket is exposed at a Baton Rouge cemetery. Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs Deputy Secretary, Dr. Jerome Buller, visited Private First Class Samuel Pierre Jr.'s grave yesterday. "At... Read More.

U.S. Senate candidate Julia Letlow urges supporters to vote against “socialist” Democrats

Wednesday, October 21 by Louisiana Radio Network

With early voting underway, Louisiana's Republican U.S. Senate nominee, Julia Letlow, urged her supporters to get the polls to cast their ballots for her. Letlow spoke in front of a small invitation-only audience in Lafayette. "If you want to continue to save this country, and... Read More.

Outgoing Louisiana Tech President Jim Henderson to step down earlier than expected

Wednesday, October 21 by Louisiana Radio Network

Louisiana Tech President Jim Henderson will step down Thursday, months earlier than planned. Henderson announced last month that he would leave at the end of the year, citing health reasons. But his departure also comes amid frustration over the UL System Board's decision not... Read More.

Early voting for 2026 midterm election begins today throughout Louisiana

Tuesday, October 20 by Louisiana Radio Network

Early voting for the November 3rd election gets underway today. Secretary of State Nancy Landry says no matter where in the state you are, you will have several key decisions to make. "Every voter will have a U.S. House of Representatives race, a U.S. Senate... Read More.

NOAA winter weather forecast calls for drought relief throughout Louisiana

Tuesday, October 20 by Louisiana Radio Network

NOAA's winter outlook calls for wetter-than-normal conditions in Louisiana. LSU Health climatologist Barry Keim says that's typical during El Niño winters. "Expect normal temperatures and above-normal precipitation with that enhanced storminess," Keim said. Keim says a strong El Niño strengthens the southerly jet stream, bringing more... Read More.

Webster Parish homeowner fatally shoots man while fending off home invasion

Monday, October 19 by Louisiana Radio Network

A Webster Parish homeowner fatally shoots a man who was breaking into his home. Investigators say 44-year-old Billy McFarland got into an argument with a woman as she was driving along U.S. Highway 80; and during the argument, McFarland jumped on top of her,... Read More.

As Louisiana U.S. Senate election approaches, the campaign financial gap is closing between Jamie Davis and Julia Letlow

Monday, October 19 by Louisiana Radio Network

The latest campaign finance report shows that Republican Julia Letlow has $476,000 more in cash on hand than her Democratic opponent Jamie Davis. Dr. Pearson Cross, who teaches political science at ULM, says you would think Letlow would have a more sizable fundraising advantage. "Given... Read More.

LSU student and firefighter fiancé both killed after being hit by impaired driver

Monday, October 19 by Louisiana Radio Network

Tragedy in Baton Rouge as a young, engaged couple is killed after being hit by an SUV early Sunday morning. Baton Rouge Police Lieutenant L'Jean McKneely says 21-year-olds Shane Hirstius and Leah Fonte were walking on the right shoulder of the roadway along Nicholson... Read More.

Savannah Bananas to play in LSU’s fabled Tiger Stadium

Monday, October 19 by Louisiana Radio Network

Banana Ball is returning to Louisiana in 2027 - this time making a return trip to Baton Rouge. Laura Cating, the executive vice president of Visit Baton Rouge, says the Savannah Bananas and the Firefighters will play two games in early March, offering two... Read More.

Saints GM Mickey Loomis discusses comments made by Owner Gayle Benson ahead of game vs. Steelers in Paris

LDVA working to protect compromised grave of Korean War soldier PFC Samuel Pierre Jr.

U.S. Senate candidate Julia Letlow urges supporters to vote against “socialist” Democrats

Outgoing Louisiana Tech President Jim Henderson to step down earlier than expected

Early voting for 2026 midterm election begins today throughout Louisiana

NOAA winter weather forecast calls for drought relief throughout Louisiana

Webster Parish homeowner fatally shoots man while fending off home invasion

As Louisiana U.S. Senate election approaches, the campaign financial gap is closing between Jamie Davis and Julia Letlow

LSU student and firefighter fiancé both killed after being hit by impaired driver

Savannah Bananas to play in LSU’s fabled Tiger Stadium

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