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LSU Board of Supervisors approves creation of LSU School of Construction

Tuesday, December 16 by Louisiana Radio Network

LSU is about to lead a building revolution, moving one step closer to launching the School of Construction within its College of Engineering. The Board of Supervisors approved its creation last week, advancing the proposal to the Louisiana Board of Regents for a vote... Read More.

Neighbor fatally shoots man attacking girlfriend with a knife in Mandeville, according to St. Tammany Parish Sheriff’s Office

Tuesday, December 16 by Louisiana Radio Network

The St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office says a neighbor fatally shoots a man attacking his girlfriend with a knife. Lt. Suzanne Carboni says the victim escaped her Mandeville area home through a window and frantically knocked on neighbors' doors seeking help. She says one... Read More.

Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries now accepting applications for its 38th enforcement academy

Tuesday, December 16 by Louisiana Radio Network

Do you think you have what it takes to be a Wildlife and Fisheries enforcement officer? If so, now's your chance to join the force! Stephen Clark, the superintendent of the enforcement division of LDWF, says applications are now being accepted for the department's... Read More.

LSU AgCenter working with Town of Jean Lafitte to renew firefly population

Tuesday, December 16 by Louisiana Radio Network

Firefly populations have hit historically low numbers in Louisiana and other parts of the country where fireflies are native. The Town of Jean Lafitte has reached out to the LSU AgCenter to work on a plan to re-establish firefly populations in the Wetland Trace... Read More.

Number of Louisiana high school students graduating with college credits, certifications is on the rise

Tuesday, December 16 by Louisiana Radio Network

Among all high school graduates in the Class of 2024 in the State of Louisiana, three out of every four graduated having already racked up credits towards college degrees or certifications. The 75% rate is an 11-point increase from 2019. Tristan Denley, the deputy... Read More.

Louisiana lawmaker voices concern for LSU Health Shreveport regarding oversight amidst realignment

Monday, December 15 by Louisiana Radio Network

A state lawmaker is worried about the future of LSU Health Shreveport. The LSU Board of Supervisors has approved major organizational changes that include giving the Baton Rouge campus direct oversight of research operations at its research institutions. Shreveport Senator Thomas Pressly says the... Read More.

New Orleans Saints come from behind in dramatic fashion to win second consecutive game, defeating the Carolina Panthers 20-17

Monday, December 15 by Louisiana Radio Network

Make it two in a row for the Saints! The Saints came back from down 10 late in the 3rd quarter and beat the Carolina Panthers in the Superdome, 20-17. It's the Saints' fourth win in a rebuilding 2025 campaign. Down by a touchdown... Read More.

Louisiana Wildlife Federation releases second edition of “First Time Fishing in the Atchafalaya Basin” activity booklet

Monday, December 15 by Louisiana Radio Network

The Louisiana Wildlife Federation has released the second edition of its "First Time Fishing in the Atchafalaya Basin" activity booklet. Rebecca Triche, the executive director of the Louisiana Wildlife Federation, says the booklet is geared toward young children who are interested in fishing. "It... Read More.

State of Louisiana expected to have a budget surplus for rest of 2025 as well as 2026 fiscal year

Monday, December 15 by Louisiana Radio Network

The state legislature will have more money at its disposal than originally anticipated. The Revenue Estimating Conference increased its tax and fee collection projections for the rest of this fiscal year and next fiscal year. Melinda Deslatte, the research director of the Public Affairs... Read More.

Louisiana Insurance Commissioner Tim Temple announces SureChoice and Elevate homeowners rate decreases; State Farm rates to increase

Monday, December 15 by Louisiana Radio Network

While one insurance company is lowering its homeowners insurance premiums, another is raising them. Insurance Commissioner Tim Temple has approved a rate decrease of 7.5% on average for both SureChoice Underwriters and Elevate. Temple says this is testament that the insurance reforms passed by... Read More.

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LSU Board of Supervisors approves creation of LSU School of Construction

Neighbor fatally shoots man attacking girlfriend with a knife in Mandeville, according to St. Tammany Parish Sheriff’s Office

Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries now accepting applications for its 38th enforcement academy

LSU AgCenter working with Town of Jean Lafitte to renew firefly population

Number of Louisiana high school students graduating with college credits, certifications is on the rise

Louisiana lawmaker voices concern for LSU Health Shreveport regarding oversight amidst realignment

New Orleans Saints come from behind in dramatic fashion to win second consecutive game, defeating the Carolina Panthers 20-17

Louisiana Wildlife Federation releases second edition of “First Time Fishing in the Atchafalaya Basin” activity booklet

State of Louisiana expected to have a budget surplus for rest of 2025 as well as 2026 fiscal year

Louisiana Insurance Commissioner Tim Temple announces SureChoice and Elevate homeowners rate decreases; State Farm rates to increase

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