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Senator Bill Cassidy comments on SAVE America Act, War Powers Resolution

Wednesday, June 24 by Louisiana Radio Network

Republican Senators and President Trump will meet behind closed doors today to discuss the Iran peace deal and the SAVE America Act. The election security bill would require proof of U.S. citizenship to register to vote in federal elections. The President wants Congress to... Read More.

Recent rainfall totals in Avoyelles Parish could shatter previous state record

Tuesday, June 23 by Louisiana Radio Network

A rain gauge between Cottonport and Plaucheville measured 29 inches of rain during the downpours caused by Tropical Storm Arthur. State climatologist Jay Grymes is meeting with the National Weather Service in Avoyelles Parish to check and verify the rain gauges in the area.... Read More.

House Bill 1248, which protects Louisiana white-tailed deer, signed into law

Tuesday, June 23 by Louisiana Radio Network

Animal advocates are hailing the signing of a bill aimed at protecting Louisiana white-tailed deer. Humane Society of Louisiana Director Jeff Dorson says House Bill 1248 was spawned by a pair of high-profile incidents, in which LDWF agents seized deer from those caring for... Read More.

People filing claims due to damage caused by Tropical Storm Arthur urged to review their insurance policies

Tuesday, June 23 by Louisiana Radio Network

Those of you who need to file claims from the damage caused by last week's severe weather from the remnants of Tropical Storm Arthur, the Department of Insurance has some very important information for you. Commissioner Tim Temple says different policies will respond to... Read More.

State lawmakers to vote on Governor Jeff Landry’s teacher stipend plan

Tuesday, June 23 by Louisiana Radio Network

State lawmakers have until 5 p.m. today to submit their votes on Governor Landry's plan to provide public school teachers with a $2,000 stipend and a $1,000 stipend for support workers. Patrick Wall, an education reporter for the Advocate newspaper, says legislators want teachers... Read More.

Republicans outnumbered Democrats in runoff primary early voting

Tuesday, June 23 by Louisiana Radio Network

Unlike in the primary election, where Democrats outnumbered Republicans in early voting, the numbers were flip-flopped in early voting for the runoffs. According to the Secretary of State's Office, more than 77,000 Republicans cast early ballots, compared to just over 54,000 Democrats. John Couvillon... Read More.

I-20 rebuild complete after three years of construction

Monday, June 22 by Louisiana Radio Network

After nearly three years of construction, the I-20 rehabilitation project in Bossier and Caddo Parishes is complete. The $128 million investment is the largest in the corridor in many years, and it included a total rebuild of every lane and ramp at five interchanges... Read More.

Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry comments on efforts to assist storm and flood victims in Avoyelles Parish

Monday, June 22 by Louisiana Radio Network

Governor Jeff Landry and First Lady Sharon Landry were in Avoyelles Parish today to distribute food, bottled water and supplies to residents who have experienced flood damage to their homes. Landry says the First Lady's Love One Foundation and Stine Lumber donated the supplies. "People... Read More.

Sam Burns finishes one shot away from first major tournament title

Monday, June 22 by Louisiana Radio Network

Former LSU golfer and Shreveport native Sam Burns came up one stroke shy at the U.S. Open yesterday. Burns entered the final round of the tournament trailing the leader and eventual winner Wyndham Clark by seven shots. He finished his day three under while... Read More.

2026 Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame induction celebration to take place this weekend in Natchitoches

Monday, June 22 by Louisiana Radio Network

The Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2026 will be inducted in Natchitoches this weekend. Hall President and CEO Ronnie Rantz says there will be events celebrating the inductees all weekend. He says his favorite day is Friday, kicked off by the Celebrity... Read More.

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Senator Bill Cassidy comments on SAVE America Act, War Powers Resolution

Recent rainfall totals in Avoyelles Parish could shatter previous state record

House Bill 1248, which protects Louisiana white-tailed deer, signed into law

People filing claims due to damage caused by Tropical Storm Arthur urged to review their insurance policies

State lawmakers to vote on Governor Jeff Landry’s teacher stipend plan

Republicans outnumbered Democrats in runoff primary early voting

I-20 rebuild complete after three years of construction

Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry comments on efforts to assist storm and flood victims in Avoyelles Parish

Sam Burns finishes one shot away from first major tournament title

2026 Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame induction celebration to take place this weekend in Natchitoches

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