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Louisiana legislature debates amended measure banning fluoride in public drinking water

Monday, March 23 by Louisiana Radio Network

The debate over whether fluoride belongs in public drinking water systems is back before the state legislature again. Houma Senator Mike Fesi has once again authored legislation to ban fluoride from all water supplies. Fesi describes fluoride as hazardous waste that causes health issues... Read More.

Louisiana Central unveils Elevate 2030, a 10-Parish strategic economic development plan

Monday, March 23 by Louisiana Radio Network

The ten-parish economic development organization Louisiana Central launches its regional strategic plan, dubbed Elevate 2030. President and CEO Chris Masingill says it comprises four key pillars, including building a higher level of organizational excellence. "We've got the subject matter expertise; the talent, the understanding, the... Read More.

Congresswoman Julia Letlow Agrees to Radio Debate As Senator Bill Cassidy Pushes For TV Showdowns

Friday, March 20 by Louisiana Radio Network

Congresswoman Julia Letlow has agreed to participate in a Republican Senate Primary debate, but incumbent Bill Cassidy does not like the setting. Letlow said she will participate in a debate on the Moon Griffon radio show on April 28th. Political reporter for the Advocate... Read More.

House Bill 119, aimed at criminalizing possession, selling and distributing AI-produced images of nude minors, advances in Louisiana legislature

Thursday, March 19 by Louisiana Radio Network

Legislation that would result in at least one year of prison time for possessing, selling and distributing artificial intelligence-produced nudity of a minor heads to the House floor. The measure increases the penalty from a misdemeanor to a felony for distributing AI-produced nudity of... Read More.

Associated Professional Educators of Louisiana (A+PEL) clarifies how Constitutional Amendment 3 would fund pay raises for teachers

Thursday, March 19 by Louisiana Radio Network

The Associated Professional Educators of Louisiana, or A+PEL, is working to clear up what it says are misconceptions about Constitutional Amendment 3 on the May 16th ballot. A+PEL Executive Director Dr. Keith Courville says Amendment 3 would pay down debt within the Teachers Retirement... Read More.

An AI-generated political ad supporting congressional candidate Rick Edmonds is a first for Louisiana

Thursday, March 19 by Louisiana Radio Network

A political action committee that supports fifth district Republican congressional candidate Rick Edmonds says it's produced what it claims is the first-ever AI political ad in the state's history. Lionel Rainey with The Louisiana First Victory Fund says the commercial features four AI-generated characters... Read More.

2026 Oscar-winning Best Picture “Sinners,” filmed in and around New Orleans, showcases talent of Louisiana’s film industry

Thursday, March 19 by Louisiana Radio Network

Louisiana's film industry is celebrating after "Sinners," which was filmed in and around New Orleans, won four Oscars, including Michael B. Jordan for Best Actor. Film Louisiana President Jason Waggenspack says it reinforces the fact that Louisiana is a great place to shoot a... Read More.

Louisiana lawmakers discuss changes to Department of Children and Family services in wake of multiple child abuse-related deaths

Wednesday, March 18 by Louisiana Radio Network

State Senators are fed up and want solutions on how the Department of Children and Family Services can be more effective in preventing serious injuries or deaths after the state agency gets involved in child abuse cases. Baton Rouge Senator Regina Barrow says there... Read More.

Julia Letlow remains non-committal on requests to debate Bill Cassidy ahead of 2026 U.S. Senate primary

Wednesday, March 18 by Louisiana Radio Network

Almost two weeks ago, Bill Cassidy challenged Julia Letlow to three debates ahead of the May 16th primary. So far, Letlow hasn't committed to any one of them, only saying she cannot make the middle one in Baton Rouge due to her commitments in... Read More.

Lawsuit involving Louisiana Tech’s attempt to leave for Sun Belt Conference cancelled as Conference USA files motion to move case to federal court

Wednesday, March 18 by Louisiana Radio Network

Tomorrow's hearing in Lincoln Parish in the University of Louisiana System's lawsuit against Conference USA is cancelled. The UL System filed the lawsuit on behalf of Louisiana Tech in its quest to leave Conference USA for the Sun Belt for the 2026 football season.... Read More.

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Louisiana legislature debates amended measure banning fluoride in public drinking water

Louisiana Central unveils Elevate 2030, a 10-Parish strategic economic development plan

Congresswoman Julia Letlow Agrees to Radio Debate As Senator Bill Cassidy Pushes For TV Showdowns

House Bill 119, aimed at criminalizing possession, selling and distributing AI-produced images of nude minors, advances in Louisiana legislature

Associated Professional Educators of Louisiana (A+PEL) clarifies how Constitutional Amendment 3 would fund pay raises for teachers

An AI-generated political ad supporting congressional candidate Rick Edmonds is a first for Louisiana

2026 Oscar-winning Best Picture “Sinners,” filmed in and around New Orleans, showcases talent of Louisiana’s film industry

Louisiana lawmakers discuss changes to Department of Children and Family services in wake of multiple child abuse-related deaths

Julia Letlow remains non-committal on requests to debate Bill Cassidy ahead of 2026 U.S. Senate primary

Lawsuit involving Louisiana Tech’s attempt to leave for Sun Belt Conference cancelled as Conference USA files motion to move case to federal court

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