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St. Tammany Parish Sheriff Randy Smith arrested today after altercation in Madisonville last Friday

Thursday, June 4 by Louisiana Radio Network

The sheriff of St. Tammany Parish is discovering what it's like on the other side of the law. Sheriff Randy Smith has turned himself in to face charges stemming from an altercation at a Madisonville restaurant on Friday, May 29th. Investigators say he violently... Read More.

Controversial homelessness legislation reaches governor’s desk

Thursday, June 4 by Louisiana Radio Network

A bill known as the "Streets to Success Act" is awaiting Governor Landry's signature. The legislation attempts to address homelessness in the state, but Louisiana Advocacy Coalition on Homelessness Coordinator Joe Heeren-Mueller said it misses the mark. It establishes a new crime of unauthorized... Read More.

Voter apathy evident as Louisianians reject all constitutional amendments in most recent election

Thursday, June 4 by Louisiana Radio Network

Since March of 2025, Louisiana voters have rejected nine constitutional amendment proposals that appeared on two different ballots and nine more will be on the ballot in November. Melinda Deslatte with the Public Affairs Research Council says state lawmakers are not fazed by the... Read More.

New poll has Julia Letlow currently leading John Fleming ahead of 2026 Louisiana Republican runoff

Thursday, June 4 by Louisiana Radio Network

A new poll shows Julia Letlow with a very clear path to the Republican nomination for U.S. Senate. The poll by Kaplan Strategies shows Letlow with a 15-point lead over John Fleming, 52% to 37%, with 10% undecided. Pollster Doug Kaplan says Letlow has... Read More.

Louisiana lawmakers pass additional bills to combat imported seafood

Thursday, June 4 by Louisiana Radio Network

The legislature continued its crackdown on imported seafood in this session, passing several bills aimed at protecting Louisiana shrimpers. Houma Representative Jessica Domangue carried a bill by Agriculture and Forestry Commissioner Mike Strain, giving the agency the authority to seize and destroy seafood at... Read More.

Alvin Kamara makes surprise appearance at Saints OTAs

Wednesday, June 3 by Louisiana Radio Network

Saints star running back Alvin Kamara made a surprise return to the facility for voluntary Organized Team Activities today. Kamara typically opts to prep for the season away from New Orleans but arrived amidst questions about his future with the team. He said he... Read More.

Baton Rouge Senator bringing changes to the Department of Children and Family Services

Wednesday, June 3 by Louisiana Radio Network

There will be several changes within the Department of Children and Family Services as a result of the just-completed legislative session. Baton Rouge Senator Regina Barrow initially sought to abolish the agency altogether. While that quest went nowhere, she was able to get other... Read More.

Sugar Bowl LHSAA Boys’ Basketball State Championships returns to CAJUNDOME in Lafayette

Wednesday, June 3 by Louisiana Radio Network

The CAJUNDOME is home to the Sugar Bowl LHSAA Boys' Basketball State Championships once again. The association announced plans yesterday to move the event to Lafayette after 12 years in Lake Charles. Lafayette Convention and Visitors Commission President Ben Berthelot says the community could... Read More.

Governor Jeff Landry approves initiative to determine how to provide stipends for Louisiana public school teachers and support staff

Tuesday, June 2 by Louisiana Radio Network

Governor Jeff Landry announced his solution today to prevent a potential pay cut for teachers. The governor has signed an executive order that directs BESE to find $168 million that's NOT used on instruction from the state's public school budget and use that money... Read More.

Governor Jeff Landry signs bill into law that replaces Louisiana vehicle inspection stickers with QR code stickers

Tuesday, June 2 by Louisiana Radio Network

Governor Jeff Landry signed a bill into law yesterday, eliminating the vehicle inspection sticker program. The current sticker will be replaced by a QR code sticker sent in the mail when owners secure or renew registration. Landry says this was easily the most popular... Read More.

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St. Tammany Parish Sheriff Randy Smith arrested today after altercation in Madisonville last Friday

Controversial homelessness legislation reaches governor’s desk

Voter apathy evident as Louisianians reject all constitutional amendments in most recent election

New poll has Julia Letlow currently leading John Fleming ahead of 2026 Louisiana Republican runoff

Louisiana lawmakers pass additional bills to combat imported seafood

Alvin Kamara makes surprise appearance at Saints OTAs

Baton Rouge Senator bringing changes to the Department of Children and Family Services

Sugar Bowl LHSAA Boys’ Basketball State Championships returns to CAJUNDOME in Lafayette

Governor Jeff Landry approves initiative to determine how to provide stipends for Louisiana public school teachers and support staff

Governor Jeff Landry signs bill into law that replaces Louisiana vehicle inspection stickers with QR code stickers

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