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Alabama man facing life in prison on charges in connection with indecent conduct with a Lafourche Parish juvenile

Friday, February 27 by Louisiana Radio Network

An Alabama man is potentially facing the rest of his life in prison after being arrested for indecent conduct with a Lafourche Parish teenage girl on an online gaming platform. Lafourche Parish Sheriff's Captain Brennan Matherne says 24-year-old Landen Westfall contacted the girl while... Read More.

Delta Utilities customers in Baton Rouge and New Orleans voice concerns over high natural gas bills

Friday, February 27 by Louisiana Radio Network

Many Delta Utilities customers in the Baton Rouge and New Orleans areas are upset over their high gas bills. Rahsha Williams is the head of a community center in Baton Rouge, and she told the Public Service Commission that Delta Utilities natural gas bills... Read More.

West Carroll Gazette to continue publishing after being purchased by West Carroll Chamber of Commerce

Friday, February 27 by Louisiana Radio Network

West Carroll Chamber of Commerce has purchased the West Carroll Gazette from Louisiana State Newspapers, which means the newspaper will continue publishing on a weekly basis. Adam Holland owns KWCL Radio and is on the board directors for the chamber; he says the community... Read More.

Caesars Superdome to host Hondo Rodeo Fest April 10-12

Thursday, February 26 by Louisiana Radio Network

In a little over 40 days, a major event is coming to New Orleans, as Hondo Rodeo Fest will be held at the Caesars Superdome from April 10th to the 12th. Each day, there are two hours of rodeo competition, followed by a music... Read More.

Incumbent U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy ramps up campaign ads attacking opponent Julia Letlow

Thursday, February 26 by Louisiana Radio Network

Now that we know who will be on the Republican ballot for U.S. Senator and who will not, the race is underway in earnest. With a recent poll showing Bill Cassidy in the fight for his political life, his campaign has come out swinging... Read More.

Louisiana Senator Jay Morris files bill that would allow governor to remove judges and district attorneys

Thursday, February 26 by Louisiana Radio Network

A West Monroe state senator is proposing a constitutional amendment that he says would restore accountability for judges and district attorneys who fail to prevent violent crime. Republican Jay Morris' bill would create a mechanism for the removal of a judge or a district... Read More.

State of Louisiana experiencing drought conditions due to dry weather

Thursday, February 26 by Louisiana Radio Network

This run of dry weather we've had lately has pushed the state into drought conditions. State Climatologist Jay Grymes says currently, about three-fourths of the state is in a drought, with half of the state rated as severe to extreme drought. "The dryest places are... Read More.

AT&T announces $45 million upgrade to wireless service in LSU’s Tiger Stadium ahead of 2026 football season

Thursday, February 26 by Louisiana Radio Network

Governor Jeff Landry announced on his "X" account today that AT&T is investing $45 million to upgrade the network inside Tiger Stadium before the 2026 season. LSU President Wade Rousse joined Landry for the announcement. Rousse says when you have over 100,000 people in... Read More.

Chalmette Representative Mike Bayham introduces bill prohibiting pedestrians from viewing their cellphones while utilizing crosswalks

Thursday, February 26 by Louisiana Radio Network

One state lawmaker wants you to pay attention when crossing crosswalks or pay up. Chalmette Republican Representative Mike Bayham has filed a bill that would prohibit people from looking at their cell phones while crossing crosswalks. Bayham says it's a modern-day safety issue. "Sometimes they... Read More.

LPIC poll highlights issue of exorbitant child care costs in Louisiana

Thursday, February 26 by Louisiana Radio Network

A poll of nearly 2,800 parents and caregivers shows how costly child care is in Louisiana. Mattilyn Karst Batson, the research and policy director for the Louisiana Policy Institute for Children (LPIC), says parents reported spending an average of $870 per child per month,... Read More.

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Alabama man facing life in prison on charges in connection with indecent conduct with a Lafourche Parish juvenile

Delta Utilities customers in Baton Rouge and New Orleans voice concerns over high natural gas bills

West Carroll Gazette to continue publishing after being purchased by West Carroll Chamber of Commerce

Caesars Superdome to host Hondo Rodeo Fest April 10-12

Incumbent U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy ramps up campaign ads attacking opponent Julia Letlow

Louisiana Senator Jay Morris files bill that would allow governor to remove judges and district attorneys

State of Louisiana experiencing drought conditions due to dry weather

AT&T announces $45 million upgrade to wireless service in LSU’s Tiger Stadium ahead of 2026 football season

Chalmette Representative Mike Bayham introduces bill prohibiting pedestrians from viewing their cellphones while utilizing crosswalks

LPIC poll highlights issue of exorbitant child care costs in Louisiana

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