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Former Louisiana lawmaker Paul Hollis confirmed as 41st U.S. Mint Director

Tuesday, December 30 by Louisiana Radio Network

It's a special holiday season for Mandeville resident, former state lawmaker and BESE member Paul Hollis, who was confirmed by the U.S. Senate as the 41st director of the U.S. Mint. Hollis, who has been involved in million-dollar sales of rare coins, has been... Read More.

“Gulf to Gumbo” float set to roll in 2026 Tournament of Roses Parade New Year’s Day

Tuesday, December 30 by Louisiana Radio Network

In just two days, Louisiana will show itself off to the world when it glides its float along the streets of Pasadena, California, for the 2026 Tournament of Roses Parade. Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser says they've been working hard getting the float, titled "Gulf... Read More.

Pre-game activities leading up to the Independence bowl provide football fans with many options in Shreveport-Bossier area

Monday, December 29 by Louisiana Radio Network

The 49th playing of the Independence Bowl is expected to produce an economic impact of about $6.4 million this year. Emma Boone with Visit Shreveport-Bossier says the fact that one of the teams, Louisiana Tech, is close by is actually a very good thing. "It's... Read More.

New Orleans Saints extend winning streak to four games after defeating Tennessee Titans 34-26

Monday, December 29 by Louisiana Radio Network

The Saints fell behind 13-0 but rallied to take the lead in the fourth quarter and went on to beat Tennessee 34-26 for their fourth win in a row. Coach Kellen Moore has orchestrated the team's longest winning streak in five years, but Moore... Read More.

350 Louisiana National Guard troops to deploy in New Orleans beginning New Year’s Eve and remaining through Mardi Gras

Monday, December 29 by Louisiana Radio Network

As Louisiana gets set to ring in the new year, President Trump is deploying hundreds of National Guard troops to the state. Trump is acting on a request from Governor Landry, who talked about it on "The Will Cain Show" on the Fox News... Read More.

Tulane School of Medicine researchers leading the charge to develop Melioidosis vaccine

Monday, December 29 by Louisiana Radio Network

Researchers at Tulane have taken the lead in developing a vaccine to protect against a little-known, yet potentially deadly tropical disease. Dr. Lisa Morici with the Tulane University School of Medicine says after ten years of development, she and her team have taken their... Read More.

Temperatures expected to drop rapidly throughout Louisiana as winter cold front hits state beginning Tuesday

Monday, December 29 by Louisiana Radio Network

I hope you enjoyed the warm weather during the Christmas holiday, because you'll be in for a rude awakening this week. LSU Health Climatologist Barry Keim says the cold weather that we normally associate with Christmas is here now. "The front came through last night,... Read More.

LSU’s season ends with a loss; now the real fun begins

Sunday, December 28 by Louisiana Radio Network

The tumultuous 2025 season ended on Saturday night in Houston with an entertaining game, but a 38-35 loss to 21st ranked Houston. The contest featured the first opening kickoff for a touchdown by an LSU player since 1978 (Hokie Gajan). Barion Brown took the opening kick... Read More.

Louisiana Insurance Commissioner Tim Temple expects insurance rates to continue downward trend in 2026

Friday, December 26 by Louisiana Radio Network

Insurance Commissioner Tim Temple says 2025 was the year when Louisianans started seeing their insurance rates go down, and he's looking forward to that trend continuing in 2026. Temple says 30 auto insurance carriers filed for premium decreases in 2025. And in 2026, rates... Read More.

LSU Tigers to face Houston Cougars in the Kinder’s Texas Bowl

Thursday, December 25 by Louisiana Radio Network

LSU plays a football game on Saturday night to finally wrap up the 2025 season. The Tigers will take on 21st ranked Houston at 8:15 in the Kinder's Texas Bowl. The game will be played at NRG Stadium in Houston and Tiger Rag Editor... Read More.

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Former Louisiana lawmaker Paul Hollis confirmed as 41st U.S. Mint Director

“Gulf to Gumbo” float set to roll in 2026 Tournament of Roses Parade New Year’s Day

Pre-game activities leading up to the Independence bowl provide football fans with many options in Shreveport-Bossier area

New Orleans Saints extend winning streak to four games after defeating Tennessee Titans 34-26

350 Louisiana National Guard troops to deploy in New Orleans beginning New Year’s Eve and remaining through Mardi Gras

Tulane School of Medicine researchers leading the charge to develop Melioidosis vaccine

Temperatures expected to drop rapidly throughout Louisiana as winter cold front hits state beginning Tuesday

LSU’s season ends with a loss; now the real fun begins

Louisiana Insurance Commissioner Tim Temple expects insurance rates to continue downward trend in 2026

LSU Tigers to face Houston Cougars in the Kinder’s Texas Bowl

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