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Landry administration maintaining a low profile thus far during 2026 Louisiana legislative session

Monday, April 6 by Louisiana Radio Network

Three weeks into the legislative session and it's quiet when it comes to debate on significant legislation and that might be design. Political analyst Bernie Pinsonat says the Landry administration is not pushing any significant legislation after doing a lot of heavy lifting in... Read More.

Cade Arrambide hits a school-record 4 homers as Tigers come from behind again to win

Sunday, April 5 by Louisiana Radio Network

Cade Arrambide made history as the first LSU player to hit four home runs in a game. The Tigers, trailing by five runs, staged an impressive rally to overcome Tennessee 16-6 in 12 innings, securing a vital series win for the Bayou Bengals. Arrambide's 4... Read More.

IPSO: 19 injured when alleged drunk driver plows into parade goers in Iberia Parish

Sunday, April 5 by Louisiana Radio Network

An alleged drunk driver crashed into more than a dozen people watching a parade in Iberia Parish on Saturday. State Police have charged 57-year-old Todd Landry of Jeanerette with driving while impaired, open container, careless operation and 18 counts of first-degree injuring. The Iberia Parish Sheriff's... Read More.

LSU Health New Orleans outlines plan to eliminate cervical cancer

Friday, April 3 by Louisiana Radio Network

LSU Health New Orleans unveils its plan to reduce cervical cancer cases in Louisiana by 2035. They are partnering with Louisiana Cancer Prevention and Control Programs and other local and regional partners to implement the Bayou Blueprint, Louisiana's Path to Ending Cervical Cancer. The plan... Read More.

Legislation to shield from public records what athletes make in revenue-sharing agreements heads to the House floor

Friday, April 3 by Louisiana Radio Network

Legislation that would keep private the income college athletes receive in a revenue sharing agreement with a public university is heading to the House floor. A federal settlement involving the NCAA gave universities the ability to pay their athletes directly starting with this athletic... Read More.

Ponchatoula’s Elmer Candy expects big demand for Easter chocolate despite increased cocoa prices

Thursday, April 2 by Louisiana Radio Network

Despite higher cocoa prices, which has increased the price to make chocolate candy this year, Ponchatoula-based Elmer Candy has seen brisk sales for their Easter candy. That's according to Elmer Candy CEO Rob Nelson. "In the last couple of years, with the cocoa market and... Read More.

Proposed bill would double early-release window from 60 to 120 days for terminally ill Louisiana inmates

Thursday, April 2 by Louisiana Radio Network

A bill is moving through the House that would allow the state to release an inmate 120 days prior to his or her expected death, instead of the current 60-day window. Department of Corrections Secretary Gary Westcott supports the legislation. Westcott says inmates up... Read More.

Senate bill seeking to prevent four-day school week schedule advances to Louisiana House of Representatives

Wednesday, April 1 by Louisiana Radio Network

A state senator's quest to prevent additional school districts from adopting four-day school weeks advances to the House. Franklinton Senator Beth Mizell's bill passed the State Senate on a vote of 35-1, with Eddie Lambert of Gonzales casting the lone "no" vote. Mizell says... Read More.

Former LDWF Secretary pleads guilty to involvement in kickback scheme

Wednesday, April 1 by Louisiana Radio Network

Former Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries Secretary Jack Montoucet faces up to five years in prison for participating in a kickback scheme. Federal prosecutors say the 78-year-old Montoucet used his position as secretary to steer a state contract to a company called DGL1... Read More.

Proposed Louisiana bill could hold parents liable for their children’s actions involving bomb threats, school violence

Wednesday, April 1 by Louisiana Radio Network

A bill that increases the penalties against a minor found guilty of calling in a bomb threat or threatening to commit violence at school receives pushback from Democrats on the House floor, because the proposal could also result in the child's parents facing fines... Read More.

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Landry administration maintaining a low profile thus far during 2026 Louisiana legislative session

Cade Arrambide hits a school-record 4 homers as Tigers come from behind again to win

IPSO: 19 injured when alleged drunk driver plows into parade goers in Iberia Parish

LSU Health New Orleans outlines plan to eliminate cervical cancer

Legislation to shield from public records what athletes make in revenue-sharing agreements heads to the House floor

Ponchatoula’s Elmer Candy expects big demand for Easter chocolate despite increased cocoa prices

Proposed bill would double early-release window from 60 to 120 days for terminally ill Louisiana inmates

Senate bill seeking to prevent four-day school week schedule advances to Louisiana House of Representatives

Former LDWF Secretary pleads guilty to involvement in kickback scheme

Proposed Louisiana bill could hold parents liable for their children’s actions involving bomb threats, school violence

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