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Louisiana ranked as most stressed state in the nation, according to new study

Wednesday, April 1 by Louisiana Radio Network

A new study by WalletHub shows that Louisiana is the most stressed state in the country. WalletHub analyst Chip Lupo says of the four stress dimensions it looked at, Louisiana ranked in the top ten in all of them. "First in work-related stress, third-highest money-related... Read More.

New Orleans’ Michoud Assembly facility a vital contributor in Artemis II space mission

Wednesday, April 1 by Louisiana Radio Network

NASA is launching its first spaceship to the moon today and NASA's Michoud Assembly facility in New Orleans played a major role in the Artemis II mission. NASA spokesperson Craig Betbeze says both of Artemis II's propellant tanks were built at the rocket factory... Read More.

Insurance providers encourage homeowners in Louisiana to obtain FORTIFIED roof endorsements prior to 2026 hurricane season

Tuesday, March 31 by Louisiana Radio Network

With hurricane season just two months away, insurance brokers are urging you to consider putting a FORTIFIED roof on your home. Starting January 1st, insurers will be required to give discounts for homes with FORTIFIED roofs; and Beth Swanson, an analyst with insurance comparison website... Read More.

Entergy Louisiana announces new agreement with Meta that will deliver an additional $2 billion in customer savings

Tuesday, March 31 by Louisiana Radio Network

Entergy Louisiana has reached an agreement with Meta to build seven new natural gas-powered plants, plus new transmission lines and nuclear power updates, so that there's enough electricity to power the massive AI data center under construction in Richland Parish. Entergy President and CEO... Read More.

Legislation to eliminate Louisiana vehicle inspection sticker mandate advances to Louisiana House for further discussion

Tuesday, March 31 by Louisiana Radio Network

The House Transportation Committee approves legislation that would end the requirement for motorists to get an inspection sticker. Instead of an inspection sticker, owners of personal vehicles would have a QR code sticker on their windshield that would provide law enforcement with the vehicle's... Read More.

Louisiana lawmakers advance “smart glasses” bill aimed at regulating invasion of privacy concerns

Tuesday, March 31 by Louisiana Radio Network

The House Civil Law Committee advances a bill that would require both people in an in-person conversation to know if they are being recorded. Metairie Representative Laurie Schlegel says there's been a growing trend in which influencers wearing smart glasses approach women and record... Read More.

Will Wade begins second tenure as LSU men’s basketball coach

Monday, March 30 by Louisiana Radio Network

Former LSU coach Will Wade was re-introduced today as the new head men's basketball coach. "The General" received a warm welcome back from university officials and the hundreds of Tiger fans in attendance at the Maravich Center. Wade, who led LSU to three NCAA... Read More.

LSU Alexandria to offer three-year accelerated bachelor’s degree programs beginning this fall

Monday, March 30 by Louisiana Radio Network

Coming soon to LSU Alexandria - three-year bachelor's degree programs. This, after the Board of Regents approved the state's first accelerated bachelor's degree programs for specialized workforce-focused degrees. Liz Beard, the vice chancellor of academic affairs at LSUA, says these new programs, which will... Read More.

“Click To Cancel” bill passes unanimously in Louisiana House of Commerce Committee, advances to full House

Monday, March 30 by Louisiana Radio Network

A Gretna representative's bill seeking to make it easier to cancel unwanted subscriptions advances to the full House. Vincent Cox's "click to cancel" bill passed unanimously in the House Commerce Committee this morning. Cox says it's often an unnecessarily tedious process to cancel subscriptions. "If... Read More.

Louisiana Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser opposes naming future Mississippi River bridge after President Donald Trump

Monday, March 30 by Louisiana Radio Network

Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser opposes an effort to name a new I-10 Mississippi River bridge in the Baton Rouge area after President Donald Trump. Nungesser says he has a problem with naming a public structure after a living official. "Usually, after you're out of office,... Read More.

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Louisiana ranked as most stressed state in the nation, according to new study

New Orleans’ Michoud Assembly facility a vital contributor in Artemis II space mission

Insurance providers encourage homeowners in Louisiana to obtain FORTIFIED roof endorsements prior to 2026 hurricane season

Entergy Louisiana announces new agreement with Meta that will deliver an additional $2 billion in customer savings

Legislation to eliminate Louisiana vehicle inspection sticker mandate advances to Louisiana House for further discussion

Louisiana lawmakers advance “smart glasses” bill aimed at regulating invasion of privacy concerns

Will Wade begins second tenure as LSU men’s basketball coach

LSU Alexandria to offer three-year accelerated bachelor’s degree programs beginning this fall

“Click To Cancel” bill passes unanimously in Louisiana House of Commerce Committee, advances to full House

Louisiana Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser opposes naming future Mississippi River bridge after President Donald Trump

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