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President Donald Trump appoints Louisiana governor Jeff Landry as special envoy to Greenland

Tuesday, December 23 by Louisiana Radio Network

Governor Landry is speaking out about his new side hustle as special envoy to Greenland. In a video posted to social media, Landry said President Trump approached him about the opportunity. "And the president said, 'You know what? You went to Korea one time and... Read More.

Despite Louisiana legislature’s repeal of the three-year rule, only one insurance company has moved to cancel previously protected homeowner policies

Tuesday, December 23 by Louisiana Radio Network

Louisiana lawmakers passed a legislative package aimed at improving the insurance market for homeowners in Louisiana last year. One of the laws included in this effort repealed the state's "three-year rule," preventing companies from dropping policyholders who had been customers for three years. A... Read More.

“Operation Access Denied” nabs 67 registered sex offenders in North Louisiana in one of the largest child predator busts in state history

Thursday, December 18 by Louisiana Radio Network

A massive enforcement operation in North Louisiana targeting registered sex offenders nets 67 arrests. It's one of the biggest child predator busts in state history. Attorney General Liz Murrill says it happened during a month-long operation last month called Operation Access Denied. "Everyone who we... Read More.

Louisiana is on track to provide high-speed internet access throughout state by 2028

Thursday, December 18 by Louisiana Radio Network

Louisiana is expected to provide high-speed internet access to every Louisiana resident by 2028, which is two years earlier than initially expected. Connect LA executive director Veneeth Iyengar says state and parish officials have come together to speed up the process. "When you bring them... Read More.

LPSC under scrutiny for approving policy to streamline energy access for large projects

Thursday, December 18 by Louisiana Radio Network

The Public Service Commission approves a new rule aimed at streamlining the process for large projects like data centers to access the energy they need to operate. Under the new policy, utilities looking to build infrastructure to power those massive projects will no longer... Read More.

Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns rally falls short as Delaware wins 68 Ventures Bowl, 20-13

Thursday, December 18 by Louisiana Radio Network

A gutsy season by the UL Lafayette football team comes to an end with a 20-13 loss to Delaware in the 68 Ventures Bowl. The Cajuns fell behind 20-3 before scoring ten unanswered points to pull to within a touchdown. The Cajuns had a... Read More.

AI is reshaping how shoppers make gift purchases during the Christmas season

Thursday, December 18 by Louisiana Radio Network

It seems that AI has taken over the entire Christmas shopping experience. LSU marketing professor Dan Rice says with Christmas shopping lists becoming more and more complex, an increasing number of shoppers are turning to AI for inspiration before schlepping to the malls and... Read More.

Baton Rouge federal judge rules that Louisiana’s social media age verification law is a First Amendment violation

Thursday, December 18 by Louisiana Radio Network

A federal judge in Baton Rouge has ruled that Louisiana's law that requires social media companies to verify the age of users, obtain parental consent and provide parental controls is unconstitutional. Judge John deGravelles said the law violates the First Amendment. Attorney General Liz... Read More.

Louisiana Deputy Surgeon General warns of potential vision problems for children who spend excessive time on electronic devices

Wednesday, December 17 by Louisiana Radio Network

As if excessive social media exposure isn't dangerous enough, with adverse effects on mental health, it can also cause nearsightedness in children. Louisiana Deputy Surgeon General Dr. Wyche Coleman says using objects up close like phone screens makes their eyes grow longer and could... Read More.

Former New Iberia police officer Micah Legnon arrested in connection with an alleged terrorist plot to attack New Orleans

Wednesday, December 17 by Louisiana Radio Network

A former New Iberia police officer who allegedly plotted a terror attack in New Orleans is currently charged with one count of threat by interstate commerce. But Loyola University law professor Dane Ciolino says many more serious charges are likely forthcoming against Micah Legnon. "Very... Read More.

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President Donald Trump appoints Louisiana governor Jeff Landry as special envoy to Greenland

Despite Louisiana legislature’s repeal of the three-year rule, only one insurance company has moved to cancel previously protected homeowner policies

“Operation Access Denied” nabs 67 registered sex offenders in North Louisiana in one of the largest child predator busts in state history

Louisiana is on track to provide high-speed internet access throughout state by 2028

LPSC under scrutiny for approving policy to streamline energy access for large projects

Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns rally falls short as Delaware wins 68 Ventures Bowl, 20-13

AI is reshaping how shoppers make gift purchases during the Christmas season

Louisiana Deputy Surgeon General warns of potential vision problems for children who spend excessive time on electronic devices

Former New Iberia police officer Micah Legnon arrested in connection with an alleged terrorist plot to attack New Orleans

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