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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.

LSU football interim head coach Frank Wilson to become running backs coach at Ole Miss

Wednesday, December 17 by Louisiana Radio Network
The Texas Bowl on December 27th is the last game Frank Wilson will coach at LSU. The Tigers interim head coach since late October has accepted a job with Ole Miss to be the Rebels running backs coach. Tiger Rag Editor Glenn Guilbeau says... Read More.

ElementUSA to construct refining facility in St. James Parish beginning in 2027

Wednesday, December 17 by Louisiana Radio Network
ElementUSA announces that it's investing $850 million to build a rare earth and critical minerals refining facility in St. James Parish. Parish President Pete Dufresne says the facility will lead to the creation of 200 new direct jobs with an average salary of $90,000... Read More.

Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill instructs LDH to cancel agreement with UnitedHealthcare over contract dispute

Wednesday, December 17 by Louisiana Radio Network
Attorney General Liz Murrill told lawmakers on Tuesday that UnitedHealthcare potentially owes the state between $380 million and $768 million in overpayments for pharmacy costs, which is why her office instructed LDH to cancel its contract with the state, forcing thousands of Medicaid patients... Read More.

U.S. Department of Education awards Louisiana $15 million grant for tutoring study

Wednesday, December 17 by Louisiana Radio Network
The U.S. Department of Education awards Louisiana a $15 million grant to lead a five-year study on the impact of high-dosage tutoring on first and second graders. Deputy Superintendent Dr. Jenna Chiasson says the project will serve about 4,500 students in both traditional public... Read More.

Louisiana public libraries are seeing an upward trend in visitors, usage

Wednesday, December 17 by Louisiana Radio Network
Libraries throughout the state are becoming more and more popular. The latest statistical report shows that in 2024, libraries welcomed more than 11 million visitors - that's up 8.5% from 2023. State Librarian Meg Placke says the trend is very encouraging. "It's just showing that... Read More.

LSU Board of Supervisors approves creation of LSU School of Construction

Tuesday, December 16 by Louisiana Radio Network
LSU is about to lead a building revolution, moving one step closer to launching the School of Construction within its College of Engineering. The Board of Supervisors approved its creation last week, advancing the proposal to the Louisiana Board of Regents for a vote... Read More.

Neighbor fatally shoots man attacking girlfriend with a knife in Mandeville, according to St. Tammany Parish Sheriff’s Office

Tuesday, December 16 by Louisiana Radio Network
The St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office says a neighbor fatally shoots a man attacking his girlfriend with a knife. Lt. Suzanne Carboni says the victim escaped her Mandeville area home through a window and frantically knocked on neighbors' doors seeking help. She says one... Read More.
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