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Rosepine Representative Chuck Owen discusses need for Amendment 8 in Louisiana Constitution

Thursday, October 15 by Louisiana Radio Network

After Leaders for a Better Louisiana urges voters to vote "no" on Amendment 8, we are now hearing from the author of that amendment. Rosepine Representative Chuck Owen says Amendment 8 would prohibit a foreign adversary or an agent of a foreign adversary from... Read More.

Saints HC Kellen Moore comments on owner Gayle Benson’s disappointment with team’s 1-4 start

Thursday, October 15 by Louisiana Radio Network

Saints owner Gayle Benson was uncharacteristically blunt when addressing the team's 1-4 start. She said the performance has been unacceptable, and head coach Kellen Moore says everyone in the building wants the same thing. "She, like all of us, we want better results. That's how... Read More.

State Treasurer John Fleming expresses need to increase Louisiana’s homestead exemption

Thursday, October 15 by Louisiana Radio Network

State Treasurer John Fleming says it's time to increase the state's homestead exemption. Fleming says the current $7,500 exemption was set in 1980 and has not increased in 46 years. He says if adjusted for inflation, it would be about $35,000 today. "Taxes on your... Read More.

Fletcher Technical Community College in Schriever to receive grant from Small Business Administration

Thursday, October 15 by Louisiana Radio Network

The shipbuilding industry in Louisiana just got a shot in the arm with the Small Business Administration granting Fletcher Technical Community College nearly $5 million. Carrie Cortez, the vice chancellor for academic affairs and workforce initiatives at Fletcher, says the school will use that... Read More.

SEC Not Abandoning Federal LSU Lawsuit

Wednesday, October 14 by Louisiana Radio Network

The Southeastern Conference does not want its federal lawsuit against LSU to be dismissed, despite the Tigers not rostering former pro players. The conference filed a request on Tuesday night for U.S. District Judge Annemarie Carney Axon not to dismiss the lawsuit as LSU... Read More.

Beginning in 2027, prison inmates in Louisiana will have access to Medicaid services prior to release

Wednesday, October 14 by Louisiana Radio Network

Louisiana will soon be offering Medicaid services to prison inmates before their release dates. This, after getting approval for a waiver from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Louisiana Department of Health Deputy Secretary Dr. Pete Croughan says it helps inmates transition back... Read More.

New LSU New Orleans survey indicates positive outlook for the Crescent City

Wednesday, October 14 by Louisiana Radio Network

The latest biennial New Orleans Quality of Life Survey by LSU New Orleans shows that people in the city feel much safer than before. LSU New Orleans political science professor Ed Chervenak, who conducted the survey, says the biggest concern among people in Orleans... Read More.

Nonpartisan civic organization provides advice regarding voting on 10 proposed Louisiana constitutional amendments this November

Wednesday, October 14 by Louisiana Radio Network

The group Leaders for a Better Louisiana is recommending that voters approve five of the 10 constitutional amendments that will appear on the November 3rd ballot, but the group opposes amendments six, eight and nine. Chief Policy Officer Barry Erwin says amendments six and... Read More.

“Not acceptable”: New Orleans Saints owner Gayle Benson addresses team’s 1-4 start

Wednesday, October 14 by Louisiana Radio Network

Saints owner Gayle Benson did not mince words at the Greater New Orleans Quarterback Club yesterday. Benson says she will not make excuses for the Saints' 1-4 start to the season. "I will not accept this level of performance as our standard. I am committed... Read More.

According to AARP Louisiana, 2027 Social Security cost-of-living increase may not be enough

Wednesday, October 14 by Louisiana Radio Network

The Social Security Administration announced that the cost-of-living adjustment for 2027 will be 3.6%. AARP says while it certainly appreciates that recipients will get more money next year, the increase only amounts to $900 for the year on average, or $75 a month. Andrew... Read More.

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Rosepine Representative Chuck Owen discusses need for Amendment 8 in Louisiana Constitution

Saints HC Kellen Moore comments on owner Gayle Benson’s disappointment with team’s 1-4 start

State Treasurer John Fleming expresses need to increase Louisiana’s homestead exemption

Fletcher Technical Community College in Schriever to receive grant from Small Business Administration

SEC Not Abandoning Federal LSU Lawsuit

Beginning in 2027, prison inmates in Louisiana will have access to Medicaid services prior to release

New LSU New Orleans survey indicates positive outlook for the Crescent City

Nonpartisan civic organization provides advice regarding voting on 10 proposed Louisiana constitutional amendments this November

“Not acceptable”: New Orleans Saints owner Gayle Benson addresses team’s 1-4 start

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