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Governor Jeff Landry halts new carbon capture applications in Louisiana

Thursday, October 16 by Louisiana Radio Network

Governor Landry issues a moratorium on new applications for carbon capture injection wells in the state. Several lawmakers, including Charles Owen, have expressed concerns about pumping and storing carbon dioxide below the ground. “What they’re proposing to do has never been done in the United... Read More.

United States Supreme Court hears Louisiana congressional map case that could affect Voting Rights Act

Wednesday, October 15 by Louisiana Radio Network

The Supreme Court heard oral arguments this morning on Louisiana’s congressional map that could have a profound effect on the Voting Rights Act across the country. At issue is the creation of the state’s second majority Black district. Janai Nelson, the head of the... Read More.

Baton Rouge Police arrest 16-year-old linked to shooting that took place on LSU’s campus during Homecoming festivities last Saturday night

Wednesday, October 15 by Louisiana Radio Network

Baton Rouge Police have arrested a 16-year-old in connection with Saturday night’s shooting on the LSU campus that wounded two people. Lt. L’ Jean McKneely Jr. says not only was there a football game at Tiger Stadium, but many people were also on campus... Read More.

NFIB survey indicates optimism among small business owners is on the decline

Wednesday, October 15 by Louisiana Radio Network

Optimism among small business owners nationwide fell in September. It’s the first decline in three months. NFIB spokesman Todd Pack says the uncertainty index also rose to its fourth-highest reading in over 51 years. “Small business owners say business, at the moment, is steady, but... Read More.

Instagram adopts new restrictions for teen accounts to control content

Wednesday, October 15 by Louisiana Radio Network

Teenagers on Instagram using teen-specific accounts now have their content restricted. Haggai Davis, the chief operating officer of 180 Pros, a Baton Rouge IT services company, says from now on, the content they will be able to see on Instagram will be similar to... Read More.

Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff’s Office issues warning of deadly green fentanyl circulating throughout Northshore and greater New Orleans

Tuesday, October 14 by Louisiana Radio Network

The Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff’s Office is issuing an urgent warning about green fentanyl. Sheriff Gerald Sticker says the only difference between green fentanyl and regular fentanyl is the color. “Make no mistake about it. Fentanyl is fentanyl is fentanyl. And whether it is pink, green,... Read More.

Louisiana State Senator Blake Miguez increases campaign war chest in order to challenge Bill Cassidy in spring 2026 Louisiana Republican Party primary election

Tuesday, October 14 by Louisiana Radio Network

State Senator Blake Miguez says his campaign has more than $2.5 million in cash on hand. His campaign released that figure as a preview of the campaign finance report that, along with everyone else’s, is due to the Federal Elections Commission tomorrow. Miguez says... Read More.

Baton Rouge Police to provide additional gameday security during LSU football games as result of recent shootings

Tuesday, October 14 by Louisiana Radio Network

Those of you going to LSU’s next home game on October 25th against Texas A&M can expect extra security on and near campus. This, after for the second time this season, gunfire marred the festivities. Baton Rouge Police Chief T.J. Morse says his department... Read More.

Iberville Parish Deputy Charles Riley laid to rest

Tuesday, October 14 by Louisiana Radio Network

Fallen Iberville Parish Deputy Charles Riley was laid to rest on Monday. The 33-year-old Riley and another deputy were shot last week while interviewing a suspect at the Iberville Parish Courthouse. Riley, a U.S. Navy veteran, who served with the Iberville Sheriff’s Office for... Read More.

La Niña returns, signaling a potential for hurricane and tropical storm development along Gulf coast

Tuesday, October 14 by Louisiana Radio Network

The Climate Prediction Center has issued a La Niña Advisory. LSU Health Climatologist Barry Keim says the advisory means La Niña conditions are present and expected to continue. Keim says when there is a La Niña, the tropics are more conducive for storm development. “As... Read More.

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Governor Jeff Landry halts new carbon capture applications in Louisiana

United States Supreme Court hears Louisiana congressional map case that could affect Voting Rights Act

Baton Rouge Police arrest 16-year-old linked to shooting that took place on LSU’s campus during Homecoming festivities last Saturday night

NFIB survey indicates optimism among small business owners is on the decline

Instagram adopts new restrictions for teen accounts to control content

Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff’s Office issues warning of deadly green fentanyl circulating throughout Northshore and greater New Orleans

Louisiana State Senator Blake Miguez increases campaign war chest in order to challenge Bill Cassidy in spring 2026 Louisiana Republican Party primary election

Baton Rouge Police to provide additional gameday security during LSU football games as result of recent shootings

Iberville Parish Deputy Charles Riley laid to rest

La Niña returns, signaling a potential for hurricane and tropical storm development along Gulf coast

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