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BRRR! Cold temperatures hit Louisiana, are expected to continue through Tuesday

Monday, November 10 by Louisiana Radio Network

If the start to the work week was your rude awakening weather-wise, there will be more where that came from tomorrow morning. High temperatures today won’t get out of the 50s, and LSU Health Climatologist Barry Keim says it’ll be a little longer before... Read More.

A new coach, a change at quarterback, still results in a loss to Alabama

Sunday, November 9 by Louisiana Radio Network

As expected, LSU played with fight, determination, and intensity against Alabama on Saturday night in Tuscaloosa, but in the end, the Tigers are not good enough to beat 4th ranked Alabama. The Crimson Tide rolled to a 20-9 win over LSU as the Tigers fell... Read More.

LPSC Commissioner Foster Campbell predicted LSU’s buyout of Brian Kelly nearly four years ago

Friday, November 7 by Louisiana Radio Network

In 2021, Louisiana Public Service Commissioner Foster Campbell predicted that LSU would be responsible for paying a hefty buyout to Brian Kelly before he even stepped onto the field. Nearly four years later, Campbell says I told you so. “I said this is crazy, that... Read More.

Cost of insurance, lawsuit abuse causing Louisiana truckers to move out of state

Friday, November 7 by Louisiana Radio Network

The trucking industry in Louisiana says insurance and lawsuit abuse are its biggest concerns in 2025. Renee Amar, the executive director of the Louisiana Motor Transport Association, says the cost of insurance is driving truckers out of the state. “I have seen truckers fleeing the... Read More.

Louisiana’s ranking in Tax Foundation’s State Tax Competitiveness Index has improved from 37th to 31st in the nation

Friday, November 7 by Louisiana Radio Network

Louisiana’s ranking in the Tax Foundation’s State Tax Competitiveness Index improved from 37th to 31st with further improvement expected as a result of the tax reforms improved last year. Tax Foundation Senior Policy Analyst Manish Bhatt says lawmakers enacted sweeping reform, which included a new... Read More.

After confusion over “interim” tag, LSU source confirms that Verge Ausberry is permanent LSU Athletics Director

Thursday, November 6 by Louisiana Radio Network

One day after LSU president Wade Rousse said Verge Ausberry was the acting Athletics Director, an LSU spokesperson tells the Louisiana Radio Network that Ausberry is THE director of athletics at LSU. It was reported on Tuesday night that Ausberry was the permanent AD.... Read More.

New poll shows demonstrates support for Louisiana lawmakers to increase spending for early childhood education

Thursday, November 6 by Louisiana Radio Network

A new poll shows widespread support for lawmakers to increase spending in early childhood education, with 65% of respondents saying they favor it. Libbie Sonnier, the CEO of the Louisiana Policy Institute for Children, says early childhood education is becoming out of reach for... Read More.

American Lung Association report ranks Louisiana among the worst in nation for early lung cancer diagnosis

Thursday, November 6 by Louisiana Radio Network

A new report reveals Louisiana is among the worst in the nation for diagnosing lung cancer early. Eric Weinzettle, the director of advocacy for the American Lung Association, says their report finds that Louisiana is ranked 40th for new lung cancer cases and 45th... Read More.

Louisiana Senator John Kennedy introduces two bills aimed at withholding lawmakers’ pay during future government shutdowns

Thursday, November 6 by Louisiana Radio Network

On this, the record-extending 37th day of the federal government shutdown, Senator John Kennedy is introducing two bills that would withhold lawmakers’ pay during future shutdowns. In a floor speech, Kennedy says it’s only fair that lawmakers feel the same financial pain that they’re... Read More.

Preschool teacher assists Slidell police in catching shoplifting suspect, receives Citizenship Award

Wednesday, November 5 by Louisiana Radio Network

A 46-year-old preschool teacher has received the Slidell Police Department’s Citizen Award for helping officers catch a suspected shoplifter. Police Chief Daniel Seuzeneau says Lesli Smith offered a ride to Sergeant Jeff Kahrs after the suspect fled a department store in a getaway car. “Without... Read More.

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BRRR! Cold temperatures hit Louisiana, are expected to continue through Tuesday

A new coach, a change at quarterback, still results in a loss to Alabama

LPSC Commissioner Foster Campbell predicted LSU’s buyout of Brian Kelly nearly four years ago

Cost of insurance, lawsuit abuse causing Louisiana truckers to move out of state

Louisiana’s ranking in Tax Foundation’s State Tax Competitiveness Index has improved from 37th to 31st in the nation

After confusion over “interim” tag, LSU source confirms that Verge Ausberry is permanent LSU Athletics Director

New poll shows demonstrates support for Louisiana lawmakers to increase spending for early childhood education

American Lung Association report ranks Louisiana among the worst in nation for early lung cancer diagnosis

Louisiana Senator John Kennedy introduces two bills aimed at withholding lawmakers’ pay during future government shutdowns

Preschool teacher assists Slidell police in catching shoplifting suspect, receives Citizenship Award

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