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Chalmette Representative Mike Bayham introduces bill prohibiting pedestrians from viewing their cellphones while utilizing crosswalks

Thursday, February 26 by Louisiana Radio Network

One state lawmaker wants you to pay attention when crossing crosswalks or pay up. Chalmette Republican Representative Mike Bayham has filed a bill that would prohibit people from looking at their cell phones while crossing crosswalks. Bayham says it's a modern-day safety issue. "Sometimes they... Read More.

LPIC poll highlights issue of exorbitant child care costs in Louisiana

Thursday, February 26 by Louisiana Radio Network

A poll of nearly 2,800 parents and caregivers shows how costly child care is in Louisiana. Mattilyn Karst Batson, the research and policy director for the Louisiana Policy Institute for Children (LPIC), says parents reported spending an average of $870 per child per month,... Read More.

United Cajun Navy joins search for Nancy Guthrie

Thursday, February 26 by Louisiana Radio Network

The United Cajun Navy is now involved in the search for the mother of "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie. Nancy Guthrie was abducted from her home in Tucson, Arizona, during the early morning hours on February 1st. Incident Commander Josh Gill is on the... Read More.

Central Louisiana Technical Community College named top community college in state for third consecutive year

Thursday, February 26 by Louisiana Radio Network

For the third year in a row, Central Louisiana Technical Community College is ranked as the top community college in the state. The ranking comes from Niche, a data-driven college ranking platform. Chancellor Dr. Heather Poole says there are many factors that go into... Read More.

New Orleans Representative Delisha Boyd proposes bill to increase minimum wage in Louisiana every two years

Thursday, February 26 by Louisiana Radio Network

A state representative from New Orleans is trying again to raise the minimum wage in Louisiana. Democrat Delisha Boyd tried two years ago to raise it to $15 an hour, but that failed. This time, she's trying a different approach. "I'm requesting a gradual increase.... Read More.

New data from Louisiana Department of Insurance shows positive movement in state’s insurance market

Thursday, February 26 by Louisiana Radio Network

New data released by the Louisiana Department of Insurance shows private auto insurance rates declined on average nearly 6% in 2025, while homeowners' insurance rates rose slightly. Insurance Commissioner Tim Temple says the decrease in auto premiums is due to a reduction in accidents.... Read More.

Proposed Louisiana constitutional amendment would place two-term limit on the office of governor

Thursday, February 26 by Louisiana Radio Network

A New Orleans-area lawmaker has offered up a proposed constitutional amendment for the upcoming legislative session that would place a lifetime limit of two terms on a person who has served as governor. St. Bernard Parish Republican Michael Bayham's legislation would mean that former... Read More.

Louisiana Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser pardons “Tony the Crawfish” to kick off 2026 crawfish season

Thursday, February 26 by Louisiana Radio Network

For the 10th year on the Tuesday after Mardi Gras, Louisiana officially kicked off crawfish season by pardoning one lucky mudbug. Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser granted the reprieve yesterday. "With the power vested in me, as Lieutenant Governor of the great state of Louisiana, do... Read More.

Hammond Police arrest 18-year-old in connection with accidental shooting, death of a juvenile

Wednesday, February 25 by Louisiana Radio Network

A 14-year-old girl is shot and killed in Hammond last night. Investigators say as the girl was sitting in the back seat of a car, 18-year-old Trey Robinson was in the front seat playing with a gun; and when he dropped it, it discharged,... Read More.

Governor Jeff Landry announces state income tax relief for Louisiana residents

Wednesday, February 25 by Louisiana Radio Network

Governor Jeff Landry says when people file their state income taxes this year, they will get a bigger refund. Landry says it's the result of the legislation approved during the 2024 Tax Reform Special Session. The governor says the typical middle-class working family save... Read More.

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Chalmette Representative Mike Bayham introduces bill prohibiting pedestrians from viewing their cellphones while utilizing crosswalks

LPIC poll highlights issue of exorbitant child care costs in Louisiana

United Cajun Navy joins search for Nancy Guthrie

Central Louisiana Technical Community College named top community college in state for third consecutive year

New Orleans Representative Delisha Boyd proposes bill to increase minimum wage in Louisiana every two years

New data from Louisiana Department of Insurance shows positive movement in state’s insurance market

Proposed Louisiana constitutional amendment would place two-term limit on the office of governor

Louisiana Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser pardons “Tony the Crawfish” to kick off 2026 crawfish season

Hammond Police arrest 18-year-old in connection with accidental shooting, death of a juvenile

Governor Jeff Landry announces state income tax relief for Louisiana residents

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