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Although the 2026 federal tax filing deadline is today, an extension option is available

Wednesday, April 15 by Louisiana Radio Network

Tax Day is here and hopefully you are ready. It can be a daunting task to gather documents and work through returns or get all the required information to a tax preparer on time. If you find yourself unprepared, CPA John Theriot with Malcolm... Read More.

LSU CB depth takes a hit, but offensive line getting better

Tuesday, April 14 by Louisiana Radio Network

LSU suffered its second major season-ending injury during spring football as backup sophomore cornerback Aidan Anding tore his Achilles in Saturday's scrimmage. Disappointing news for the former Ruston High star, who suffered the injury while intercepting his second pass of the scrimmage. "He was playing great,... Read More.

13-year-old boy in custody after shooting father while being dropped off at school in Hammond

Tuesday, April 14 by Louisiana Radio Network

The father of a student was shot by his 13-year-old son in front of the Tangipahoa Alternative School in Hammond this morning. Hammond Police Chief Edwin Bergeron says the father was dropping his son off at school, when his son refused to leave the... Read More.

Louisiana lawmakers advance bill restricting access to information concerning student-athlete revenue

Tuesday, April 14 by Louisiana Radio Network

The House Governmental Affairs Committee has approved legislation that would prohibit the public from seeing how much student-athletes receive from a public university as part of a revenue sharing deal. New Orleans Representative Candace Newell, who has a nephew on the LSU football team,... Read More.

Louisiana House Appropriations Committee approves operating budget that includes increased funding for public schools

Tuesday, April 14 by Louisiana Radio Network

The House Appropriations Committee has approved an operating budget of $47 billion for next fiscal year. Even though it's a standstill budget, areas of state government will see an increase in funding. House Appropriations Chairman Jack McFarland says they are pouring more dollars into... Read More.

Louisiana Department of Education to increase focus on reading and writing skills in public schools

Tuesday, April 14 by Louisiana Radio Network

The Louisiana Department of Education says it's strengthening English language arts in public schools to reinforce skills essential to help students read, write and communicate. State Education Superintendent Cade Brumley says the updated standards place a stronger emphasis on the science of reading so... Read More.

Historic Louisiana Purchase document to be displayed in Baton Rouge for a limited time

Tuesday, April 14 by Louisiana Radio Network

The document that finalized the Louisiana Purchase will be on display at the old State Capitol in Baton Rouge starting today. Secretary of State Nancy Landry says this remarkable piece of history is on loan from the National Archives in Washington D.C. as part... Read More.

Bill requiring Louisiana drivers to undergo license renewal testing halted by House Transportation Committee

Tuesday, April 14 by Louisiana Radio Network

The House Transportation Committee has put the brakes on a bill that seeks to require drivers to take a driver's knowledge test when they renew their driver's license every six years. Baton Rouge Representative Dixon McMakin says the test would provide drivers with a... Read More.

New poll shows Michael Echols and Blake Miguez currently ahead of the pack in 5th District Congressional Republican Primary race

Monday, April 13 by Louisiana Radio Network

A poll paid for and conducted by the Rainey Center Freedom Project shows that the 5th District Congressional Republican Primary is a two-person race between state representative Michael Echols and state senator Blake Miguez. Rainey Freedom Project director Russ Walker says the survey of... Read More.

Abita Brewing Company celebrates 40 years of craft beer excellence

Monday, April 13 by Louisiana Radio Network

Abita Brewing Company, located 30 miles north of New Orleans, is celebrating its 40th birthday this year. Abita President Troy Ashley says they are a great Louisiana growth story. "Founded in 1986 in the small town of Abita Springs, we really came from humble beginnings... Read More.

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Although the 2026 federal tax filing deadline is today, an extension option is available

LSU CB depth takes a hit, but offensive line getting better

13-year-old boy in custody after shooting father while being dropped off at school in Hammond

Louisiana lawmakers advance bill restricting access to information concerning student-athlete revenue

Louisiana House Appropriations Committee approves operating budget that includes increased funding for public schools

Louisiana Department of Education to increase focus on reading and writing skills in public schools

Historic Louisiana Purchase document to be displayed in Baton Rouge for a limited time

Bill requiring Louisiana drivers to undergo license renewal testing halted by House Transportation Committee

New poll shows Michael Echols and Blake Miguez currently ahead of the pack in 5th District Congressional Republican Primary race

Abita Brewing Company celebrates 40 years of craft beer excellence

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