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Search begins today for LSU’s next President

Tuesday, August 19 by Louisiana Radio Network

LSU’s presidential search committee holds its first meeting today as the 20-member panel begins its work to find a replacement for Dr. William Tate, who left in June to be the president at Rutgers. Piper Hutchinson covers higher education for the Louisiana Illuminator and... Read More.

Governor Jeff Landry to send 135 Louisiana National Guard soldiers to Washington D.C. at request of President Donald Trump

Tuesday, August 19 by Louisiana Radio Network

Governor Landry is sending about 135 Louisiana National Guard soldiers to Washington, D.C. Lieutenant Colonel Noel Collins says the soldiers will be in the nation’s capital for at least a month. “We’re going to be in support of the D.C. National Guard and the D.C.... Read More.

Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser comments on the federal indictment of New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell

Tuesday, August 19 by Louisiana Radio Network

Reaction continues to pour in on the indictment of New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell. She’s accused in an 18-count federal indictment of bilking the city out of $70 million for trips she took with former NOPD officer Jeffrey Vappie under the guise of security,... Read More.

New study shows that flat 3% income tax benefits majority of Louisiana residents

Tuesday, August 19 by Louisiana Radio Network

The tax overhaul that was passed last fall has now been a part of our lives for more than a half a year. Has it had an effect on our overall financial health? A new study commissioned by RESET Louisiana says for the vast... Read More.

Former Louisiana House Speaker Joe Salter passes away at the age of 82

Monday, August 18 by Louisiana Radio Network

Former Louisiana House Speaker Joe Salter has died at the age of 82. Salter was an educator from Sabine Parish and spent 22 years in the House. He served as House Speaker from 2004 to 2008 when Kathleen Blanco was governor. Political analyst Bernie... Read More.

Vinton man hijacks construction crane along I-10 near Louisiana-Texas state line, resulting in four auto accidents

Monday, August 18 by Louisiana Radio Network

Drivers headed to Texas on I-10 early Saturday morning found themselves having to dodge cables dangling from a construction crane. Louisiana State Police Trooper Henry Perez says 37-year-old Matthew Vincent of Vinton, for some unknown reason, decided to hop into the idle crane in... Read More.

“Y’ALL ABOARD”: Amtrak’s new Mardi Gras Rail Service begins today, with twice-daily routes between Mobile, Alabama and New Orleans

Monday, August 18 by Louisiana Radio Network

Passenger rail service starts today between New Orleans and Mobile, Alabama as Amtrak’s new “Mardi Gras Service” begins twice-daily routes. The service will have morning and evening departures, and the train will also make stops along Mississippi’s Gulf Coast. Chairman of the Southern Rail... Read More.

New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell faces indictment on multiple charges stemming from affair with bodyguard

Monday, August 18 by Louisiana Radio Network

New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell is facing charges of conspiracy, fraud and obstruction for allegedly trying to cover up a romantic relationship with her bodyguard. Prosecutors say Cantrell and retired NOPD officer Jeffrey Vappie cheated the city out of $70,000 for trips they took... Read More.

Several auto insurance companies are reducing rates for Louisiana policyholders due to a decrease in accidents

Monday, August 18 by Louisiana Radio Network

In a sign that the auto insurance market might be improving, Louisiana Insurance Commissioner Tim Temple says auto insurers have filed over 20 rate decreases since the start of the year. Temple says 14 of those decreases were for more than 1%. “And what I... Read More.

New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell indicted on federal corruption charges

Friday, August 15 by Louisiana Radio Network

New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell has been indicted on federal corruption charges as prosecutors allege, she defrauded taxpayers out of $70,000 to conceal a personal relationship with former NOPD officer Jeffrey Vappie, who served as her bodyguard. Acting U.S. Attorney Michael Simpson: “They are charged... Read More.

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Search begins today for LSU’s next President

Governor Jeff Landry to send 135 Louisiana National Guard soldiers to Washington D.C. at request of President Donald Trump

Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser comments on the federal indictment of New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell

New study shows that flat 3% income tax benefits majority of Louisiana residents

Former Louisiana House Speaker Joe Salter passes away at the age of 82

Vinton man hijacks construction crane along I-10 near Louisiana-Texas state line, resulting in four auto accidents

“Y’ALL ABOARD”: Amtrak’s new Mardi Gras Rail Service begins today, with twice-daily routes between Mobile, Alabama and New Orleans

New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell faces indictment on multiple charges stemming from affair with bodyguard

Several auto insurance companies are reducing rates for Louisiana policyholders due to a decrease in accidents

New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell indicted on federal corruption charges

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