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LSU football head coach Brian Kelly gives injury update ahead of Saturday’s LSU-Vanderbilt matchup

Friday, October 17 by Louisiana Radio Network

The Fighting Tigers are at Vanderbilt tomorrow, and two starters on defense could miss the game. Coach Brian Kelly gave an updated injury report yesterday. “(Aaron) Anderson, (Paul) Mubenga, those guys are probable. (Whit) Weeks and Jamari Butler are questionable and (Bernard) Gooden is doubtful,”... Read More.

Louisiana Board of Elementary and Secondary Education approves policy change that reduces number of high school state standardized tests

Friday, October 17 by Louisiana Radio Network

High school sophomores will soon have fewer standardized tests to take at the end of the school year. Starting in the 2026-27 school year, the number of standardized tests they will take will go down from six to four. State Superintendent of Education Dr.... Read More.

Governor Jeff Landry calls special session of state legislature to adjust 2026 election cycle calendar as U.S. Supreme Court continues hearing regarding Louisiana congressional map

Friday, October 17 by Louisiana Radio Network

Governor Landry has called a special session to adjust the calendar for the 2026 election cycle amid the Supreme Court case on the state’s second majority Black congressional district. The session will start next Thursday and will last 22 days. Jeremy Alford, the publisher... Read More.

Additional security measures to be taken during home LSU football games for remainder of season

Thursday, October 16 by Louisiana Radio Network

For the remainder of the football season, those going to LSU home games can expect beefed-up security following a pair of shootings outside the stadium last week. Scott Ballard, the chairman of the LSU Board of Supervisors, says there will be additional police presence... Read More.

LSU quarterback Garrett Nussmeier’s confidence is growing as Tigers prepare for road game at Vanderbilt

Thursday, October 16 by Louisiana Radio Network

LSU quarterback Garrett Nussmeier showed improvement in throwing the ball in the Tigers’ 20-10 win over South Carolina. Nussmeier said the first few games of the season were tough due to his ab injury, but he says he’s gaining more confidence heading into this... Read More.

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.

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LSU football head coach Brian Kelly gives injury update ahead of Saturday’s LSU-Vanderbilt matchup

Louisiana Board of Elementary and Secondary Education approves policy change that reduces number of high school state standardized tests

Governor Jeff Landry calls special session of state legislature to adjust 2026 election cycle calendar as U.S. Supreme Court continues hearing regarding Louisiana congressional map

Additional security measures to be taken during home LSU football games for remainder of season

LSU quarterback Garrett Nussmeier’s confidence is growing as Tigers prepare for road game at Vanderbilt

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

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