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Saints unveil new alternate helmet

Wednesday, July 9 by Louisiana Radio Network

The Saints have traded in Black and Gold for White and Gold. New Orleans released the franchise’s first-ever white helmet, answering years of pleas from the Black and gold faithful. The alternate features a glossy white shell with black speckles. The team’s iconic fleur-de-lis logo... Read More.

University Lab football five-star athlete Lamar Brown set to make college commitment July 10

Wednesday, July 9 by Louisiana Radio Network

University Lab two-way lineman Lamar Brown is set to make his commitment at 12:15 p.m. tomorrow. Zach Nagey of SI on LSU says the five-star is the number one-ranked athlete in the class of 2026. “The Baton Rouge native plays his ball right there on... Read More.

President Trump’s elimination of wind and solar power tax credits to potentially affect electricity prices in Louisiana and nationwide

Wednesday, July 9 by Louisiana Radio Network

President Trump’s budget bill phases out wind and solar power tax credits created during the Biden Administration. These tax credits help energy companies pay for projects that produce solar and wind energy. Director of LSU’s Center for Energy Studies, Doctor Greg Upton, says without... Read More.

Louisiana senator Bill Cassidy to face stiff competition from Republican and Democrat candidates alike in 2026

Wednesday, July 9 by Louisiana Radio Network

Bill Cassidy may be in for the fight of his political life next April with two prominent Republicans running against him for the party’s nomination in the state’s newly closed primary election. But Louisiana Democratic Party Executive Director Dadrius Lanus says if Cassidy survives,... Read More.

University of Louisiana at Monroe receives final state funding to complete renovation of Sugar Hall

Wednesday, July 9 by Louisiana Radio Network

ULM has received the final nine million dollars in state funding required to complete the renovation of its Sugar Hall. Sugar Hall was opened in 1971 to house ULM’s College of Pharmacy before moving to the Bienville Campus in 2005. President Dr. Carrie Castille... Read More.

Four candidates emerge in upcoming New Orleans mayoral race as qualifying begins

Tuesday, July 8 by Louisiana Radio Network

Qualifying begins today for the October 11th election and the biggest race in the state is the mayor’s race in New Orleans. Current mayor LaToya Cantrell is term limited and cannot seek a third term. UNO pollster Ed Chervenak expects several candidates will sign... Read More.

Stabbed St. Gabriel officer under investigation for corruption with suspected killer

Tuesday, July 8 by Louisiana Radio Network

St. Gabriel police captain Devin Boutte was found stabbed to death in his home Sunday morning. Authorities report the officer had an on-and-off domestic relationship with the suspect and was under investigation for corruption. 25-year-old Warren Mitchell III admitted to stabbing Boutte multiple times.... Read More.

United Cajun Navy assisting in search and rescue efforts after massive flash flooding in Texas

Tuesday, July 8 by Louisiana Radio Network

The United Cajun Navy is in Texas helping with the search and rescue operation in the Texas Hill Country, where more than 100 people have been killed in flash floods. So far, United Cajun Navy searchers have found 11 bodies. Vice President Brian Trascher... Read More.

Invasive Asian needle ant, native to Japan and China, detected in East Baton Rouge Parish

Tuesday, July 8 by Louisiana Radio Network

An invasive species of ants not native to the U.S. has been detected in Louisiana. A colony of the Asian needle ant was detected in East Baton Rouge Parish last month. Aaron Ashbrook, an entomology professor at LSU, says as the name implies, the... Read More.

La Tech senior saved 14 campers during flooding in Texas

Monday, July 7 by Louisiana Radio Network

A Louisiana Tech is being hailed a hero after helping lead 14 young campers to safety during deadly flash floods in central Texas. student Emma Foltz, a counselor at Camp Mystic near Kerrville, acted quickly as rising waters flooded cabins early Friday. La Tech... Read More.

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Saints unveil new alternate helmet

University Lab football five-star athlete Lamar Brown set to make college commitment July 10

President Trump’s elimination of wind and solar power tax credits to potentially affect electricity prices in Louisiana and nationwide

Louisiana senator Bill Cassidy to face stiff competition from Republican and Democrat candidates alike in 2026

University of Louisiana at Monroe receives final state funding to complete renovation of Sugar Hall

Four candidates emerge in upcoming New Orleans mayoral race as qualifying begins

Stabbed St. Gabriel officer under investigation for corruption with suspected killer

United Cajun Navy assisting in search and rescue efforts after massive flash flooding in Texas

Invasive Asian needle ant, native to Japan and China, detected in East Baton Rouge Parish

La Tech senior saved 14 campers during flooding in Texas

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