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Caesars Superdome to host Hondo Rodeo Fest April 10-12

Thursday, February 26 by Louisiana Radio Network

In a little over 40 days, a major event is coming to New Orleans, as Hondo Rodeo Fest will be held at the Caesars Superdome from April 10th to the 12th. Each day, there are two hours of rodeo competition, followed by a music... Read More.

Incumbent U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy ramps up campaign ads attacking opponent Julia Letlow

Thursday, February 26 by Louisiana Radio Network

Now that we know who will be on the Republican ballot for U.S. Senator and who will not, the race is underway in earnest. With a recent poll showing Bill Cassidy in the fight for his political life, his campaign has come out swinging... Read More.

Louisiana Senator Jay Morris files bill that would allow governor to remove judges and district attorneys

Thursday, February 26 by Louisiana Radio Network

A West Monroe state senator is proposing a constitutional amendment that he says would restore accountability for judges and district attorneys who fail to prevent violent crime. Republican Jay Morris' bill would create a mechanism for the removal of a judge or a district... Read More.

State of Louisiana experiencing drought conditions due to dry weather

Thursday, February 26 by Louisiana Radio Network

This run of dry weather we've had lately has pushed the state into drought conditions. State Climatologist Jay Grymes says currently, about three-fourths of the state is in a drought, with half of the state rated as severe to extreme drought. "The dryest places are... Read More.

AT&T announces $45 million upgrade to wireless service in LSU’s Tiger Stadium ahead of 2026 football season

Thursday, February 26 by Louisiana Radio Network

Governor Jeff Landry announced on his "X" account today that AT&T is investing $45 million to upgrade the network inside Tiger Stadium before the 2026 season. LSU President Wade Rousse joined Landry for the announcement. Rousse says when you have over 100,000 people in... Read More.

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.

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Caesars Superdome to host Hondo Rodeo Fest April 10-12

Incumbent U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy ramps up campaign ads attacking opponent Julia Letlow

Louisiana Senator Jay Morris files bill that would allow governor to remove judges and district attorneys

State of Louisiana experiencing drought conditions due to dry weather

AT&T announces $45 million upgrade to wireless service in LSU’s Tiger Stadium ahead of 2026 football season

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

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