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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.

According to a recent Gallup poll, consumption of alcohol by Americans is at a record low of 54%

Friday, August 15 by Louisiana Radio Network

A Gallup poll finds 54% of Americans drink alcohol, which is a record low percentage. LSU Health New Orleans physiology professor Nick Gilpin says more Americans are understanding the health hazards that come with consuming one or two drinks a day. “We’re doing a little... Read More.

U.S. 5th Circuit Court of Appeals rules that Louisiana’s legislative district map violates federal Voting Rights Act, discriminates against Black voters

Friday, August 15 by Louisiana Radio Network

A panel of judges on the U.S. 5th Circuit Court of Appeals has ruled that Louisiana’s legislative district map violates the federal Voting Rights Act. Political analyst Scott Hughes says the panel and a state judge in Baton Rouge both agree that the map approved... Read More.

Funeral for Baton Rouge Police Sgt. Caleb Eisworth, who died in the line of duty, to take place Saturday

Friday, August 15 by Louisiana Radio Network

Baton Rouge Police Sgt. Caleb Eisworth will be laid to rest Saturday. He is the 13th Baton Rouge Police Officer to die in the line of duty. In June, the driver of a truck allegedly intentionally hit Sgt Eisworth’s motorcycle. He died in the... Read More.

Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill, citing inadequate safety measures against sex predators, to pursue lawsuit against popular gaming site Roblox

Thursday, August 14 by Louisiana Radio Network

Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill has filed child protection lawsuit against a popular online gaming site that she says is overrun with harmful content and child predators. “I’m announcing today a lawsuit against Roblox, the No. 1 gaming site for children and teens. It’s also... Read More.

Entergy offering residential customers up to two smart thermostats at no cost until the end of August or while supplies last

Thursday, August 14 by Louisiana Radio Network

Entergy is offering its residential customers the opportunity to receive up to two smart thermostats at no cost. There are no promo codes or rebate forms. Heather LeBlanc with Entergy says the smart thermostats efficiently manage energy by learning temperature preferences, usage habits and... Read More.

Man accused in hit-and-run crash that killed 6-year-old boy arrested by Slidell Police

Thursday, August 14 by Louisiana Radio Network

A six-year-old Slidell boy is dead after he was hit by an SUV while riding his scooter. St. Tammany Parish Sheriff deputies say the driver of the SUV kept going and has been charged with vehicular homicide, reckless operation, felony hit-and-run and operating a... Read More.

Cases of Vibrio vulnificus, a deadly flesh-eating bacteria, are on the rise in Louisiana

Thursday, August 14 by Louisiana Radio Network

Louisiana is seeing an increase in the number of people infected with Vibrio vulnificus, commonly called flesh-eating bacteria. State epidemiologist, Theresa Sokol says typically, at this time of year, we see less than ten cases but so far this year, 20 people have been... Read More.

“Sponsor A Highway” program aims to obtain sponsorships from businesses to support litter removal along Louisiana highways

Thursday, August 14 by Louisiana Radio Network

The state department of transportation is starting a new program that will allow businesses to get involved in cleaning up the litter along state highways. It’s called “Sponsor A Highway.” DOTD spokesperson Rodney Mallett says local businesses can sponsor one-mile segments of a highway... Read More.

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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

According to a recent Gallup poll, consumption of alcohol by Americans is at a record low of 54%

U.S. 5th Circuit Court of Appeals rules that Louisiana’s legislative district map violates federal Voting Rights Act, discriminates against Black voters

Funeral for Baton Rouge Police Sgt. Caleb Eisworth, who died in the line of duty, to take place Saturday

Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill, citing inadequate safety measures against sex predators, to pursue lawsuit against popular gaming site Roblox

Entergy offering residential customers up to two smart thermostats at no cost until the end of August or while supplies last

Man accused in hit-and-run crash that killed 6-year-old boy arrested by Slidell Police

Cases of Vibrio vulnificus, a deadly flesh-eating bacteria, are on the rise in Louisiana

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