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Louisiana kratom ban set to go into effect

Thursday, July 31 by Louisiana Radio Network

The herbal supplement kratom becomes illegal in Louisiana Aug. 1, thanks to Act 41 approved in the last legislative session. Kratom comes from a plant native to Southeast Asia and can cause psychosis at high doses. The bill’s author, Republican West Monroe Senator Jay... Read More.

Louisiana lawmakers voice opposition to LHSAA’s public-private school split athletic playoff, push for adoption of one-time transfer rule

Thursday, July 31 by Louisiana Radio Network

State lawmakers told LHSAA officials they are not fans of the public-private school split playoffs in high school sports, and they would like to see a one-time transfer rule adopted. In many cases, a high school student that transfers to another school must sit... Read More.

UL Lafayette President Dr. Joseph Savoie steps down after 17 years, will assume role as president emeritus

Thursday, July 31 by Louisiana Radio Network

Au revoir, President Savoie – after 17 years, UL Lafayette President Dr. Joseph Savoie is stepping down, with today being his last day. Communications Professor Philip Auter, the former faculty senate president, says Dr. Savoie was a very effective president. “He’s been very good with... Read More.

U.S. Department of Defense halts elimination of hurricane forecasting satellite data crucial to Gulf region

Wednesday, July 30 by Louisiana Radio Network

The U.S. Department of Defense announced it will not go through with a plan to cut hurricane forecasting satellite data. The information is used in both weather forecasting and U.S. Military operations but was facing termination due to cybersecurity concerns. LSU Public Health climatologist... Read More.

Northwestern State University is a major driver of economic growth in central and northwest Louisiana, study shows

Wednesday, July 30 by Louisiana Radio Network

A new study shows that Northwestern State is a major driver of economic growth in central and northwest Louisiana. President James Genovese says the study by labor market analytics firm Lightcast shows a total economic impact of almost $500 million. “We actually support 7,000 jobs.... Read More.

Governor Jeff Landry and Insurance Commissioner Tim Temple at odds over General Motors Insurance

Wednesday, July 30 by Louisiana Radio Network

Governor Jeff Landry has announced General Motors Insurance is a new company that can provide auto insurance in Louisiana. But Insurance Commissioner Tim Temple says GM National Insurance is not new and has been doing business in the state in 2006. Temple says they... Read More.

“Medicaid Millionaire”: Slidell resident Candace Taylor arrested after purchasing Lamborghini and plastic surgery while on government assistance

Wednesday, July 30 by Louisiana Radio Network

The Attorney General’s Office dubs her the “Medicaid Millionaire.” 35-year-old Candace Taylor of Slidell is facing charges for allegedly collecting government benefits, despite being very well-off financially. Investigators say Taylor intentionally misspelled her name as she applied for benefits, alleging that she was earning... Read More.

Governor Jeff Landry announces plans to overhaul Louisiana Office of Motor Vehicles driver’s license system

Wednesday, July 30 by Louisiana Radio Network

Governor Jeff Landry announced a partnership with a new software vendor to overhaul the state’s OMV system on his “Diner Days” podcast. OMV Commissioner Bryan Adams says the outdated system would frequently shut down, causing long lines, wasted resources and fraud. “It’s been a mess... Read More.

Southern Climate Impacts Planning Program study indicates an increase in humidity, especially in Louisiana

Tuesday, July 29 by Louisiana Radio Network

Louisiana is due for yet another hot and muggy week, and LSU Public Health Climatologist Barry Keim says it’s not just your imagination; according to a study from the Southern Climate Impacts Planning Program, it’s getting more humid. “If you’ve been going outside and it... Read More.

Number of Louisiana residents enrolled in Medicaid has fallen to lowest since 2023

Tuesday, July 29 by Louisiana Radio Network

According to the latest numbers from the Louisiana Department of Health, the number of Louisianans on Medicaid has fallen to pre-pandemic levels. As of June, about 1.6-million people in Louisiana receive their health care coverage from Medicaid – that’s down more than 20% from... Read More.

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Louisiana kratom ban set to go into effect

Louisiana lawmakers voice opposition to LHSAA’s public-private school split athletic playoff, push for adoption of one-time transfer rule

UL Lafayette President Dr. Joseph Savoie steps down after 17 years, will assume role as president emeritus

U.S. Department of Defense halts elimination of hurricane forecasting satellite data crucial to Gulf region

Northwestern State University is a major driver of economic growth in central and northwest Louisiana, study shows

Governor Jeff Landry and Insurance Commissioner Tim Temple at odds over General Motors Insurance

“Medicaid Millionaire”: Slidell resident Candace Taylor arrested after purchasing Lamborghini and plastic surgery while on government assistance

Governor Jeff Landry announces plans to overhaul Louisiana Office of Motor Vehicles driver’s license system

Southern Climate Impacts Planning Program study indicates an increase in humidity, especially in Louisiana

Number of Louisiana residents enrolled in Medicaid has fallen to lowest since 2023

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