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Governor Jeff Landry signs anti-grooming law to protect minors

Wednesday, June 18 by Louisiana Radio Network

Governor Jeff Landry has signed a new law criminalizing grooming, the act of building trust with minors to enable sexual abuse. The bill, authored by Marrero Senator Patrick Connick, was inspired by his daughter, Sarah Gioe, and her husband, Tim Gioe, who was abused... Read More.

Baseball: LSU Tigers defeat UCLA 9-5 in weather-delayed game, move into College World Series bracket final

Tuesday, June 17 by Louisiana Radio Network

LSU is 2-0 in the College World Series and one win away from the CWS championship series after beating UCLA 9-5 today. Before the game was suspended last night because of severe weather, LSU fell behind 3-0 in the first inning. The Tigers responded... Read More.

New Iberia State Senator Blake Miguez to run against incumbent Bill Cassidy for U.S. Senate seat in April 2026

Tuesday, June 17 by Louisiana Radio Network

You can add another name to the list of Republican primary challengers for Bill Cassidy’s U.S. Senate seat. New Iberia State Senator Blake Miguez has announced that he is entering the race. The 43-year-old has been in the legislature since 2015, first as a... Read More.

Don’t bet on it: Bill outlawing wagering on Louisiana election outcomes heads to Governor’s desk

Tuesday, June 17 by Louisiana Radio Network

Wanna bet that Jeff Landry will be re-elected governor in 2027? That’s not such a good idea, because it will now be against the law. Outlawing wagering on election outcomes is just one of several election-related bills passed by the legislature this past session.... Read More.

Cleco announces sale of the energy company

Tuesday, June 17 by Louisiana Radio Network

Cleco has begun the process of finding a new owner, notifying the Louisiana Public Service Commission (PSC) as required. This move was expected, as Cleco’s 2016 private equity buyout included plans for a future sale. Pineville Representative Mike Johnson says the announcement didn’t come... Read More.

“Operation Vape Out” results in 10 people arrested, over $1 million in illegal vape products seized in statewide multi-agency crackdown

Tuesday, June 17 by Louisiana Radio Network

Ten people are arrested, and more than $1 million worth of illegal vape products are seized in a statewide multi-agency vape crackdown. Ernest Legier, the commissioner of the Louisiana Office of Alcohol and Tobacco Control, says the operation involved 64 full-time employees, including 30... Read More.

Evangelist Jimmy Swaggart in critical condition following heart attack

Monday, June 16 by Louisiana Radio Network

Evangelist Jimmy Swaggart is fighting for his life after suffering a heart attack at his home yesterday. The 90-year-old from Ferriday is in intensive care at a Baton Rouge hospital. Swaggart is one of the most well-known televangelists and is the founder of Jimmy... Read More.

Lawmakers approve “One Door” system to streamline social services

Monday, June 16 by Louisiana Radio Network

State lawmakers have approved legislation to create a “One Door” system where Louisianians can access the most benefits. Representative Kim Carver says the Louisiana Workforce Commission (to be renamed Louisiana Works) would become the main public-facing agency for benefit access, the Department of Health... Read More.

LSU Baseball preparing to battle the Bruins in the College World Series

Sunday, June 15 by Louisiana Radio Network

After holding down one of the best offenses in college baseball to four hits on Saturday night, the Tigers face another good offensive team on Monday night in a winner’s bracket game. The 15th seeded UCLA Bruins have 650 hits on the season, which is... Read More.

Big wins for small businesses in the legislative session

Sunday, June 15 by Louisiana Radio Network

NFIB State Director Leah Long praised Louisiana lawmakers for passing several bills that benefit small businesses during the 2025 regular legislative session. Key victories include legal reforms aimed at reducing insurance costs through limits on damage awards, changes to injury assumptions, and revised rules... Read More.

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Governor Jeff Landry signs anti-grooming law to protect minors

Baseball: LSU Tigers defeat UCLA 9-5 in weather-delayed game, move into College World Series bracket final

New Iberia State Senator Blake Miguez to run against incumbent Bill Cassidy for U.S. Senate seat in April 2026

Don’t bet on it: Bill outlawing wagering on Louisiana election outcomes heads to Governor’s desk

Cleco announces sale of the energy company

“Operation Vape Out” results in 10 people arrested, over $1 million in illegal vape products seized in statewide multi-agency crackdown

Evangelist Jimmy Swaggart in critical condition following heart attack

LSU Baseball preparing to battle the Bruins in the College World Series

Big wins for small businesses in the legislative session

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