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Acclaimed Northwestern State University football coach Sam Goodwin passes away at 82

Thursday, March 26 by Louisiana Radio Network

The winningest football coach in Northwestern State history has died. Sam Goodwin, who led the Demons to 102 wins from 1983 through 1999, died last Friday at the age of 82. Former Northwestern State Sports Information Director Doug Ireland says during those 17 seasons,... Read More.

Legislation to create recreational alligator hunting season approved by Louisiana Senate, heads to House for review

Thursday, March 26 by Louisiana Radio Network

Legislation continues to move through the state capitol that would allow for the Louisiana Wildlife Commission to establish rules and regulations for a recreational alligator hunting season. The Louisiana Senate unanimously approved the bill by Franklin Senator Robert Allain, who says the alligator population... Read More.

Louisiana Senate advances legislation empowering lawmakers to remove unfit elected judges from office

Thursday, March 26 by Louisiana Radio Network

A Senate committee approves legislation that gives lawmakers the ability to remove judges for malfeasance, gross misconduct or incompetence. Monroe Senator Jay Morris says there have been too many instances, particularly in Orleans Parish, where repeat offenders are committing violent crimes. "This bill is not... Read More.

Former Rapides Parish Sheriff William Earl Hilton killed in hit-and-run; suspect from Pollock faces first-degree murder

Thursday, March 26 by Louisiana Radio Network

Rapides Parish remains in shock over the tragic death of former longtime sheriff William Earl Hilton who was killed in what investigators are calling an hit and run. Current Sheriff Mark Wood says 53-year-old Ladonna Delrie of Pollock ran over Hilton after the former... Read More.

Louisiana lawmaker withdraws proposed bill to allow guns on college campuses

Thursday, March 26 by Louisiana Radio Network

Being able to legally carry guns on college campuses will have to wait at least another year. Oil City Representative Danny McCormick has withdrawn his bill that would have allowed anyone 18 or older to carry a gun on a public or private college... Read More.

As Louisiana reaches peak allergy season, treatment options are readily available

Thursday, March 26 by Louisiana Radio Network

If you've found yourself sneezing non-stop throughout the day to the point that your co-worker in the cubicle next to you is on the verge of calling HR, you're actually in good company. Ochsner Health Immunologist Dr. John Carlson says we're in the height... Read More.

Senator Bill Cassidy declines invite to debate Julia Letlow and John Fleming on The Moon Griffon Show radio program

Thursday, March 26 by Louisiana Radio Network

Senator Bill Cassidy has declined talk show host Moon Griffon's invitation to participate in a debate involving his two most formidable challengers to his re-election chances. John Fleming and Julia Letlow plan on attending the April 28th debate from 9 to 11 AM on... Read More.

Louisiana lawmakers advance bill aimed at banning sports bettors who harass college athletes

Thursday, March 26 by Louisiana Radio Network

State lawmakers have started to advance legislation that would allow the Louisiana Gaming Control Board to set up a rule where they can ban a person from placing sports bets in Louisiana if they harass a college athlete. Leesville Senator Mike Reese says a... Read More.

Louisiana lawmakers advance bill aimed at banning sports bettors who harass college athletes

Wednesday, March 25 by Louisiana Radio Network

State lawmakers have started to advance legislation that would allow the Louisiana Gaming Control Board to set up a rule where they can ban a person from placing sports bets in Louisiana if they harass a college athlete. Leesville Senator Mike Reese says a... Read More.

Louisiana Senate advances legislation empowering lawmakers to remove unfit elected judges from office

Wednesday, March 25 by Louisiana Radio Network

A Senate committee approves legislation that gives lawmakers the ability to remove judges for malfeasance, gross misconduct or incompetence. Monroe Senator Jay Morris says there have been too many instances, particularly in Orleans Parish, where repeat offenders are committing violent crimes. "This bill is not... Read More.

Acclaimed Northwestern State University football coach Sam Goodwin passes away at 82

Legislation to create recreational alligator hunting season approved by Louisiana Senate, heads to House for review

Louisiana Senate advances legislation empowering lawmakers to remove unfit elected judges from office

Former Rapides Parish Sheriff William Earl Hilton killed in hit-and-run; suspect from Pollock faces first-degree murder

Louisiana lawmaker withdraws proposed bill to allow guns on college campuses

As Louisiana reaches peak allergy season, treatment options are readily available

Senator Bill Cassidy declines invite to debate Julia Letlow and John Fleming on The Moon Griffon Show radio program

Louisiana lawmakers advance bill aimed at banning sports bettors who harass college athletes

Louisiana lawmakers advance bill aimed at banning sports bettors who harass college athletes

Louisiana Senate advances legislation empowering lawmakers to remove unfit elected judges from office

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