State News

Lawmakers pass expanded abortion restriction aimed at out-of-state prescribers

Wednesday, June 11 by Louisiana Radio Network

Louisiana lawmakers have passed a bill expanding abortion restrictions by allowing lawsuits against out-of-state doctors and others who provide or facilitate abortion pills to Louisiana residents, even by mail. Louisiana Right to Life Policy Director Erica Inzina says the legislation responds to a case... Read More.

Lights, camera, action! New law could bring Hollywood South back

Wednesday, June 11 by Louisiana Radio Network

Louisiana’s film industry could see a revival following the passage of Senate Bill 232, which updates the state’s film incentive program. Film Louisiana President Jason Waggenspack says the new law removes outdated caps, including a $20 million limit on production costs and a $3... Read More.

LSU advances to Omaha with help of secret weapon

Tuesday, June 10 by Louisiana Radio Network

It turns out that LSU has had a secret weapon in their march to Omaha and the College World Series. Caden Templet, 7, of Covington is battling Burkitt’s lymphoma and was paired with the Tigers baseball team through Team IMPACT, which matches children facing serious... Read More.

$1.2 billion from Louisiana Revenue Stabilization Trust Fund earmarked to pay for statewide improvements, including roads and water systems

Tuesday, June 10 by Louisiana Radio Network

The Louisiana Legislature is expected to withdraw about $1.2 billion dollars from the Revenue Stabilization Trust Fund to pay for various projects. House Appropriations Chairman Jack McFarland says that includes about $709 million for shovel-ready road projects that will be completed within one year. “We... Read More.

“Shots” fired: Omaha restaurant continues yearly CWS Jell-O shot challenge, prepares for LSU fans

Tuesday, June 10 by Louisiana Radio Network

With LSU and their rabid fans headed to Omaha for the College World Series, one restaurant across the street from Charles Schwab Field is getting ready. Every year, Rocco’s Pizza and Cantina sells Jell-O shots in the colors of the eight participating teams for... Read More.

Leesville father arrested after child shoots another child

Tuesday, June 10 by Louisiana Radio Network

A Leesville man has been arrested and charged with second-degree cruelty to a juvenile after a shooting incident involving young children. On Sunday, the Vernon Parish Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of a 3-year-old being shot at 35-year-old Fernando Mejia’s residence on Joelee... Read More.