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Proposal to Outlaw Handing Money to Homeless from Vehicles Gains Traction
BATON ROUGE, La. - A proposal aiming to criminalize the act of giving money to homeless individuals from vehicles has advanced halfway...
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Louisiana Lawmakers Push for Ten Commandments in Public Schools Despite Constitutional Concerns
Louisiana lawmakers are advocating for the display of the Ten Commandments in all public school classrooms, a contentious move that...
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Louisiana Legislators Rock the Stage with More Juvenile Justice Facilities, But Where's the Rehabilitation Tune?
BATON ROUGE, La. — Louisiana legislators are making strides to invest in more juvenile justice facilities, yet the harmony of...
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Louisiana Democrats Criticize Landry's Stance on LSU Lady Tigers Basketball Anthem Protest
MONROE, La. - The Louisiana Democratic Party has responded to Governor Jeff Landry's recent comments regarding the LSU Lady Tigers...
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Proposed Louisiana Bill for TOPS Recipients' Post-Graduation Residency Withdrawn from Senate
BATON ROUGE - A proposed bill in the Louisiana Senate aimed at mandating post-graduation residency for recipients of the state's Tuition...
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Louisiana Advances Bill Requiring Traffic Cameras to Capture Driver Images
BATON ROUGE, La. - Louisiana lawmakers are pushing forward a bill that could overhaul the state's traffic camera systems, requiring them...
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Historic Victory: Henry Whitehorn Elected First Black Sheriff of Caddo Parish
SHREVEPORT, La. — In a historic turn of events, Henry Whitehorn has clinched the position of sheriff in Caddo Parish, Louisiana,...
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Louisiana Grapples with Soaring Gas Prices Amid Global Energy Uncertainty
Gasoline prices in Louisiana have surged by 9 cents per gallon over the past week, marking the highest increase since October 2023,...
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Louisiana Democrats Face Crucial Decision Amidst Progressive Challenge to Party Leadership
In the pulsating heart of Louisiana's political arena, a seismic shift is underway as progressive forces mount a formidable challenge to...
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Louisiana Lawmakers Reject Liability Shield for Vaccine Mandates
In a contentious session marked by competing interests, Louisiana legislators voted down a bill aimed at shielding businesses and schools...
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Louisiana GOP-Led Legislature Proceeds Amid Concerns Over Inclusion of Legislative Black Caucus: Challenges for African American and Minority Communities
BATON ROUGE, La. — Louisiana's GOP-dominated Legislature, now under new Republican leadership, convened at the Capitol Monday for a...
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Louisiana Rescinds Mandatory FAFSA Completion for High School Graduation
Louisiana has made history by becoming the first state to eliminate the requirement for public high school students to complete the Free...
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Governor Jeff Landry Charts Path to Prosperity for Louisiana: Fiscal Responsibility, Educational Reform, and Economic Growth at the Forefront
Baton Rouge, LA — In his address before the Louisiana legislature, Governor Jeff Landry unveiled an ambitious blueprint aimed at tackling...
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Louisiana National Guard Mobilizes for Operation Lone Star to Bolster Texas Border Security
BATON ROUGE, La. — Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry signed House Bill 19 into law authorizing the mobilization of the Louisiana National...
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Louisiana Governor and GOP Leaders Eye Revised Constitution Alongside Presidential Election
BATON ROUGE, La. — Governor Jeff Landry and Republican legislative leaders are aiming to present Louisiana voters with a streamlined...
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Louisiana Senator Proposes Statewide Ban on Traffic Enforcement Cameras
Seabaugh criticizes traffic camera revenue distribution, citing concerns over citizen rights and local judicial support NEW ORLEANS —...
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Voter Registration Trends Shift Ahead of March 23 Presidential Primaries
BATON ROUGE - Louisiana is witnessing a notable shift in voter registration preferences, particularly in East Baton Rouge Parish, where...
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Louisiana Governor Signs Controversial Criminal Justice Reforms
Black Caucus concerned reforms may exacerbate existing disparities and injustices faced by marginalized groups BATON ROUGE, La. - In a...
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Louisiana Legislature Passes Sweeping Criminal Justice Bills: Impact on African American Communities
By Alvis Taylor BATON ROUGE, La. — In a bold move, the Louisiana Legislature has approved a series of far-reaching criminal justice...
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Louisiana Senate Committee Rejects HB22 Proposing Second Black Majority District
BATON ROUGE, La. - A pivotal bill aimed at creating a second Black majority district within the Louisiana Supreme Court map faced a...
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