50 Cent champions Louisiana film industry as tax credits survive Senate vote
Cent celebrated a crucial win as the state's Senate Committee voted to preserve film and television tax incentives.
Early voting period begins November 22 in Louisiana
Early voting will take place from Friday, Nov. 22 to Saturday, Nov. 30. The polls will be open from 8:30 a.m. until 6 p.m.
Judge blocks Louisiana 10 Commandments law
U.S. District Judge John deGravelles ruled that a law ordering schools to display the Ten Commandments in classrooms was unconstitutional
HEART OF LOUISIANA: Jim Bowie
Frontiersman Jim Bowie, who was born in Kentucky and died at the Alamo, actually became famous during the years he spent growing up, working, and fighting in Louisiana.
Ethics charges settled for two former Baton Rouge charter officials, but third still fighting
The Louisiana Board of Ethics has approved settlements with two former board members of GEO Academies EBR. A third former board member still is fighting ethics charges.
What’s Connecticut’s scariest road? And where does it rank nationally?
Ever feel uneasy walking down a dimly-lit road or driving past a winding trail at midnight? What if it was infamous for ghostly or supernatural sightings, too?
Louisiana ranked second in nation in 2023 for greenhouse gas emissions from major industries
Despite small reduction, Louisiana industries released more greenhouse gases linked to climate change in 2023 than all states except Texas.
Illegal with ‘aggressive, drug-resistant’ form of TB released after making contact with ‘hundreds of detainees’, state sues
Louisiana is suing DHS and other agencies after an illegal Chinese immigrant potentially exposed hundreds to a rare TB strain.
Meet the candidates running to represent Louisiana's new majority-Black district
There’s a new congressional district in Louisiana that could help shape the balance of power in Washington this year. The state created the new 6th Congressional District after it was ordered to add a second majority Black district to the election map.
Amir Abdur-Rahim remembered as 'everything that was good with college basketball'
Rahim's life is remembered by the coaches who knew him best. 'What makes you sick is ... he had the world by his hands."
Live: High school football scores in the Lafayette area and south Louisiana for Week 8
Barbe defender jack Sonnier (6) tackles Southside running back Ramon Singleton (9) during their high school football game at Comeaux High School on Thursday, October 3, 2024 in Lafayette, La..
It's so dry in part of Louisiana that mechanical trouble started 'numerous wildfires'
A motor vehicle with mechanical problems sparked a series of fires along La. 67 in Clinton, state forestry officials said Friday. State forestry firefighters and local fire departments — including some from Mississippi — had to be called in to battle "numerous wildfires" reported along La. 67 on Tuesday, forestry officials said.
Who? Who? South Louisiana Community College reveals new mascot
Owls are known across cultures as symbols of intelligence, and learning — qualities that school leaders say align beautifully with SoLAcc’s students.
Louisiana Supreme Court reinstates jury's conspiracy conviction of Carlos Toby in Lafayette boxer's murder
The Louisiana Supreme Court has reversed the ruling of the Third Circuit Court of Appeal that Carlos Toby should be acquitted of a conspiracy charge in
In coastal Louisiana, a sacred mound is returned to the Native American tribe who built it
The Atakapa-Ishak/Chawasha tribe views the land’s rematriation as a joyous occasion — even though it’s disappearing due to coastal land loss.
Louisiana earns recognition as Hidden Heroes state
Special to the American Press Gov. Jeff Landry had pledged support for the more than 100,000 military and veteran caregivers in the state by joining the Elizabeth Dole Foundation’s Hidden Heroes Campaign,
Clay Higgins Built His Brand on Law and Order. He Pals Around With a Man Guilty of Incest.
A Mother Jones investigation has revealed troubling connections between the Louisiana Republican congressman and fellow former cops accused of severe misconduct.
Louisiana expects $595 million surplus, but it won’t help with looming budget crisis
Louisiana is projected to have tens of millions of extra dollars to spend after the state ended its last budget year with a $590 million surplus, according to the latest calculation.
Louisiana trooper charged in Ronald Greene's death will plead guilty, DA confirms
Kory York, a retired Louisiana State Police trooper, is expected to plead guilty on Monday in a deal with District Attorney John Belton's office over the 2019 roadway death of Ronald Greene, who had been beaten,
These tiny insects have been tearing up Louisiana trees. Homeowners may also be at risk.
The pine bark beetle has been attacking trees weakened by the 2023 drought. The state is looking into ways to address the problem.
Explore Louisiana Announces 2025 Year of Food at New York City Wine & Food Festival
James Beard-nominated Chef Girouard was paired with Michelin-starred Chef John Fraser of the Wall Street Hotel in Manhattan to create a stunning brunch menu inspired by the flavors and fresh seafood of Louisiana. The brunch was held Sunday at La Marchande – a modernized French restaurant in Manhattan.
Fambrough: About big games, a beloved coach, things on my mind. Welcome to Week 8
Week 8 football ushers in a series of big games. It also accents memories of a special coach. Eight-man football. Changes in society and sports also offer food for thought.,
Louisiana child with sickle cell gets surprise of a lifetime: Taylor Swift Eras Tour tickets
The 12-year-old has been hospitalized more than 20 times. Now she'll get to see her favorite artist from a suite in the Superdome. Here's how it happened.
Louisiana elderly numbers increasing with big impacts possible for taxpayers
Data from the U.S. Census Bureau shows the number of people who are elderly is growing at a faster pace than the rest of the population.
Louisiana wants to keep tuberculosis-exposed ICE detainees locked up to reduce risk
BATON ROUGE, La. (Louisiana Illuminator) – Attorney General Liz Murrill is suing the federal government to keep people at two detention facilities in Louisiana locked up beyond the period they can be held in Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE ...
Decision on Louisiana Ten Commandments law due by Nov. 15
A federal judge will decide by Nov. 15 whether to temporarily block a Louisiana law requiring classroom displays of the Ten Commandments.
Louisiana's Todd Graves dives into ABC's 'Shark Tank' on Friday, but will he make any deals?
Louisiana's chicken finger king Todd Graves takes a white cushy office chair on ABC's "Shark Tank" for the first time at 7 p.m. Friday. The episode will be available on Hulu the following day.
Which Taylor Swift era are you? Pick your favorite Louisiana food, celebs, more to find out.
Midnights? 1989? Lover? Reputation? Whether you are a Swiftie or not, you might learn something about yourself taking this quiz lol 💖
Louisiana AG sues Mayorkas over alleged mishandling of Chinese migrant with rare tuberculosis strain
The unnamed migrant, referred to as "Patient 0," was first reported to Louisiana officials on Oct. 9, where it was disclosed the Chinese national had a rare, aggressive, and drug-resistant form of the disease.
How tiny Bermuda influences prices of Louisiana home insurance: 'A slow-moving catastrophe'
In the evening, BBC coverage of Milton played nonstop on the TV at the hotel bar. Louisiana’s Insurance Commissioner Tim Temple, 1,500 miles away from home, mingled among the suits. He was there to make a plaintive but urgent pitch. As Milton neared ...
'Most important in our lifetime': Huge numbers of early voters are turning out in Louisiana
In a consequential election season, thousands of Louisianans are making sure to cast their ballots during early voting.
Louisiana’s public colleges ask state for more funding despite possible cuts
The Board of Regents, which oversees Louisiana’s public colleges and universities, is asking the state for an additional $142.3 million next fiscal year. If granted by the state, the money would bring higher education’s total state funding to $1.46 billion.
Whitehouse’s Navarro places 11th in Louisiana tournament
Former Whitehouse Lady Cat Aly Navarro finished in 11th place at the Bash at the Bend at the Cypress Bend Golf Resort in Many, Louisiana.
Livingston's Munson finishes 14th in Louisiana tournament
Former Livingston Lion Brandon Munson recprded a top 15 finish for Texas Lutheran in a golf tournament at Cypress Bend Resort in Louisiana.
Louisiana actress Brooke Hoover returns to 'What Would You Do?' for third time tonight
After a 12-year gap, Baton Rouge native Brooke Hoover makes her third appearance on ABC's "What Would You Do?" at 9 p.m. Wednesday. Hosted by ABC News' John Quiñones, the series, in its 17th season, takes cameras across America, creating controversial situations using paid actors, to see how unknowing onlookers will react.
Louisiana AG sues Biden administration after Chinese migrant with ‘rare, aggressive and drug-resistant’ tuberculosis entered US
The lawsuit seeks to prevent federal immigration officials from releasing “potentially infected detainees” that came in contact with the Chinese national – who has a “rare, aggressive, and