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Essential Workers Added to Louisiana’s Vaccine Access List
The new rules take effect Monday and include workers at grocery store workers, IT workers, clergy, postal workers, those in the hotel industry, manufacturing, and many more.
Former LSU President F. King Alexander Placed on Probation by Oregon State
Oregon State’s board of trustees placed president F. King Alexander on an over 10-week long probation for his role in handling sexual misconduct complaints while he was at LSU.
April Retrial Date for Man Who Killed ex-Saints Star Smith
A new trial date of April 4 has been set for the man who killed ex-NFL star Will Smith in New Orleans in 2016 following a confrontation over a traffic crash.
Man Charged with Killing 8 People at Georgia Massage Parlors
Authorities have arrested 21-year-old Robert Aaron Long in the shootings at massage parlors in Atlanta and one in Cherokee County. He's been charged with eight counts of murder.
Major Street Project to Begin in New Orleans’ French Quarter
Some residents in New Orleans' French Quarter can expect noise and shaking as the city embarks on a major street project.
Louisiana Officials Warn of Imposter Motor Vehicle Websites
Officials are warning Louisiana residents about third-party websites that overcharge for vehicle registration services and gather personal data and credit card information.
Governments Redefine ‘Public’ Access During COVID Pandemic
The coronavirus pandemic is redefining the way the American public interacts with its government.
Baton Rouge Council Rejects Changes to Sterling Settlement
Lawyers representing Alton Sterling’s five children have unsuccessfully argued for a quicker payout of a proposed $4.5 million settlement of their wrongful death lawsuit against the city-parish.
Biden Signs $1.9T Relief Bill Before Speech to Nation
President Joe Biden signed into law the $1.9 trillion relief package that he says will help the U.S. defeat the coronavirus and nurse the economy back to health.
Music? Yes. Dancing? No, as New Orleans Eases Virus Rules
Entertainment venues in New Orleans have been given permission to start hosting live music again starting this weekend, but under strict regulations.
Congress OKs $1.9T Virus Relief Bill in Win for Biden, Dems
Congress has sent President Joe Biden the landmark $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief bill.
Audit Calls for More Oversight of Louisiana Massage Industry
An audit of Louisiana’s massage therapy industry is alleging that the state’s regulatory board failed to provide adequate oversight to ensure that businesses weren't offering sexual services and also dismissed complaints of harassment and signs of human trafficking.
Biden Declares Major Disaster in Louisiana after Ice Storm
The move announced Tuesday frees up federal recovery assistance for certain parishes.
CDC: Fully-Vaccinated People Can Gather Without Masks
About 30 million Americans or only about 9% of the U.S. population have been fully vaccinated
Senate Passes $1.9T Virus Relief Bill
The bill provides direct payments of up to $1,400 for most Americans and extended emergency unemployment benefits.
Louisiana State University Board Settles $810 Million Energy Deal
The deal involves LSU paying $27 million a year.
Officer Fatally Shot Outside New Orleans High School Game
A suspect was quickly arrested.
Louisiana Senate Leader Wants Voting Machine Search Scrapped
Sen. Sharon Hewitt is calling on Secretary of State Kyle Ardoin to jettison his search for new voting machines and redo the effort after seeking more guidance from lawmakers, election experts and the public.
Edwards’ State Budget Proposal to Feature Teacher Pay Raise & No Cuts
Gov. John Bel Edwards has kicked off Louisiana’s annual budget negotiations with lawmakers by suggesting a more than $36 billion spending plan for next year.
New Orleans Relaxing COVID-Pandemic Restrictions as Numbers Fall
New Orleans' mayor says coronavirus pandemic restrictions are being relaxed. It started at 6 a.m. Friday.