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New child passenger safety laws to take effect
New child passenger safety laws go into effect in Louisiana August 1st, when kids under 13 must ride in the back seat and more child safety seat and restraint laws will be enforced.
Edwards Hanging Out With Tigers & Saints Players During Campaign Season
A political analyst comments on Edwards doing activities w/ Drew Brees & LSU players - as well as his affiliation w/ Coach O - as he's running for re-election.
Governor Edwards signs legislation allowing beer and wine delivery to homes
The governor has signed into law a bill authored by Shreveport Representative Thomas Carmody allowing delivery services to bring low alcohol content beverages along with a food order to your front door.
Alleged burglar steals surveillance camera, but forgets to turn it off
A Haughton man was arrested after allegedly sneaking into a neighbor’s garage and stealing a number of items, including a live streaming surveillance camera that he forgot to turn off after the theft.
Drug, alcohol, and suicide deaths rising for young people
A Trust for America’s Health report shows a dramatic spike in deaths due to drug abuse and suicide over the last twenty years, particularly among young people.
DOTD moving forward with Lyft and Uber statewide framework regulation
The DOTD is in the process of establishing the rules to the issuance of permits for the statewide framework for rideshare services like Lyft and Uber.
Handheld Cell Phone Bill Ban Fails
Legislation to ban the handheld use of cellphones while behind the wheel is dead for the session.
AAA warns of “100 Deadliest Days” for drivers
AAA is warning drivers to be extra cautious on the roads this summer as teens off from school pack the roadways.
AAA warns of “100 Deadliest Days” for drivers
AAA is warning drivers to be extra cautious on the roads this summer as teens off from school pack the roadways.
How Will Crawfish Industry Be Affected By Opening Of Morganza Spillway?
With the opening of the Morganza Spillway on Sunday, the crawfish industry is going to be feeling the effect.
Bill To Ban Handheld Cell Phones Behind The Wheel Passes House
A bill banning drivers from holding their phone while behind the wheel is headed to the Senate after an at-times heated discussion on the House floor.
The Morganza Spillway Will Open
Governor John Bel Edwards has requested government assistance to aid in flooding relief.
25,000 acres of farmland expected to be destroyed if Morganza Spillway is opened
An estimated 25,000 acres of farmland is expected to be destroyed if the decision is made to open the Morganza Spillway in Pointe Coupee Parish.
Barge floodgate may be installed to combat backwater flooding if Morganza Spillway is opened
The Louisiana Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority may begin installing a temporary barge floodgate on Bayou Chene Tuesday.
Hemp/CBD legalization passes key committee
Legislation to legalize industrial hemp production and CBD oil in Louisiana cleared the Senate Ag Committee on a 5-2 vote, but with a catch.
Louisiana state parks are helping those with disabilities and special needs gain employment this summer
Louisiana state parks will be partnering with the Workforce Commission to hire people with disabilities and special needs to fill jobs for the summer season.
DCFS needs more families to take in foster teens
The Department of Children and Family Services is asking for more households to open their doors to teen foster kids as part of National Foster Care Month.
DCFS Secretary Marketa Garner Walters says teens can be some of the hardest foster system kids to find good homes for “about 20 percent of our kids in foster care are teenagers, but only about five percent of our foster homes request teens...
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Bill To Eliminate Inspection Sticker Passes House Committee
A state lawmaker is looking to eliminate inspection stickers because he says they do not make our roads any safer.
President Trump Visits Cameron Parish To Highlight Energy Sector Jobs
President Trump is visiting Cameron Parish at 2 pm today to tour Sempra Energy’s 10-billion dollar liquefied natural gas export facility and will highlight job growth in the energy sector.
WalletHub ranks Louisiana worst state for police officers
It’s National Police Week.