Louisiana News
New Orleans Faces Tensions as Trump Appoints Sheahan
News Summary President Trump has appointed Madison Sheahan as the new deputy director for ICE, as Louisiana intensifies its crackdown…
New Seafood Labeling Law in Louisiana Aims to Protect Consumers
News Summary A new seafood labeling law in Louisiana, effective September 1, 2019, mandates restaurants to disclose if shrimp and…
Morehouse Parish Launches Bayou Galion Solar Project
News Summary The Bayou Galion Solar Project has officially begun operations in Morehouse Parish, Louisiana, with a capacity of 127…
Louisiana’s Insurance Market Faces Scrutiny Amid Reforms
News Summary As Louisiana's 2024 legislative reforms aim to ease the burden of rising insurance costs for homeowners and drivers,…
Super Bowl LIX Boosts New Orleans’ Economy
News Summary New Orleans is bracing for a major economic influx as it prepares to host Super Bowl LIX, drawing…
Sarah Bairstow Takes VP Role at Woodside Energy Amid LNG Growth
News Summary Woodside Energy has appointed Sarah Bairstow as Vice President for its Louisiana LNG project, following her tenure at…
Louisiana National Guard’s 256th Infantry Brigade Deployment Ceremony
News Summary On April 13, 2025, Lafayette honored approximately 700 soldiers from the Louisiana National Guard's 256th Infantry Brigade Combat…
International Students in Louisiana Face Visa Revocations
News Summary A number of international students in Louisiana are facing sudden visa revocations amid a nationwide crackdown targeting foreign-born…
Louisiana Lawmakers Address Rising Auto Insurance Rates
News Summary Louisiana lawmakers are pushing forward with tort reform bills to tackle soaring auto insurance rates. Key proposals include…
Louisiana Faces Tourism Crisis as Canadian Travelers Cancel Plans
News Summary Louisiana is experiencing a significant decline in tourism due to Canadian travelers canceling their plans amid heightened political…