Louisiana News

Louisiana Launches New Incentive Program for SNAP Shoppers

News Summary Louisiana has introduced a new incentive program to encourage healthier eating among SNAP recipients. Starting April 14, participants…

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Visa Woes Hit International Students in Louisiana Universities

News Summary International students in Louisiana face uncertainty as visa revocations under Trump’s immigration policy affect sixteen students from local…

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Louisiana Communities Invited to Apply for Cultural Districts Program

News Summary Louisiana towns can soon showcase their cultural identities as the Louisiana Office of Cultural Development opens the application…

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Louisiana Lawmakers Take Action on Rising Auto Insurance Rates

News Summary In Louisiana, lawmakers are advancing bills aimed at addressing soaring auto insurance rates. Key measures include limiting awards…

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Baton Rouge Legislators Address Kratom Regulation

News Summary In Baton Rouge, Louisiana, lawmakers are debating the regulation of kratom, an herbal substance sold widely over-the-counter. Two…

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Lumen Technologies Donates Buildings to ULM

News Summary Lumen Technologies has gifted its Center of Excellence buildings to the University of Louisiana at Monroe. This significant…

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New Orleans Lawmakers Protest Immigrant Detention Over Political Expression

News Summary On April 22, 2025, lawmakers in New Orleans rallied outside an ICE detention facility to protest the Trump…

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Louisiana Sugar Cane Industry Thrives Amid Tariff Concerns

News Summary The sugar cane industry in Louisiana is experiencing significant growth, becoming the largest cane sugar-producing state in the…

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Federal Judge Orders Transfer of Pro-Palestine Student

News Summary A federal judge has mandated the transfer of Rumeysa Ozturk, a detained Turkish student supportive of Palestine, from…

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Changes Announced in Louisiana’s Health Department Initiatives

News Summary Louisiana's newly appointed Secretary of Health, Bruce Greenstein, introduces major initiatives aimed at improving healthcare. Key focuses include…

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