louisiana legal news

Ten Inmates Escape Orleans Justice Center Amid Security Concerns

News Summary On May 16, 2025, ten inmates escaped from the Orleans Justice Center, allegedly with inside assistance. A maintenance…

3 weeks ago

Louisiana House Approves Controversial Bill Banning DEI Programs

News Summary On May 19, 2025, the Louisiana House of Representatives passed House Bill 685, which aims to ban diversity,…

3 weeks ago

Advocates Rally for Restoration of Early Childhood Education Funding

News Summary On May 20, 2025, advocates gathered at the Louisiana State Capitol to demand the restoration of nearly $11…

3 weeks ago

Massive Jailbreak: Seven Armed Inmates Escape Orleans Parish Jail

News Summary In a stunning jailbreak early Friday, May 16, 2023, seven armed inmates escaped from the Orleans Parish Jail…

3 weeks ago

Louisiana Senate Advances Bill to Criminalize Kratom

News Summary The Louisiana Senate passed Senate Bill 154 (SB 154) to criminalize kratom, a plant with stimulant and opioid-like…

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Treasurer Accuses Louisiana Governor of Election Manipulation

News Summary In a bold move, Louisiana Treasurer John Fleming has accused Governor Jeff Landry of orchestrating a scheme to…

3 weeks ago

Louisiana House Passes Legislation Expanding Abortion Liability

News Summary The Louisiana House of Representatives has passed House Bill 575, expanding legal liability in abortion cases. The legislation…

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Voting Rights Groups Challenge Louisiana’s SB 436 Law

News Summary Voting rights organizations have filed a lawsuit against Louisiana's SB 436, a law that requires voters to provide…

3 weeks ago

Louisiana Treasurer Alleges Election Scheme Against Governor

News Summary Louisiana Treasurer John Fleming accused Governor Jeff Landry of planning a scheme to enable Congresswoman Julia Letlow to…

4 weeks ago

New Orleans Audit Questions Spending on Homeless Services

News Summary A recent audit by the Louisiana Legislative Auditor raises serious concerns about the financial management and transparency of…

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