Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry has sparked controversy with his proposal to erect a statue of Charlie Kirk at Louisiana State University (LSU). Kirk, a conservative commentator, was tragically assassinated while speaking at Utah Valley University. Landry claims this statue would celebrate free speech, but many see it as a political maneuver. Kirk never studied at LS...
In Louisiana, a fun day at the Harvest Festival turned scary when two young girls were hurt in a Ferris wheel accident. One girl ended up with broken bones, and the other might have a serious head injury. It happened around noon on Saturday, and people who saw it said the Ferris wheel got stuck at an angle, causing the girls to fall out. One witness, Ronald Brasseaux...
Scott Woodward, the athletic director at LSU, is no longer in his position. This decision came after Louisiana's governor made it clear that Woodward wouldn't be involved in hiring the next football coach. The interim athletic director is now Verge Ausberry, who was previously the executive deputy AD. The school's board chair, Scott Ballard, thanked Woodward for his...
Dustin Poirier, a seasoned MMA fighter, is all set to hang up his gloves after UFC 318. This event, happening in New Orleans, is a big deal for him as it's his home turf. He's facing Max Holloway, a tough competitor he's beaten twice before. Poirier's journey in MMA started way back in 2007 as an amateur and turned pro in 2009. Fighting has been a huge part of his l...
A recent decision by a federal appeals court has put a halt to a Louisiana law that aimed to display the Ten Commandments in every public school classroom across the state. This ruling has sparked a heated debate between those who advocate for the separation of church and state and those who believe the commandments have a historical and educational value. The court...
A recent decision by a panel of three federal judges has struck down a Louisiana law that aimed to display the Ten Commandments in every public school classroom across the state. This ruling is a significant victory for groups advocating for the separation of church and state. They argue that such a mandate would not only violate constitutional principles but also po...
Kathleen Blanco made history as the first and only woman to be elected as Louisiana's governor. Her time in office was marked by significant challenges, particularly the catastrophic Hurricane Katrina. This storm became a defining moment of her governorship, earning her the nickname "Katrina governor. " She worked closely with then-President George Bush to manage the...
The Mississippi River is a powerful force. It has shaped the landscape of Louisiana for thousands of years. Now, there is a plan to use this power to build new land and protect the state's coast. This plan is called river diversion. It involves redirecting some of the river's water and sediment to create new land. This is a big deal because Louisiana is losing l...
The current Pope, Leo XIV, has roots that go deep into Louisiana's rich and complex history. His family tree reveals ties to the Creole community, a group known for their mixed heritage and significant influence in the region. This connection highlights the intricate web of race and class that has shaped American society. The discovery of Pope Leo's Creole ancestry ...
Louisiana is currently grappling with a significant increase in whooping cough cases. This respiratory illness, caused by the bacterium Bordetella pertussis, is making a comeback. The numbers are alarming. In just the first four months of 2025, there were 164 reported cases. This is more than the total number of cases reported in all of 2024, which was 153. This surg...