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Despite low vaccination rates in Louisiana, many bills to limit vaccine requirements have failed. Dozens of proposals from ultra-conservative lawmakers have died in the Legislature since the pandemic began, but many are preparing for another push, indicating the debate is far from over.
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BATON ROUGE, La. – Residents and businesses in eight Louisiana parishes impacted by Hurricane Francine can now apply for Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) to help recover lost income due to the storm. The Louisiana Workforce Commission (LWC) is accepting applications from those whose employment or self-employment was disrupted as a direct
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BATON ROUGE, La. – Governor Jeff Landry announced on Tuesday that the White House has granted Louisiana a major disaster declaration in the wake of Hurricane Francine. This declaration enables the state to access federal assistance, including temporary housing, home repairs, and low-cost loans to aid recovery efforts. The hurricane primarily
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BATON ROUGE, La. — Southeast Louisiana is grappling with widespread power outages after Hurricane Francine, which knocked out electricity to more than 390,000 homes and businesses. The storm landed in Terrebonne Parish late Wednesday afternoon, bringing fierce winds and torrential rain to an already storm-weary region. Francine, initially classified as
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BATON ROUGE, La. — Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry has issued a statewide emergency declaration in anticipation of Hurricane Francine, set to make landfall soon. This declaration allows officials to swiftly mobilize resources to protect residents and minimize damage. During a press conference, Gov. Landry stressed the importance of staying prepared. "
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BATON ROUGE, La. — National Urban League President Mark Morial strongly criticized Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry today for his recent executive order banning the teaching of critical race theory (CRT) in K-12 schools across the state. In a statement, Morial, a former mayor of New Orleans, accused Landry of attempting to
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The ban has sparked significant backlash from educators, civil rights groups, and some lawmakers who argue that the executive order stifles critical discussions about race and history in the classroom.
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The Louisiana Department of Revenue (LDR) has sent out notices to 18,801 taxpayers—both individuals and businesses—alerting them that their refunds, totaling $9,344,916, will be transferred to the Unclaimed Property Division of the state treasurer’s office if not claimed by the deadline.
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Since 2022, a grand total of 48 non-citizens have been removed from Louisiana’s voter rolls—so, clearly, this is a massive issue worth prioritizing. Still, the governor’s office is committed to doubling down on these efforts, because why not fix something that’s not broken?
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Gov. Landry pointed to other states facing similar issues, mentioning Virginia’s recent removal of 6,000 noncitizens from their voter rolls. "This shows the problem is real and nationwide," he said. "Louisiana will not be left vulnerable to such risks."
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The Louisiana Board of Elementary and Secondary Education (BESE) has unanimously approved new policies aimed at enhancing classroom instruction by curbing student disruptions and reducing redundant teacher training. These initiatives stem from recommendations made by the "Let Teachers Teach" workgroup, a statewide effort focused on creating a more
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The lawsuit, initiated in June by a group of parents representing various religious backgrounds, contends that the new law violates the First Amendment’s prohibition against government establishment of religion and its guarantee of religious freedom.
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BATON ROUGE, La. — Louisiana taxpayers have until September 6, 2024, to claim millions of dollars in state tax refunds before they are transferred to the Unclaimed Property Division of the state treasurer's office. The Louisiana Department of Revenue (LDR) has sent Notice of Unclaimed Property letters to 18,
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Louisiana law requires public servants to disclose complimentary lodging, transportation, and admission. Flights related to campaigns or official business must be disclosed, said Kathleen Allen, the state's Ethics Administrator.
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U.S. District Court Judge John deGravelles, appointed by former President Barack Obama, will decide on the injunction. If granted, it will prevent the displays from being posted as the new school year begins.
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Governor Landry signed an executive order following the storm's impact as it moved from Texas into western Louisiana on Monday, July 8. The storm's outer bands unleashed torrential rains and high winds, resulting in one fatality, and extensive damage to homes and businesses.