Louisiana's early voting got a temporary pause on Monday, January 26, thanks to some nasty winter weather. Governor Jeff Landry called it off, and the Secretary of State’s Office shut down too. But don’t worry, voting picked back up on Tuesday, January 27, at 8:30 a. m. This whole thing is for the
Louisiana is known for its warm, humid climate, but lately, it's been feeling more like winter than usual. After a stretch of warm days, temperatures suddenly dropped, catching many off guard. This chill is expected to stick around for a while, with overnight temperatures potentially dipping near fr
Louisiana saw some good news in 2025. Crime rates went down in many cities. New Orleans had fewer murders. There were 121 in 2025, down from 125 in 2024. That's a 3% drop. But the big news is that murders are down 55% from three years ago. That's a huge improvement. Shreveport also saw a big drop.
Louisiana's Carnival season is a time of joy, tradition, and indulgence. It's a period that starts right after the New Year and goes until Fat Tuesday. This is a time when people in Louisiana and visitors from all over come together to celebrate. They enjoy big parades, fancy balls, and lots of deli
New Orleans is about to get a boost in security. The Pentagon is sending 350 National Guard troops to the city. They will be there until the end of February. Their main goal? To help fight crime and keep people safe during big events like Mardi Gras. These troops will work with other federal agenci
College football coaches are getting paid a lot of money. Lane Kiffin is the latest example. He just got a big job at Louisiana State University (LSU). The school will pay him about $91 million over seven years. That's a lot of money! Some people think this is a problem. They say it shows what's wro
A surprising change has happened at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Ralph Abraham, a former Louisiana health official, has been appointed as the deputy director. This is notable because Abraham has been vocal about his doubts regarding Covid-19 vaccines, even calling them "dang
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 speec
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 a
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
