![Louisiana Network](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2014/09/lrn.jpg?w=300&q=75)
Louisiana Network
![Louisiana Network](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2014/09/lrn.jpg?w=300&q=75)
![[UPDATE] Man Accused of Killing State Police Officer Given Death Penalty](http://townsquare.media/site/149/files/2015/08/Untitled.png?w=980&q=75)
[UPDATE] Man Accused of Killing State Police Officer Given Death Penalty
Kevin Daigle is accused of killing Trooper Steven Vincent in 2015 after he stopped to help Daigle, whose truck was stuck in a ditch.
![Shelters opening across Louisiana](http://townsquare.media/site/29/files/2017/08/113432121.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Shelters opening across Louisiana
Louisiana is opening shelters across the state to provide residents refuge from the effects of Barry.
![President Trump takes center stage in new GOP gubernatorial ads](http://townsquare.media/site/180/files/2019/06/GettyImages-1154058839.jpg?w=980&q=75)
President Trump takes center stage in new GOP gubernatorial ads
Republicans are name dropping President Trump early and often in a series of new governor’s race campaign ads.
![National Weather Service says tornadoes, rainfall, and storm surge among concerns from tropical system](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2019/07/66213439_2356460551075203_7873833281693679616_o.jpg?w=980&q=75)
National Weather Service says tornadoes, rainfall, and storm surge among concerns from tropical system
The state is bracing for a slow-moving tropical system that’s expected to drop a ton of rain, as 10 to 15 inches of rain is possible.
![DCFS helping parents behind on child support get their licenses back](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2016/10/Driving-sunny-day.jpg?w=980&q=75)
DCFS helping parents behind on child support get their licenses back
Starting August 1st the Department of Children and Family services is giving parents who are behind on child support the opportunity to get their drivers license back without having to pay off everything they owe immediately.
![Louisiana tops the nation in FAFSA applicants](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2012/05/graduation.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Louisiana tops the nation in FAFSA applicants
According to the National College Access Network’s FAFSA tracker, Louisiana ranks number one throughout the nation for application completion for a second year.
![Dead zone and algae bloom could be impacted by tropical disturbance](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2019/06/GettyImages-995708598.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Dead zone and algae bloom could be impacted by tropical disturbance
The tropical development that could bring large amounts of rainfall to Louisiana later this week could have a mitigating impact on the Gulf of Mexico’s algae bloom.
![LSU hazing trial starts today](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2019/07/Max-Gruver-Good-Morning-America-via-YouTube.png?w=980&q=75)
LSU hazing trial starts today
The trial of former LSU fraternity member Matthew Naquin, who was charged with negligent homicide in the alleged hazing death of Max Gruver in 2017, begins today.
![Tunica-Biloxi Tribe holds economic development summit in Marksville](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2017/07/money.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Tunica-Biloxi Tribe holds economic development summit in Marksville
The Tunica-Biloxi Tribe of Louisiana presents the first Louisiana Rural Economic Development Summit along with Southern University Law Center this week in Marksville at the Paragon Casino Resort.
![New regulations on animal shelters go into effect August 1](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2017/05/dog-at-vet.jpg?w=980&q=75)
New regulations on animal shelters go into effect August 1
A law recently signed by Governor Edwards brings new restrictions to rescue shelters on how and when they can pass along animals to research facilities.
![Schroder blocks state from using unclaimed property funds in budget](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2017/11/John-Schroder-Youtube-Image.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Schroder blocks state from using unclaimed property funds in budget
State Treasurer John Schroder is blocking the state from using 25 million dollars in unclaimed property in this fiscal year’s budget, telling lawmakers if they want the money, they’ll “have to drag me to court.”
![New pet food results in animals eating the same or more amount of food while losing weight](http://townsquare.media/site/34/files/2018/08/GettyImages-73808274.jpg?w=980&q=75)
New pet food results in animals eating the same or more amount of food while losing weight
An innovation in pet food will help dogs and cats lose weight without eating less.
![Louisiana especially vulnerable to automation](http://townsquare.media/site/341/files/2014/10/Robots.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Louisiana especially vulnerable to automation
An Oxford Economics report says Louisiana is one of the states most vulnerable to losing a significant amount of jobs due to automation.
![Yvette Girouard Remembers Coach Tony Robichaux](http://townsquare.media/site/37/files/2019/02/robe-presser-1.png?w=980&q=75)
Yvette Girouard Remembers Coach Tony Robichaux
The Louisiana sports world continues to mourn the passing of Ragin' Cajuns Baseball Coach Tony Robichaux, who passed away Wednesday at age 57 following multiple surgeries in the wake of a heart attack on June 23rd.
![Uber expansion a boost to Fort Polk soldiers](http://townsquare.media/site/34/files/2017/11/GettyImages-451551330.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Uber expansion a boost to Fort Polk soldiers
The statewide legalization of Uber is set to be a boon for Fort Polk soldiers and others who are looking to get off the base and enjoy the amenities in Alexandria and other nearby cities.
![100+ degree heat indexes descend on Louisiana](http://townsquare.media/site/29/files/2018/06/IMG_3617.jpg?w=980&q=75)
100+ degree heat indexes descend on Louisiana
It’s going to be a brutal run of summer weather with little rain in sight and heat indexes over 100 degrees baking the Bayou State for about the next week.
![Fireworks safety tips with Fire Marshal Browning](http://townsquare.media/site/182/files/2019/06/GettyImages-991777412.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Fireworks safety tips with Fire Marshal Browning
Independence day kicks off tomorrow and pyromaniacs are crowding firework stands to celebrate America’s independence with a boom.
![St. Bernard Parish pleas for federal aid for seafood industry](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2016/10/120027917.jpg?w=980&q=75)
St. Bernard Parish pleas for federal aid for seafood industry
St. Bernard Parish President Brian McInnis calls on the feds to provide immediate relief in the form of disaster aid to help the struggling seafood industry.
![Record breaking travel expected for the 4th of July](http://townsquare.media/site/34/files/2019/06/GettyImages-54249183-1.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Record breaking travel expected for the 4th of July
A record 48.9 million Americans are expected to make a trip for the 4th of July, a 4.1 percent increase over last year.
![LA Tech baseball, softball, soccer fields condemned](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2019/04/20190425-Z-XX999-1001.jpg?w=980&q=75)
LA Tech baseball, softball, soccer fields condemned
Louisiana Tech has made the decision to demolish the baseball, softball, and soccer stadiums this summer.