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Louisiana Network
![Louisiana Network](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2014/09/lrn.jpg?w=300&q=75)
![“Operation Murder Gang Meltdown” nets 90 lbs. of meth](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2017/05/crime-scene-tape-Getty.jpg?w=980&q=75)
“Operation Murder Gang Meltdown” nets 90 lbs. of meth
“Operation Murder Gang Meltdown”, a cross agency narcotics taskforce in Terrebonne Parish is nearing an end after the arrests of two suspects and the seizure of significant amounts of drugs.
![This year’s budget sees increases in more than just K-12 education](http://townsquare.media/site/29/files/2019/03/GettyImages-117113234.jpg?w=980&q=75)
This year’s budget sees increases in more than just K-12 education
July 1st marked the beginning of the new fiscal year, and while the budget battle was focused on K-12 funding increases and teacher pay raises, Commissioner of Administration Jay Dardenne pointed out a few other areas that got some love.
![LSU Psychologist finds society pays heavy price for failure to diagnose and treat conduct disorder](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2011/01/Child-Crying-Getty.jpg?w=980&q=75)
LSU Psychologist finds society pays heavy price for failure to diagnose and treat conduct disorder
An LSU study shows high social and economic costs occur when there is a failure to diagnose and treat conduct disorder in kids.
![Love triangle results in two deaths in Caddo Parish](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2018/11/crime-scene-tape-Getty.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Love triangle results in two deaths in Caddo Parish
Two men are dead following a break-in at a Shreveport home early Sunday morning.
![Eunice man shot in chest accused of staging robbery and shooting](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2018/10/handcuffs-photo-by-KPEL2.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Eunice man shot in chest accused of staging robbery and shooting
A Eunice man’s plan to dodge jail for unpaid child support goes south when he’s caught staging his own robbery and shooting
![Seafood industry faces another hurdle](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2014/03/120027917.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Seafood industry faces another hurdle
It’s been a tough year for the Louisiana seafood industry and an algae bloom in Lake Pontchartrain is the latest hurdle for fishermen.
![Journey to the Moon in 2024 begins in New Orleans](http://townsquare.media/site/183/files/2018/12/GettyImages-900305142.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Journey to the Moon in 2024 begins in New Orleans
NASA aims to put boots on the moon in 2024 and the latest glimpse of the rocket core stage for the Artemis moon mission is being unveiled today at the NASA Michoud Assembly Facility in New Orleans.
![New child passenger safety laws to take effect](http://townsquare.media/site/34/files/2019/06/GettyImages-456482568.jpg?w=980&q=75)
New child passenger safety laws to take effect
New child passenger safety laws go into effect in Louisiana August 1st, when kids under 13 must ride in the back seat and more child safety seat and restraint laws will be enforced.
![Graves: Supreme Court census decision could impact Louisiana](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2017/01/Garret-Graves-Twitter-e1561688464388.png?w=980&q=75)
Graves: Supreme Court census decision could impact Louisiana
The US Supreme Court has rejected a Trump Administration bid to include a question about citizenship status on the 2020 census.
![Bears on the move throughout Louisiana](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2010/12/Black-Bear.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Bears on the move throughout Louisiana
Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries are receiving calls that black bear spottings are on the rise in portions of Louisiana.
![Craft brew business experiencing slump in Louisiana](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2017/06/craft-beer.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Craft brew business experiencing slump in Louisiana
The craft beer industry in Louisiana has hit a plateau. Six new breweries opened over the last year, but five others shut their doors.
![Edwards Hanging Out With Tigers & Saints Players During Campaign Season](http://townsquare.media/site/180/files/2018/08/Governor-John-Bel-Edwards.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Edwards Hanging Out With Tigers & Saints Players During Campaign Season
A political analyst comments on Edwards doing activities w/ Drew Brees & LSU players - as well as his affiliation w/ Coach O - as he's running for re-election.
![Bass fishing OK’d as a trial sport by LHSAA](http://townsquare.media/site/29/files/2019/03/IMG_19541-e1553177422734.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Bass fishing OK’d as a trial sport by LHSAA
Bass fishing has been accepted by the Louisiana High School Athletics Association as a trail sport
![Report: Louisiana has 4x the national average use of solitary confinement](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2017/05/2767091.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Report: Louisiana has 4x the national average use of solitary confinement
A report is out from Loyola, the ACLU, and Solitary Watch, showing Louisiana has a four times higher rate of the use of solitary confinement for prisoners than the national average.
![Golf cart legislation among the first six bills from 2019 session to be vetoed by Gov. Edwards](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2015/04/455958002.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Golf cart legislation among the first six bills from 2019 session to be vetoed by Gov. Edwards
A bill that would have allowed golf carts to cross LA 35 and other state highways within the town limits of Church Point are now one of only six bills to be vetoed from the recent legislative session so far.
![Hep A outbreak spreads in Louisiana](http://townsquare.media/site/29/files/2017/07/76024284.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Hep A outbreak spreads in Louisiana
Louisiana’s Hepatitis A outbreak is growing, with 305 new cases since an outbreak was declared last December.
![Governor Edwards signs legislation allowing beer and wine delivery to homes](http://townsquare.media/site/182/files/2019/02/GettyImages-467650213.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Governor Edwards signs legislation allowing beer and wine delivery to homes
The governor has signed into law a bill authored by Shreveport Representative Thomas Carmody allowing delivery services to bring low alcohol content beverages along with a food order to your front door.
![2,300 teachers begin specialized mentorship training](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2012/08/school-shopping.jpg?w=980&q=75)
2,300 teachers begin specialized mentorship training
2,300 of the state’s best teachers have begun specialized training aimed at preparing them to be mentors to new educators and struggling students.
![Natchez school teacher robbed, murdered in Louisiana](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2018/11/crime-scene-tape-Getty.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Natchez school teacher robbed, murdered in Louisiana
Two men have been arrested for allegedly robbing and murdering a Natchez, Mississippi schoolteacher and then burying his body under garbage in an abandoned Ferriday food plant.
![Millions admit to driving high on pot](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2018/10/GettyImages-1174643.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Millions admit to driving high on pot
A recent study by AAA indicates about 70% of drivers in America feel they are unlikely to be caught by the police while driving while under the influence of marijuana.