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Louisiana Network
![Louisiana Network](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2014/09/lrn.jpg?w=300&q=75)
![9/11 first responder health funding clears first hurdle](http://townsquare.media/site/180/files/2019/06/Shreveport-Firefighters.jpg?w=980&q=75)
9/11 first responder health funding clears first hurdle
The House Judiciary Committee passes legislation permanently authorizing healthcare funds for 9/11 first responders who got sick in the aftermath of the attack.
![First responders to be eligible for worker’s comp for PTSD](http://townsquare.media/site/180/files/2019/06/Shreveport-Firefighters.jpg?w=980&q=75)
First responders to be eligible for worker’s comp for PTSD
Starting August 1st, PTSD will be added to the list of covered injuries under public employee benefits,
![DOTD moving forward with Lyft and Uber statewide framework regulation](http://townsquare.media/site/34/files/2018/03/GettyImages-450502218.jpg?w=980&q=75)
DOTD moving forward with Lyft and Uber statewide framework regulation
The DOTD is in the process of establishing the rules to the issuance of permits for the statewide framework for rideshare services like Lyft and Uber.
![Small business optimism is on the rise](http://townsquare.media/site/180/files/2018/08/GettyImages-51481254.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Small business optimism is on the rise
National Federation of Independent Business State Director Dawn Starns says business owners in Louisiana are feeling better now that the 2019 legislative session is in the rearview mirror.
![Poll shows support for Dem challenger to Edwards](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2016/09/GettyImages-5770851721.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Poll shows support for Dem challenger to Edwards
On the heels of Governor Edwards’ signature of abortion restrictions, a poll is out showing 42 percent of Democratic voters would like another Democrat to challenge the incumbent
![Fantasy sports dies after last second fillibuster](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2018/11/GettyImages-492972832.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Fantasy sports dies after last second fillibuster
Fantasy sports legalization fails to get a final vote after a last second filibuster on the Senate floor from the same legislator who brought an ultimately doomed sports betting bill.
![Kennedy pushes for more negotiating power for small media](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2016/03/John-Kennedy-Facebook-e1481425039848.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Kennedy pushes for more negotiating power for small media
Senator John Kennedy says he’s got legislation that would address the raw deals smaller news media outlets are getting from social media giants who use their content.
![Handheld Cell Phone Bill Ban Fails](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2011/05/Cell-Phone-While-Driving-Getty.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Handheld Cell Phone Bill Ban Fails
Legislation to ban the handheld use of cellphones while behind the wheel is dead for the session.
![Road Project Bill For BP Money Usage Gains Final Passage](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2015/10/Road-Construction-Getty-Image.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Road Project Bill For BP Money Usage Gains Final Passage
A bill that would direct $700 million in BP oil spill settlement money to road projects gains final passage.
![Hemp/CBD Legalization Clears Senate](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2019/05/Angie-Hepp-via-YouTube.png?w=980&q=75)
Hemp/CBD Legalization Clears Senate
The Senate passes legislation legalizing industrial hemp production and CBD oil, but the upper chamber packed it with new amendments, so the proposal heads back to the House.
![AAA warns of “100 Deadliest Days” for drivers](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2016/02/57641731.jpg?w=980&q=75)
AAA warns of “100 Deadliest Days” for drivers
AAA is warning drivers to be extra cautious on the roads this summer as teens off from school pack the roadways.
![AAA warns of “100 Deadliest Days” for drivers](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2016/09/I-49.jpg?w=980&q=75)
AAA warns of “100 Deadliest Days” for drivers
AAA is warning drivers to be extra cautious on the roads this summer as teens off from school pack the roadways.
![How Will Crawfish Industry Be Affected By Opening Of Morganza Spillway?](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2019/04/Daniel-Scheer-via-YouTube.png?w=980&q=75)
How Will Crawfish Industry Be Affected By Opening Of Morganza Spillway?
With the opening of the Morganza Spillway on Sunday, the crawfish industry is going to be feeling the effect.
![Bill To Ban Handheld Cell Phones Behind The Wheel Passes House](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2011/05/Cell-Phone-While-Driving-Getty.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Bill To Ban Handheld Cell Phones Behind The Wheel Passes House
A bill banning drivers from holding their phone while behind the wheel is headed to the Senate after an at-times heated discussion on the House floor.
![LSU’s Pennington Research Center assists in study looking at why some rural Southerners live longer and healthier lives](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2018/07/LSU-Union.jpg?w=980&q=75)
LSU’s Pennington Research Center assists in study looking at why some rural Southerners live longer and healthier lives
Researchers from LSU’s Pennington Biomedical Research Center and other institutions will study why some people in rural parishes and counties live longer, healthier lives.
![Fantasy Sports tax and regulation bill awaiting its first hearing in the Senate](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2014/02/83810064.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Fantasy Sports tax and regulation bill awaiting its first hearing in the Senate
House approved Fantasy sports regulation is halfway to final passage as a bill that would tax the activity will soon receive a hearing in a Senate committee.
![LSU gets another shot at Stony Brook in NCAA Baseball Tournament](http://townsquare.media/site/37/files/2018/06/GettyImages-801547540.jpg?w=980&q=75)
LSU gets another shot at Stony Brook in NCAA Baseball Tournament
The LSU Tigers will get another chance at Stony Brook. The school from New York came down to Baton Rouge and beat the Tigers in a Super Regional Series in 2012.
![LA VA Secretary asks Louisianians to pay respects to the fallen today](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2016/06/GettyImages-1681224371.jpg?w=980&q=75)
LA VA Secretary asks Louisianians to pay respects to the fallen today
Strickland says on Saturday morning hundreds of current and former military personnel planted 11,000 flags in front of the State Capitol, one for each serviceman or woman from Louisiana who died in the service.
![The Morganza Spillway Will Open](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2011/05/morganza-spillway.jpg?w=980&q=75)
The Morganza Spillway Will Open
Governor John Bel Edwards has requested government assistance to aid in flooding relief.
![25,000 acres of farmland expected to be destroyed if Morganza Spillway is opened](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2016/12/road-trip.jpg?w=980&q=75)
25,000 acres of farmland expected to be destroyed if Morganza Spillway is opened
An estimated 25,000 acres of farmland is expected to be destroyed if the decision is made to open the Morganza Spillway in Pointe Coupee Parish.