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Louisiana Network
![Louisiana Network](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2014/09/lrn.jpg?w=300&q=75)
![Age May Be Raised To Buy Tobacco & Vaping Products](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2013/11/cigarette-smoker-getty.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Age May Be Raised To Buy Tobacco & Vaping Products
There will be an effort in the upcoming legislative session to raise the age from 18 to 21-years-old to legally purchase or possess tobacco and vaping products.
![Income Verification Act Focused On Gov. Assistance Programs](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2011/06/Food-Stamps-Getty.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Income Verification Act Focused On Gov. Assistance Programs
U.S. Senator John Kennedy and Representative Ralph Abraham have filed legislation that would require states to verify eligibility for government assistance programs, before the benefits go out.
![Dispute between Ag Commish Mike Strain & LSU Delays Production of Medical Marijuana](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2011/01/drug.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Dispute between Ag Commish Mike Strain & LSU Delays Production of Medical Marijuana
There’s another delay in the production of medical marijuana. Agriculture Commissioner Mike Strain is the regulator of the state’s medical marijuana program and he claims LSU and its private grower, GB Sciences, violated law by moving cannabis plants from a temporary pod to the main growing facility.
![JPSO: 3 Dead Including 2 Children Inside Terrytown Home](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2019/03/Jefferson-Parish-Sheriffs-Office-Facebook-Photo.png?w=980&q=75)
JPSO: 3 Dead Including 2 Children Inside Terrytown Home
Multiple people were found dead at a home in suburban New Orleans Wednesday morning.
![House passes two background check bills](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2015/06/handgun2.jpg?w=980&q=75)
House passes two background check bills
A new bill that requires background checks for not only the sale of a firearm but also the temporary transfer of a firearm, has passed in the Democrat-controlled House
![Gas prices on the rise](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2018/05/GettyImages-72454353.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Gas prices on the rise
Gas prices have been on a noticeable rise throughout the state recently.
![Venezuelan crisis works it’s way to the Bayou State](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2016/04/Sen.-Bill-Cassidy-Photo-by-Alex-Wong-Getty-Images.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Venezuelan crisis works it’s way to the Bayou State
Louisiana political leaders are keeping a close eye on the developing situation in Venezuela
![Raise the Age Act effective March 1](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2017/07/GettyImages-84611044.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Raise the Age Act effective March 1
The Raise the Age Act passed in 2016 goes into effect Friday, which means 17-year-olds will no longer be criminally charged as adults for non-violent offenses.
![White slams budget for lack of early childhood education funds](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2018/08/school-bus.jpg?w=980&q=75)
White slams budget for lack of early childhood education funds
Superintendent of Education John White slammed the governor’s budget for failing to include additional funding for early childhood education.
![LSU DKE hazing investigation could lead to further reforms](http://townsquare.media/site/34/files/2014/05/1849686.jpg?w=980&q=75)
LSU DKE hazing investigation could lead to further reforms
Reed noted that the Board of Regents will use details gleaned from that investigation to help sure up last year’s anti-hazing policy overhaul.
![Film tax reform approaches two years](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2019/02/MV5BMTg0NzkwMzQyMV5BMl5BanBnXkFtZTgwNDcxMTMyNzM%252540._V1_.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Film tax reform approaches two years
The New Orleans shot comedy/horror slasher flick Happy Death Day to U2 clears $27 million in worldwide box office receipts as Louisiana film tax credit advocates celebrate nearly two years since the program was reformed.
![LDH warning of rise in flu symptoms ahead of Carnival season](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2017/02/st-jude-doctor.jpg?w=980&q=75)
LDH warning of rise in flu symptoms ahead of Carnival season
According to the Louisiana Department of Health, the flu is on the rise as almost 6% of doctor visits are for flu-like symptoms.
![John Kennedy Talks State Of Union, National & La. Issues](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2017/07/Sen.-John-Kennedy-youtube.jpg?w=980&q=75)
John Kennedy Talks State Of Union, National & La. Issues
President Donald Trump will speak to the country tonight at 8 PM for his annual State of the Union address.
![Louisiana Lottery Contributing More Money To State In 2019](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2018/02/ThinkstockPhotos-122486570.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Louisiana Lottery Contributing More Money To State In 2019
For the second quarter of the fiscal year 2019, the Louisiana Lottery has seen an uptick in contributions to the state treasury, transferring over $53.9 million towards K-12 public education in the state.
![BR Diocese Releases Clergy Member Abuse Accusation List](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2019/01/Press-Conference.png?w=980&q=75)
BR Diocese Releases Clergy Member Abuse Accusation List
The Diocese of Baton Rouge released the names today of 37 clergy members who have been credibly accused of abuse involving children.
![Tulane warns relative sea level rise faster than previously thought](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2016/08/La.-Gulf-Coast-Google-Maps.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Tulane warns relative sea level rise faster than previously thought
Tulane researchers say current models estimating the level of sea level rise in low lying coastal areas are underestimating how quickly we’re sliding into the sea.
![$6 billion to be wagered in Super Bowl related sports betting](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2018/01/Sports-betting-flickr.com_.jpg?w=980&q=75)
$6 billion to be wagered in Super Bowl related sports betting
23 million Americans will wager a staggering $6 billion on this year’s Super Bowl.
![I-210 Eastbound Shut Down In Lake Charles](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2016/02/edgeofthewind-via-You-Tube.jpg?w=980&q=75)
I-210 Eastbound Shut Down In Lake Charles
The eastbound side of the I-210 Bridge in Lake Charles will be shut down for the next several month while it undergoes extensive repair work starting at 9 PM today.
![Commission Proposes Substantial Increase In Early Childhood Education](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2012/06/school-sale.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Commission Proposes Substantial Increase In Early Childhood Education
A state commission proposes spending an additional 86-million dollars on early childhood education.
![Study sees correlation between poor sleep and artery plaque buildup](http://townsquare.media/site/29/files/2016/07/RS1832_061711.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Study sees correlation between poor sleep and artery plaque buildup
A new study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology has discovered an association between poor sleep and plaque buildup in arteries throughout the body