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![Edwin Edwards Placed Himself in Hospice Care](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2021/07/attachment-Edwin-Edwards-WWLTV-via-YouTube1.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Edwin Edwards Placed Himself in Hospice Care
Edwards said the decision was a matter of good and convenient care.
![Senate President: Louisiana Veto Override Session Likely](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2020/01/Lafayette-Senator-Page-Cortez.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Senate President: Louisiana Veto Override Session Likely
Momentum is building for Louisiana lawmakers to hold an historic veto override session.
![Overriding Vetoes – What’s Next for Louisiana’s Legislature](http://townsquare.media/site/182/files/2020/10/GettyImages-577085176.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Overriding Vetoes – What’s Next for Louisiana’s Legislature
Here's what has to happen in the Louisiana Legislature to overturn any or all of Governor Edwards' recent vetoes.
![Shot At a Million COVID Vaccine Website Goes Live at Noon Today](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2021/06/attachment-shane-U_ekGjoIm_E-unsplash.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Shot At a Million COVID Vaccine Website Goes Live at Noon Today
If you've been vaccinated against COVID-19 here's what you need to do for your chance to win $1 million dollars.
![Former Jeanerette Mayor, Aprill Foulcard, Arrested for Third Time](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2021/06/attachment-Aprill-Foulcard.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Former Jeanerette Mayor, Aprill Foulcard, Arrested for Third Time
Aprill Foulcard has once again run afoul of the law. It's the former Mayor's third arrest in the past five years.
![“Southern Nights” Bill Heads to Governor’s Desk](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2015/11/GettyImages-165115188.jpg?w=980&q=75)
“Southern Nights” Bill Heads to Governor’s Desk
If the bill is signed, the sound would become Louisiana's cultural anthem.
![Louisiana Supreme Court – Lawsuit Over Antifa Hoax Can Proceed](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2021/06/tingey-injury-law-firm-DZpc4UY8ZtY-unsplash.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Louisiana Supreme Court – Lawsuit Over Antifa Hoax Can Proceed
Lafayette Consolidated Government may pursue its case against the creator of the ANTIFA Takes River Ranch Facebook event.
![Louisiana Senate Approves Plan to Divert Funds to Infrastructure](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2021/06/GettyImages-8134568481.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Louisiana Senate Approves Plan to Divert Funds to Infrastructure
The Senate-approved legislation doesn't call for new taxes or raise existing ones but will still add $375 million to go toward infrastructure projects.
![Controversial GoFundMe For AOC’s Grandmother Surpasses Goal In Three Hours](http://townsquare.media/site/34/files/2021/06/Alexandria-Ocasio-Cortez.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Controversial GoFundMe For AOC’s Grandmother Surpasses Goal In Three Hours
A GoFundMe has been created for the grandmother of U.S. Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (AOC) in hopes to save her home in Puerto Rico. While the campaign is lined with political angles, the page hit its goal of almost $50,000 in only three hours.
![Facebook Says Trump Will Remain Banned Until 2023](http://townsquare.media/site/252/files/2021/01/GettyImages-825587596.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Facebook Says Trump Will Remain Banned Until 2023
Former President Donald Trump just got a little more clarity on how long he will be banned from Facebook and Instagram.
![“Southern Nights” Bill Heads To Full Senate](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2015/11/GettyImages-165115188.jpg?w=980&q=75)
“Southern Nights” Bill Heads To Full Senate
The bill cleared committee with a unanimous vote.
![Trump Permanently Shuts Down Blog Less Than One Month After Launching It](http://townsquare.media/site/34/files/2021/06/GettyImages-1304610005.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Trump Permanently Shuts Down Blog Less Than One Month After Launching It
Former President Donald J. Trump has shut down his official blog.
![Lafayette Navy Veteran Joins Fight for Pride Month Proclamation](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2021/06/KShawn-Coleman.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Lafayette Navy Veteran Joins Fight for Pride Month Proclamation
There's no indication Mayor-President Josh Guillory will sign such a proclamation.
![Smokable Medical Marijuana Bill Passes – Governor Likely to Sign](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2017/04/medical-marijuana.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Smokable Medical Marijuana Bill Passes – Governor Likely to Sign
The Senate passed legislation must be re-approved by the House before it heads to the Governor's desk.
![Recreational Cannabis Vote Set for Louisiana House Today](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2021/05/elsa-olofsson-_FVNLQo6WSM-unsplash.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Recreational Cannabis Vote Set for Louisiana House Today
Leaders in the House believe they have enough support to pass recreational cannabis legislation on to the Senate
![These Were the Most Voter Friendly Cities in 2020?](http://townsquare.media/site/241/files/2021/06/20_Most_Voter-Friendly_Cities_in_2020_-_Insurify.jpg?w=980&q=75)
These Were the Most Voter Friendly Cities in 2020?
These cities have adapted exceptionally to encourage voting in the historic 2020 general election.
![Direct Shipping of Wine to Louisiana Consumers Passes House](http://townsquare.media/site/341/files/2016/10/Wine.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Direct Shipping of Wine to Louisiana Consumers Passes House
The legislation would clear the way for Louisiana wine lovers to have direct access to some of their favorite vintages.
![Louisiana Group Calls for End to Enhanced Unemployment Benefits](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2020/06/GettyImages-965594612.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Louisiana Group Calls for End to Enhanced Unemployment Benefits
At least one other state has eliminated federal unemployment benefits and replaced them with a hiring bonus to incentivize workers to get back on the job.
![Louisiana House Delays Vote on Recreational Cannabis Again](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2021/05/elsa-olofsson-_FVNLQo6WSM-unsplash.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Louisiana House Delays Vote on Recreational Cannabis Again
It now appears as though legislation that would legalize recreational cannabis use will go before the Louisiana House on Wednesday.
![Biden and Edwards Show Off Pocket Rosaries Before Taking Care of Business](http://townsquare.media/site/29/files/2021/05/GettyImages-1187910177.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Biden and Edwards Show Off Pocket Rosaries Before Taking Care of Business
Biden and Edwards Show Off Pocket Rosaries Before Taking Care of Business