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Lake Martin Named Second-Most Instagrammable Spot in Louisiana
Travel website BigSevenTravel.com recently put out a list of their "Most Instagrammable Spots in Louisiana" and one Acadiana treasure made the cut.
Famous Family Owned Restaurants in Louisiana
Why would anyone ever eat at a chain restaurant in Louisiana when we have so many fabulous family owned dining choices?
Bunnies and Chicks not the best gifts for Easter baskets
Louisiana SPCA spokesperson Rebecca Melanson said many people do not realize the commitment of rabbit ownership.
Paid family and sick leave on deck at the Capitol
A bill that would guarantee all Louisianans 12 weeks of paid family or medical illness leave is being discussed.
Mental Patient Accused In Fatal Attack Of Baton Rouge Nurse
An arrest warrant has been issued for 54 year old Jessie Guillory, of Lake Charles. He's accused of attacking a nurse who died several days later...
DOTD Needs Your Help In Identifying Acadiana’s Clogged Bridges
You're encouraged to report bridge areas that are clogged with debris or sediment to your local DOTD office.
Report: Scott Woodward Hired As LSU Athletic Director
Moments after Joe Alleva's resignation was official, reports surfaced of Scott Woodward signing on as the new Athletic Director at LSU.
Louisiana could ban most new freestanding emergency rooms
By MELINDA DESLATTE Associated Press
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — A proposal to ban the creation of most new freestanding emergency rooms in Louisiana has won support from state senators, amid concerns the ERs threaten the survival of the state's fragile rural hospitals...
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — A proposal to ban the creation of most new freestanding emergency rooms in Louisiana has won support from state senators, amid concerns the ERs threaten the survival of the state's fragile rural hospitals...
Bill One Step Closer To Toxicology Tests For Crashes W/ Serious Injury
A Bossier Parish wreck that claimed the life of four-year-old Katie Grantham in November 2017 has inspired legislation that would require toxicology tests on drivers at fault for vehicle collisions that cause serious injury.
Louisiana To Offer Paid, On-The-Job Training For 3,000 High Schoolers
The program was approved by BESE board members today.
LSU Athletic Director Joe Alleva Reportedly Will Step Down From Position At University
Multiple media outlets are reporting today that LSU Athletic Director Joe Alleva will walk away from his position at LSU
Abortion Amendment Heads To House Floor
A constitutional amendment is on its way to the House floor that would let Louisiana voters decide whether or not the state constitution protects abortion rights.