Louisiana Law Requiring Homes to Have Carbon Monoxide Detectors Goes Into Effect Jan. 1, 2023
All one or two-family residential homes sold or leased must now have at least one working, life-long and sealed carbon monoxide detector.
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Audit Finds Louisiana’s Gas Tax Isn’t Enough for DOTD Needs
Louisiana drivers could be looking at higher fuel taxes down the road, but what shape that road will be in when we get there is the burning question.
UPDATE: Appeals Court Stays Lower Court’s Redistricting Order
Legislative leaders are calling on Governor John Bel Edwards to cancel the special redistricting session.
Judge Throws Out Louisiana Congressional Maps
State officials say they will appeal the ruling.
Governor Edwards Could Make Catfish Noodling Legal in Louisiana
The art of "hillbilly hand fishing" or noodling is poised to become a legal method of fishing in Louisiana. All it needs is the Governor's signature.
Louisiana Legislators as Substitute Teachers? It Could Happen
A resolution in the Louisiana House would call on Representatives to volunteer in the classroom as substitute teachers.
Lawmaker Aborts Controversial Abortion Bill
The bill's sponsor pulled the item after his colleagues voted to amend it.
Bill to Boost Speeding Fines on Atchafalaya Basin Bridge Advances
Fines for speeding on that stretch of Interstate 10 in Louisiana could be five times greater than they are now.
State Senator Resigns Midway Through Session
She is citing a need to focus on her mental health as the reason.
Civil Rights Groups Sue Over New Louisiana Congressional Maps
The map's architects are defending the bill, saying it wasn't possible to carve out a second majority-minority district.
Governor Vetoes Congressional Redistricting Proposals
Governor Edwards allowed new state legislative district maps become law without his signature.
Lawmaker’s Bill Angers, Unites Teachers
Educators say the bill will force them work during parts of the year when they're not paid.
State Rep.: Legislature Lazy, “Too Stupid to Work Together”
His comments drew audible reaction from his colleagues.
Redistricting Proposal Threatens Two Louisiana Representatives
The proposed map would create a second minority-majority district at the expense of a sitting representative.
Redistricting Session, Battle Over Minority-Majority Districts Heat Up
The fight could potentially land in federal court.
State Lawmakers Reject Coronavirus Vaccine Mandate for Louisiana Students
Louisiana lawmakers in the House Health and Welfare Committee voted 13-2 against Gov. John Bel Edwards' proposed coronavirus vaccine mandate for some Louisiana students.
Redistricting Forum at UL Lafayette Tonight; How Do I Participate
Tonight's event begins at 5:30, and it will be held in the Atchafalaya Ballroom on the UL campus.
Can You Be Fired for Not Getting the COVID Vaccine?
One of our listeners called us and asked us to get answers to this question.
Edwards Offers Republicans Some Cheese to go with Their ‘Whine’
Some Republican lawmakers call out Louisiana Governor John Bel Edwards for "playing politics" during the override session.
Republicans Launch Mutiny Against House Speaker Schexnayder
The head of the Louisiana GOP is calling for changes in House leadership.