STATE
During a Senate Judiciary C Committee hearing, Barrow cast the sole dissenting vote against Senate Bill 2, allowing lawmakers to broaden the crimes for which youth aged 14 to 16 could face adult prison sentences.
STATE
BATON ROUGE, La. — A contentious proposal to impose sales taxes on 41 services has hit a wall in the Louisiana House of Representatives, delaying its progress until next week. The measure, a cornerstone of the state’s ambitious tax reform package, faces mounting criticism from lobbyists and lawmakers, raising questions
STATE
BATON ROUGE, La. — Louisiana’s working families could face higher costs on essential services under Governor Jeff Landry's new tax plan, lawmakers warned Wednesday. The proposal, which aims to broaden sales taxes on services like home repairs and car maintenance, met strong opposition from House Democrats, who argued
STATE
NEW ORLEANS — Louisiana is moving closer to adding a 4.5% tax on digital streaming services like Netflix and Disney+, following a vote Monday by a House committee to advance the proposal to the full House. The measure, part of Governor Jeff Landry’s extensive tax reform plan, seeks to
NATIONAL
The FBI acknowledged the messages, describing them as “offensive and racist,” and noted that the agency is collaborating with the Justice Department to identify their source.
NATIONAL
The NAACP President condemned the float, stating, “This appalling portrayal goes beyond Halloween satire or free expression. It is a harmful symbol that invokes a painful history of violence, oppression, and racism that Black and Brown communities have long endured in America.
NATIONAL
Crockett's remarks followed an alarming incident in Mount Pleasant, where individuals reportedly dressed as Kamala Harris in chains, furthering a narrative of divisiveness associated with political rhetoric surrounding former President Donald Trump.
STATE
Local civil rights leaders condemned Swaggart’s remarks. Reverend Fred Thompson stated, “Pastor Swaggart’s comments are a blatant attack on our dignity and intelligence,” emphasizing their role in perpetuating harmful stereotypes and undermining Black voters' political agency in Louisiana.
POLITICS
According to a recent national poll, voters are increasingly unlikely to support candidates who claim that former President Donald Trump won the 2020 election or who endorse the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade. Instead, voters are showing a preference for candidates who address economic issues,
NATIONAL
Harris kicks off her day in Grand Rapids, joining fellow Democratic leaders for a rally to energize voters ahead of the election.
EDUCATION
Dr. Chrite’s strategic reforms at the historically Black university included streamlining academic departments, enhancing faculty governance, eliminating significant budget deficits, and ensuring long-term institutional health.
LOCAL
BATON ROUGE – In a crucial mayoral debate Thursday night, the candidates vying to lead Baton Rouge made their final cases to voters, focusing heavily on crime, downtown development, and their leadership records. Incumbent Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome, seeking a third term, faced off against challengers Ted James, Sid Edwards, and
STATE
At the heart of the proposal is a shift to a 3% flat income tax and new sales taxes on services like property repair, landscaping, massages, and digital streaming.
LOCAL
BATON ROUGE – As gun violence continues to plague Glen Oaks, city officials are turning to a new strategy—bringing law enforcement closer to the community. On Monday, a groundbreaking ceremony marked the beginning of construction for a new East Baton Rouge Parish sheriff’s office substation on Greenwell Street, aimed
LOCAL
In November, East Baton Rouge Parish voters will face a critical decision regarding significant changes to their local government. With one vote, residents will be asked to approve or reject a 64-page proposal that could reshape how the parish is governed for years. During a Press Club meeting on October
LOCAL
BATON ROUGE, La. — At the Manship Theater, the East Baton Rouge Mayor-President race gained momentum as candidates outlined ambitious strategies to attract and retain young professionals. With the city facing the challenge of losing its brightest talent to other regions, candidates emphasized the need for sweeping changes in economic development,