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Pushing back school start times to address truency in LA
Middle and High School students across Louisiana could be starting school at later times within the next few years. According to a new...
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Bayou Weekly
Apr 42 min read
FOX: LSU women's basketball team skipping national anthem underscores 'bigger problem' for college sports: governor
Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry started a firestorm on social media Tuesday when he called for a policy change after the LSU women’s...
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Mar 251 min read
Biden and Trump win Louisiana’s presidential primary having already clinched nominations
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump won Louisiana’s primary on Saturday, collecting more delegates...
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Mar 252 min read
Louisiana Democrat wins sheriff’s race do-over after first victory was disputed
Henry Whitehorn, who won by a single vote in November, will be the first Black sheriff in Caddo county (AP and Guardian Staff) Months...
Bayou Weekly
Feb 212 min read
Governor Landry pushes for crime crackdown with special session
In Louisiana’s state capitol Monday, the legislature commenced a well anticipated crime-focused special session. Republican Governor Jeff...
Bayou Weekly
Feb 16 min read
New weight loss drugs are out of reach for millions of older Americans because Medicare won’t pay
WASHINGTON (AP) — New obesity drugs are showing promising results in helping some people shed pounds but the injections will remain out...
Bayou Weekly
Oct 4, 20231 min read
PODCAST: The Danger Behind the Credit Card Competition Act
In this episode, CU Times’ Editor-in-Chief Michael Ogden, discusses the incredibly controversial Credit Card Competition Act (CCCA) that...
Bayou Weekly
Oct 4, 20235 min read
Louisiana Supreme Court Ruling Overturns Reform Law Intended to Fix “Three-Strikes” Sentences
In September, the Louisiana Supreme Court issued a ruling that appeared to be a major blow to criminal justice reformers seeking to...
Bayou Weekly
Sep 14, 20233 min read
Governor Installs State of Emergency Due to Heat
Gov. John Bel Edwards issued a state of emergency in Louisiana on Friday as record-breaking heat continues to create dangerous conditions...
Bayou Weekly
Jun 15, 20232 min read
In First Term, State Sen. Cameron Henry Addresses Crime, Funds Critical Infrastructure
Louisiana State Senator Cameron Henry has emerged as a driving force in addressing crime and advancing infrastructure projects,...
Bayou Weekly
Jun 14, 20232 min read
NOLA.com: Want to know why Louisiana can't get ahead? Look at the Capitol politicians
From Shreveport on the Red River to St. Bernard Parish by the Mighty Mississippi, political games threatened important projects in the...
Bayou Weekly
Jun 13, 20232 min read
Ready Louisiana Coalition celebrates historic investment in childcare assistance
In the final hours of the 2023 legislative session, Louisiana lawmakers prioritized young children and their parents by allocating $44...
Bayou Weekly
May 31, 20232 min read
Louisiana Residents Struggle as Excessive Lawsuits Take a Toll on Jobs and Income
Report by Louisiana Lawsuit Abuse Watch reveals the devastating impact of excessive litigation on the state's economy and residents' livelih
Bayou Weekly
May 24, 20233 min read
Rising Store Crimes Pose Challenges for Retailers as Theft Escalates
Retailers, both large and small, are grappling with an alarming increase in store crimes, ranging from petty shoplifting to large-scale...
Bayou Weekly
May 23, 20233 min read
Budget Battle: Page Cortez Holds Key Role in Road Spending vs. Debt Payment Debate
The Louisiana State Legislature is heading towards a critical moment in its ongoing budget discussions, and all eyes are on Senate...
Bayou Weekly
May 12, 20231 min read
LETTERS: Pleased About Senate Committee Meeting
Dear Editor, I was pleased to hear that Senators on the Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee are meeting next week to...
Bayou Weekly
Apr 21, 20232 min read
HAYRIDE: Dems Propose Pro China, Anti Small Business Bill
Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’ve likely seen how Joe Biden is letting Communist China walk all over us. The border is left...
Bayou Weekly
Apr 11, 20232 min read
AG LANDRY: A Prayer for the 2023 Legislative Session
Attorney Jeff Landry sent this Prayer for the start of the 2023 Louisiana legislative session: Lord, As we begin this new legislative...
Bayou Weekly
Apr 10, 20233 min read
Louisiana Legislative Session Begins with Controversial Debates
Louisiana lawmakers have begun their eight-week Legislative Session, which will address many contentious issues such as guns, transgender...
Bayou Weekly
Apr 4, 20233 min read
Steve Scalise: We must lower energy costs for American families
Louisiana knows a thing or two about energy. Energy production from offshore Louisiana accounts for about 20% of America’s...
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