Louisiana Legislature weighs removing fluoride from public water systems

Over the objections of dentists, a Louisiana Senate committee advanced a bill Wednesday that would set an almost impossibly high bar for public systems to add fluoride to their drinking water supply.  In its original state, Senate Bill 2 by Sen. Mike Fesi, …

Quin Hillyer: Fondly remembering the Bubba who was a secret intellectual in Louisiana

More than four decades after he left public life, former state House Speaker E.L. “Bubba” Henry was no longer a familiar figure to most Louisianans. But Henry, who died April 23 at age 89, helped make state government considerably better. Before Henry in …

The Rolling Stones are featured on this tribute album for a Louisiana zydeco legend

Millions of music fans will ask the same question in the coming months: "What in the world are the Rolling Stones doing on a tribute album to a Creole-speaking, accordion player from Opelousas, Louisiana?"  Before the Stones became rock icons …

Avery Thomas II signs with Louisiana Tech Men’s Basketball program

RUSTON – Louisiana Tech Men’s Basketball head coach Talvin Hester announced Thursday the signing of Avery Thomas II, a transfer from Jones College. Thomas, a 6-foot-7, 195-forward from Jackson, Mississippi, was a Second Team All-MACCC Team and Region 23 …

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Bill to Raise Vape, E-Cig Tax Advances in Louisiana Legislature

A Louisiana House committee has approved legislation to increase the state tax on vapes and e-cigarettes. The House Ways and Means Committee voted 9-to-6 in favor of the measure. As the Louisiana Radio Network reports, Vice Chair State Representative Ken …

Lafayette and state of Louisiana swap land to jump start Bertrand Drive Revitalization Project

LAFAYETTE, La. (NEWS 15) — A significant development unfolded in Lafayette as plans to improve walkability in the Hub City advanced. The Lafayette Consolidated Government (LCG) and Louisiana officials agreed to swap land to initiate the Bertrand Drive …

"GOP Support Of Carbon Capture Fractures In Louisiana, Nationally"

"Fossil fuel interests like carbon capture — it helps them drill more oil and emit less greenhouse gas. Homeowners say, ‘Not in my backyard’" "A technology touted by the oil and gas industry as a way to keep drilling but with a lower carbon …

Louisiana Weatherman Hilariously Rips on People Driving Through Flood Waters

Lafayette, LA (KMDL) - When it comes to people driving through flood water and causing water to go onto people's property, KATC TV 3's Daniel Phillips just isn't having it. KATC via YouTube KATC via YouTube Louisiana Weatherman Hilariously Rips …

Could Louisiana ban fluoride in public water systems? New bill follows RFK’s lead

A Louisiana Senate committee advanced a bill to ban fluoride in public water systems, aligning with RFK Jr.'s health agenda. Supporters argue fluoride is a "poison" and violates informed consent, citing potential harm to children. Opponents, …