Author Archives: Jeff Palermo
UNO Research Center survey finds Louisianans opinions differ on several statewide topics
The UNO Research Center has released the results of a statewide comprehensive survey. The random poll asked 429 participants to rate Governor John Bel Edwards' job performance and the incoming Landry ...
Nov 14, 2023
Department of Education releases 2023 Louisiana Student Performance Scores
The Louisiana Department of Education has released the 2023 Louisiana Student Performance Scores and in spite of the unprecedented disruptions of the last two years, State Superintendent of Education,...
Nov 14, 2023
Ruston mayor gives update after four women were stabbed on LA Tech's campus
After four females were stabbed on Louisiana Tech's campus Monday morning, Ruston Mayor Ronny Walker said 23-year-old Jacoby Johnson of Rayville was taken into custody. And while a motive has not been...
Nov 13, 2023 Ruston Mayor Ronny Walker and Police Chief Steve Rogers update the media after four females were stabbed on the campus of Louisiana Tech.
South Louisiana finally seeing rain as the state remains in drought
Rain, something we haven't seen much of for quite some time, is falling in south Louisiana. State Climatologist Barry Keim said a storm system in the Gulf, off the Texas coast, is expected to track ea...
Nov 13, 2023 Tomasz Baranowski / CC
Suspect in custody multiple injuries at LA Tech campus after stabbing
23-year-old Jacoby Johnson of Rayville is in custody after a stabbing on the campus of Louisiana Tech. At least four people were stabbed and two were reportedly airlifted from the campus due to the ex...
Nov 13, 2023 File photo of the Lambright Sports and Wellness Center at Louisiana Tech in Ruston.
Lafayette Filmmaker documentary "Born to Fly" of World Champion Pole Vaulter Mondo Duplantis screening set for Saturday
A screening for the documentary "Born to Fly" about former LSU and world champion pole vaulter Mondo Duplantis rise to fame will be held Saturday at the Acadiana Center for the Arts in Lafayette. Film...
Nov 13, 2023
Hollywood South set to reopen after actor strike ends
After more than a six-month blackout, the lights are set to go back on in Hollywood South as a deal was reached between actors union and studios. Director of Louisiana Entertainment Chris Stelly says ...
Nov 13, 2023
How much will Thanksgiving dinner cost this year? State Commissioner of Agriculture Mike Strain says turkey prices are down while other food prices are up
With less than two weeks to go before Turkey Day, State Ag and Forestry Commissioner Mike Strain says be prepared to pay 16 percent less for the main staple of your Thanksgiving meal this year, but ot...
Nov 10, 2023 Carl Mikoy / CC
Louisiana ATC publishes vape directory, the popular Elf Bars are not on the list
The Louisiana Office of Alcohol and Tobacco Control has released a list of of approved vape and alternative nicotine products. It's the result of legislation sponsored by Covington Representative Paul...
Nov 10, 2023
Attorneys seeking justice for Ronnie Caldwell family
Attorneys representing the family of Ronnie Caldwell say they are seeking justice and accountability. A wrongful death lawsuit has been filed against Northwestern State and the owners of The Quad apar...
Nov 09, 2023 Ronnie Caldwell, Junior, Northwestern State University football player who was killed October 12, 2023.
