Category Archives: Politics & Government
Department of Insurance going all out to replace homeowner's coverage for thousand dumped by exiting insurers.
Insurance Commissioner Jim Donelon says his department is doing all it can to find new property insurance coverage for tens of thousands of Louisianans who've been dumped by their current coverage. Si...
Jul 06, 2022
Louisiana "Pink Tax" sales tax exemption on feminine products and diapers is in effect
Beginning today you'll no longer pay state sales tax on feminine products along with diapers. It's called the "Pink Tax" exemption and it's a result of New Orleans Representative Aimee Freeman's legis...
Jul 01, 2022 New Orleans Rep. Aimee Freeman (D)
Over 20 bills vetoed by Gov. Edwards. Will lawmakers vote to have an override session?
Governor John Bel Edwards vetoed 28 bills passed by state lawmakers during the recent regular legislative session. Now, the question is "will lawmakers convene a veto override session?" House speaker ...
Jun 30, 2022
GOHSEP launches a program to help Hurricane Ida survivors who are still in need
The Governor's Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness launches a program to help Hurricane Ida survivors who have exhausted all their avenues in recovery but still need assistance. Spo...
Jun 30, 2022 Hurricane Ida 2021.
Louisiana to use controversial Congressional district map approved by the Legislature for the Fall elections
Qualifying for the Congressional elections is next month and based on a ruling from the U.S. Supreme Court this week, Louisiana will use the district map approved by the Legislature in February. What ...
Jun 29, 2022
Director of a Louisiana abortion clinic says they are fully booked until July 8th court date
Since a temporary restraining order was placed on Louisiana abortion trigger laws Monday, abortions can continue in the state. Director of the Hope Medical Center for Women in Shreveport, Kathaleen Pi...
Jun 29, 2022
SCOTUS orders Louisiana to use congressional passed by legislature in fall 2022 election
The United States Supreme Court issues a hold on a lower court ruling that Louisiana must draw a new congressional map. Federal Judge Shelly Dick was to receive a map with two Black majority districts...
Jun 28, 2022 John Brighenti / CC
Fair Fight Initiative pledges to provide legal support should anyone in Louisiana be prosecuted under abortion ban laws
The Fair Fight Initiative provides legal services for those who otherwise can't afford it and founding member, David Utter said they're also offering to help individuals who find themselves facing cri...
Jun 28, 2022
Oil & gas industry leaders ask White House to support US energy producers
Dozens of leaders within the oil and gas industry have signed off on a letter to President Joe Biden, urging him to visit domestic energy facilities prior to a scheduled visit to Saudi Arabia next mon...
Jun 28, 2022
Governor signs law that seeks to prevent a student from going hungry on a college campus
A bill to establish colleges as a "hunger-free campus" in Louisiana has been signed into law. University of Louisiana System President Jim Henderson praises the law and says it's designed to address f...
Jun 28, 2022
