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There are several ceremonies commemorating Memorial Day today. Jeanne Burns reports. Cut 1 (32) “…I’m Jeanne Burns.” ____________________________________________ Legislation is nearing final passage that would allow political parties decide if they want “No Party” voters to vote in their primaries. Jeff Palermo has the story… Cut 2 (33) “…I’m Jeff Palermo.” ____________________________________________ Today is Memorial […]

It will be a wet Memorial Day weekend as the state is stuck in a rainy weather pattern that will stick around into next week. Chanelle Stigger, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Lake Charles, says we are looking at some impressive rain totals for the next week. Cut 9 (08)  “…next seven […]

It’ll be a wet Memorial Day weekend as the state is stuck in a rainy weather pattern that will stick around into next week.  . Chanelle Stigger, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Lake Charles, says rain chances are higher on Saturday and Sunday and they drop off for Monday. She says the […]

If you’re looking to satisfy your craving for crawfish this Memorial Day weekend, it’s the perfect weekend.  Here’s Andrew Greenstein. Cut 1 (33) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.” It’s also Click It Or Ticket time as law enforcement will be focused on those not wearing their seatbelts now through June 1st. Greg Fischer with the Louisiana Highway […]

It will be a wet Memorial Day weekend as the state is stuck in a rainy weather pattern that will stick around into next week. Chanelle Stigger, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Lake Charles, says we are looking at some impressive rain totals for the next week. Cut 9 (08)  “…next seven […]

The Louisiana Department of Health announces that starting Tuesday SNAP recipients will only be able to use their EBT cards for purchases within the state and in ZIP codes adjacent to Louisiana’s border in neighboring states. L-D-H says the change protects benefits from fraud and out of state use. If you’re looking to satisfy your […]

When you’re enjoying this holiday weekend, make sure you bring your umbrella, because it’s going to be a wet one. In fact, some areas could see as much as 15 inches of rain over the next seven days! Chanelle Stigger, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Lake Charles, says a stationary frontal system […]

Tonight LSU and Alabama face each other in an NCAA Softball Super Regional in Tuscaloosa. LSU is making its 11th NCAA Super Regional Appearance, and they are playing their best softball of the season, winning 12 of its last 15. The offense has come around, led by Jalia Lassiter, Kylee Edwards and Sierra Daniel. Coach […]

This Memorial Day weekend is going to be a wet one. Chanelle Stigger, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Lake Charles, says rain chances are higher tomorrow and Sunday, and they drop off for Monday – just in time for your backyard barbecue. She says the clouds and rain will ultimately make it […]

A bill awaiting the governor’s signature is a measure that would eliminate the need for drivers to get an inspection sticker for their vehicle. It will be replaced by a six-dollar Q-R code that you would get in the mail, just like you get your registration sticker for your license plate. Stonewall Representative Larry Bagley […]

If you’re looking to satisfy your craving for crawfish one last time this year, this is the perfect weekend to do so. Andrew Greenstein reports. Cut 1 (33) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.” ____________________________________________ A memorial service takes place Saturday in Lake Charles for hall of fame football coach Bobby Keasler. Jeff Palermo has the story. Cut […]

When you’re enjoying this holiday weekend, make sure you bring your umbrella, because it’s going to be a wet one. In fact, some areas could see as much as 15 inches of rain over the next seven days! Chanelle Stigger, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Lake Charles, says a stationary frontal system […]

This Memorial Day weekend is going to be a wet one. Chanelle Stigger, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Lake Charles, says rain chances are higher on Saturday and Sunday, and they drop off for Monday – just in time for your backyard barbecue. She says the clouds and rain will ultimately make […]

La Tech competed in its final Conference USA contest today as the Diamond Dogs lost to Liberty six to nothing to finish 0-2 in the CUSA Tournament. Tech finishes the season with a 33-25 record. Coach Lane Burroughs calls it an average season and an average season is not good enough. Grambling has been eliminated […]

A Senate committee approves a budget that takes into account a revenue shortfall of 104-million dollars. Senate Finance Chairman Glen Womack says the fewer dollars available is the result of the Revenue Estimating Conference adopting an economic forecast less robust than previously predicted. Womack says this means additional dollars for school vouchers and education operation […]

Another long day of debate over a new congressional map; and despite strong opposition from Black lawmakers, the Republican-led legislature is poised to pass a map with one majority-minority district. Jeff Palermo has the story. Cut 1 (38) “…I’m Jeff Palermo.” The debate wasn’t without some infighting among Republicans, however, as they discussed an amendment […]

A Senate committee approves a budget that takes into account a revenue shortfall of 104-million dollars. Senate Finance Chairman Glen Womack says the fewer dollars available is the result of the Revenue Estimating Conference adopting an economic forecast less robust than previously predicted. Womack says this means additional dollars for school vouchers and education operation […]

Inspection stickers in Louisiana are now one gubernatorial signature away from disappearing for good. Andrew Greenstein reports. Cut 2 (35) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.” A Congressional map that eliminates one of the state’s two majority Black districts was approved by the House Governmental Affairs Committee. Democrats strongly oppose the map and there is a difference of […]

The House Governmental Affairs Committee has approved a proposed Congressional map that eliminates one of the state’s majority Black districts. West Monroe Senator Jay Morris says race was not used as a factor in drawing the map, but New Orleans Representative Delisha Boyd countered by saying it sure seems the map is drawn to benefit […]

Tough loss for the Ragin Cajuns baseball team last night in the Sun Belt Tournament. U-L Lafayette was up three to nothing in the ninth, thanks to some great pitching from Ty Roman, but gave up four runs in the bottom of the ninth off of three relievers and lost to Texas State four to […]

The Congressional map Republican lawmakers are pushing cleared another legislative hurdle yesterday as the House Governmental Affairs Committee approved the new map on a ten-seven vote after a ten hour plus debate. If the proposed map is signed by the governor, one of the state’s two majority Black districts will be eliminated and Republicans will […]

Another long day of debate over a new congressional map; and despite strong opposition from Black lawmakers, the Republican-led legislature is poised to pass a map with one majority-minority district. Jeff Palermo has the story. Cut 1 (38) “…I’m Jeff Palermo.” ____________________________________________ Inspection stickers in Louisiana are now one gubernatorial signature away from disappearing for […]

The debate in the House Governmental Affairs Committee over a congressional map with one majority-minority district has been going on all day. West Monroe Senator Jay Morris’ measure would most likely result in five Republicans and one Democrat representing Louisiana in the U.S. House of Representatives, upsetting Black lawmakers who want two majority-minority districts. Cut […]

Former Tigers head coach Ed Orgeron is returning as an assistant coach at LSU. Joe Gallinaro has the story. Cut 1 (34) “…I’m Joe Gallinaro.” ____________________________________________ Hurricane season starts a week from Monday. What kind of season can we expect this year? Andrew Greenstein has some insight. Cut 2 (35) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.” ____________________________________________ After […]

Debate on a congressional map that reduces the number of majority Black districts from two to one shifts over to the House today as the Governmental Affairs committee discusses the Senate-approved map. Political analyst Bernie Pinsonat says Democrats do not have enough votes to stop the so-called 5-1 map from passing. Cut 13 (07)  “…favor […]

The House Governmental Affairs Committee begins debate this morning on the proposed congressional map that eliminates one of the state’s two majority Black districts. Joe Gallinaro has the story. Cut 3 (31) “…I’m Joe Gallinaro.” Bill Cassidy may have lost his bid for re-election, but he’s by no means packing it in. He still has […]

A New Orleans-area lawmaker’s effort to prevent a governor from serving more than two consecutive terms continues to make its way through the legislative process. Jeff Palermo has the story. Cut 1 (35) “…I’m Jeff Palermo.” ____________________________________________ The general election in Louisiana’s U.S. Senate race is going to be a Republican blowout, right? One prominent […]

Election Day is upon us. Jeff Palermo has a preview. Cut 1 (30) “…I’m Jeff Palermo.” ____________________________________________ May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and there is a place you can call or text if you need someone to talk with. Michelle Southern has more. Cut 2 (32) “…I’m Michelle Southern.” ____________________________________________ Election Day is upon […]

The U.S. Senate primary election is tomorrow. Andrew Greenstein has a preview. Cut 1 (35) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.” ____________________________________________ Now that we’re in the middle of the spring, now is the time to take steps to protect your home from termites, if you haven’t already done so. Andrew Greenstein explains why. Cut 2 (28) “…I’m […]

When the calendar flips to 2027, you will no longer have to renew your vehicle inspection sticker. Andrew Greenstein reports. Cut 1 (35) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.” ____________________________________________ 16 and 17-year-olds can now get a job without all the red tape. Joe Gallinaro reports. Cut 2 (35) “…I’m Joe Gallinaro.” ____________________________________________ If your vehicle inspection sticker […]

For the first time ever, Louisiana will have a recreational alligator hunting season. Joe Gallinaro reports. Cut 1 (35) “…I’m Joe Gallinaro.” ____________________________________________ For the next five days, listen to the radio or watch TV at your own risk. Andrew Greenstein explains why. Cut 2 (35) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.” ____________________________________________ LSU has tied a program […]

Some surprising early voting numbers released by the Secretary of State’s office. Andrew Greenstein reports. Cut 1 (34) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.” ____________________________________________ State Senator Jay Morris is accused of using a derogatory word towards Black people at a racially charged Senate Committee meeting. Jeff Palermo has the story. Cut 2 (45) “…I’m Jeff Palermo.” ____________________________________________ […]

The deadline to file and pay 2025 Louisiana state income tax is this Friday, May 15. Kace Kieschnick reports. Cut 1 (32) “…I’m Kace Kieschnick.” ____________________________________________ Debate continues this week on drawing a new Congressional map. Joe Gallinaro has the story… Cut 2 (35) “…I’m Joe Gallinaro.” ____________________________________________ A proposal that seeks to make it […]

Public discussion is underway on drawing up a new Congressional District map. Jeff Palermo has the story… Cut 2 (38) “…I’m Jeff Palermo.” We’re getting word of an explosion at a refinery in Chalmette. The explosion at Chalmette Refining happened just before one this afternoon. While it shook several nearby businesses, there are no reports […]

The Senate Governmental Affairs Committee spent a while on Friday debating proposed Congressional maps to replace the one the U-S Supreme Court ruled an unconstitutional racial gerrymander. Four past and present Black Louisiana Congressman testified in support of a map with two majority minority districts. New Orleans Congressman Troy Carter says it’s simple math, one […]

Two people connected with last month’s mass shooting in Shreveport where a gunman killed eight children have been indicted by a federal grand jury. U-S Attorney for the Western District of Louisiana, Zachary Keller, says one of men indicted is Charles Ford. It’s believed the gun Shamar Elkins used on April 19th belonged to Ford… Cut […]

Public discussion is underway on drawing up a new Congressional District map. Jeff Palermo has the story… Cut 2 (38) “…I’m Jeff Palermo.” We’re getting word of an explosion at a refinery in Chalmette. The explosion at Chalmette Refining happened just before one this afternoon. While it shook several nearby businesses, there are no reports […]

Emotions will be running high this morning when the Senate Governmental Affairs Committee meets to discuss a new Congressional map. Jeff Palermo has the story…. Cut 1 (39) “…I’m Jeff Palermo.” ____________________________________________ Be on the lookout for special coins that commemorate America’s 250th birthday. Joe Gallinaro has the story… Cut 2 (30) “…I’m Joe Gallinaro.” […]

It’s no secret Louisiana’s shrimping industry is struggling. The L-P-B Show Louisiana Spotlight explores the challenges facing the industry. Joe Gallinaro has more… Cut 1 (31) “…I’m Joe Gallinaro.” ____________________________________________ The statewide average price for a gallon of regular gasoline has surpassed four-dollars for the first time since 2022. Joe Gallinaro has more… Cut 2 […]

While the national smoking rate dropped to a new milestone, advocates in Louisiana acknowledge that there’s more work to do. Joe Gallinaro reports… Cut 1 (35) “…I’m Joe Gallinaro.” ____________________________________________ Ruston High School two-sport star Ahmad Hudson has committed to play football at LSU and also wants to play hoops for coach Will Wade. Jeff […]

Reaction to yesterday’s Supreme Court decision that ruled Louisiana’s congressional map unconstitutional is split down the same ideological lines as the ruling itself. Andrew Greenstein reports. Cut 1 (30) “…I’m Andrew Greenstein.” ____________________________________________ The Supreme Court ruling that throws out Louisiana’s congressional map is not good news for Democrat Cleo Fields, who represents the district […]