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Louisiana created a market to reduce water pollution. Will it actually work?
Louisiana Illuminator
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July 3, 2025
Imagine you love cherry cheesecake, and you’re happy to find out that your local bakery makes the delicious, decadent dessert every Saturday. But they only make a certain amount per week; after that, there’s no more. Your neighbors also love...
LSP: Baton Rouge man arrested for possessing child sexual abuse material
WAFB 9 - Louisiana
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July 2, 2025
The following is a statement from the Louisiana State Police: BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - In June 2025, the Louisiana State Police Special Victims Unit (LSP SVU), in partnership with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Baton Rouge Field...
'Big, beautiful bill': Louisiana lawmakers react to bill heading to President Trump's desk
WDSU 6 - Louisiana
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July 4, 2025
Louisiana lawmakers are reacting to the House passing President Donald Trump's "big, beautiful bill."Trump's proposed bill has raised concerns in Louisiana about potential Medicaid cuts and the closure of rural hospitals, with state leaders...
Louisiana’s Latest Warning: Online Casino-Style Games Deemed Unlawful
102.5 Kiss FM - Texas
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July 4, 2025
Popular online gambling websites like Stake.US have become incredibly popular with young adults and influencers like Adin Ross, but not in Louisiana. The Bayou State's laws make websites like it illegal, according to a new letter from the Attorney...
Louisiana leaders speak on Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill'
WWL - Louisiana
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July 3, 2025
NEW ORLEANS — House Republicans propelled President Donald Trump’s big multitrillion-dollar tax breaks and spending cuts bill to final passage Thursday in Congress, overcoming multiple setbacks to approve his signature second-term policy package...
Military to deploy 200 Marines to Florida to assist ICE
Washington Examiner
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July 4, 2025
The purpose of the deployment is “to augment U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s interior immigration enforcement mission with critical administrative and logistical capabilities at locations as directed by ICE,” U.S. Northern Command said...
Clash coming for Ten Commandments law
Taylor Press - Texas
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July 5, 2025
SB 10 requires posting the guidelines in all classrooms A new state law commanding the posting of the Ten Commandments in public school classrooms has opponents trumpeting challenges both in court and on campus. Arguing Senate Bill 10’s...
Mayoral candidate Helena Moreno tells Reddit it's a ‘dangerous time for New Orleans’
Gambit - Louisiana
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New Orleans City Council Vice President Helena Moreno told Reddit users Tuesday evening that she’s running for mayor because “this is a very dangerous time for New Orleans,” citing “financial, climate and political instability.” “There are many...
Moreno Has Big Early Fundraising Lead For New Orleans Mayor's Race
WRNO - Louisiana
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Campaign finance reports show City Council vice president Helena Moreno is off to a big early fundraising lead in the race for New Orleans mayor. Between January 1 and April 4, Moreno raised more than $889,000 and had more than $1.5 million on...
Trump signs ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’ into law at Independence Day event
Telengana Today
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July 5, 2025
President Donald Trump signed the “One Big Beautiful Bill” into law during the Independence Day celebrations at the White House. The bill includes major tax and spending cuts, along with border security investments. Trump hailed it as a “new...
New Orleans golden buzzer singer awaits 'America's Got Talent' return: 'It's absolutely insane'
The Advocate - Louisiana
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New Orleans singer Jourdan Blue is in waiting mode at the moment. One might catch him singing on a French Quarter corner or performing at a private party. But come August, he'll be back in Los Angeles to continue his "America's Got Talent"...
Baton Rouge’s First Free Sunday events encourage lifelong learning—at no cost
225 Magazine
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July 1, 2025
On the first Sunday of every month, Baton Rougeans flock to museums and historic landmarks in the Capital Region that are open for free to the public. First Free Sunday allows thousands of people to access cultural experiences that they otherwise...
Trump signs 'One Big Beautiful Bill' into law
The Hans India
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July 5, 2025
Washington: US President Donald Trump signed the “One Big Beautiful Bill” into law during the Independence Day ceremony at the White House. This came a day after the House of Representatives passed the bill, giving final approval to President...
Louisiana Girds for Megabill Fallout
Political Wire
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July 3, 2025
Politico: “Louisiana is poorer, sicker and hungrier than most states, and the deep cuts to Medicaid have a growing number of Republicans in Louisiana worried that Congress and the White House are going too far. They are anxious that rural...
Speaker Mike Johnson shares Fourth of July sentiments and political views
Shreveport Reporter - Louisiana
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July 4, 2025
U.S. Rep. Mike Johnson representing Louisiana's 4th Congressional District | Official U.S. House headshotU.S. Rep. Mike Johnson representing Louisiana's 4th Congressional District | Official U.S. House headshot Mike Johnson, a U.S. Congressman...
Military sending 200 Marines to help ICE in Florida
CBS News
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The Marine Corps is sending about 200 service members to assist Immigration and Customs Enforcement in Florida, in the Trump administration's latest use of the military to boost its immigration operations. U.S. Northern Command announced the move...
Hot Dog eating contest benefits non-profit
Nola - Louisiana
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The Son of a Saint organization held its 11th annual Fourth of July Fest at Dat Dog in New Orleans, Friday, July 4, 2025. The highlight of the event is the hot dog eating contest. Peter Bogren, left, works his way through another hot dog in the...
Louisiana's share of offshore oil revenue boosted by 'big bill.' Money will aid coastal protection.
Nola - Louisiana
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The Trump administration's tax and spending bill approved by Congress on Thursday includes a long-sought measure to increase the amount of offshore oil-and-gas revenue that Louisiana receives from the federal government. The little-known provision...
Search for Lawyers Intensifies as Court Detentions Ramp Up
Documented - New York
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July 7, 2025
I. M. always believed having a lawyer would help his odds when seeking asylum. When he arrived in New York City in June of 2023, the 53-year-old Peruvian made it his mission to contact multiple legal organizations city-wide. But all of them told...
Donald Trump Has Wrapped His Political Career in the American Flag
The Japan News
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July 5, 2025
Tom Brenner/For The Washington Post President Donald Trump, joined by Sen. James E. Risch (R-Idaho), watches as a flag is raised on the South Lawn of the White House, on June 18. The Washington Post 12:08 JST, July 5, 2025 He was born on June 14,...