Louisiana
Can David Duke Reach the Senate on Trump's Coattails?
Hillary Clinton invokes Duke's name as a reminder of Trump's white nationalism.
Flooded Residents Without Insurance Face Costly Future
Washed-out residents who didn't live in a flood zone also largely didn't carry insurance.
Zika Could Spread Beyond Florida, Health Official Warns
Historic flooding in Louisiana has increased chances that the virus could spread there.
Louisiana to Start Cleanup After Fatal Flooding
At least 13 people died, and thousands are still in shelters after historic storms.
America's Best Kept Secret: Louisiana Is Under Water
Some rivers haven't crested yet, and the flood warning has been extended to parishes that haven't seen any flooding yet.
Private Prisons: Why the DOJ is Phasing Them Out
The Justice Department called privately-operated prisons less safe and less effective than government-run facilities.
Louisiana Braces for More Rain After 'Historic' Floods
Three dead and thousands rescued as storms batter the Gulf Coast.
At Least 2 Dead, Evacuations as Storm Slams Gulf Coast
Louisiana declares a state of emergency amid widespread flooding.
David Duke, Ex-KKK Leader, Running for U.S. Senate
Donald Trump used the same two-word phrase during his speech Thursday night at the RNC.
We Should Beware Police Killings by Robot or Drone
The deployment of a robot bomb in Dallas on July 7 was the first time American police officers have used a robot to kill someone.
How Race Perverts Our View of Gun Violence
There is a perception that African-Americans are more violent and therefore an armed—white—citizenry is justified in seeking protection.
Nashville Cop Decommissioned After Facebook Comment
The cop wrote, "Yeah. I would have done 5," apparently referring to the number of times Philando Castile was shot.
Philando Castile's Death Sparks Protests, Outrage
The police shooting of Philando Castile in Minnesota occurred within a day of the police shooting of Alton Sterling in Louisiana. Both men died.
Why Is Teen Sexting a Crime When Teen Sex Isn't?
There's no evidence people who sext become involved with child porn—which should come as a relief, given that sexting is common.
New Orleans to Remove Confederate Statues
All but one of the seven New Orleans City Council members voted in favor of removing the four statues.
In Light of Paris Attacks, 26 GOP Governors, One Democrat to Refuse Syrian Refugees
One of the suicide bombers was found with a passport purported to be Syrian.
$1 Million Bail for Louisiana Police Officers Charged in Death of 6-Year-Old Boy
Norris Greenhouse Jr. and Derrick Stafford were charged with second-degree murder.
New Orleans Mayor Mitch Landrieu on the 10th Anniversary of Hurricane Katrina
Under Landrieu, the city is almost back to its pre-Katrina population with booming industry.
Former President George W. Bush Visits New Orleans for Hurricane Katrina's 10th Anniversary
Bush said he was there to remind the country what strong leadership means.
Police Officer Shot and Two Others Stabbed in Louisiana
Police later captured the suspect in Sunset, Louisiana a town about 70 miles from Baton Rouge.
Planned Parenthood Sues to Stop Funding Cuts in Louisiana
Louisiana was the first of several Southern states to announce plans to end its contract with the reproductive health organization.
Wal-Mart, Amazon Pull Toy Guns From New York Shelves
Five major companies will pay more than $300,000 in fines for selling illegal toy guns.
Two Teachers Credited With Saving Lives During Louisiana Movie Theater Shooting
Jena Meaux and Ali Martin were watching a showing of "Trainwreck" when a gunman opened fire inside the movie theater.
Louisiana Movie Theater Gunman Hated Feminists, Liberals
The suspected gunman in a fatal shooting on Thursday night was "kind of a drifter," police said.
Three Dead After Shooting at Louisiana Movie Theater
Police have identified the gunman, a white male in his 50s, as John Russell Houser.
Bobby Jindal Talks Presidency, Turtles and Puppies in Announcement Videos
Louisiana's governor enters the race for the Republican nomination.
Big Abortion Rate Drops Seen in States That Didn't Restrict Access to Abortion Clinics
On the other hand, abortion rates are up 12 percent in Louisiana, where laws have been passed to limit access to the procedure.
How Bobby Jindal Broke the Louisiana Economy
Many in the state are frustrated that their governor can't be bothered to do his day job.
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Get your fill of jambalaya, crawfish pie, Cajun jamming or zydeco blue.

