Jennings Daily News (JDN) is patiently awaiting the arrival of the first baby born in 2024. Once the new bundle of joy makes its entrance, mom or dad should come forward and identify the first baby of the new year.
(The Center Square) — Restoring the focus on education, addressing violent crime, vetting science in policy decisions, supporting small businesses and reforming health care will be Louisiana’s top priorities over the next four years.
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The countdown to Mardi Gras begins Saturday in New Orleans as Carnival season kicks off with dozens of costumed revelers and a brass band set to crowd onto a streetcar for a nighttime ride down historic St. Charles Avenue. Meanwhile, a walking club in the French Quarter will march in its annual procession honoring Joan of Arc.
(The Center Square) — Louisiana's civil justice system is costing the state's economy billions and tens of thousands of jobs, particularly in major metropolitan areas, according to new reports.
(The Center Square) – The Iowa Caucuses are scheduled for Jan. 15, leaving just over a week of breakneck campaigning before what could be a decisive day in the Republican primary.
OXFORD, Miss. — Mikaylah Williams paced LSU with 20 points to lead the Tigers to a win in their first road SEC game of the year at Ole Miss, 84-73, in the SJB Pavilion saw a record 9,074 on hand at Sunday’s game.