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Louisiana Republicans seek one primary color
Lt. Gov. Billy Nungesser, left, welcomes Gov. John Bel Edwards to the stage Tuesday, May 22, 2018, at Earl K. Long Gym on the campus of the University of Louisiana at Lafayette in Lafayette, La. Lt. Gov. Billy Nungesser, left, welcomes Gov. John Bel Edwards to the stage Tuesday, May 22, 2018, at Earl K. Long Gym on the campus of the University of Louisiana at Lafayette in Lafayette, La.
A question of ‘frustration’: Does Gov. John Bel Edwards support the death penalty?
Does Gov. John Bel Edwards support the death penalty? It's a question that chief political rival Attorney General Jeff Landry has been pushing for weeks now, with no clear answer from the governor, who has repeatedly deferred to state law on the matter and dismissed questions about his personal views on the topic. "The biggest frustration is that the governor just won't give us an answer.
U.S. Senate votes to extend federal flood insurance program; critics urge private alternative
On the day it was scheduled to expire, the U.S. Senate voted Tuesday to extend the National Flood Insurance Program for four months through Nov. 30. The bipartisan vote for the extension was 86 to 12. Louisiana Congressman Steve Scalise authored the bill that also passed in the U.S. House of Representatives, 366 to 52. It now heads to President Donald Trump for his signature or veto.
James Gill: Trump and Giuliani, fighting over Louisiana
Rudy Giuliani, former mayor of New York City, left, and 3rd District congressional candidate Josh Guillory speak to media Monday, June 25, 2018, at the Petroleum Club in Lafayette, La. Rudy Giuliani, former mayor of New York City, left, and 3rd District congressional candidate Josh Guillory speak to media Monday, June 25, 2018, at the Petroleum Club in Lafayette, La.
Political Horizons: History is not on Gov. Edward’s side regarding re-election
Former Gov. Sam Jones of Lake Charles, left, a member of the State Democratic Central Committee, listens speculatively as Gov. Earl K. Long talks to him during the committee session at the State Capitol. Jones and Long are political foes.
On flood insurance, here’s why John Kennedy thinks reform is languishing
The National Flood Insurance Program , a vital but cracking foundation for homeowners and businesses alike in south Louisiana, expires in one month. Lawmakers have been trying for years to stabilize it for the long term, but they might simply pass yet another short-term extension by mid-summer, again putting off the painful repairs.
Louisiana Spotlight: With the special session’s deadline nearing, will Louisiana have a budget?
Gov. John Bel Edwards speaks Tuesday, May 22, 2018, at Earl K. Long Gym on the campus of the University of Louisiana at Lafayette in Lafayette, La. Gov. John Bel Edwards speaks Tuesday, May 22, 2018, at Earl K. Long Gym on the campus of the University of Louisiana at Lafayette in Lafayette, La.
Two Lawmakers in Louisiana Get Into a Fist Fight
Two state lawmakers got into a fist fight in a downtown Baton Rouge bar just before 1 a.m. Wednesday, both admitted hours later in their respective chambers, apologizing to other members, their constituents and each other.
Looking for Louisiana women to join a nationwide conversation across divides
Are you a woman in Louisiana interested in joining a respectful online conversation with women from around the country who have different political opinions, experiences and backgrounds? The Times-Picayune and Spaceship Media are hosting a moderated conversation in a closed Facebook group that will bring together women of all political stripes, from conservative to libertarian to liberal. The conversation, The Many: A Conversation Across Divides , is supported by journalists and librarians who supply research to inform the group's discussions.
Tammy Savoie, retired Air Force colonel, running for Congress against Steve Scalise
Tammy Savoie, a retired Air Force psychologist, is taking on U.S. Rep. Steve Scalise in the Nov. 6 election. She's the fourth candidate in Louisiana's 1st Congressional District race but the first who is a not a married man with a computer programming background.
Plessy v. Ferguson
Plessy v. Ferguson , case in which the U.S. Supreme Court , on May 18, 1896, by a seven-to-one majority , advanced the controversial " racial segregation laws.
State defends law on abortion doctors’ hospital privileges
Lawyers for the state of Louisiana asked a federal appeals court Thursday to uphold a law requiring that doctors who perform abortions have admitting privileges at nearby hospitals. The arguments involve a law blocked by a federal judge in Baton Rouge last year after the U.S. Supreme Court struck down a similar Texas law.
Mayo: Crime consultant CenturyLink’s idea
The city of Monroe retained a consultant last year to propose "best practices" to combat crime and improve community confidence at the request of Glen Post, CenturyLink's chief executive officer, Mayor Jamie Mayo says. In recent years, the city has faced record highs in violent crime, according to the Federal Bureau of Investigation's uniform crime reporting data, as previously reported by The Ouachita Citizen .
New Social Capital Index IDs health of American communities; Louisiana ranks last
A new report produced by U.S. Sen. Mike Lee, R-Utah, identifies key factors of economic opportunity and social cohesion in American communities to rank states according to a newly released Social Capital Index.
Lanny Keller: A key misconception of GOP lawmakers — they think Louisiana voters want cuts
Rep. Lance Harris, R-Alexandria, left, chats with House Appropriations chairman Rep. Cameron Henry Jr., R-Metairie, as Henry prepares to close on HB1, the state budget bill, Thursday April 19, 2018, in Baton Rouge, La. The budget bill passed 55-47.
Community column for April 10
John James Audubon Chapter members attended the Louisiana Daughters of the American Revolution State Conference March 15-17 at the Renaissance Hotel in Baton Rouge. Shown are, from left, seated, Chapter Regent Georgia LaCour, President General Ann Dillon, State Regent Zora Olsson, State Third Vice Regent Margaret Tyler, State Treasurer Charlotte White; standing, Nola Labat, Yvonne Lewis Day, Amy Fontenot, Denise Malesic, Betty Jo Snellgrove, Stella Tanoos, Bridget May, Carole Gloger, Norma Gerace, Essie Mongeau, Shirley Newsham, Gloria Wilbert, Paula Wilbert, Sue Ann Shore, Sue Badeaux, Denise Lindsly and Glenda Carlile.
Analysis: Louisiana lawmakers seek to keep records hidden
Louisiana's lawmakers are considering ways to lock away more information from public view this session, proposing a list of public records exemptions that would chip away at people's rights to see information from government agencies. The number and breadth of exemptions filed for consideration represent an uptick, raising concerns that public officials are working to shield too many documents that tell citizens about the inner workings of their taxpayer-financed government agencies.
Lawyers: Prosecutors withheld evidence of teen’s innocence
A legal team has petitioned the U.S. Supreme Court to hear its claim that Louisiana prosecutors withheld evidence for a murder trial that ended in a guilty verdict against an intellectually disabled teenager accused of killing a pizza deliveryman. Corey Williams was 16 years old when police arrested him in the shooting death of Jarvis Griffin two decades ago in Caddo Parish, where prosecutors have been widely criticized for their aggressive approach to seeking the death penalty.
Stephanie Grace: Retiring Mississippi Sen. Thad Cochran was there was Louisiana needed him
In this Jan. 21, 2018, photo, lights shine inside the U.S. Capitol Building as night falls in Washington. President Donald Trump will deliver his first State of the Union address Tuesday night but, as always, lawmakers are angling to steal part of the spotlight.