CDC confirms first severe human case of bird flu in U.S.
First severe H5N1 bird flu case in the U.S. linked to backyard birds. Public health officials monitoring closely.
Louisiana bars health dept. from promoting flu, COVID, mpox vaccines: Report
Louisiana's health department prevents vaccine promotion amidst rising anti-vaccine sentiment, significantly impacting public health outreach.
Bird flu jumps from birds to human in Louisiana; patient hospitalized
A Louisiana resident is hospitalized with H5N1 after contact with sick birds, marking the state's first human case.
Public health officials advise caution around sick or dead birds due to low but present risks.
H5N1 has expanded beyond birds, affecting various mammals, including dairy cows, since early 2022.
U.S. Has a First Case of Severe Bird Flu, CDC Confirms in H5N1 Update
Severe H5N1 case hospitalized in Louisiana, raising concerns about avian influenza spread to humans.
CDC reports 61 human H5N1 cases in the U.S. this year, mostly mild.
As public health becomes political, state surgeons general play delicate role
Louisiana established the position of state surgeon general with little opposition to focus on wellness and prevention.
The new state surgeon general will work alongside the secretary of the Louisiana Department of Health as co-leaders.
The appointment of Dr. Ralph Abraham, a former Republican congressman, as Louisiana's state surgeon general reflects politicization of public health issues.
CDC confirms first severe human case of bird flu in U.S.
First severe H5N1 bird flu case in the U.S. linked to backyard birds. Public health officials monitoring closely.
Louisiana bars health dept. from promoting flu, COVID, mpox vaccines: Report
Louisiana's health department prevents vaccine promotion amidst rising anti-vaccine sentiment, significantly impacting public health outreach.
Bird flu jumps from birds to human in Louisiana; patient hospitalized
A Louisiana resident is hospitalized with H5N1 after contact with sick birds, marking the state's first human case.
Public health officials advise caution around sick or dead birds due to low but present risks.
H5N1 has expanded beyond birds, affecting various mammals, including dairy cows, since early 2022.
U.S. Has a First Case of Severe Bird Flu, CDC Confirms in H5N1 Update
Severe H5N1 case hospitalized in Louisiana, raising concerns about avian influenza spread to humans.
CDC reports 61 human H5N1 cases in the U.S. this year, mostly mild.
As public health becomes political, state surgeons general play delicate role
Louisiana established the position of state surgeon general with little opposition to focus on wellness and prevention.
The new state surgeon general will work alongside the secretary of the Louisiana Department of Health as co-leaders.
The appointment of Dr. Ralph Abraham, a former Republican congressman, as Louisiana's state surgeon general reflects politicization of public health issues.
Why has California declared a state of emergency over bird flu?
H5N1 bird flu cases are rising in the US, leading to emergency measures in California and a severe case reported in Louisiana.
These New Orleans nurses voted to unionize-but say they can't get a contract without a strike
Louisiana's private-sector nurses staged their first-ever strike, demanding a first contract from their union amid a national surge in precontract strikes.
Louisiana's Ten Commandments Law Signals a Broader Christian Agenda
The Louisiana governor, Jeff Landry, and the Republican-led Legislature are implementing laws aligned with conservative Christian beliefs, such as addressing transgender students by birth certificate gender pronouns and mandating Ten Commandments in public classrooms.
Governor brought tiger to LSU; student jailed over threat
A Louisiana student was arrested for threatening Governor Jeff Landry after he brought a tiger to a football game, claiming it was a joke.
Louisiana's Ten Commandments Law Signals a Broader Christian Agenda
The Louisiana governor, Jeff Landry, and the Republican-led Legislature are implementing laws aligned with conservative Christian beliefs, such as addressing transgender students by birth certificate gender pronouns and mandating Ten Commandments in public classrooms.
Governor brought tiger to LSU; student jailed over threat
A Louisiana student was arrested for threatening Governor Jeff Landry after he brought a tiger to a football game, claiming it was a joke.
Louisiana Parents Sue to Block Display of Ten Commandments in Schools
The Louisiana state law mandating Ten Commandments in public school classrooms faces legal challenge from parents for being unconstitutional.
Louisiana sued over law making schools show Ten Commandments DW 06/25/2024
Mandatory display of Ten Commandments in Louisiana school classrooms sparks civil liberties lawsuit.
Judge blocks La. law putting Ten Commandments in classrooms
A federal judge blocks a Louisiana law requiring Ten Commandments postings in public classrooms, ruling it unconstitutional under the First Amendment.
Louisiana schools can't post Ten Commandments while law is challenged
Louisiana passed a law requiring public schools to display the Ten Commandments, prompting a lawsuit and a federal judge's temporary injunction.
Teachers, Parents, And Everyday Folk - Tell Us Your Thoughts On Louisiana's New Law Requiring The Ten Commandments Be Displayed In All Public School Classrooms
The new law in Louisiana requires the display of the Ten Commandments in public school classrooms, sparking controversy and legal challenges.
Judge Blocks Louisiana Law Requiring 10 Commandments in Every Classroom
A federal judge has blocked Louisiana's law requiring Ten Commandments displays in classrooms, citing constitutional issues and violations of students' rights.
Louisiana Parents Sue to Block Display of Ten Commandments in Schools
The Louisiana state law mandating Ten Commandments in public school classrooms faces legal challenge from parents for being unconstitutional.
Louisiana sued over law making schools show Ten Commandments DW 06/25/2024
Mandatory display of Ten Commandments in Louisiana school classrooms sparks civil liberties lawsuit.
Judge blocks La. law putting Ten Commandments in classrooms
A federal judge blocks a Louisiana law requiring Ten Commandments postings in public classrooms, ruling it unconstitutional under the First Amendment.
Louisiana schools can't post Ten Commandments while law is challenged
Louisiana passed a law requiring public schools to display the Ten Commandments, prompting a lawsuit and a federal judge's temporary injunction.
Teachers, Parents, And Everyday Folk - Tell Us Your Thoughts On Louisiana's New Law Requiring The Ten Commandments Be Displayed In All Public School Classrooms
The new law in Louisiana requires the display of the Ten Commandments in public school classrooms, sparking controversy and legal challenges.
Judge Blocks Louisiana Law Requiring 10 Commandments in Every Classroom
A federal judge has blocked Louisiana's law requiring Ten Commandments displays in classrooms, citing constitutional issues and violations of students' rights.
The Prison Rodeo at the Heart of Legal Enslavement
Angola Prison exemplifies legal slavery in the U.S., emphasizing the exploitation of incarcerated individuals through prison labor on its massive farmland.
Louisiana overhauled its prison system. Now Republicans may undo changes.
Louisiana's prison reforms led to reduced incarceration rates and significant cost savings.
The new Republican administration in Louisiana seeks to scale back the prison reforms due to concerns about rising violent crime.
The Prison Rodeo at the Heart of Legal Enslavement
Angola Prison exemplifies legal slavery in the U.S., emphasizing the exploitation of incarcerated individuals through prison labor on its massive farmland.
Louisiana overhauled its prison system. Now Republicans may undo changes.
Louisiana's prison reforms led to reduced incarceration rates and significant cost savings.
The new Republican administration in Louisiana seeks to scale back the prison reforms due to concerns about rising violent crime.
Louisiana Governor Landry Calls for Special Session to Cut Corporate Taxes
Louisiana's special session suggests tax cuts for corporations amidst economic strife, raising concerns about the logic behind taxing those causing environmental harm.
Wisconsin's Supreme Court's decision aids Democrats in attempting to gain majority control for the 2026 elections by redistricting.
Supreme Court to Hear Louisiana Voting Map Dispute
Supreme Court to hear Louisiana map dispute impacting majority-Black districts and potential Voting Rights Act interpretations.
Supreme Court Will Weigh in on New Mostly Black Louisiana Congressional District After Election
Supreme Court will review Louisiana's redistricting case regarding race-based congressional map adjustments before the 2024 election.
Supreme Court, for Now, Allows Louisiana Voting Map to Move Forward
The Supreme Court temporarily revived a congressional map in Louisiana, impacting Democrats' chances of gaining control.
Speaker Mike Johnson Tells GOP Lawmakers in Louisiana to Ignore Court Order to Draw Black District
Black voters compose a majority in just one of the state's six districts, despite making up a third of the population.
Speaker of the House Mike Johnson is urging GOP legislators in Louisiana to continue fighting against a federal court ruling that the state's congressional maps are unconstitutional and violate the voting rights of Black residents.
Supreme Court to Hear Louisiana Voting Map Dispute
Supreme Court to hear Louisiana map dispute impacting majority-Black districts and potential Voting Rights Act interpretations.
Supreme Court Will Weigh in on New Mostly Black Louisiana Congressional District After Election
Supreme Court will review Louisiana's redistricting case regarding race-based congressional map adjustments before the 2024 election.
Supreme Court, for Now, Allows Louisiana Voting Map to Move Forward
The Supreme Court temporarily revived a congressional map in Louisiana, impacting Democrats' chances of gaining control.
Speaker Mike Johnson Tells GOP Lawmakers in Louisiana to Ignore Court Order to Draw Black District
Black voters compose a majority in just one of the state's six districts, despite making up a third of the population.
Speaker of the House Mike Johnson is urging GOP legislators in Louisiana to continue fighting against a federal court ruling that the state's congressional maps are unconstitutional and violate the voting rights of Black residents.
Louisiana Has Classified Abortion Pills As Dangerous Controlled Substances
Louisiana's reclassification of abortion pills as controlled substances may hinder essential obstetric care, particularly in managing complications like postpartum hemorrhage.
Louisiana hospitals and pharmacists prep for new abortion pill rules
Louisiana's new law classifies abortion-related drugs as controlled substances, raising concerns over patient access and safety.
Deranged Anti-Abortion Law Will Keep Hospitals From Saving Dying Women, Doctors Say
Louisiana's legislation categorizes life-saving reproductive and emergency medications as controlled substances, threatening women’s access to healthcare.
Doctors are alarmed about the potential life-threatening consequences of reclassifying essential drugs for women's health.
Louisiana Has Classified Abortion Pills As Dangerous Controlled Substances
Louisiana's reclassification of abortion pills as controlled substances may hinder essential obstetric care, particularly in managing complications like postpartum hemorrhage.
Louisiana hospitals and pharmacists prep for new abortion pill rules
Louisiana's new law classifies abortion-related drugs as controlled substances, raising concerns over patient access and safety.
Deranged Anti-Abortion Law Will Keep Hospitals From Saving Dying Women, Doctors Say
Louisiana's legislation categorizes life-saving reproductive and emergency medications as controlled substances, threatening women’s access to healthcare.
Doctors are alarmed about the potential life-threatening consequences of reclassifying essential drugs for women's health.
In Louisiana, natural gas terminals have destroyed communities. Trump wants to build more
Liquefied natural gas terminals pose serious health threats and environmental damage in Louisiana, questioning their economic benefits despite claims of prosperity.
Ex-prosecutor indicted for alleged bribery conspiracy is 'honorable man,' his lawyer says
Former prosecutor Gary Haynes is accused of a kickback scheme, but his lawyer asserts he is innocent and an 'honorable man.'
10-year-old who went missing in woods found with help of thermal imaging drone
A 10-year-old girl named Peyton was found safe in Louisiana after a search involving drones and community volunteers.
Francine takes aim at Louisiana, where it's expected to hit as a hurricane
Tropical Storm Francine poses a significant threat to southern Louisiana, bringing heavy rainfall, strong winds, and potential flooding.
Francine weakens as it moves inland after winds cause widespread blackouts
Tropical Storm Francine caused extensive disruptions with over 390,000 power outages in Louisiana as residents prepared for flooding and severe conditions.
Tropical Storm Francine intensifying, heading for Louisiana landfall
Tropical Storm Francine is expected to become a hurricane, posing significant flooding and storm surge risk to the Gulf Coast, especially Louisiana.
Francine takes aim at Louisiana, where it's expected to hit as a hurricane
Tropical Storm Francine poses a significant threat to southern Louisiana, bringing heavy rainfall, strong winds, and potential flooding.
Francine weakens as it moves inland after winds cause widespread blackouts
Tropical Storm Francine caused extensive disruptions with over 390,000 power outages in Louisiana as residents prepared for flooding and severe conditions.
Tropical Storm Francine intensifying, heading for Louisiana landfall
Tropical Storm Francine is expected to become a hurricane, posing significant flooding and storm surge risk to the Gulf Coast, especially Louisiana.
Hurricane Francine is predicted to make landfall west of New Orleans
Hurricane Francine is approaching Louisiana with significant wind and flooding threats, resulting in evacuations and warnings across the coastal region.
The Most and Least Affordable Louisiana Cities
The cost of living remains a significant challenge for American households, affecting their financial stability.
Apple threatened to move Will Smith movie out of Louisiana if lawmakers didn't kill app store bill: report
Apple used threats regarding film production to influence Louisiana lawmakers against a bill allowing alternative app payment systems.
Louisiana moves to make abortion pills 'controlled dangerous substances'
Louisiana is considering categorizing mifepristone and misoprostol as controlled dangerous substances, potentially penalizing possession without a prescription.
Louisiana poised to introduce its own 'Don't Say Gay' law
Louisiana follows Florida in passing 'Don't Say Gay' law, restricting LGBTQ+ discussions in schools.
Abortion Pills May Become Controlled Substances in Louisiana
Louisiana may classify abortion pills as dangerous controlled substances, punishable by fines and jail time.
Apple threatened to move Will Smith movie out of Louisiana if lawmakers didn't kill app store bill: report
Apple used threats regarding film production to influence Louisiana lawmakers against a bill allowing alternative app payment systems.
Louisiana moves to make abortion pills 'controlled dangerous substances'
Louisiana is considering categorizing mifepristone and misoprostol as controlled dangerous substances, potentially penalizing possession without a prescription.
Louisiana poised to introduce its own 'Don't Say Gay' law
Louisiana follows Florida in passing 'Don't Say Gay' law, restricting LGBTQ+ discussions in schools.
Abortion Pills May Become Controlled Substances in Louisiana
Louisiana may classify abortion pills as dangerous controlled substances, punishable by fines and jail time.
Louisiana Broadband Director Details Route to Nation's First BEAD Awards
Louisiana aims to award its full $1.3 billion BEAD allocation by November 1, 2023, rapidly advancing broadband funding initiatives.
Louisiana Still Expects to Be First to Award BEAD Broadband Funds
Louisiana has initiated its BEAD broadband funding applications, prioritizing thorough preparation to ensure a quick and efficient process for broadband providers.
Louisiana Broadband Director Details Route to Nation's First BEAD Awards
Louisiana aims to award its full $1.3 billion BEAD allocation by November 1, 2023, rapidly advancing broadband funding initiatives.
Louisiana Still Expects to Be First to Award BEAD Broadband Funds
Louisiana has initiated its BEAD broadband funding applications, prioritizing thorough preparation to ensure a quick and efficient process for broadband providers.
U.S. appeals court backs Tesla in Louisiana direct sales challenge
Tesla can legally challenge Louisiana's direct vehicle sales ban, allowing for direct sales instead of through franchised dealerships.
As Louisiana Accepts BEAD Broadband Funding Applications, 33 Providers Are Cleared to Bid
Louisiana has commenced applications for rural broadband funding via the BEAD program, aiming to enhance internet access across nearly 140,000 locations.
Nursing Home Owner Gets 3 Years' Probation in Deadly Hurricane Evacuation
The Louisiana nursing home owner who sent over 800 residents to a squalid warehouse during Hurricane Ida in 2021 received probation despite prosecutors' prison time request.
Supreme Court upholds Louisiana redistricting plan
The U.S. Supreme Court upholds Louisiana's second majority-Black district for 2024 but allows future challenges.
Trans youth & their families sue Louisiana over its trans health care ban
Trans youth and their families in Louisiana are suing the state over its gender-affirming care ban.
The ban prohibits doctors and nurses from providing gender-affirming care to transgender youth.
Louisiana theatre students take to the state capitol's steps to protest 'don't say gay' bill
Students protest anti-LGBTQ+ bills in Louisiana by performing a theatrical protest at the state capitol.
Proposed bills in Louisiana include requiring parental consent for students to change pronouns and banning transgender individuals from using bathrooms based on gender identity.
Trans youth & their families sue Louisiana over its trans health care ban
Trans youth and their families in Louisiana are suing the state over its gender-affirming care ban.
The ban prohibits doctors and nurses from providing gender-affirming care to transgender youth.
Louisiana theatre students take to the state capitol's steps to protest 'don't say gay' bill
Students protest anti-LGBTQ+ bills in Louisiana by performing a theatrical protest at the state capitol.
Proposed bills in Louisiana include requiring parental consent for students to change pronouns and banning transgender individuals from using bathrooms based on gender identity.