#louisiana

#louisiana

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.

A Louisiana student was arrested for threatening Governor Jeff Landry after he brought a tiger to a football game, claiming it was a joke.

The Louisiana state law mandating Ten Commandments in public school classrooms faces legal challenge from parents for being unconstitutional.

Mandatory display of Ten Commandments in Louisiana school classrooms sparks civil liberties lawsuit.

A federal judge blocks a Louisiana law requiring Ten Commandments postings in public classrooms, ruling it unconstitutional under the First Amendment.

Louisiana passed a law requiring public schools to display the Ten Commandments, prompting a lawsuit and a federal judge's temporary injunction.

The new law in Louisiana requires the display of the Ten Commandments in public school classrooms, sparking controversy and legal challenges.

A federal judge has blocked Louisiana's law requiring Ten Commandments displays in classrooms, citing constitutional issues and violations of students' rights.

Federal judge blocks Louisiana law requiring Ten Commandments in every public classroom citing unconstitutionality.

A MAGA pastor was convicted of child abuse for extreme punishment methods, including using packing tape on students.

Louisiana State Senate passed bill banning LGBTQ+ discussion in schools, mirroring 'Don't Say Gay' bills. Governor to decide fate.

Louisiana mandates Ten Commandments in classrooms; legal challenges to follow.

The Louisiana Legislature passed a bill banning discussions of gender and sexuality in public schools; Governor expected to sign it.

Louisiana has a rapidly growing number of off-the-grid schools, where students can receive high school diplomas without state approval.

Over 21,000 students are enrolled in these unapproved schools, nearly double the number before the pandemic.

The rise of off-the-grid schools is seen as a result of families disengaging from traditional education due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Angola Prison exemplifies legal slavery in the U.S., emphasizing the exploitation of incarcerated individuals through prison labor on its massive farmland.

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.

Supreme Court to hear Louisiana map dispute impacting majority-Black districts and potential Voting Rights Act interpretations.

Supreme Court will review Louisiana's redistricting case regarding race-based congressional map adjustments before the 2024 election.

The Supreme Court temporarily revived a congressional map in Louisiana, impacting Democrats' chances of gaining control.

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's reclassification of abortion pills as controlled substances may hinder essential obstetric care, particularly in managing complications like postpartum hemorrhage.

Louisiana's new law classifies abortion-related drugs as controlled substances, raising concerns over patient access and safety.

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.

Lana Del Rey has married Jeremy Dufrene, a swamp tour guide from Louisiana, highlighting an unexpected but heartfelt union.

Lana Del Rey married swamp tour guide Jeremy Dufrene, solidifying a relationship that has been developing over the past five years.

Lana Del Rey has married swamp tour guide Jeremy Dufrene in a public bayou ceremony surrounded by family. They had previously sparked dating rumors.

Lana Del Rey has married alligator tour guide Jeremy Dufrene in a ceremony attended by family.

Louisiana's new law classifies mifepristone and misoprostol as controlled substances, raising serious concerns among healthcare professionals.

Louisiana bill SB 276 classifies abortion-inducing drugs as controlled substances, impacting healthcare access and facing controversy.

Hurricane Francine is set to threaten southern Louisiana with potentially life-threatening conditions, urging urgent preparations from residents.

Hurricane Francine is strengthening and poses a serious threat to Louisiana, with potential landfall expected Wednesday.

Hurricane Francine is forecasted to make landfall in Louisiana, bringing dangerous conditions and a significant storm surge.

Hurricane Francine poses significant threats to Louisiana, prompting state of emergency measures and extensive preparations for potential emergencies.

Hurricane Francine poses life-threatening flood risks and storm surges in Louisiana, prompting state emergency preparations and federal assistance.

Residents in Louisiana are making last-minute preparations for Hurricane Francine, expected to strengthen and cause significant flooding.

Tropical Storm Francine has formed, breaking a lull in storms and is predicted to intensify before making landfall in Louisiana.

The New Orleans Saints are preparing for potential disruptions due to Tropical Storm Francine intensifying into a hurricane.

The U.S. may invest heavily in carbon capture, but it might not significantly impact the areas hardest hit by climate change.

Hurricane Ida highlighted the urgent crisis of land loss in Southern Louisiana, affecting local communities and their infrastructure.

Louisiana's natural gas industry is causing harm to the local fishing community, leading to protests against a new terminal.

LNG terminals are threatening the livelihood of fishermen in the area.

Apple used threats regarding film production to influence Louisiana lawmakers against a bill allowing alternative app payment systems.

Louisiana is considering categorizing mifepristone and misoprostol as controlled dangerous substances, potentially penalizing possession without a prescription.

Louisiana follows Florida in passing 'Don't Say Gay' law, restricting LGBTQ+ discussions in schools.

Louisiana may classify abortion pills as dangerous controlled substances, punishable by fines and jail time.

Louisiana aims to award its full $1.3 billion BEAD allocation by November 1, 2023, rapidly advancing broadband funding initiatives.

Louisiana has initiated its BEAD broadband funding applications, prioritizing thorough preparation to ensure a quick and efficient process for broadband providers.

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.

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.