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The death of Charlie Kirk was seen as a rallying call for young conservatives. One year later, the movement is wrestling with questions about its future.
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The Louisiana Department of the Treasury will soon offer ACH payment services, giving eligible claimants a faster, more convenient way to receive approved unclaimed property funds electronically. -
Micah Legnon of New Iberia pled guilty in federal court to Conspiracy to Provide Support to Terrorists. His sentencing is scheduled for December 11, 2026, at 2 p.m. -
The Louisiana Economic Development has finalized a $2 million FastSites investment to expand Gulf South Commerce Park in St. Tammany Parish, supporting the development of more than 300 additional acres and growing the park’s shovel-ready site inventory.
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IRS encourages the public to take precautionary measures to protect important documents from any disasters. -
This celebration will begin on Saturday, October 3rd, with Atchafalaya National Heritage Area Day at McGee’s Swamp Landing in Henderson from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., recognizing the 20th anniversary of the Atchafalaya’s designation as a National Heritage Area.
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Will artificial intelligence nibble around the edges of the economy or upend it altogether? A new, interactive model from Anthropic lets people tests their assumptions. -
Bangladesh has seen over 50,000 confirmed or suspected cases of measles this year. The death toll among children just surpassed 1,000. How are officials trying to bring the outbreak under control? -
A Trump census proposal would stop asking about race and exclude millions of U.S. residents from a count that the 14th Amendment says must include the "whole number of persons in each state."
Destination Downtown Conference
Destination Downtown 2026 will be held from Wednesday, September 9th through Friday, September 11th at the Old State Capitol in Baton Rouge. This event is open to anyone interested in learning about community revitalization and upliftment. Citizens from Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and Arkansas are invited.
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Amy Whitehead, Press Secretary
Doug Duffey & B.A.D.D. performed at the Rhythm & Relief Concert for KEDM. These talented musicians wowed the crowd with their energy and passion as they volunteered their time and skills to support public radio.
Lagniappe
The Salvation Army of Monroe will be hosting A Taste of Louisiana, a luncheon dedicated to helping out the community on Thursday, September 24, 2026.
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