Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Scott Turner announced the availability of federal disaster assistance to state of Louisiana to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by the severe winter storm Fern on January 23-27, 2026.

Dr. Stephanie Murphy will be the keynote speaker for Louisiana Tech University's Winter Commencement Ceremony on Saturday, March 7th,10:00 a.m., located at the Thomas Assembly Center on the Ruston campus.

Phi Alpha Theta’s annual Ides of March Poetry Reading brings together students and faculty at the University of Louisiana at Monroe for an outdoor celebration of history, literature and creative expression. Held beneath the H.P. Jones Memorial Oak, the event invites participants to share original poems or recite meaningful works inspired by the historical significance of the Ides of March, fostering community engagement and appreciation for the arts.

During Love the Boot Week, April 18–26, 2026, Keep Louisiana Beautiful is partnering with The Coca-Cola Company and Osprey Initiative to expand recycling efforts at litter cleanup events across 19 parishes. The initiative will help divert thousands of plastic bottles and aluminum cans from landfills during Louisiana’s largest community cleanup effort, encouraging residents statewide to participate and celebrate America’s 250th birthday by keeping their communities clean and beautiful.

Public Policy Series luncheon featuring Louisiana State Treasurer John Fleming. The event will take place March 3rd at the West Monroe Convention Center with doors opening at 11:30 AM.

Democrats and a few Republicans are calling for curbing Trump's unilateral use of military power in Iran, despite previous such efforts failing to advance.

The decorated British actress discusses her new film Midwinter Break, her role in Oedipus on Broadway and how she balances stage and screen.

The GOP made big strides with Latino voters in 2024. Immigration and the economy were key drivers, but two years later, those issues could sway them to back Democrats in primaries happening this week.