A bunch of new state laws go into effect Saturday, and one of them will make consumers happy. Act 751 from the 2026 legislative session prohibits businesses from adding a surcharge to your bill if you pay with a debit card. Franklinton Senator Beth Mizell is the author of the measure.
Businesses can still charge a fee when you use a credit card, but no surcharge can be added when you pay with a debit card.
Louisiana’s cyclosporiasis outbreak now has confirmed 100 cases. So far, Of those 100 patients, six have been hospitalized. State Epidemiologist Theresa Sokol says while cyclosporiasis is not considered to be a deadly disease, one of the characteristics is that it can be prolonged.
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If you’re a fan of the paranormal, there’s something happening in New Orleans this weekend you should check out. Andrew Greenstein has details.
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The Saints have agreed to a four year, 132-million dollar contract extension with All-Pro wide receiver Chris Olave. Locked On Saints podcast host Ross Jackson says he’s surprised by how quickly the two sides came to an agreement.