A recent survey says Louisiana voters’ biggest concern is rising costs including recent spikes in utility bills. The survey was conducted by the Pelican Institute for Public Policy and their vice president, Erin Bendily says nearly eight in ten people say state government or the Public Service Commission policies bear at least some responsibility for higher utility bills
Lawmakers are gathered in Baton Rouge today for the beginning of the 2026 legislative session. They will of course tackle the budget, they will also discuss giving more local control in carbon capture projects, legalizing guns on college campuses, making it a felony to drive over 30 miles over the speed limit, and more on insurance reform. LaPolictics dot com publisher Jeremy Alford…
A state senator is looking to make fortified roofs mandatory for all new construction homes along the coastal parishes. Andrew Greenstein reports.
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McNeese is hosting the Southland Conference men’s and women’s basketball tournaments for the fourth straight year this week. The Cowboys have been crowned Southland champs at home the last two years, but this year could be the first time the league leading Cowgirls get to join the celebration. McNeese Sports Information director Matthew Bonnette says it’s a big week for the school and Lake Charles area.