130 PM LRN News

Staff at the state’s five veteran’s homes across the state will host private ceremonies this year for Memorial Day due to COVID-19. The Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs Secretary Colonel Joey Strickland says despite the virus the holiday is still too important and must be observed…

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Strickland says since the Revolutionary War to present-day more than seven-thousand Louisianans have been killed while serving.

Louisiana Public Service Commissioner Foster Campbell says the coronavirus pandemic further highlights the need for broadband internet in rural communities. Plenty of focus has been put onto 5G internet service availability, but Campbell says he’s ready to get internet to rural communities by any means necessary.

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What steps do you need to take to ensure the best flavor experience when grilling meat today?  Kevin Barnhart spoke with the pros…

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Louisiana State Police Trooper George Baker, who was struck by a Hammond Police vehicle while pursuing a suspect, has died of his injuries. Baker and other troopers were removing a tire flattening device set up to stop a suspect’s vehicle when he was struck by Hammond Police. Baker was 33-years-old and a 10 year law enforcement and military veteran.