Live News of Louisiana April 27, 2024

Mcilroy And Lowry Maintain Lead In Zurich Classic

Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry maintained a share of the lead in the Zurich Classic of New Orleans after shooting a 2-under 70 in alternate play on Friday. The Irish pair sits atop the leaderboard at...Read More

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Home Insurance Market Struggles Amid Climate Change Impact

The home insurance market in New Orleans is facing challenges, with homeowners experiencing limited coverage options and significant increases in insurance premiums. Climate change is playing a significant role in this treRead More

Mcilroy And Lowry Share Lead At Zurich Classic

Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry made an impressive start at the Zurich Classic of New Orleans, shooting an 11-under 61 in the first round to share the lead with three other teams. The Irish duo showcased...Read More

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House Speaker Johnson Condemns Rep. Ilhan Omar's Criticism

House Speaker Mike Johnson recently spoke out against Rep. Ilhan Omar's criticism of his visit to Columbia University, calling her remarks 'absolutely absurd.' Johnson, a Republican from Louisiana, expressed his disbeliefRead More

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Juvenile Dolphin Found Shot Multiple Times On Louisiana Beach

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is offering a reward of up to $20,000 for information regarding a tragic incident involving a juvenile bottlenose dolphin found shot multiple times on a LouisianaRead More

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GOP-Led States Pushing For Tougher Immigration Enforcement Measures

Republican-led states are moving quickly to grant local police broader immigration enforcement powers and impose criminal penalties on those living in the country illegally. This comes as the issue of migrants crossing theRead More

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Louisiana Faces Wave Of Anti-Trans Legislation

As transgender individuals in Louisiana navigate the changing political landscape, they are met with a series of challenges as new legislation threatens their rights and freedoms. With the recent shift in leadership, the sRead More

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50 Cent Launches G-Unit Studios In Shreveport, Louisiana

Rapper and entertainment mogul 50 Cent, also known as Curtis Jackson, has expanded his entertainment empire with the official launch of G-Unit Studios in Shreveport, Louisiana. The launch event took place on April 18, wherRead More

Oklahoma City Thunder To Face New Orleans Pelicans In Playoffs

On March 26, the New Orleans Pelicans faced off against the Oklahoma City Thunder at the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans, Louisiana. The Pelicans secured the No. 8 seed in the Western Conference after defeating...Read More

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Virginia Governor Signs Law Allowing College Athlete Compensation

Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin signed a groundbreaking measure into law that permits state colleges and universities to directly pay their athletes through name, image, and likeness (NIL) compensation deals. This law, seRead More

GOP Pushes To Raise Threshold For Ousting Speaker Johnson

House Speaker Mike Johnson is reportedly being urged by GOP members to raise the threshold required to trigger the motion to vacate the chair procedure. This move would potentially allow the Louisiana Republican to pass foRead More

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GOP Pushes To Raise Threshold For Speaker Ouster Procedure

Speaker Mike Johnson is currently facing pressure from his fellow GOP members to raise the threshold required to trigger the procedure to oust the speaker. This move is aimed at ensuring that the Louisiana Republican can...Read More

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Exploring America's Top 10 Archaeological Sites

Mesa Verde is home to some of the best-preserved cliff dwellings in the United States, showcasing the ancient Puebloan culture that thrived in the region over 700 years ago.2. Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site, IllinoisRead More

Republican Attorneys General Challenge EPA's Environmental Justice Efforts

Republican attorneys general have criticized the Biden administration's focus on environmental justice, labeling it as a form of 'racial engineering.' They have urged the EPA to cease using civil rights laws to investigateRead More

Sen. Kennedy Criticizes Biden's Middle East Policy, Israel Left Unsupported

Senator John Kennedy from Louisiana has criticized the Biden administration's foreign policy in the Middle East, particularly regarding the recent attacks on Israel by Iran. Kennedy expressed concerns that Israel may not rRead More

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House GOP Leadership Shake-Up Looms

Recent developments within the House GOP conference have sparked delicate internal discussions regarding the potential replacement of Speaker Mike Johnson. While there is no direct challenge to the Louisiana Republican's lRead More

House Speaker Mike Johnson Faces Threats To Speakership

House Speaker Mike Johnson is standing firm in the face of growing threats to his speakership, dismissing calls for his resignation as 'absurd.' The Louisiana Republican, labeled a 'wartime speaker' by himself, is under fiRead More

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Republican Hardliners Angry At Speaker Johnson's Foreign Aid Plan

Republican hardliners are voicing their discontent with House Speaker Mike Johnson's intricate strategy to advance billions in foreign aid to Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan. This development underscores the likelihood that DeRead More

Supreme Court Allows Idaho Ban On Gender-Affirming Care

The Supreme Court has granted Idaho the authority to implement its ban on gender-affirming care for transgender youth while legal challenges are ongoing, overturning decisions made by lower courts. This decision permits thRead More

Jamie Lynn Spears' Daughter Maddie Stuns At Prom

Jamie Lynn Spears’ daughter Maddie recently made headlines as she attended her prom, looking stunning in a pink sequined floor-length gown with a thigh-high slit. The 15-year-old completed her prom look with sparkly silverRead More