All articles tagged with #louisiana
Originally Published 10 hours ago — by The New York Times
Couples are increasingly opting for open-fire cooking at weddings when venues lack industrial kitchens, as seen at a Louisiana wedding where 145 guests enjoyed a post-ceremony dinner cooked outdoors by Open Fire Co., illustrating a growing trend in outdoor catering.
Originally Published 21 hours ago — by MPR News
Federal immigration officers are withdrawing from a Louisiana operation called 'Catahoula Crunch' and relocating to Minneapolis, where a large-scale immigration enforcement effort is underway amid protests and community concerns.
Originally Published 1 day ago — by WBRZ
The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries declared an emergency after detecting chronic wasting disease in a deer in Concordia Parish, affecting multiple parishes with restrictions on baiting, feeding, and carcass transport to prevent the spread of this fatal disease.
Originally Published 2 days ago — by abcnews.go.com
The Trump administration and Louisiana officials have successfully ended a decades-old court-ordered school desegregation case in DeSoto Parish, reflecting a broader effort to dismiss outdated desegregation mandates, despite ongoing debates about their necessity to combat racial disparities.
Originally Published 3 days ago — by Baton Rouge Business Report
Adams & Reese will absorb most of McGlinchey's corporate and real estate team, including 14 members led by former McGlinchey partners, to strengthen its capabilities and expand its Baton Rouge office, following McGlinchey's decision to wind down after over 50 years due to market and internal factors.
Originally Published 9 days ago — by Louisiana Illuminator
Louisiana will use its current six congressional districts for the 2026 elections after the Supreme Court declined to expedite a decision on a legal challenge to the districts' boundaries, delaying potential redistricting until a ruling is issued in the spring.
Originally Published 9 days ago — by CIDRAP
A rare case of welder's anthrax in Louisiana was successfully treated with the monoclonal antibody obiltoxaximab, marking the first clinical use of this treatment for the condition, which is often fatal. The patient showed rapid improvement after receiving the drug alongside standard antimicrobial therapy, highlighting the potential of antitoxin treatments for this rare disease.
Originally Published 25 days ago — by ABC7 Los Angeles
A former Marine and police officer from Louisiana, Micah James Legnon, was arrested for alleged ties to an extremist group planning a New Year's Eve attack in Southern California, with authorities also investigating his threats against ICE officers in New Orleans.
Originally Published 25 days ago — by Louisiana Illuminator
Louisiana has reversed its plan to terminate a $4.2 billion Medicaid contract with UnitedHealthcare, opting instead for a short-term extension through March to avoid disruptions and allow negotiations, amid ongoing legal disputes and political pressure.
Originally Published 26 days ago — by Louisiana Illuminator
The Trump administration's intensified immigration enforcement in Louisiana, particularly Operation Catahoula Crunch, has largely failed to remove violent criminals and has caused significant community fear, economic disruption, and opposition, especially in Louisiana's diverse and historically immigrant-rich communities. Despite high arrest numbers, few detainees have criminal records, and public support for these tactics is waning.
Originally Published 28 days ago — by The Guardian
The US immigration crackdown in Louisiana has led to the detention of many Hispanic parents, leaving teenagers like 18-year-old Jonathan Escalante to care for younger siblings and manage household responsibilities, raising concerns about the impact on families and community safety.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Undark Magazine
Louisiana's response to its worst whooping cough outbreak in 35 years was slow and lacked timely public communication, leading to preventable infant deaths and increased cases, highlighting the importance of rapid public health action and vaccination promotion.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by fox8live.com
A case of contagious measles was confirmed in an adult in Louisiana after exposure at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, prompting health advisories and emphasizing the importance of vaccination to prevent the highly contagious disease.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by On3
Nicholls State University, located in Thibodaux, Louisiana, is an unfamiliar opponent for Kentucky in college basketball, known for its Cajun-Creole culinary program, its mascot Colonel Tillou, and hosting the Manning Passing Academy.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Pitchfork
Young Bleed, a Louisiana rapper and prominent figure in No Limit Records' history, died at age 51 following hospitalization for a brain aneurysm. He was known for his successful debut album and his influence on the hip-hop scene, mentoring younger artists and maintaining a prolific career until his death.