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07/30/2025

As the qualifying period for the Oct. 11 election closed, several seats—mostly in rural northern Louisiana—were left without candidates. Report for America Corps Member Alex Cox joined Louisiana Considered to tell us more. In Western Louisiana, residents are grappling with the fallout from a federal investigation that led to the arrest of four local lawmen accused of an immigration scheme. Joseph Cranney of The Times-Picayune/New Orleans Advocate has been covering the story and joined the show with more details. And Dadrius Lanus of the Louisiana Democratic Party discusses New Orleans's bid to host the 2028 Democratic National Convention.

Today on Louisiana Considered, four local lawmen were arrested in an immigration scheme in the western part of the state. We break down the details. Plus New Orleans is on the shortlist to host the Next Democratic National Convention. And, we hear why many rural parishes have no candidates in their....

07/30/2025

“Utility assistance was the biggest help — it’s really the only help I’ve ever received from the government."

Sheryl Doiron has relied on the Low Income Housing Energy Assistance Program after retiring to care for her severely disabled daughter. It helped her make tough choices between paying for utilities or the food she needs to manage her diabetes.

Now, she and others dependent on the program may face a stumbling block: The Trump administration has declared the program “unnecessary” and is urging legislators to cut it.

With light bills at times rivaling the cost of a house note, those with low incomes struggle to keep their homes at a safe and comfortable temperature.

07/30/2025

On this episode of Talk Louisiana, Beaux Jones, president and CEO of The Water Institute, comments on various topics concerning water issues throughout the state. Author and assistant professor at University of Toronto's Rotman School of Management Samsun Knight talks his latest work, "Likeness".

President and CEO of The Water Institute Beaux Jones comments on various topics concerning water issues throughout the state. Author and assistant professor at University of Toronto's Rotman School of Management Samsun Knight talks his latest work, "Likeness".

07/30/2025

Louisiana’s newest member of Congress accused President Donald Trump of unconstitutional actions that he says are destroying democracy.

Rep. Fields’ remarks were particularly pointed for the even-keeled congressman who is known both for his progressive politics and his willingness to work with Republicans. https://bit.ly/455hKk1

07/29/2025

Louisiana taxpayers are running out of time to claim millions of dollars in state tax refunds before they become unclaimed property.

Louisiana taxpayers have until Sept. 6 to claim millions of dollars in state tax refunds before they become unclaimed property.

07/29/2025

Inshore shrimp season in Louisiana will open a couple weeks later than usual this year, and shrimpers are all for it.

Louisiana Shrimp Association president Acy Cooper Jr. said that, for the majority of the shrimpers he represents, the wait is worth it.

“You are taking the chance of losing some, but that’s a chance they’re going to take,” he said.

Inshore shrimp season in Louisiana will open a couple weeks later than usual this year, and shrimpers are all for it.

07/29/2025

Glenn, 22, “died in a tragic accident this weekend,” Tulane vice president of student affairs Sarah Cunningham wrote in a letter to the Tulane community on Monday.

Glenn "was a talented student-athlete who enriched our lives with his spirit, dedication and passion for both sports and academics,” Cunningham’s letter stated.

Tulane power forward Gregg Glenn III, a starter throughout last season after having transferred from Michigan in 2023, has died unexpectedly.

07/29/2025

On this episode of Talk Louisiana, journalist Randy Taraborelli speaks on JFK by referencing his latest work, "Public, Private, Secret". Political commentator and writer Tim Miller comments on various political topics including Pres. Trump and the Epstein files. Author Steve Berry talks his latest work "The List".

Journalist Randy Taraborelli speaks on JFK by referencing his latest work, "Public, Private, Secret". Political commentator and writer Tim Miller comments on various political topics including Pres. Trump and the Epstein files. Author Steve Berry talks his latest work "The List".

07/29/2025

The future of rural hospitals in Louisiana is being questioned in the wake of Medicaid cuts passed by the GOP.

Dozens are at risk of closing, according to a letter from Sen. Edward Markey (D-Mass.).

" If a hospital shuts down, that shuts down for everybody, whether you have private insurance or Medicaid or Medicare,” said Jeff Reynolds, executive director of the Louisiana Rural Hospital Coalition.

The future of rural hospitals in Louisiana is being questioned in the wake of Medicaid cuts passed by the GOP.

07/29/2025

Trump's proclamation will allow 25 chemical manufacturers, including 12 with sites in Louisiana, to ignore new federal rules meant to contain harmful emissions. https://bit.ly/4kX0mnH

07/28/2025

Soon, Louisiana voters who are currently registered with the Independent Party will be automatically reclassified as having “No Party” affiliation in the state’s voter registration system. https://bit.ly/45pqyT9

07/28/2025

On this episode of Talk Louisiana, lawyer and former head of the ACLU Marjorie Esman comments on several political topics including President Trump and the Epstein files. Lt. Gov. Billy Nungesser gives the latest on tourism throughout the state. Veteran jazz and blues radio host Zia Tammami remembers Chuck Mangione, Hulk Hogan, and Ozzy Osborne.

Lawyer and former head of the ACLU Marjorie Esman comments on several political topics including Pres. Trump and the Epstein files. Lt. Governor of Louisiana Billy Nungesser gives the latest on tourism throughout the state. Veteran jazz and blues radio host Zia Tammami remembers Chuck Mangione, Hulk...