U.S. District Court for Western Louisiana makes Civil Pro Bono Panel permanent
The U.S. District Court for the Western District of Louisiana has made its Civil Pro Bono Panel permanent as of December 2025. The panel assists unrepresented inmates with civil claims while providing local attorneys valuable courtroom experience.
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Federal Emergency Management Agency designates three Louisiana parishes as disaster areas after January storms
Three Louisiana parishes have been declared disaster areas following severe weather in January. Farmers may now access federal aid programs for recovery support. The state agriculture department continues efforts supporting economic stability and resource management.
Cassidy announces $3.65 million for JEDCO food and beverage incubator in Jefferson Parish
Senator Bill Cassidy announced $3.65 million in new federal funding for JEDCO’s Food & Beverage Incubator in Jefferson Parish on April 9. The incubator will offer commercial kitchens and support services aimed at helping local entrepreneurs grow their businesses.
Louisiana among 29 states banning boys from playing girls’ high school sports
An analysis by Pelican State News shows that, following President Donald Trump’s Feb. 5 executive order titled “Keeping Men Out of Women’s Sports,” Louisiana is one of 29 states following the order that bans biological males from playing on female sports teams.
CTLC members attend Waterways Council’s 22nd annual symposium on inland waterways
CTLC members took part in discussions at Waterways Council’s annual symposium focused on improving America’s inland waterways. Industry leaders addressed topics like infrastructure upgrades, policy priorities, safety practices, diversity initiatives, and collaborative efforts for resilient river transport.
Small businesses urged to review disaster plans ahead of major winter storm
A major winter storm is forecast to impact large areas of the United States this weekend, with snow, sleet, freezing rain, and extremely cold temperatures expected.
Louisiana Beekeepers Association opens scholarship applications for honey bee research
The Louisiana Beekeepers Association has opened applications for two scholarships aimed at supporting honey bee research in the state.
Honduran man indicted in Louisiana for illegal reentry after prior deportation
A Honduran national, Oscar Francisco Avila-Norales, age 45, has been indicted for illegal reentry into the United States after having previously been deported.