NEWS FROM AROUND THE STATE
The Latest News in Louisiana – July 28, 2025 A roundup of news, stories, and topics curated from the local community. Disclaimer – The opinions and commentary of the content do not represent the views of How To Louisiana. All content is the product of the author(s) and all their rights are reserved to them alone.
Johnson Blasts Massie and Khanna’s ‘Reckless’ Epstein File Discharge Petition
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By Lorenzo Prieto, The Daily Signal House Speaker Mike Johnson stated during an interview on “Meet the Press” Sunday that House Republicans are working to release all “credible” information on the Epstein files, while protecting their victims’ identities. “Let me be absolutely clear, as we have been from the very beginning,” Johnson said. “House Republicans insist upon […]
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MULHEARN: Baton Rouge Might Need a Real MF
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Editor’s Note: a guest post by Patrick Mulhearn, CEO and Partner at Irrevocable Designee LLC Tax Credit Consultants in Baton Rouge. When you think small, you get small results. Cities that think small ensure that they will never achieve more than what they believe is possible. That is why I believe it is high time […]
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Shrimpers applaud Trump trade deal
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(The Center Square) – Shrimpers are praising the Trump administration’s newly announced tariffs on imports from Indonesia and Vietnam as a long-overdue correction to what it calls “counter-productive trade policies.” “Too many American shrimpers have spent the last two seasons tied up at the dock,” said John Williams, executive director of the Southern Shrimp Alliance. “President […]
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Wreath-laying ceremony honors the resilience of New Orleans
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By Ryan Whirty Contributing Writer As the 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina and the devastation it wrought approaches, the local branch of Full Gospel Baptist
Stand-your-ground laws linked to higher homicide rates, new report finds
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By Amanda Hernandez Contributing Writer (Stateline) — Stand-your-ground laws, which are in effect in more than half of U.S. states, are associated with higher homicide
$50 a week for 40 weeks: How no-strings cash changed the lives of teens
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A cash transfer program for high schoolers resulted in better attendance and more financial literacy, but no improvement in grades By Neal Morton Hechinger Report
She survived multiple suicide attempts. Now she advocates for others in crisis.
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One thing Jennifer Randal-Thorpe will do is survive. After multiple suicide attempts, she now leads Meaningful Minds, an organization helping those in crisis.
Clifton’s orbit: How a constellation of local and national stars came together to celebrate The King of Zydeco
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Following a show in California, someone approached Cajun musician Joel Savoy with an unexpected proposition. The roots behind the request stretch back decades.
COLUMN: More spending, less debt — here’s how Boulet’s budget compares to Guillory’s
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Budgets are reflections of a mayor-president’s priorities. For Boulet, higher revenues mean more money to put towards those, without as much new debt.
Independent Party comes to end in Louisiana on Aug. 1
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More than 150,000 voters will be affected when Louisiana officially ends recognition of the Independent Party this Friday. It’s all part of the state’s move to a closed party primary system for its congressional seats and certain state-level elected offices. According to data from the Secretary of State, 150,654 voters registered as “Independent” will have […]
Louisiana sends notices for nearly $17 million in unclaimed tax refunds
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Louisiana taxpayers have until Sept. 6 to claim millions of dollars in state tax refunds before they become unclaimed property. The Louisiana Department of Revenue sent notice letters Monday to 17,976 individual and business taxpayers who have yet to claim their refunds. If they fail to respond by Sept. 6, state law calls for their […]
Trump flaunts pardon rules, costs victims and public more than $1 billion
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Their cases were different. One faced a four-year prison sentence in a $675 million fraud case for marketing an electric truck that wasn’t drivable. Another tried to overthrow the government. A tax cheat avoided prison and $4.4 million in restitution after his mom donated $1 million to the president. Their cases have two things in […]
Heat relief resources, cooling centers available in New Orleans
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In response to the high temperatures in the New Orleans area, the City of New Orleans has launched the NOLA Ready Heat Relief Map.
‘Infectious personality’: Tulane basketball player remembered following fatal accident
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Officials with Tulane University announced on Monday, July 28, the death of a basketball player.
Bargain outlet Ollie’s to open in Covington with big discounts
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Looking for “good stuff cheap”? You’re in luck, as bargain market Ollie’s will open its doors in Covington on Wednesday, July 30.
Donate to charity? There are new tax deduction rules you should know about
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New tax rules for charitable donations will take effect in 2026 as part of President Trump’s recently passed “Big, Beautiful Bill,” changing how Americans can claim deductions for charitable giving.
Ghislaine Maxwell asks Supreme Court to toss sex trafficking conviction, citing Epstein plea deal
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Ghislaine Maxwell is asking the Supreme Court to toss her sex trafficking conviction, arguing that a 2007 non-prosecution agreement with Jeffrey Epstein should have shielded her from federal charges.
Police search for suspect who killed couple in Arkansas’ Devil’s Den State Park
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A search continued Monday for a suspect in the killing of a married couple who were attacked in Arkansas’ remote Devil’s Den State Park while hiking with their two young children.
Tulane University basketball player dies in accident
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Glenn, a Health & Wellness major from Pompano Beach, Florida, was a member of Tulane’s men’s basketball team.
French Quarter Management District approves new sanitation contract amid overlap with existing services
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IV Waste’s contract, valued at $459,000 per month, will initially be paid by the district, though officials expect reimbursement from the city.
What makes an official political poll… official?
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In your Breakdown, everybody seems to claim they are leading the race for New Orleans Mayor. But what makes an official poll, official?
Independent Party won’t be recognized in Louisiana starting Aug. 1: What to know
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Voters who are registered as Independent will get a notice about their party affiliation changing to No Party, as it will no longer be recognized as a political party in Louisiana starting Aug. 1.
Louisiana bans handheld phone use while driving starting Aug. 1
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Starting August 1st in Louisiana, drivers who use handheld cellphones while driving will face fines, with warnings issued until January 1st, and the law exempts emergency responders and 911 calls.
Coca-Cola’s cane sugar comeback could sweeten the future for Louisiana farmers
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A major move from one of the world’s most iconic brands could mean big business for Louisiana’s sugarcane industry.
Four arrested in connection with thefts at Jennings High School, cemetery
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Cole Bienvenu, Adam Broussard, Courtney Denby and Melissa Courts have been charged in connection with the theft of brass/copper plaques from Greenwood Cemetery.
Jennings man charged with making child pornography
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Louis Johnson, 38, of Jennings, is charged with two counts each of indecent behavior with juveniles and pornography involving juveniles.
4 arrested in Union Parish after newborn baby found unresponsive in toilet
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Four people have been arrested in connection with the death of a newborn in Union Parish, authorities said.
