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Louisiana court halts criminal indictment against state attorney general

Republican Liz Murrill was indicted for the alleged intimidation of New Orleans elected officials

The Guardian - US

Louisiana's coastal marshes may lose their highest plant communities within 50 years, because flooding and salt are reshaping the shoreline from the ground up

Louisiana's vital coastal wetlands face significant plant population loss within 50 years due to rising sea levels, increased flooding, and saltwater intrusion. Research highlights that high-elevation salt marshes are particularly vulnerable, with projections indicating near-total disappearance. Scientists emphasize that future restoration efforts must prioritize natural water flow and varied elevations…

The Times of India

Louisiana Republican attorney general indicted on criminal charges, accused of threatening local officials. Arrest warrant issued

She says these are "corrupt indictments".

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Trump administration cannot hold migrants without bond hearings past 90 days, court rules

A U.S. appeals court has ruled that Immigration and Customs Enforcement cannot hold individuals for over 90 days without offering a chance for a bond hearing. This decision impacts thousands detained under the Trump administration's policy, particularly in Texas and Louisiana. The court emphasized constitutional due process rights, asserting that…

The Economic Times

Republican Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill indicted on 16 felony counts

The indictment alleges Murrill warned eight New Orleans officials that they could face removal from their positions for fighting legislation that eliminated a court clerk role

The Independent UK

Santa Claus' Arrested: 75-Year-Old Louisiana Man Held in Undercover Child Exploitation Sting

A 75-year-old Louisiana man legally named Santa Claus was arrested in an undercover child exploitation sting in Kenner, police say

International Business Times UK

It Is Time To Revisit Kennedy v. Louisiana

Even if there was an actual "national consensus" against capital punishment for child rape in 2008, the facts are different today.

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Julia Letlow (R) defeated John Fleming (R) in the Republican primary runoff for U.S. Senate in Louisiana

Julia Letlow (R) defeated John Fleming (R) to win a June 27 Republican primary runoff for U.S. Senate in Louisiana. Incumbent Bill Cassidy (R) did not advance from the primary after finishing third with 24% of the vote.

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Louisiana Energy Aid: 5 Things To Look Out For Before Applying Online

High utility bills hit hard during Louisiana’s long, humid summers and occasional winter cold snaps, especially for households on tight budgets. Louisiana Energy Aid, also...

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John Oliver on redistricting: ‘putting a thumb on the scale of who gets elected’

The host discussed recent limits to the Voting Rights Act and Trump’s efforts to dissolve majority Black districts

The Guardian - US

US supreme court upholds law to count mail-in ballots arriving after election day

Court sides against Republicans after deciding earlier this term to let Louisiana in effect dismantle Voting Rights Act

The Guardian - US

Orphaned Migrant Facing Trump Expulsion Still Loves America For Its 'Freedom' Despite Being Locked Up By ICE

A Honduran student in Louisiana was detained by ICE days before graduation, sparking community outrage and highlighting immigration policy challenges under the Trump administration.

International Business Times UK

Harry Styles and Zoe Kraviz 'eyeing New Orleans for wedding'

Harry Styles and Zoe Kravitz got engaged in April, and they are looking at venues in New Orleans, Louisiana, for their nuptials, according to reports.

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Bill Cassidy accuses Trump of treating Congress as ‘merely an appendage’

Out-going Louisiana senator’s rebuke over Iran war is rare instance of a Republican politician standing up to Trump

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Medical Daily

Oklahoma Expanded Raw Milk Sales Tenfold as Active Illness Outbreaks Were Underway in Three States

Oklahoma expanded raw milk sales tenfold in May 2026 while active outbreaks hit Idaho, Louisiana, and California. One child developed HUS. Here's the policy and the health data.

International Business Times UK

What Happened to Julia Letlow's Late Husband, Luke Letlow, and Who Is Her Fiancé Kevin Ainsworth?

Julia Letlow wins Louisiana's Republican primary runoff for the US Senate, marking a significant milestone in her political career shaped by personal tragedy and resilience.

Roll Call

Trump-backed Julia Letlow wins GOP Senate runoff in Louisiana

Louisiana Rep. Julia Letlow locked up the Republican nomination on Saturday, defeating state treasurer and former Rep. John Fleming in a primary runoff and putting herself on a path to becoming the first GOP woman to represent the state in the chamber. Letlow, who had President Donald Trump’s endorsement, was leading Fleming…

Roll Call

At the Races: Runoff, Set, Geaux!

Welcome to a special edition of At the Races! Throughout the 2026 primary season, watch for these updates from the CQ Roll Call campaign team on what you need to know for Election Day. Know someone who’d like to get this newsletter? They can subscribe here. By Daniela Altimari Louisiana Republicans…

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The Conversation

Why a Supreme Court case over a haircut could be a setback for religious liberty

For more than two decades, the Supreme Court has issued a long series of wins for plaintiffs seeking to protect their religious practices. On June 23, 2026, though, the majority delivered an uncommon defeat in this contentious area.

Medical Daily

Raw Milk Sickened More Than 80 People in Six Months: Here's What Pasteurization Actually Prevents

Over 80 people became ill from raw milk outbreaks in 2026 in Idaho, Louisiana, and California. Here's what pasteurization does and doesn't do, based on the evidence.

International Business Times UK

'I'll R*pe Your Grandchildren': Louisiana Pastor Charged After Beating Neighbour Who Allegedly Threatened His Family

Louisiana pastor Tony Spell was arrested after a violent altercation with a neighbour's son, following alleged threats against his family. The incident highlights ongoing tensions and past controversies.

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Louisiana woman says her son’s seatbelt locked around him with a noise like a rifle shot, days before she got a Ford recall notice

She made the video for Ford.

Kiplinger

Low-Tax States For Middle-Class Families Ranked by Childcare Affordability

If you prioritize low state taxes, here's how early childhood costs stack up across the country in 2026.

The Guardian - US

Louisiana sheriff retires after pleading guilty to beating podcaster who often criticized him

Randy Smith’s resignation was part of plea deal after attack on podcaster Bobby Couvillion at a Madisonville restaurant

International Business Times UK

Who Is Senator Bill Cassidy? Career, Wife, Net Worth and His Alleged Screaming Match with Trump

Louisiana Senator Bill Cassidy, who clashed with Donald Trump in a heated Iran war powers row, is using his final months in office to push an ambitious, and risky, plan to shore up Social Security.

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