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Government inaction, cuts are worsening Louisiana’s health outcomes

Louisiana continues to rank last or near-last on many health metrics due to state budget cuts and policy decisions by government officials. Advocates are working to improve the state's health outcomes, but progress remains slow without significant policy changes and increased funding.

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KLFY1d ago
Local Government & Politics

New 27th District Public Defender's Office opens in Opelousas

St. Landry Parish officials and lawmakers celebrated the opening of a new 27th District Public Defender's Office in Opelousas to meet increasing demand for legal services in the area. The office expansion addresses the growing need for public defense representation in the parish.

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KLFY1d ago
Local Government & Politics

Recall effort against Gov. Jeff Landry fails

A recall effort against Governor Jeff Landry has been unsuccessful. The recall campaign, which sought to remove the governor from office, failed to achieve its objective.

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KATC1d ago
Local Government & Politics

Tallulah native Gary Crockett announces run for Louisiana governor

Gary Crockett, a Tallulah native, businessman, and Navy veteran who recently finished second to Jamie Davis in the Democratic runoff for U.S. Senate, has announced his candidacy for Louisiana governor. His run for statewide office represents another bid for elected leadership after his competitive Senate race.

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