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MJ-911 law provides health insurance benefits for families of fallen first responders

Louisiana's new MJ-911 law provides health insurance benefits to surviving spouses and dependent children of police officers and firefighters killed in the line of duty. The law aims to ease the financial burden on families of first responders who make the ultimate sacrifice. State Representative Tehmi Chassion championed the legislation to support these families in their time of need.

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KLFY5h ago
Local Government & Politics

Louisiana voters urged to prepare for long ballots, lines on Election Day

Louisiana election officials are warning voters to expect potentially long lines and complex ballots for the November 3 election. Voters in the state, including those in Acadiana, are being urged to prepare ahead of time and arrive early to polling places.

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The Current9h ago
Local Government & Politics

Lafayette activist sues U.S. Rep. Higgins over Facebook blocking

Lafayette activist Matthew Humphrey is suing U.S. Rep. Clay Higgins, alleging the congressman unconstitutionally blocked him from Higgins' Facebook page in 2024. Humphrey contends the blocking violates his First Amendment rights to free speech and petition.

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The Current16h ago
Local Government & Politics

Meet the 18-year-old running for Carencro City Council

Alex Savage, an 18-year-old Carencro resident, is running for a seat on the Carencro City Council. Savage aims to represent younger voices in the community while working to preserve Carencro's small-town character amid growth and addressing affordability concerns.

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