Editorials
Math scores ‘profound struggle in our state’
The American Press <p class="p1">For years, Louisiana’s reputation when it comes to standardized test performance in public schools ... Read more
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Developing QBs not LSU’s forte
<p class="p1">By Thursday the dust was settling on LSU’s latest quarterback exodus, and Tiger evacuee Lowell Narcisse was ... Read more
LSU Sports
LSU suspends Taylor after arrest
Ga. police link LB to burglary BATON ROUGE — LSU suspended sophomore Tyler Taylor on Wednesday after learning ... Read more
Editorials
Abandoned oil, gas wells major problem
The American Press The existence of nearly 2,000 new “orphan” oil and gas wells since the oil price ... Read more
Editorials
Private school parents getting tax break
The American Press Both houses of the Legislature at this year’s regular session unanimously approved an education savings ... Read more
Editorials
Prison mentorship helps rehabilitate inmates
The American Press The ultimate goal for prisons is to rehabilitate offenders so they can lead productive lives ... Read more
Editorials
Sales tax holidays gone until 2025
The American Press <p class="p1">Louisiana’s three state sales tax holidays may not return until 2025, but there is ... Read more
Editorials
Temporary extension for NFIP supported
The American Press Flood Insurance When it comes to the National Flood Insurance Program, Congress can’t seem to ... Read more
Editorials
State prison guards deserve pay raise
The American Press Entry-level prison guards will go from making $12.70 per hour to $13.97 per hour. American ... Read more
News
Full Senate to take its turn with ‘pretend budget’
<p>Senate Finance Chairman Eric LaFleur, D-Ville Platte, speaks about the committee’s rewriting of next year’s budget proposal, on ... Read more