Lake Charles Severe Weather Outlook: Tornadoes, Hail, And 60 Mph Winds Possible Wednesday
Lake Charles, Louisiana – A severe weather threat is expected to develop Wednesday afternoon and evening across Southwest Louisiana, with the Lake Charles area facing the greatest concern between 2 p.m. and 9 p.m., according to the National Weather Service in...
Louisiana Invests $150 Million In FastSites To Compete Nationally For Advanced Manufacturing And Energy Projects
Louisiana – Louisiana officials announced a major shift in the state’s economic development strategy with the launch of the FastSites program, naming 19 locations across 16 parishes that will advance in the first round of funding. Gov. Jeff Landry said the...
Louisiana Special Education Monitoring Strengthened After Federal Review
The Louisiana Department of Education is moving to further strengthen its special education systems after a 2024 federal review found the state largely on track with national expectations but in need of targeted policy updates, particularly in how it handles disputes.... Louisiana Approved For Federal Ed-Flex Program, Gaining New Flexibility Over School Funding
Louisiana – The U.S. Department of Education has approved Louisiana’s application for the federal Education Flexibility Program, commonly known as Ed-Flex, giving the state new authority to grant certain federal waivers directly to local school systems. The move...