Louisiana State Police Help Disperse Protests at Tulane University

By Calcasieu Staff

Published May 01, 2024

New Orleans, Louisiana - In response to a request from the Tulane University Police Department and the New Orleans Police Department, the Louisiana State Police stepped in to assist in removing unsanctioned protests that had emerged on Tulane's campus. LSP said that the collaborative efforts of Troopers, working in conjunction with partner agencies, aimed to safeguard the well-being of students, protestors, and the local community while restoring order to the Tulane University campus.

Vinton I-10 Westbound Right Lane Closure Scheduled March 31-April 1

Vinton, Louisiana - The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development has announced an overnight lane closure on Interstate 10 westbound in Vinton for roadway maintenance. According to the agency, the right lane of I-10 westbound will be closed from Coone...

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Lake Charles And Westlake I-10 Shoulder Closures Scheduled Through April 22, 2026

LAKE CHARLES, La. — The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development has announced multiple singular shoulder closures along Interstate 10 in both directions between mile marker 25 in Westlake and mile marker 31 in Lake Charles from Sunday, March 22, 2026,...

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Sulphur Drivers Advised Of March 16-20 Lane Closures At Beglis Pkwy Intersection

SULPHUR, LA. — The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development, or DOTD, said alternating lane closures are scheduled to begin Monday, March 16, 2026, at the intersection of E Burton Street and North Beglis Parkway in Sulphur as crews perform milling and...

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