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New Orleans city workers union hopes to avoid layoffs amid budget crisis
NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - From police to crews patching potholes, rough estimates put the number of city employees in New Orleans at around 5,000. But Amanda Fallis says the actual figure is likely lower — and the city can’t afford to lose any more...
Owner: Gray Television Inc.
Louisiana moves toward shrinking some buffer zones for commercial menhaden fishing
The Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Commission has taken early steps to adjust a buffer zone that would allow commercial menhaden fishing closer to the state’s coastline, reigniting the industry’s fight with sports fishermen and charter boat...
Owner: States Newsroom Network
Aha Scientific Sessions: UCLA Health Experts Share New Advances in Heart Failure, Cardio-Oncology, and Arrhythmia Care
UCLA cardiologists present the latest cardiovascular innovations at annual meeting November 7-10 Newswise — LOS ANGELES — UCLA Health experts will present new research and lead key discussions at the American Heart Association (AHA) Scientific...
Owner: Roger Johnson (daughter Jessica is CEO)
Cedars-Sinai Heart Scientists Earn Top National Honors
Newswise — LOS ANGELES (Nov. 6, 2025) -- The American Heart Association has selected Cedars-Sinai heart scientists to receive notable honors. Eduardo Marbán, MD, PhD, executive director of the Smidt Heart Institute at Cedars-Sinai, will give the...
Owner: Roger Johnson (daughter Jessica is CEO)
Xavier U. lays off 46 amid 100th anniversary; $510M capital bond authorization on New Orleans ballot
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WWNO - Louisiana
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As Xavier University of Louisiana was in final preparations for its homecoming and 100th anniversary celebration, the university announced the layoff of 46 full-time workers, citing the need to ensure its long-term health. President of Xavier...
Owner: University of New Orleans & American Government
Mississippi sheriff reflects on wild week after research monkeys escape crash
A truck carrying lab monkeys crashed in Jasper County, sparking confusion, fear of infection, and a weeklong chase that left a sheriff juggling chaos and criticism JASPER COUNTY, Miss — Ten years as sheriff in Jasper County, Mississippi, Randy...
Owner: TEGNA Inc.
Longtime leader of St. Joseph's Academy in Baton Rouge to retire
After 14 years at the helm, Jan Breen has announced she is retiring in June from her position as president of the all-girls St. Joseph’s Academy in Baton Rouge. “After more than five decades in Catholic education, I am looking forward to the next...
Owner: John & Dathel Georges
Things to do this weekend in Baton Rouge: Merry Market, St. Francisville Wine and Food Festival and more
Do some Christmas Shopping this weekend Take a trip out to Gonzales, Friday through Sunday, Nov. 7-9, for Merry Market. Shop ‘til you drop with over 400 booths and vendors selling Christmas decor, candles, toys, jewelry, candy and more. The market...
Owner: Julio Melara
How 2025 became a big year for tech in Louisiana
The landmark announcement last November of Meta’s $10 billion investment to build a data center in Richland Parish, along with news two months later of Hut 8’s plans to build a $2.5 billion data center in West Feliciana Parish signaled that the AI...
Owner: Julio Melara
Deck Expo delivers product exploration, technology ahead of 2026 outdoor living season
Deck Expo, North America’s largest gathering place for deck and outdoor living professionals, concluded on Oct. 24, uniting a global audience to explore cutting-edge innovations, share industry insights and create strategic partnerships that will...
Owner: Rick Schumacher
When technology came to the duck hole
“I knew a man Bojangles and he’d dance for you…” – Mr. Bojangles, Jerry Jeff Walker As the story goes, Jerry Jeff Walker took his inspiration for the song “Mr. Bojangles” from a homeless street performer he met while spending a night in the drunk...
Owner: Todd Carpenter
State of Automation 2025 research: Year-end insights, guidance
The Control Engineering survey and report, State of Industrial Automation 2025, created opportunities for additional coverage during the year on automation, controls and instrumentation, supporting the survey results and trends revealed in the...
Owner: Mountaingate Capital
How to watch women's SE Louisiana vs. LSU basketball: TV channel and streaming options for November 6
The SE Louisiana Lions (1-0) go up against the No. 5 LSU Tigers (1-0) at Pete Maravich Assembly Center on Thursday, November 6, 2025. The game tips at 8 p.m. ET on SEC Network+. How to watch SE Louisiana Lions vs. LSU Tigers SE Louisiana vs. LSU...
Owner: The Ochs-Sulzberger Family
Brunswick Community College presents at national ACCT Leadership Congress in New Orleans
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The Brunswick Beacon - North Carolina
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Brunswick Community College (BCC) is proud to announce its participation in last week’s Association of Community College Trustees (ACCT) Leadership Congress 2025, the premier national gathering for community college leaders. The presentation,...
Owner: Paxton Family
Gifford Briggs: Moratorium undermines Louisiana’s energy leadership
Energy security is vital to our country’s national security. America cannot, and should not, rely on foreign sources of energy if we are going to continue to be the leader of the free world. Nowhere is this connection between energy and security...
Owner: John & Dathel Georges
Louisiana fashion exhibit, improv comedy, holiday jazz concert taping and more in Baton Rouge
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The Advocate - Louisiana
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The following is a calendar of community events in the Baton Rouge area from Friday through Thursday, Nov. 13. FRIDAY-SATURDAY FLASHLIGHT FRIGHT NIGHTS: 6:30 p.m.-11:30 p.m., 13th Gate Haunted Attraction, 832 St. Philip St. With flashlights as the...
Owner: John & Dathel Georges
Louisiana-Pacific Corporation (NYSE:LPX) Q3 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
Louisiana-Pacific Corporation (NYSE:LPX) Q3 2025 Earnings Call Transcript November 5, 2025 Louisiana-Pacific Corporation misses on earnings expectations. Reported EPS is $0.36 EPS, expectations were $0.37. Operator: Good day, and thank you for...
Owner: Ian Dogan
Dallas Mavericks face New Orleans Pelicans at AAC -- watch it live tonight on WFAA
An injury-plagued Dallas Mavericks host the New Orleans Pelicans Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. on WFAA and KFAA. Here’s how to watch and get the clearest broadcast signal. DALLAS — Watch the Dallas Mavericks vs. New Orleans Pelicans at 7:30 p.m. on...
Owner: TEGNA Inc.
Here are 5 fairs and festivals happening this weekend in south Louisiana, including Ren Fest
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The Advocate - Louisiana
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THROUGH FRIDAY FANFARE: Southeastern Louisiana University, Hammond. The university's annual fall festival of the arts, humanities and social sciences wraps up on Friday with two events: the second night of "The Magic Flute" from SLU's Opera/Music...
Owner: John & Dathel Georges
Collision Engineering Program Coming to LA to Address Auto Repair Gap
The Collision Engineering Career Alliance partnered with El Camino College in Torrance, California to launch a collision engineering program. The aim is to help fill the more than 100,000 job openings expected through 2028 in the field. The...
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