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Louisiana law expands survivor benefits for families of reserve officers and firefighters 

Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry has signed House Bill 12, a new law that expands survivor benefits for families of reserve and auxiliary law enforcement officers and firefighters killed in the line of duty. The legislation extends critical support to the spouses and children of reserve and auxiliary first responders who lose their lives in service. This expansion recognizes the sacrifices made by these dedicated public servants and their families.

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KLFY8h ago
Local Government & Politics

Two Louisiana congressional candidates attend freshman orientation despite unfinished runoff elections

Two Louisiana Republican congressional candidates attended freshman orientation in Washington, D.C., even though their runoff elections for the 5th and 6th districts are scheduled for December 12. The candidates are moving forward with orientation preparations while their races remain unresolved. This development comes as Louisiana's congressional races head toward their final voting stage.

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KLFY9h ago
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Lafayette receives $22 million for flood control project

Lafayette has secured $22 million in funding for the Bayou Vermilion Flood Control and Homewood Detention project, a major drainage investment that has faced financial and regulatory challenges for years. Mayor-President Monique Boulet announced the development alongside state and local officials.

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KLFY12h ago
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Lafayette rejects permit for 'AI bar' downtown

The Lafayette City Council rejected a conditional use permit for Plush Syndicate, a planned downtown venue at 201 Jefferson Street that gained attention online as an "AI bar." Following the rejection, Mayor-President Monique Blanco Boulet's administration suspended accepting new conditional use permit applications for downtown bars.

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