The New Yorker's Dexter Filkins says while Trump's son-in-law is a U.S. special envoy negotiating peace, he's also working on private business deals, raising billions in some of the same countries.
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Louisiana Economic Development has announced the second round of Louisiana FastSites, with applications opening October 1, 2016.
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Sicona, a developer of new-generation battery materials, announced it will invest $10.3 million to establish a U.S. facility in New Orleans East, company ADVANO.
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With the resignation of Bishop Francis I. Malone, Pope Leo XIV appoints Bishop Robert W. Marshall Jr. as Apostolic Administrator
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Frymaster LLC announces it's investing $11.5 million to expand in Caddo, building on the global foodservice’s more than 90-year history with new product development.
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On September 9, 2026, a federal grand jury returned an indictment charging two individuals for false voter registration and alien voting.
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A European Union-backed court convicted former Kosovo President Hashim Thaci of war crimes committed during his country's war for independence from Serbia and sentenced him to 25 years in prison.
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Saudi Arabia accused Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels overnight of trying to attack Islam's holiest city, prompting condemnation from countries in the region but no sign of military support.
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Data suggests many candidates are embracing AI this year to boost their image and portray their opponents unfavorably. But whether it will turn out voters remains unclear.
This year's One Book, One Festival book discussion will be the Anne Rice novel "Interview with the Vampire", commemorating the book’s 50th anniversary as well as the 2026 festival’s Halloween date. The Louisiana Book Festival will be held on Saturday, October 31, at the State Library of Louisiana and the Capitol Park area in downtown Baton Rouge.
Doug Duffey & B.A.D.D. performed at the Rhythm & Relief Concert for KEDM. These talented musicians wowed the crowd with their energy and passion as they volunteered their time and skills to support public radio.
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The City of Monroe to gather for a ceremony in remembrance of 9/11 on Friday, September 11, 2026.
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