A new report shows the cost of living in August was up 3.4% from a year ago. Investors think stubborn inflation makes it more likely that the Federal Reserve will raise interest rates next week.
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A Leesville man named "Earl Thompson" was sentenced to 14 years in prison for a methamphetamine charge. -
More than 500 to-go lunches were packed Friday morning by volunteers and distributed to local first responders across the community as a simple but meaningful expression of gratitude. -
New LNG project in Hackberry and Lafayette is expected to create 58 new job opportunities. -
Secretary Charlton Meginley gives a statement about the 25th anniversary of 9/11. -
The public is invited to celebrate with Kiroli Park on Saturday, September 12.
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President Trump's tariff standoff with Canada is rankling some key voters ahead of this year's midterm elections. -
The Trump administration declined this week to terminate TPS for Salvadorans, even though it has done so for people from other countries like Haiti and Syria. But it also hasn't said whether it will extend the protection in the future.
A Morgan City teacher was sentenced to five years in federal prison for enticing a relationship with a student.
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.
Information about what's happening at KEDM.
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- 25 years later, Americans pause to remember the lives lost on 9/11
- John Avlon, Rudy Giuliani's chief speechwriter during 9/11 attacks, recounts that day
