After the Census Bureau issued a report tied to a Trump-aligned think tank, the bureau's parent agency cut language banning political interference from its scientific integrity policy, NPR learned.
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The Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine (VCOM)-Louisiana and the University of Louisiana Monroe (ULM) have strengthened their longstanding partnership through a new Preferred Admission Track agreement. The Preferred Admission Track Agreement will take effect in the 2026-2027 school year.
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The Water Innovation Studio of Louisiana has reached its first major milestone with the transition of the FloodID partnership with ICEYE, a technology used to gather flood information and damage protection have been successful.
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On Wednesday, August 26, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Gulf of America Division (GAD) announced 24 projects selected from the Innovative Solutions for Improving Water Quality and Strengthening Local Economies.
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Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) detected in local mosquito pool in Ouachita Parish
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The City of Monroe announces a temporary road closure on Washington St. at the intersection of Alabama St. due to construction. The closure is expected to begin Tuesday, August 25th, at 7:00 a.m. and will remain closed until further notice.
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Russian forces relentlessly battered Kyiv and cities in the region around the Ukrainian capital for a fifth straight day, leaving some supermarket shelves bare after repeated strikes on warehouses.
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U.S. threats erupt into attacks in the Strait of Hormuz, and Iran retaliates against U.S. targets in the United Arab Emirates and Jordan in the first exchange of fire since July 29.
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A recent study found that many women treated for recurrent UTIs didn't have UTIs at all. Instead, their symptoms were caused by hormonally driven inflammation and pelvic floor dysfunction.
An NPR investigation found that people in the U.S. are dying from heat much more often than official counts show. We explore the reasons why — and how lives can be saved.
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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West Monroe Gar Rodeo to be held in Alley Park, downtown West Monroe Friday, August 28th and Saturday, August 29th.
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