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How the End of the Corporation for Public Broadcasting Affects KRVS

How the end of CPB funding and support will make it necessary for KRVS to find other revenues to keep on the air.

Status Report on Federal Funding

KRVS is making an urgent fundraising appeal to help offset proposed federal budget cuts to public broadcasting.

An Urgent Appeal From KRVS

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Louisiana News

Allen G. Breed

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AP

Louisiana sues Food & Drug Administration to stop mailing of abortion medication

Greg LaRose (Louisiana Illuminator)

Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill filed a lawsuit this week that calls on the federal government to strike down rules that allow the distribution of abortion drugs without an in-person doctor’s visit.
Emily Kask

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NPR

Principal resigns from New Orleans' only direct-run school

Marta Jewson, The Lens

Sizable budget gaps at The Leah Chase School have raised questions among system leaders about the school's viability.
Christiana Botic

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Verite News and Catchlight Local/Report for America

Government shutdown forces closure of national park sites in Louisiana

Jasmine Robinson (Verite News)

The New Orleans Jazz Historical National Park and other national park sites in southern Louisiana are closed until further notice due to the federal government shutdown.
Photos courtesy of AP Photo/Evan Vucci; Lt. Gov. Billy Nungesser

Trump’s comments are hurting Canadian tourism in Louisiana. Lt. Gov. Nungesser wants an apology

Alex Cox

Lt. Gov. Billy Nungesser said he’s heard from many Canadians who are avoiding the state, including upcoming festivals in Acadiana, because of Trump’s comments.

Medicine Ball Caravan In-Studio Performances

Local Shows

Blue Monday Allstars

The BLUE MONDAY ALLSTARS are in the Caravan today to out their spin on the beloved blues of Louisiana featuring Lee Allen Zeno on bass, Steve Adams on drums, Tony Goula on electric guitar, Gee Scott on the keys. John Williams with Love of People steps in to talk more on Blue Monday's heartfelt mission which is to provide life-care services for our beloved aging, retired, and elder musicians and artists. They are hosting the Blues Jam: a tribute to Carol Fran, this Monday Oct. 13 at The Ruins! Learn more on their mission here. Stay up to date with their concert series via Facebook.

Local Shows

Drew Landry & the North Country Ramblers

Local Shows

Fire of Tierra Caliente LIVE on the Caravan

Local Shows

Sean Ardoin & Kreole Rock & Soul take a ride on the Caravan LIVE!

NPR News

Stephen Maturen

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Getty Images

Dominion, the voting tech company at the center of false 2020 claims, is sold

NPR Washington Desk

Dominion Voting Systems, the company at the center of false fraud claims about the 2020 election, has been acquired by an entity called Liberty Vote.
Michael M. Santiago

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Getty Images

Justice Department indicts Letitia James after pressure from Trump

Carrie Johnson

The indictment comes after steady pressure from President Trump to prosecute James, who successfully sued Trump and his company for inflating the value of some of its properties.

NPR News

Once the Gaza ceasefire goes into effect, what happens next? Here's what to know

Ruth Sherlock

Israel and Hamas have reached an agreement for the "first phase" of a plan promoted by President Trump to end the war in Gaza. A ceasefire is expected to go into effect after an Israeli Cabinet vote.

60 Years of Radio Acadie - A KRVS Original Podcast

New episodes premiere weekly during the Zydeco Stomp and will air throughout the week during the news and other KRVS programs. They'll also be posted weekly here and on Spotify.