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Kathleen Flynn for the Gulf States NewsroomNDAs have become a flashpoint in Louisiana politics, drawing criticism from voters on both the left and right. Will they play a role in the Nov. 3 election? -
Kathleen Flynn for the Gulf States NewsroomResidents are suing Vermilion Parish, alleging that officials violated Louisiana Open Meetings Law to keep the details of the SpaceX deal from public view. -
Aubri Juhasz/WWNOMany students in the Gulf South get free school meals, but some could lose access as fewer families receive federal food benefits through SNAP. -
Illustration by Bethany Atkinson/Deep South TodayState Rep. Stephanie Hilferty has raised more than $137,000 from energy and water utilities, and their executives, in a race to join a commission that could shape electricity bills for decades.
Born and raised in Carencro, Kristen Foreman is here in the studio! She is an upcoming "old soul" in today's Country Music in Nashville and Texas. With lyrics rooted in Louisiana culture and a smooth classic Country sound, Kristen Foreman is, no doubt, making waves in the industry.
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Tyler Russell/Connecticut Public via Getty ImagesA new study from AARP shows caregivers' out-of-pocket costs rose about 60% in the last five years. -
Juanma Jiménez/Europa Press via APThe toll is rising after a high-speed train between slammed into the rear of another train that had stopped south of Madrid, derailing two cars. It was Spain's second major train accident this year.
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In Ohio, many people are displeased with the state's rapid buildout of data centers. It's a hot issue in the midterms, as political candidates from both parties try to ease voter concerns.
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