Gov. Jeff Landry on Tuesday signed a series of bills that make it easier for insurance companies to drop policyholders, raise rates and have more time to pay claims after a storm, a controversial plan that aims to attract more companies to the state.
Severe thunderstorms could make their way through southeast Louisiana later this week as a "cold front" moves across the state, bringing the potential for high winds, heavy rain and cooler overnight temperatures, according to local weather forecasters.
Former LSU baseball right-handed pitcher Paul Skenes has been called up to the major leagues, the Pittsburgh Pirates announced Wednesday.