Louisiana News

Aggregated Louisiana News Articles

• Chris Christie's niece charged in drunken brawl at New Orleans airport
  
  Shannon Christie Epstein allegedly brawled with seven deputies at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, kicking one in groin, biting another.
  Fox News.  Wed, 06 Dec 2023 10:42:59 -0500.
• Birmingham business lands pharmacy contract with Louisiana hospital
  
  The company has steadily expanded since its founding nearly a decade ago and now owns or operates 26 hospital-based retail pharmacies across the country.
  Marie Leech.  American City Business Journals.  Wed, 06 Dec 2023 01:01:00 +0000.
• Pacers reach semifinals on Haliburton's big night; Pelicans power past Kings
  
  The Indiana Pacers and the New Orleans Pelicans are on their way to Las Vegas.
  Espn Insiders.  ESPN.  Tue, 5 Dec 2023 10:59:57 EST.
• In Louisiana, African American women face greater risk of maternal mortality
  
  Back in April, the death of African American athlete Tori Bowie from complications of childbirth sent shockwaves across the United States. ...
  Fanny Allard.  France 24.  Tue, 05 Dec 2023 11:31:32 GMT.
• SVP's One Big Thing: 49ers make loud statement with big Week 13 win vs. Eagles
  
  Also, the Detroit Lions get an important win against the New Orleans Saints after losing on Thanksgiving.
  Scott Van Pelt.  ESPN.  Mon, 4 Dec 2023 16:42:06 EST.
• Samsara (IOT) Benefits From Expanding Clientele, Partner Base
  
  Samsara (IOT) is benefiting from an expanding clientele and strong partner base that now includes the likes of New Orleans City.
  Zacks Equity Research.  Zacks.  Mon, 04 Dec 2023 16:50:00 GMT.
• University of Houston hires Willie Fritz as head football coach, replacing Dana Holgorsen
  
  The University of Houston hired Willie Fritz from Tulane University in New Orleans as its new head football coach. Click through to the story to learn more about him.
  Olivia Pulsinelli.  American City Business Journals.  Mon, 04 Dec 2023 13:53:06 +0000.
• Lions hold off Saints as Derek Carr leaves after big hit
  
  New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr had to leave in the fourth quarter against the Detroit Lions on Sunday, and backup Jameis Winston couldn't complete the comeback.
  Fox News.  Sun, 03 Dec 2023 18:26:58 -0500.
• A home with star quality: New Orleans townhouse once owned by Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie lists for starting bid of $1M
  
  This swanky New Orleans townhouse once owned by Bradd Pitt and Angelina Jolie at the height of their 'Brangelina' fame has hit the market, with the starting bid priced at just $1 million.
  Daily Mail.  Sat, 02 Dec 2023 19:11:53 GMT.
• Live: Gophers vs. New Orleans. Follow it on Gameview
  
  The Gophers hope to rebound for their loss to San Francisco. Tap here for play-by-play and tonight's men's college basketball scoreboard.
  Star Tribune Staff.  Star Tribune - Minneapolis, Minnesota.  Thu, 30 Nov 2023 23:53:17 +0000.
• House Speaker Mike Johnson has "reservations" about expelling George Santos
  
  "There are people of good faith who make an argument, both pro and con, for the expulsion resolution for Santos," the Louisiana Republican said.
  CBS News.  Wed, 29 Nov 2023 15:11:00 -0500.
• Jean Knight, 'Mr. Big Stuff' singer, dies at 80
  
  Jean Knight, the New Orleans-born soul singer known for her 1971 hit "Mr. Big Stuff," has died at the age of 80.
  KETV - Omaha, Nebraska.  Tue, 28 Nov 2023 15:07:00 GMT.
• Passenger jumps out of emergency exit at New Orleans airport: sheriff's office
  
  Federal authorities are investigating following an incident with a passenger at the Louis Armstrong International Airport in Kenner on Sunday, Nov. 26.
  Rachel Hernandez.  The Hill.  Tue, 28 Nov 2023 03:09:22 +0000.
• Southwest passenger jumps out of emergency door onto tarmac at New Orleans airport
  
  A Southwest Airlines passenger remains hospitalized after opening an emergency door and jumping out of the plane while it was still on the tarmac in New Orleans.
  Wls.  ABC News.  Tue, 28 Nov 2023 00:02:03 +0000.

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In 2008, the estimated population of Louisiana was 4,410,796, whereas in 2006, the population of Louisiana was about 4,243,634.  For detailed, up-to-date information about Louisiana's demographics, visit the U.S. Census Bureau's QuickFacts about Louisiana web page.  For maps of Louisiana, visit this Louisiana Map website.

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