LDI launches updated mobile app ahead of peak hurricane season

Insurance Commissioner Tim Temple is encouraging residents to download the updated LDIConnect mobile app as the peak of hurricane season approaches.

Catahoula Parish Police Jury staff participate in 70th annual OPAO conference

Several Jurors and staff members from the Catahoula Parish Police Jury recently attended the 70th Annual Organization of Parish Administrative Officials (OPAO) Conference, held from July 30 to August 1, 2025, at the Lincoln Parish Events Center in Ruston, Louisiana.

Seventh Judicial District Court reports strong fiscal year

Louisiana Legislature released the audit for the Seventh Judicial District Court’s financial statements for the year ending December 31, 2024, offering a transparent look into the operations of two critical funds: the Judicial Expense Fund and the Families in Need of Services (FINS) Fund.

Sheriff Edwards introduces School Resource Officers for 2025–26 school year

As students return to classrooms across Catahoula Parish, Sheriff Toney Edwards has reaffirmed his department’s unwavering commitment to school safety by formally introducing the School Resource Officers (SROs) assigned to parish campuses for the 2025–26 academic year.

Murder trial underway, 2023 murder of Tia Wiley

Nearly two years after the tragic murder of Tia Renee Wiley shocked Catahoula Parish, the trial of George “Boom” Thomas Jr. officially began Monday with jury selection at the Catahoula Parish Courthouse.

Cassidy launches reelection bid amid growing GOP field

(The Center Square) − U.S. Sen. Bill Cassidy officially launched his 2026 re-election campaign Monday at Drago’s Seafood Restaurant, surrounded by local leaders and supporters, declaring his intent to confront Louisiana’s challenges and 'make our state and our country even greater.

CATAHOULA PARISH SHERIFF’S OFFICE ARRESTS SUSPECT IN SEXUAL BATTERY CASE INVOLVING CHILD

Catahoula Parish Sheriff’s Office announces the arrest of Bobby J. Earls following the issuance of a warrant by Seventh Judicial District Judge John Reeves for the offense of Sexual Battery upon a victim under the age of twelve. On August 8, 2025, at approximately 4:00 p.m.

Gulf of America ‘dead zone’ shrank sharply in 2025, scientists say

By Nolan McKendry | The Center Square The Gulf of America’s “dead zone” has shrunk significantly this summer, with scientists measuring a hypoxic area of just over 4,400 square miles — roughly a third smaller than last year and far less than the longterm average, federal officials announced...

Back To School

Well, it is that time of year again. Early to rise. Late to bed.Alarm clocks ringing. Mass confusion trying to get the children up, dressed, breakfast, and out the door. Then the afternoons are homework, supper, baths, complaining, and settling down for a seemingly quick night’s sleep. Wow!

Louisiana crime bill package took effect on Friday

− Ten new laws championed by Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill officially took effect on Friday, ushering in what Murrill described as a 'transformative' set of reforms aimed at public safety, criminal procedure, and fraud prevention.