Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear about a lawsuit filed by the parents of former LSU wide receiver Kyren Lacy against state police. We also learn about some possible changes coming to the Department of Children and Family Services.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear why the Pelicans' minor league affiliate is leaving Birmingham for Kenner. We also look back on 50 years of the LSU Libraries' annual Book Bazaar and hear about the Louisiana Orphan Train Museum’s latest presentation.

Today on Louisiana Considered, retired Lt. Gen. Russel Honoré joins us to discuss the costs of war in the Middle East. We also hear the latest on pervasive lead contamination throughout New Orleans playgrounds, and hear about a blues music festival coming to Baton Rouge.

Coming up on Louisiana Considered, we chat with Drew Hawkins about his investigation uncovering that multiple elected officials signed NDAs related to data centers. We also hear about a New Orleans facility’s involvement in the construction of the Artemis II rocket, and learn about the latest performance coming to Opéra Louisiane.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn how the ongoing war in Iran is leading to increased oil production in the Gulf — at the expense of a protected endangered species. We also hear about Xavier University’s win at the NAIA cheer national championships, and discuss Better Louisiana’s position on several bills making their way through the state legislature.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear about an investigation showing many elected officials signing nondisclosure agreements related to large-scale developments like the planned datacenters in northwest Louisiana. We also learn about the history of knives in Louisiana and hear about the push for amphibious homes in flood-prone areas.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear why the controversial prosecutor Hugo Holland is now the de facto front runner in a race for Caddo Parish judge. Plus we learn about a radio station designed for blind listeners in New Orleans, and hear about funding woes for Baton Rouge public defenders.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we’ll hear how the partial federal government shutdown is impacting Louis Armstrong International Airport in New Orleans. We also speak with LSU researchers who have figured out how to filter microplastics out of water, and hear about efforts to grow the state’s tech sector.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn why New Orleans may soon do away with curbside recycling. Plus, middle grade author Rachel Marsh is out with a new book all about coastal restoration and the state’s waterways. And we hear how some Mississippi lawmakers are pushing to restore voting rights for former felons.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn why the state’s reserve funds are currently flush with cash — but may not stay that way. We also hear about an upcoming LSU symposium on the history of politics and the media. Plus, we hear about innovative blood cancer treatment in Baton Rouge.