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Because of contract disputes, cost and legislative hurdles, it will likely take years before the remainder of the city’s tens of thousands of lead pipes are replaced. In the meantime, experts say residents should take precautions like water filters.

Norman C. Francis, the president of Xavier University for nearly half a century, died on Wednesday, his family announced. He was 94 years old.

Our reporters share some of their favorite radio stories from recent years.

Advocates for the law have long argued the point isn’t to hold kids back, but make sure they get the support they need to be ready for fourth grade.

Voters will decide whether or not to grant new millages — essentially funding through property taxes — to both organizations this summer.

After months of complaints from residents about skyrocketing rates, Delta Utilities appeared before the New Orleans City Council to answer questions about its billing structure.

After January's winter storm, the Oxford community has come together to take care of those needs — not just while waiting for other responders, but also fill persistent gaps.

Louisiana has more proposed carbon capture and sequestration projects than any other state, according to a new analysis of federal government data that’s prompting outcry from environmental groups concerned the expansion is outpacing safety.

Carbon capture hasn’t delivered major climate benefits — and the plants would still emit thousands of tons of pollution.

At a city council meeting, Jason Hughes asked Sewerage and Water Board officials why the utility did not address complaints made as far back as December until late last week.