Louisiana state politics

WWNO/WRKF has partnered with the Louisiana Illuminator to launch “The Light Switch,” a new weekly podcast focused on Louisiana politics.

Louisiana State Police bought a small passenger plane for $5.5 million, and Gov. Jeff Landry has been using it to travel around the state.

A law that requires Louisiana’s public K-12 schools, colleges and universities to display the Ten Commandments in every classroom takes effect Wednesday, and the state’s top lawyer said Monday she will soon provide guidance to aid with compliance.

Nonpartisan group breaks down proposed changes on November and December ballots.

Louisiana's governor has called on LSU to bring live tiger mascot to football games.

Criminal justice reform advocates, public defenders say Act 281 can negatively impact people accused of non-violent crimes.

Listen to Gov. Landry’s latest interview with Jim Engster, recorded Tuesday on Talk Louisiana.

Lawmakers on the House Commerce Committee voted 16-2 against a bill that would have established gold and silver as currency in Louisiana.

Election Day in Louisiana resulted in some big wins — and some enormous losses — as Republicans swept all of Louisiana’s statewide seats.

The loss of specialized doctors due to the influx of anti-LGBTQ laws is the latest blow to a region already dealing with a shortage of health care providers.