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Louisiana Executes Inmate with Nitrogen Gas
Jessie Hoffman Jr., 46, was executed by nitrogen gas in Louisiana on Tuesday, marking the state's first execution in 15 years and the fifth use of this method in the US; he was convicted of killing Mary "Molly" Elliott in 1994.
Louisiana Executes Inmate with Nitrogen Gas
Jessie Hoffman Jr., 46, was executed by nitrogen gas in Louisiana on Tuesday, marking the state's first execution in 15 years and the fifth use of this method in the US; he was convicted of killing Mary "Molly" Elliott in 1994.
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40% Bias Score
New Orleans Mardi Gras parades rescheduled due to severe weather threat
Facing severe weather threats, including tornadoes, New Orleans preemptively adjusted its Mardi Gras parades by advancing their schedules and reducing parade routes, while Jefferson Parish canceled its celebrations; this comes after President Trump's recent firing of hundreds of National Weather Ser...
New Orleans Mardi Gras parades rescheduled due to severe weather threat
Facing severe weather threats, including tornadoes, New Orleans preemptively adjusted its Mardi Gras parades by advancing their schedules and reducing parade routes, while Jefferson Parish canceled its celebrations; this comes after President Trump's recent firing of hundreds of National Weather Ser...
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44% Bias Score
Louisiana Withdraws Great River Road from Historic Landmark Designation
The National Park Service withdrew the Great River Road in Louisiana from National Historic Landmark designation at the request of state officials prioritizing economic development over preserving the area's unique Afro-Creole cultural heritage, despite a prior determination of eligibility.
Louisiana Withdraws Great River Road from Historic Landmark Designation
The National Park Service withdrew the Great River Road in Louisiana from National Historic Landmark designation at the request of state officials prioritizing economic development over preserving the area's unique Afro-Creole cultural heritage, despite a prior determination of eligibility.
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Louisiana Halts Mass Vaccination Promotion Amid Kennedy Confirmation
Louisiana ended mass vaccination promotion, prompting criticism from Senator Bill Cassidy despite his vote confirming anti-vaccine advocate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as US health secretary; the decision coincided with a surge in flu cases and a measles outbreak in Texas, raising concerns about public he...
Louisiana Halts Mass Vaccination Promotion Amid Kennedy Confirmation
Louisiana ended mass vaccination promotion, prompting criticism from Senator Bill Cassidy despite his vote confirming anti-vaccine advocate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as US health secretary; the decision coincided with a surge in flu cases and a measles outbreak in Texas, raising concerns about public he...
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40% Bias Score
Louisiana Preschool Teachers on Leave After Assault Video Surfaces
Two Louisiana preschool teachers face investigation after videos surfaced showing them laughing while students beat a four-year-old at Riveroaks Elementary School in January 2024; the school superintendent called the teachers' behavior "disgusting".
Louisiana Preschool Teachers on Leave After Assault Video Surfaces
Two Louisiana preschool teachers face investigation after videos surfaced showing them laughing while students beat a four-year-old at Riveroaks Elementary School in January 2024; the school superintendent called the teachers' behavior "disgusting".
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48% Bias Score
Louisiana Finalizes Nitrogen Hypoxia Protocol for Executions
Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry announced the state has finalized a protocol for using nitrogen hypoxia to carry out death sentences, ending a 15-year pause; the Louisiana State Penitentiary will oversee the executions, which are expected to begin soon but no date has been set.
Louisiana Finalizes Nitrogen Hypoxia Protocol for Executions
Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry announced the state has finalized a protocol for using nitrogen hypoxia to carry out death sentences, ending a 15-year pause; the Louisiana State Penitentiary will oversee the executions, which are expected to begin soon but no date has been set.
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Louisiana Judge Halts First Nitrogen Gas Execution
A Louisiana judge temporarily blocked the state's first nitrogen gas execution, scheduled for March 18th, siding with the condemned inmate, Jessie Hoffman Jr., who argued the method is cruel and unusual punishment, a decision the state plans to appeal.
Louisiana Judge Halts First Nitrogen Gas Execution
A Louisiana judge temporarily blocked the state's first nitrogen gas execution, scheduled for March 18th, siding with the condemned inmate, Jessie Hoffman Jr., who argued the method is cruel and unusual punishment, a decision the state plans to appeal.
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Severe Storms Disrupt Mardi Gras Celebrations in Louisiana"
Severe storms threatened Louisiana and other Southern states on Tuesday, forcing officials to reschedule or cancel Mardi Gras parades in several areas due to high winds and potential tornadoes, raising concerns about the impact of recent staff reductions at the National Weather Service.
Severe Storms Disrupt Mardi Gras Celebrations in Louisiana"
Severe storms threatened Louisiana and other Southern states on Tuesday, forcing officials to reschedule or cancel Mardi Gras parades in several areas due to high winds and potential tornadoes, raising concerns about the impact of recent staff reductions at the National Weather Service.
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24% Bias Score
Terminally Ill Louisiana Death Row Inmate Dies Days Before Scheduled Execution
Christopher Sepulvado, 81, a Louisiana death row inmate convicted in 1993 for the 1992 murder of his 6-year-old stepson, died of natural causes days before his scheduled March 17 execution by nitrogen gas, prompting debate over the ethics of executing terminally ill prisoners.
Terminally Ill Louisiana Death Row Inmate Dies Days Before Scheduled Execution
Christopher Sepulvado, 81, a Louisiana death row inmate convicted in 1993 for the 1992 murder of his 6-year-old stepson, died of natural causes days before his scheduled March 17 execution by nitrogen gas, prompting debate over the ethics of executing terminally ill prisoners.
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Louisiana Halts Mass Vaccination Promotion Amidst Anti-Vaccine Sentiment
Louisiana's health department will no longer promote mass vaccination, a decision attributed to growing distrust in public health institutions and influenced by Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s appointment to a key health role, prompting concerns from experts about a potential surge in preventable diseases a...
Louisiana Halts Mass Vaccination Promotion Amidst Anti-Vaccine Sentiment
Louisiana's health department will no longer promote mass vaccination, a decision attributed to growing distrust in public health institutions and influenced by Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s appointment to a key health role, prompting concerns from experts about a potential surge in preventable diseases a...
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40% Bias Score
LSU Professor Reinstated After Vulgar Remarks About Governor, Trump
A Louisiana judge ordered Louisiana State University to reinstate law professor Ken Levy, who was suspended for using vulgar language to criticize Governor Jeff Landry and President Trump in class; the judge's ruling emphasized the importance of academic freedom and allowing rigorous debate.
LSU Professor Reinstated After Vulgar Remarks About Governor, Trump
A Louisiana judge ordered Louisiana State University to reinstate law professor Ken Levy, who was suspended for using vulgar language to criticize Governor Jeff Landry and President Trump in class; the judge's ruling emphasized the importance of academic freedom and allowing rigorous debate.
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40% Bias Score
Louisiana Governor Faces Lawsuit After Forcibly Relocating Homeless to Unprepared Warehouse Before Winter Storm
Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry authorized the forced relocation of over 100 homeless individuals from New Orleans encampments to a poorly equipped warehouse lacking sufficient heating and resources before a major winter storm, incurring costs of over \$17 million and leading to a lawsuit alleging un...
Louisiana Governor Faces Lawsuit After Forcibly Relocating Homeless to Unprepared Warehouse Before Winter Storm
Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry authorized the forced relocation of over 100 homeless individuals from New Orleans encampments to a poorly equipped warehouse lacking sufficient heating and resources before a major winter storm, incurring costs of over \$17 million and leading to a lawsuit alleging un...
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64% Bias Score
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