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Stopping Gun Violence Starts with Enforcing the Laws, Says Senator Kennedy in Newsweek Op-Ed

By Lafayette Reporter | Jan 17, 2024

In a recent op-ed published in Newsweek, Senator John Kennedy of Louisiana highlighted the importance of enforcing existing laws to combat gun violence in American cities. He argued that instead of focusing on passing new gun control measures that restrict law-abiding citizens, local officials should prioritize supporting the police and ensuring that the laws already in place are effectively enforced.Kennedy addressed the conflicting views of opponents of the Second Amendment, stating, "They want to reduce gun violence, but they think cops are worse than criminals. They...

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Banking Republicans Urge Regulators to Abandon Basel III Endgame Proposal

By Lafayette Reporter | Jan 17, 2024

Senators John Kennedy (R-La.) and Tim Scott (R-S.C.), along with all Senate Banking Republicans, are calling on regulators to withdraw the Basel III Endgame Proposal. The proposal, which aims to increase bank capital requirements, has raised concerns among the senators regarding its potential impact on various aspects of the economy.In a letter addressed to regulators, the senators expressed their reservations about the proposal, highlighting its potential consequences on affordable housing, mortgage lending, small business lending, and consumer lending. They also...

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on premium gas in cities in Acadia Parish in week ending Jan. 13?

By Lafayette Reporter | Jan 16, 2024

The lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Acadia Parish was found at one gas station in the week ending Jan. 13, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Sen. John Kennedy announces $1.2 million in Hurricane Ida aid for Jefferson Parish

By Lafayette Reporter | Jan 16, 2024

Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.) has announced a Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) grant of $1,181,827 for Louisiana disaster aid. The grant will specifically benefit Jefferson Parish, which was severely impacted by Hurricane Ida.In a statement, Sen. Kennedy expressed his gratitude for the funding, stating, "Hurricane Ida hit southeast Louisiana hard. I'm thankful to see this $1.2 million allow the people of Jefferson Parish to continue to care for their senior citizens after Hurricane Ida damaged their facilities."The FEMA aid will be allocated to Jefferson Parish...

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Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Acadia Parish in week ending Jan. 13

By Lafayette Reporter | Jan 15, 2024

The lowest price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Acadia Parish was found at one gas station in the week ending Jan. 13, according to GasBuddy.com.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Acadia Parish had the cheapest diesel in week ending Jan. 13

By Lafayette Reporter | Jan 14, 2024

The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Acadia Parish was found at one gas station in the week ending Jan. 13, according to GasBuddy.com.

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On Saturday, January 13, Southern Guilford High School standout Giovanni Nannucci competed in NCAA D1 game

By Lafayette Reporter | Jan 14, 2024

The game took place in Jonesboro, Arkansas.

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Jeffersontown High School Magnet Career Academy standout Blake Butler’s college team won in NCAA D1 game on Saturday, January 13

By Lafayette Reporter | Jan 14, 2024

The Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns won 84-77 in their NCAA D1 game against the Arkansas State Red Wolves on Saturday, January 13.

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Tupelo High School standout London Fields’ college team won in NCAA D1 game on Saturday, January 13

By Lafayette Reporter | Jan 14, 2024

The Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns won 84-77 in their NCAA D1 game against the Arkansas State Red Wolves on Saturday, January 13.

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Archbishop Shaw High School standout Isaiah Crawford’s college team won in NCAA D1 game on Saturday, January 13

By Lafayette Reporter | Jan 14, 2024

The game took place in Jonesboro, Arkansas.

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Vinny Sigona, former Prestonwood Christian Academy standout, played on Saturday, January 13 in NCAA D1 game

By Lafayette Reporter | Jan 14, 2024

The Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns won 84-77 in their NCAA D1 game against the Arkansas State Red Wolves on Saturday, January 13.

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On Saturday, January 13, former Catholic High School standout Kentrell Garnett’s college team won in an NCAA D1 game

By Lafayette Reporter | Jan 14, 2024

The Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns won 84-77 in their NCAA D1 game against the Arkansas State Red Wolves on Saturday, January 13.

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Kobe Julien, former Madison Preparatory Academy standout, played on Saturday, January 13 in NCAA D1 game

By Lafayette Reporter | Jan 14, 2024

The game took place in Jonesboro, Arkansas.

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On Saturday, January 13, Booker T. Washington New Technology High School standout Kyran Ratliff competed in NCAA D1 game

By Lafayette Reporter | Jan 14, 2024

The Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns won 84-77 in their NCAA D1 game against the Arkansas State Red Wolves on Saturday, January 13.

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On Saturday, January 13, Moravian Prep standout Themus Fulks competed in NCAA D1 game

By Lafayette Reporter | Jan 14, 2024

The game took place in Jonesboro, Arkansas.

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On Saturday, January 13, former Foster High School standout Chancellor White’s college team won in an NCAA D1 game

By Lafayette Reporter | Jan 14, 2024

The game took place in Jonesboro, Arkansas.

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Christian Landry, former St. Thomas More High School standout, played on Saturday, January 13 in NCAA D1 game

By Lafayette Reporter | Jan 14, 2024

The game took place in Jonesboro, Arkansas.

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On Saturday, January 13, former Hamilton Christian Academy standout Michael Thomas’ college team won in an NCAA D1 game

By Lafayette Reporter | Jan 14, 2024

The Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns won 84-77 in their NCAA D1 game against the Arkansas State Red Wolves on Saturday, January 13.

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Joe Charles, former Carencro High School standout, played on Saturday, January 13 in NCAA D1 game

By Lafayette Reporter | Jan 14, 2024

The Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns won 84-77 in their NCAA D1 game against the Arkansas State Red Wolves on Saturday, January 13.

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Brandon Hardy, former Zachary High School standout, played on Saturday, January 13 in NCAA D1 game

By Lafayette Reporter | Jan 14, 2024

The game took place in Jonesboro, Arkansas.