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Nearly Six in 10 U.S. Counties Have No Public Air Monitor as States Limit Community Pollution Data

Government air monitors fell by nearly half in 20 years, and three states limit community pollution data. Here is what it means for families with asthma.

Medical Daily

Fifth Circuit Judges Press Louisiana on Standing as Mifepristone Stays Available by Mail with No Ruling Yet

Appeals judges pressed Louisiana on standing in its mifepristone case. Mail and telehealth access continue, and no ruling has been issued yet.

Medical Daily

Berry mix sold at Walmart is recalled in 16 states over E. coli risk

Walmart shoppers are urged to check their freezers after a recall expanded to include a frozen berry mix sold in 16 states. Chilean supplier Frutas y Hortalizas del Sur S.A. has recalled a lot of Great Value Organic Triple Berry Blend due to potential E. coli O145 contamination. E. coli…

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The US built nearly 2,000 km of Mississippi River levees; helping erase 4,900 sq km of coastal land

The construction of levees along the Mississippi River has led to significant coastal land erosion in Louisiana by obstructing critical river sediment from reaching coastal estuaries. In an effort to combat this issue, environmental agencies are now reintroducing river mud into the affected bayous. This initiative is focused on rejuvenating…

The Times of India

Ex-Louisiana mayor released after serving 90-day sentence for raping teen boy at pool party

Judge Kent Savoie acknowledged that he made mistake in sentencing of former DeRidder Mayor Misty Roberts, but denied request to amend ruling

The Independent UK

Former Louisiana mayor completes 90-day jail term for raping 16-year-old boy

Judge admits he made mistake in sentencing Misty Roberts, who faced up to 17 years in prison after conviction

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Thirty-nine candidates are running for Louisiana’s six U.S. House districts — tying with 2016 for the most since 2014

This year, Louisiana and two other states — Alabama and Tennessee — reopened their filing deadlines for primary elections for the U.S. House of Representatives after the initial deadline passed. Each state reopened its filing deadline after passing new congressional maps ahead of this year's elections. Here's how this move…

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Weekly Brew: September 4, 2026

Each week, The Weekly Brew brings you a collection of the most viewed stories from The Daily Brew, condensed. Here are the top stories from the week of August 31 - September 4.

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All eyes turn to federal court in Alabama as SEC tries again to ban former pros from LSU roster

The Southeastern Conference is taking LSU to federal court in Alabama to prevent former NFL players from joining LSU's football team

The Independent UK

US state of Louisiana in battle over electoral map

With just two months to go before the US midterm elections, the battle for votes is in full swing. Our reporter Fanny Allard has been to the state of Louisiana, where a redistricting row is playing out with far-reaching implications for racial equality.

France 24

Voters in seven states are deciding on 13 property tax measures this year

Welcome to the Friday, Sept. 4, 2026, Brew.

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The wild world of LSU: from tigers on the field to wooing ex-NFL players

Recruiting ex-pros. Inflaming Ukraine-Russia tensions. Suing the SEC and being sued back. The school is adapting to a new reality – and also creating a new one

The Guardian - US

In 2017, Louisiana helped repair septic systems threatening the Amite River. 7 years later, 805 systems were fixed and 46.9 miles were removed from the bacteria list

Significant strides in water quality have stemmed from proactive home septic system inspections and educational initiatives. The Amite River now aligns with primary contact recreation standards, a remarkable turnaround following years of pollution. Capital RC&D has carried out extensive inspections and repairs, resulting in reduced bacteria levels and the delisting…

The Economic Times

In 1970, NASA launched two bullfrogs into orbit to study vestibular function; over six days, the animals provided hours of data on balance in weightlessness

In 1970, an extraordinary experiment sent two frogs, Pierre and Tee-Nom, into orbit around Earth. Researchers closely examined their inner ear organs to determine how zero gravity affected their sense of balance. The rich data they provided on space motion sickness proved invaluable for astronaut training, marking a significant milestone…

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Medical Daily

Genetic Sequencing Predicted Reduced Antibiotic Response in All 98 Salmonella Cases Tied to Recalled Texas Eggs

Sequencing predicted the Salmonella strain in a 98-person egg outbreak would resist common antibiotics, and other illness sources remain unidentified.

International Business Times UK

'I Am Very Ashamed': Deported Milo Yiannopoulos Regrets Donald Trump Support Following ICE Arrest

Milo Yiannopoulos says he is 'very ashamed' of supporting Donald Trump after being detained by ICE in Louisiana and deported to the UK.

Tom’s Hardware

FBI investigating 153 million US and Canadian driver’s licenses leaked on Russian cybercrime forum, including that of US SecDef Pete Hegseth — data is suspected to have come from an ID-authentication service provider

The leak was traced to a major ID-authentication service based in Louisiana, serving major companies like Hertz, Target, and the United States Coast Guard.

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The U.S. is about to churn out much more natural gas to power AI or to export, and it’s triggering a slew of multibillion-dollar acquisitions

Oneok bought up Brazos Midstream’s Permian Basin gas facilities for over $4.4 billion as the industry consolidates.

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Hungry review – hippo horror sees multi-ton mammal run amok among bayou boat-trippers

A group of thinly drawn characters on a Louisiana tour fight for survival against a rampaging vegetarian

The Times of India

In 2001, scientists released 880 tiny weevils against a weed choking Texas waterways; by 2003, giant salvinia had almost disappeared

A thick green carpet can make a pond or reservoir appear almost solid, but giant salvinia is a floating fern, spreading across the water rather than growing from the bottom. In Texas and Louisiana, the plant had become difficult to manage, forming dense mats that blocked sunlight, reduced oxygen and…

International Business Times UK

Hurricane Edouard Updates: Texas and Louisiana Brace for Flooding, Heavy Rain, and Storm Surge

Tropical Storm Edouard nears the Gulf Coast as Texas and Louisiana brace for heavy rain, flash flooding, strong winds and life-threatening storm surge.

The Independent UK

Tropical Storm Edouard makes landfall on Gulf Coast as multiple storms brew offshore

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Latin Times

Tropical Storm Edouard Route Map & Updates: Possible Hurricane and Flooding Threat Near Texas-Louisiana Line

Tropical Storm Edouard nears the Texas-Louisiana line with flood and storm-surge risk high, as forecasters split on hurricane strength.

The Independent UK

Tropical Storm Edouard mapped: Texas and Louisiana brace for heavy rain and flooding

Winds as high as 60 mph are expected in some areas, with the state governor warning of a risk of wildfires

The Guardian - US

Press freedom advocates alarmed by $300,000 defamation verdict against Louisiana newspaper

Experts say ruling could undermine the ‘actual malice’ standard and make publishers more wary of critical reporting

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