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Louisiana ranks as one of the worst states in the nation for maternal and infant health, especially for Black and Native American women, according to the latest report from the March of Dimes. Experts said the state’s abortion ban, which went into effect immediately after Roe v. Wade was overturned this year by the U.S. Supreme Court, could make pregnancy and birth even more dangerous.
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Record-high maternal and infant mortality rates are just some of the reasons why pregnancy in the state is “an inherent medical risk,” the report’s author says. -
Last week, Louisiana voters struck down an amendment to its constitution that would have prohibited slavery and involuntary servitude.The four other states where slavery was on the ballot – Alabama, Oregon, Tennessee and Vermont – approved similar referenda. Louisiana was put in the national spotlight for rejecting the change.
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U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy announced Friday that he will not run for Louisiana’s open governorship in 2023.Cassidy teased his announcement in a routine press call earlier this week, igniting intense speculation about his potential candidacy and a matchup against his U.S. Senate colleague John Kennedy.
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Health officials say now is not the time to let your guard down on protecting yourself, and others, as the three contagious viruses spread across the region.
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U.S. Sen. Bill Cassidy told reporters Tuesday that he has made a decision about the race and he will announce it publicly later this week. The statement comes one day after his Senate colleague John Kennedy said he is “seriously considering” mounting his own gubernatorial bid and released his own polling data showing that he would be an early favorite in the race.
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Family members and former protest leaders will gather to commemorate the 50-year anniversary of the shooting at 5 p.m. on Wednesday at the Old State Capitol in Baton Rouge.
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Congressional delegation reelected; Duplessis tops Landry for state senate
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Abortion became a pivotal issue for Democrats in the midterms. Pro- and anti-abortion rights groups are now analyzing what worked and what didn't as they prepare for the next wave of messaging.
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Recent hits by Russian missles on Ukraine's power grid and water systems have affected hospitals, cell phone service, and basic necessities such as heating and cooking.
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President Biden promises gun control legislation before the year is out. Plus, a House committee wins its fight to obtain former President Trump's tax returns.
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We review how the U.S soccer team has performed so far in the World Cup and look ahead to the team's match against Iran next week.
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Israel appoints far-right politician with a history of inciting racism as national security ministerIsrael's far-right politician Ben Gvir is set to be national security minister in the new coalition. What are the implications of his appointment?
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