Real estate experts say there is a troubling trend emerging in Shreveport, Baton Rouge and other parts of the state. Shauna Sanford talks with experts about the problem areas in the state and a homeowner who is experiencing the foreclosure crisis firsthand.

Many in rural Louisiana feel they have been forgotten in the recovery process after Hurricanes Katrina and Rita. Charlie Whinham talks with residents from the fishing community of Dulac to see how they are rebuilding their homes and their lives.

We head to Toledo Bend area to visit the historic village of Fisher, as part of our "What's in a Name?" series.

State Representative Jane Smith is crafting legislation to increase the incentives for businesses and consumers to buy alternative fuel vehicles or converters for gasoline cars and trucks. Shauna Sanford takes a look at the CNG vehicle and what it could mean.

Louisiana native Mel Ott, one of baseball's greatest players, would have turned 100 this month. His hometown of Gretna honored "Master Melvin" recently by unveiling a life-sized bronze statue of the Hall of Famer.

Senator Cheryl Gray of the Legislative Black Caucus discusses the upcoming legislative session.

University of New Orleans hosted a robotics contest for high school students.

Shauna Sanford talks with both sides of the issue over President Barack Obama's reversal of the ban on federal funding of embryonic stem cell research.

Charlie Whinham introduces us to a former Alabama state trooper Orrin C. Hudson who travels the United States to show how the game of chess can prepare young minds for the game of life. wwww.besomeone.org

"What's in a Name?" returns with reporter Charlie Whinham and photographer Virnado Woods visiting the town of Rayne, Louisiana, the self-proclaimed "frog capitol of the world." www.lpb.org/festival

Shauna Sanford talks to supporters and opponents of the stimulus money and looks at what it could mean for the state's unemployed.

Charlie Whinham talks to two documentary filmmakers from Lafayette who produced "Raised on Rice and Gravy," a documentary about plate lunch houses in south Louisiana. lpb.org/festival

Governor Bobby Jindal has proposed stricter DWI legislation. We will hear from both sides of the issue.

Governor Jindal's GOP response to President Obama's speech to congress this week has drawn plenty of opinions from across the state and around the country. Charlie Whinham recaps Jindal's week in the national spotlight.

In the early 1900s, thousands of children from New York City were given up for adoption by their struggling immigrant parents. Ninety-two year old Alice Bernard of Erath talks with Shauna Sanford about her past.

Pulitzer Prize nominated author Earnest Gaines talked with LPB President Beth Courtney about his career and his book "A Lesson Before Dying." The book is part of the "One Book, One Community" program which provides readers with a shared experience that leads to open dialogue.

Owen W. Monconduit became the first African American in Louisiana to achieve the rank of Brigadier General.

The Department of Social Services wants the word out about the state’s Safe Haven Law after a young woman threw her unwanted newborn into Lake Pontchartrain.

We pay tribute to former broadcaster and public relations executive Ralph Sims who died last week at the age of 92. Charlie Whinham talks with friends of Ralph as they reflect on his impact on Louisiana.

The Mardi Gras Indians have been part of the carnival tradition for more than 150 years, and this week, Shauna Sanford talks with one of the most well-known Mardi Gras Indians in the world, Darryl Montana.

Louisiana Senator Mary Landrieu talks with Shauna Sanford about the effort to get bipartisan support for the economic stimulus plan and why she believes inaction during this economic crisis was not an option.

Abraham Lincoln turned 200 Thursday and Charlie Whinham talks with scholars and artists who have organized commemorative events in Louisiana that will last all year long.

Middle and high school students from around the state have until March 7th to apply for the free summer session at The New Orleans Center for Creative Arts. www.nocca.com

Shauna Sanford looks into a vaccination for teens and pre-teens to prevent cervical cancer and whether the state should force insurance companies to cover the vaccine.

Catrine Tudor-Locke, a professor at Pennington Biomedical Research Center in Baton Rouge, is studying the effects of increased walking in a person’s daily routine.

Lolis Elie, co-director and writer of FAUBOURG TREMÉ: THE UNTOLD STORY OF BLACK NEW ORLEANS joins us to talk about his documentary, which premieres February 8th on LPB.

Shauna Sanford recently spoke with Louisiana Congressman Steve Scalise about the new administration, the president’s 800-plus-billion dollar stimulus package and his top priorities for Louisiana.

Charlie Whinham introduces us to a national science fair champion from Lake Charles. Taylor Wood, a student at Sam Houston High School, is developing an environmentally-safe mosquito repellant.

Catherine “Kitty” Kimball became the first female on Louisiana’s Supreme Court last month. Chief Justice Kimball joins Shauna and Charlie in the studio to discuss her priorities for the state’s highest court.

Shauna Sanford talks with college students at Southern University and LSU on Inauguration Day. Hear clips from students at Evangel Christian Academy In Shreveport.

Speaker of the House Jim Tucker talks about the state's mid-year budget cuts as well as projections to cut two billion dollars in the state budget next year.

Commissioner of Higher Education Dr. Sally Clausen weighs in on the challenges facing Louisiana.

Charlie Whinham recaps the state's decision to take over ten of the thirty-three Louisiana public schools eligible for state takeover.

The Mardi Gras Indians have been part of the carnival tradition for more than 150 years, and this week, Shauna Sanford talks with one of the most well-known Mardi Gras Indians in the world, Darryl Montana.

The Third Annual Baton Rouge Jewish Film Festival runs January 21-25. Allegra Yancey previews some of the films with organizers Harvey Hoffman and Paula Hoffman.

The Grambling Marching Band heads to Washington, D.c. for Inauguration Day 2009.

Shauna Sanford talks with some of the major players in the video game industry and learns how anyone who loves to play video games can get involved.

Charlie Whinham sits down with international correspondent Simon Marks of The NewsHour with Jim Lehrer.

As Mardi Gras season began this week, we visit a master Mardi Gras mask maker in Mermentau.

Shauna Sanford gives us a front row seat at the Robinson Film Center in Shreveport which is dedicated to independent films.

History and mystery dominate this week’s “What’s in a Name?” segment from Charlie Whinham as he travels to a former state capitol, Donaldsonville.

Donna LaFleur introduces us to a Louisiana yo-yo devotee and former national yo-yo champion.

What could be more festive than Elmo the day after Christmas? Shauna Sanford sits down with Elmo and the puppeteer behind the big red ball of energy.

In his “What’s in a Name?” series, Charlie Whinham doesn’t meet Kermit, but he does venture into Rayne. Louisiana, the self-proclaimed “Frog Capital of the World.”

We head to the rodeo pen and find three Louisiana teenagers who qualified for the High School National Rodeo.

Shauna Sanford has Part Three of her report on the Louisiana Health First Plan with DHH Secretary Alan Levine responding to critics of the plan.

Charlie Whinham continues his “What’s in a Name?” series with a visit to a former state capital, Donaldsonville.

Governor Jindal’s aunt shares some exotic and simple recipes for Christmas.

Shauna Sanford talks to critics of the governor's managed care program. Is the Louisiana Health First plan the cure for what ails the state’s Medicaid system or is it the wrong prescription for the wrong diagnosis?

Charlie Whinham traveles to the beautiful Toledo Bend area as he continues his series "What's in a Name?" This week Charlie sheds light on the origins of the city of Many, Louisiana.

Producer Donna LaFleur visits Jackson, Louisiana where Christmas train enthusiasts are celebrating a 100-year-old holiday tradition.

Shauna Sanford looks at how the state's Medicaid system would change from a fee-for-service system to a managed care system called Louisiana Health First.

Charlie Whinham continues his "What's in a Name?" series. Find out the origins to Cut Off, Louisiana, which is home to the largest alligator farm in the world.

Donna LaFleur introduces us to a Marine from Louisiana, whose role in helping the women of Iraq reflects the new face of the military.

Charlie Whinham talks with Judy Woodruff, senior correspondent of The NewsHour with Jim Lehrer. Woodruff has covered presidential campaigns for three decades and offers her thoughts on this year's election.

Shauna Sanford discovered one Louisiana tourism office is making adventure travel as simple as child’s play. We take you on a "True or False Tour."

Donna LaFleur takes us inside the LSU Gallery of Art exhibit that is currently featuring art inspired by the words of late legendary Louisiana author Ernest Gaines.

As auto executives ask Congress for billions of dollars, we hear from GM Plant workers in Shreveport as they lobby for their future.

Sesame Street's Elmo visited Baton Rouge for the kick-off of LPB’s preschool reading program called "Raising Readers." Shauna Sanford sits down with Elmo and the puppeteer behind the big red ball of energy.

Southern University's Dean of Business School Dr. Donald Andrews is our in-studio guest. Dr. Andrews will discuss Louisiana's economic outlook.

"What's in a Name?" returns with a visit to Fisher, Louisiana.

"What's in a Name?" returns with reporter Charlie Whinham and photographer Virnado Woods visiting the town of Rayne, Louisiana, the self-proclaimed "frog capitol of the world."

Producer Donna Lafleur visits with a successful children's book author and this year’s winner of the Louisiana writer’s award, William Joyce.

WWL reporter Bill Capo and photographer Brian Lukas share the moving story of a pilgrimage to honor heroes.

Anchor/producer Charlie Whinham and videographer/editor Keith Crews won first place in the 2007 Military Reporters & Editors competition for the LPB documentary "Louisiana World War II Stories."

Shauna Sanford will talk with political analysts from Southern and LSU to discuss voting trends in Louisiana as well as across the South and how this week's presidential election has transformed American politics.

LPB pays tribute to former Marine Commandant General Robert H. Barrow, who passed away this week in St. Francisville at age 86.

Secretary of the Department of Revenue Cynthia Bridges will be in the studio to talk about an innovative new tool for Louisiana businesses.

Over one-quarter million Louisiana voters decided to vote early. Shauna Sanford talks with Secretary of State Jay Dardenne about the record setting early turnout and what to know come Election Day.

Producer Allegra Yancey takes a look at the growing high school dropout rate in Louisiana.

Jim Brandt of the Public Affiars Research Council is in our studio to talk about the seven constitutional ammendments on next Tuesday's ballot.

Charlie Whinham asks "What is the future of Big Charity Hospital in New Orleans?" The Foundation for Historical Louisiana says restoring the 80-year-old facility will be faster and cheaper than building new.

Shauna Sanford introduces us to the new chancellor of Southern University, Dr. Kofi Lomotey.

Oilman-turned-activist T. Boone Pickens made a stop in Shreveport this week to discuss the country’s energy future.

Secretary of State Jay Dardenne talks about the upcoming election and voter turnout.

Hear about a group based in Monroe that helps Louisiana patients of all ages get to distant hospitals for life-saving care. “Pilots for Patients” has already made over 150 flights this year.

The city of Shreveport is proud of their newest facility dedicated to independent films. Shauna Sanford gives us a tour of the Robinson Film Center in Shreveport that debuted earlier this year.

Donna LaFleur takes us to the Imperial Calcasieu Museum in Lake Charles for a tour of their latest exhibit, “Java!”

We return to the skies with TD Smith of Lafayette with Louisiana Honor Air. The group’s mission is to take every Louisiana WWII veteran to the WWII Memorial in Washington, D.C.

In part three of her series "The Haynesville Shale," Shauna Sanford talks with Shreveport Mayor Cedric Glover to find out what the future holds for the city and residents.

Charlie Whinham rode a Pioneer-era boat recently and retraced the journey of a young Abe Lincoln when the teenager transported goods and produce on a flatboat down the Mississippi River.

Economist Loren Scott sits down with Shauna and Charlie to discuss the recent national credit crisis and Louisiana’s economic future.

The Haynesville Shale in northwest Louisiana is being called a modern day gold rush but not everyone is striking it rich. Shauna Sanford talks with C. C. Canaday of Keatchie who is determined to help out "the little guy."

Liz Barnes explains why USDA Forest Service Teams are in Louisiana. GPS technology and laptops help them assess the staggering loss of trees after Hurricane Gustav.

Allegra Yancey tells us about the recently signed French Accord at the Governor's Mansion that will offer more education and cultural exchange between Louisiana and France.

Dr. Donald Andrews, Dean of the Business School at Southern University talks about the current economic crisis facing our country.

Fire destroys the 200 year old Chopin House.

The Haynesville Shale could be the fourth largest natural gas reservoir in the world. Shauna Sanford discovered hundreds of people northwest Louisiana have become instant millionaires and stand to gain much more money in royalty checks.

Charlie Whinham visited Cameron Parish and found one Catholic Priest and his parishioners counting the missing and their blessings after Hurricane Ike.

Immaculée Ilibagiza tells her story of survival and forgiveness.

Agreements are signed on the new education agreeements between Louisiana and France.

The ground is broken at Grambling University for the Eddie G. Robinson Museum.

Shauna Sanford headed to southeast Louisiana and Terrebone Parish where an estimated 15,000 homes flooded after Hurricane Ike.

Charlie Whinham reports from southwest Louisiana and found residents in Cameron Parish who returned after Hurricane Rita only to lose everything again after Ike.

Allegra Yancey sits down with Cajun stand-up comedians Murry Conque, Kent Gonsoulin and Jonathan Perry, also known as the All-Star Cajun Comedy Tour.

Shauna Sanford sees how people are coping without electricity in the Baton Rouge area and how extensive the damage remains 10 days after the storm.

National Guard units from 21 states came to Louisiana in recovery efforts after Gustav. LPB follows one unit from Missouri.

Commissioner of Insurance Jim Donelon joins Shauna and Charlie to discuss important issues regarding insurance coverage after Hurricane Gustav.

We have a special report on the aftermath of Hurricane Gustav including field reports from correspondents Charlie Whinham and Shauna Sanford and up-to-date information on the prognosis for getting the power restored to South and Central Louisiana. (entire show).

Governor jindal is getting constant updates from energy companies but says there is a big concern about how long many people will continue to be without power.

The eye of hurricane Gustav hit the Louisiana coast Monday, September 1, at around nine a.m.

The church set up shop on its Highland Road campus in Baton Rouge and folks could either walk up or drive through to get essential items.

FEMA has created a joint field office in Baton Rouge to help with the recovery process.

President Bush traveled to Louisiana to assess the damage and met with Governor Bobby Jindal Wednesday in Baton Rouge.

No one in Pointe Coupee, Iberville and West Baton Rouge parishes expected the punch they got from Gustav.

LPB headed out to Houma this week for a snapshot of how the region fared.

LPB headed out to Acadiana this week for a snapshot of how the region fared.

Renae Conley, president of Entergy Louisiana, discusses power outages and recovery.

Hurricane Gustav Update 9-3-08

Three years after Hurricane Katrina devastated the New Orleans area and the surrounding parishes, LPB hosted a town meeting held July 21 at the Grace Episcopal Church in New Orleans.

Charlie Whinham introduces 24-year-old Ashley Scott of Shreveport, who is one of the youngest delegates heading to the Democratic National Convention in Denver this month.

Shauna Sanford just returned from the movie set at the Celtic Media Centre and takes a look at Louisiana's growing film industry.

Meet some Louisiana grandmothers as they pursued their fifth gold medal in the Senior Olympics.

Shauna Sanford explores the successes and problems homeowners have faced, as a September 5th Road Home Program application deadline looms.

Hear about a rare and deadly form of bacterial meningitis that killed an LSU student this summer. One Galliano mother lost her son to the same disease in 2006 and says the death is preventable with a vaccination.

Donna LaFleur talks to two creative Louisiana artists about how Hurricane Katrina has affected their work.

Charlie Whinham takes us to an Edward Cazayoux designed Louisiana "green" home in Prairie Laurent.

Shauna Sanford finds out there's more than one way to skin and cook a gator at the "The Louisiana Alligator Soiree."

Donna LaFleur showcases the art exhibit of shared stories of communities rebuilding after Hurricane Katrina which opens this weekend at the Louisiana State Archives.

Photographer Rex Q. Fortenberry shows us the sights and sounds of the Pennington Balloon Championship that heats up this weekend in Baton Rouge.

Shauna Sanford reports from Tulane University as Democratic and Republican members of Congress squared off to debate on the nation's energy crisis.

Charlie Whinham introduces 24-year-old Ashley Scott of Shreveport, who is one of the youngest delegates heading to the Democratic National Convention in Denver this month.

Donna LaFleur investigates citrus greening disease which has cropped up in roughly seven Louisiana parishes.

Louisiana is taking a lead role in women's health issues with the help of robotic assisted surgeries. Charlie Whinham has our story from the Oschner Medical Center in Baton Rouge.

Shauna Sanford just returned from the movie set at the Celtic Media Centre and takes a look at Louisiana's growing film industry.

Donna LaFleur visits with two certified bird banders who work with the tiniest of them all – hummingbirds.

We remember the life of Louisiana native and medical maverick Dr. Michael DeBakey who died this week at the age of 99.

We hear from three of the latest scholars selected by La Fondation Louisiane who will study French art and language this fall in Europe.

UL Lafayette's Hilliard Art Museum is showcasing 40 items from their permanent collection to celebrate their 40th anniversary.

We head to the rodeo pen and find three Louisiana teenagers who qualified for the High School National Rodeo.

Donna LaFleur explores the ecology and the economy of bringing whooping cranes back to Louisiana.

We go to the dogs to revisit a Louisiana couple who, over the years, have rescued over 200 abandoned hunting beagles.

Legislative pay raises, the Stelly Tax repeal and ethics reforms...Charlie Whinham discusses state politics with Jim Brandt of the watchdog group Public Affairs Research Council of Louisiana.

The country's largest museum dedicated to insects is in Louisiana and producer Donna LaFleur gives us a tour of the Audubon Insectarium in New Orleans.

Revisit a group of Louisiana fourth graders invited by NASA to watch an October liftoff of the space shuttle Discovery.

Newspaper and television State Capitol reporters join Charlie Whinham to discuss the regular legislative session that wrapped up this week. The panelists include Ed Anderson of the Times-Picayune, Michelle Millhollon of the Baton Rouge Advocate and Caroline Moses of WAFB-TV.

As the 2008 Regular Session of the Louisiana Legislature comes to a close, Charlie Whinham sits down with Legislators at the state capitol to discuss the issues and outcomes.

As the 2008 Regular Session of the Louisiana Legislature comes to a close, Charlie Whinham sits down with Legislators at the state capitol to discuss the issues and outcomes.

As the 2008 Regular Session of the Louisiana Legislature comes to a close, Charlie Whinham sits down with Legislators at the state capitol to discuss the issues and outcomes.

As the 2008 Regular Session of the Louisiana Legislature comes to a close, Charlie Whinham sits down with Legislators at the state capitol to discuss the issues and outcomes.

Charlie Whinham reviews this week at the regular session as Legislators pay raises is the hot issue at the capitol.

The 58th Annual Peach Festival is this month in Ruston, however the celebration is overshadowed because Louisiana's largest peach orchard may shut down.

Producer Donna LaFleur takes us to Studio In The Woods, the only artist's residency program in the Deep South.

The regular session is winding down at the State Capitol. Charlie Whinham will have the weekly legislative recap.

Donna LaFleur introduces us to a Louisiana Yo-Yo devotee and former National Yo-Yo Champion.

We preview the 5th Annual Friends of LPB Art and Travel Auction airing Sunday, June 8th at 7pm.

Charlie Whinham recaps the week at the State Capitol as lawmakers address failing schools as well as the issue of the public display of nooses.

A group of Native Americans are walking from San Francisco to Washington, D.C., to raise awareness on environmental issues. Donna LaFleur caught up with the group in Houma.

Over 100 Louisiana artists have contributed their work to Friends of LPB's fifth annual Art and Travel Auction. We will feature participating photographers Charlie Heck of Monroe and David Mathis of Kenner.

The state's $30-billion budget is among the big issues discussed at the state capitol this week. Charlie Whinham recaps this week's action in the regular legislative session.

In a Memorial Day tribute, The Reader's Theater of the Baton Rouge Little Theater performed monologues from Larry Smith's book, "Beyond Glory - Medal of Honor Heroes in Their Own Words."

We pay tribute to Elemore Morgan, Jr. The world-renowned landscape artist passed away this week at the age of 76.

Robyn Ekings updates us on the action at the State Capitol during the 7th week of the regular Legislative session. Tax cuts and the state's 30-billion dollar budget are among the items sparking debate.

Charlie Whinham visits a non-descript warehouse near the Mississippi River that's quietly making a name for itself as a national leader in recycling computers.

Donna LaFleur is on hand as precious pooches walk the cat walk in a doggie fashion show designed to raise money for a new Humane Society animal shelter.

Robyn Ekings is at the state Capitol as the sixth week of the regular session wraps up with legislative pay raises, the repeal of the state's motorcycle helmet law and college pay raise tuition bills among the items up for debate.

For those interested in tracing their roots, Donna LaFleur takes us to the State Archives to show you how. Meet a New Orleans teenager who's researching his Creole ancestors.

Celebrate this year's Louisiana Legends who were honored recently at a gala. Tune in to find out who they are.

Robyn Ekings reports from the State Capitol as lawmakers continue the regular Legislative session. Issues including gambling, illegal immigration and public comment on the state's 30-billion dollar operating budget are among the items considered.

Charlie Whinham heads to Mitcham's Orchard in Ruston where a persistant plant disease is threatening the peach crop.

Donna LaFleur goes to West Baton Rouge Parish where two families have made a signifigant contribution to local history.

Charlie Whinham is at the State Capitol for the fourth week of the regular Legislative session and has the latest on the week's top issues.

Robyn Ekings takes a look at the super headache for Louisiana Democratic super delegates as their party’s top remaining two presidential contenders lobby the delegates for their support.

Donna LaFleur introduces us to a woodworker whose historic subjects are finding their way into museums.

We have a complete wrap-up of all the action at the State Capitol as week number three heats up with a proposal to make all drivers use hands-free cell phones.

With 10,000 homeless veterans in Louisiana, we meet one organization outside of Hammond trying to address the problem.

They’re cooking up a storm at Lake D’Arbonne State Park near Farmerville where the 4th annual Dutch oven cookoff draws competitors from 23 states.

We're at the capitol for the second week of the regular session with a wrap up of all the action.

We head to Lafayette where a program to install traffic cameras to catch speeders and red light runners is fighting for it's life.

From the trove of a French collector, we view a sampling of the dazzling exhibition of Napoleonic treasures on display in New Orleans.

Robyn Ekings reports from the State Capitol where the annual regular legislative session kicked off this week.

We travel to the bottom of the world with LSU students and teachers as they conduct research on the polar ice cap.

The Forest Hill community contains the largest concentration of plant nurseries in the state including one that's been in the family for five generations.

Robyn Ekings previews the next episode in our McLeod Lecture Series with a look at the pressures and challenges facing Louisiana Representatives who deal with perpetual campaigning as they run for re-election every two years.

We talk with friends of the late Jim Henson of Sesame Street fame about a new exhibit in Baton Rouge that celebrates the life of the Muppet master.

Donna LaFleur visits Baldwin and Franklin where high school students recently received a visit from a survivor of the 1945 atomic bombings of Hiroshima.

Joe D. Smith Jr., the longtime Alexandria Town Talk publisher died Thursday at his home in Alexandria. He was 85.

As FEMA is sued by a group of Gulf Coast FEMA residents exposed to formaldehyde, Robyn Ekings visits with a Slidell couple getting test results for formaldehyde in their FEMA trailer from a representative of the Centers for Disease Control.

Charlie Whinham visits with Brian Hanson, a senior at Southeastern Louisiana University. Brian is the winner of the Omaha Symphony Guild competition, a national event that seeks to find the best young composers in the United States.

And now that spring has sprung, Donna LaFleur is in the garden enjoying the Giant Blue Iris.

Close of the 2nd Extraordinary Session of the Legislature. Mickey Gilley helps christen the re-opening of Ferriday's historic Arcade Theatre. Discover how creole artist Vergie Banks draws inspiration from her Louisiana roots.

Robyn Ekings is at the Capitol where Governor Bobby Jindal's second special session has just ended.

Charlie Whinham reports from Ferriday where country music legend Mickey Gilley helps christen the re-opening of the historic Arcade Theatre.

Donna LaFleur sits down with creole artist Vergie Banks to discover how she draws inspiration from her Louisiana roots.

Governor Jindal and the 2nd Extraordinary Session of the Legislature, Sen. B.B. "Sixty" Rayburn passed away this week, Louisiana 4-H Centennial Anniversary, 2008 Louisiana Young Heroes

Governor Jindal comments on the 2nd Extraordinary Session of the Legislature which begins Sunday, March 9th.

We have a tribute to Sen. B.B. "Sixty" Rayburn, D-Bogalusa, who passed away this past week.

We celebrate the 4-H Centennial Anniversary in Louisiana. We interview David Latona.

We introduce the 2008 Louisiana Young Heroes.

Robyn Ekings is at the capitol for the conclusion of Governor Jindal's special session on ethics reform and asks political observers if the Governor really hit a home run.

LPB President and CEO Beth Courtney journeys to India to find out how the young Republican is being perceived in his ancestral homeland.

We travel parts of the new African American Heritage trail, a collection of 26 historic sites around Louisiana.

Robyn Ekings is at the Capitol as the special ethics session winds down. We have a complete report plus an interview with Sean Reilly, Chairman of Governor Jindal's Ethics transition team.

Headlines: Louisiana visit by Pierre Vimont, French Ambassador to the United States.

A beagle captured international headlines after winning the top prize at the Westminster Dog Show and we meet a Louisiana woman who has long been a fan of this unique breed.

Robyn Ekings is at the state capitol for a fast and furious first week of Governor Bobby Jindal's special ethics session.

We talk with Dr. Donna Ryan of the Pennington Biomedical Research Center about the center's mission and future as it celebrates its 20th anniversary.

Charlie Whinham takes a Mardi Gras float ride with some special veterans in Metarie as they honor past and present soldiers.

Governor Bobby Jindal begins his special session on ethics reform Sunday night. We have a report on Louisiana's ethical image.

Robyn Ekings sits down with House Speaker Jim Tucker to discuss the session, the governor's call, and Jindal's own recent ethics issue.

Islenos balladeer Irvan Perez, who died earlier this year, sang traditional Islenos "becimas" (songs handed down through his family and part of a disappearing culture in southeast Louisiana).

Robyn Ekings examines the arguments both pro and con in the battle over Pinnacle Entertainments plan to bring another casino boat to Baton Rouge.

Charlie Whinham talks to Grammy nominated musicians from Louisiana in the new category for Best Zydeco or Cajun album.

Our Folkmaster's series continues with a visit to a Louisiana Mardi Gras mask maker.

We take a look at City Year, a growing youth service group, provides a program for 17-24 year olds who do 10 months of full-time community service. We talk with members about their contribution to the cause.

We find the Chancellor of the LSU AgCenter on the road to better health, and issuing a diet and exercise challenge for all Louisianians in the new year.

We recap the events of the week involving the inauguration of Governor Bobby Jindal. We are there for his first cabinet meeting and hear his charge to his appointees after an ethics briefing at the Governor's mansion.

We drop in at the Family Inaugural Festival.

We preview the 2nd Annual Baton Rouge Jewish Film Festival that features documentaries, comedies and dramas highlighting Jewish culture.

We preview Monday's inauguration of Bobby Jindal with a biography of the Governor-Elect including interviews with his past high school teachers from Baton Rouge Magnet High School.

We talk with top political observers about how Jindal will use his inaugural address to turn campaign promises into policy.

We look back to the pomp and circumstance of past inaugurations and find that many of the frills have been stripped from recent ceremonies.

Discuss 2007 and look forward to 2008: John Maginnis, Publisher of the Louisiana Fax Weekly; Michelle Millhollon with the Baton Rouge Advocate Capitol Bureau; and Jim Engster, WRKF Public Radio talk show host and General Manager of Louisiana Network.

Robyn Ekings sits down with Governor Kathleen Blanco in her final weeks in office. We'll hear how she struggled in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, how she made her decision not to seek re-election and what she thinks of Louisiana's political scene, including the future for the state's democratic party.

Robyn Ekings travels to Bastrop where holiday spirits are running especially high thanks to its high school's championship football team. The team has shared its secrets for success with the town's biggest employer, a paper mill facing a possible shutdown next year.

Charlie Whinham is in the kitchen with Governor-Elect Bobby Jindal's aunt Manjeet Bhatia who prepares three holiday dishes with an Indian flair.

Producer Donna LaFleur visits Jackson, Louisiana where Christmas train enthusiasts are celebrating a 100-year-old holiday tradition.

We're at the capitol where Robyn Ekings finds newly elected housemembers struggling to learn the ropes.

Charlie Whinham introduces us to the Clites family of Baton Rouge, winners of a $30,000 home energy efficiency makeover.

Producer Donna LaFleur takes us to rehearsals of the holiday classic "The Nutcracker" as performed by a Baton Rouge dance group that draws it's members from a diverse community.

We have the latest news from Jindal Transition headquarters as the Governor elect continues to fill his cabinet. Robyn Ekings sits down to talk with the incoming Commissioner of Administration Angele Davis.

We're in the Senate where new members were given an orientation this week on the inner workings of the upper chamber.

The chaos and sadness following Hurricane Katrina rekindles an artist's love for the Crescent City and it's people. Producer Donna LaFleur shows us how Rolland Golden has created a powerful body of work now on display at the New Orleans Museum of Art.

As Forbes magazine ranks LSU in the top 20 most profitable college football programs, Robyn Ekings takes a look at the balance between athletics and academics at LSU.

Charlie Whinham travels the state and gives us a preview of LPB's "Louisiana World War Two Stories" airing Sunday December 2nd at 6:30 PM.

We're in Ireland to experience the culture, traditions and scenery in the Connmara region.

Take a look at what historically has made Louisiana a power player in Washington D.C. politics.

Find out what it's like to live without any products manufactured in China in a visit with author Sara Bongiorni who has written a book about her year-long experiment being Chinese import-free.

The sounds of the season--barbershop-style--with the Louisiana Showboat Chorus.

Louisiana's DC Clout, Best of SWI

Enjoy the sites and sounds of Lafayette's Acadian Christmas Village.

Charlie Whinham travels to Turkey Creek, Louisiana, just in time for Thanksgiving as we revisit our "What's in a Name" series.

Meet Francis Pavy, a Louisiana artist who's been called "The Picasso of Zydeco" by Rolling Stone.

Robyn Ekings sits down with Louisiana native, author and former managing editor of Time magazine Walter Isaacson. His most recent book is a N.Y. Times best seller called "Einstein: His Life and Universe."

Robyn Ekings talks politics with former Lt. Governor Jimmy Fitzmorris, who will turn 86 next week.

Learn about a special program in Acadiana called "Louisiana Honor Air." Their goal is to give any WWII veteran a chance to see the World War Two Memorial in Washington, D.C.

Hear the poetry of Pulitzer Prize winner and Bogalusa native Yusef Komunyakaa.

We reveal the results of a new state survey concerning Louisiana's health status and what's being done to improve our numbers.

Hear from a group of Louisiana fourth graders who played an important role in the recent launch of the space shuttle from the Kennedy Space Center.

As the duck hunting season prepares to officially open, we talk to members of Ducks Unlimited about the importance of conservation and the meaning to hunters who will be enjoying one of our state's traditional sports.

We examine some of the challenges facing Louisiana Governor-Elect Bobby Jindal as he prepares to take over the state's highest office.

We find out what it's like to live without any products manufactured in China in a visit with author Sara Bongiorni who has written a book about her year-long experiment being Chinese import-free.

We head to New Orleans where the Old Mint is officially reopened for the first time since Hurricane Katrina with an exhibit that glitters gold.

It's election eve and we assess the standing of the four leading candidates for Governor.

Travel to northwest Louisiana along the Cane River to continue our series on Louisiana World War II veterans. Hear the stories of three Creole soldiers - Anthony Arceneaux, John Overton Conant, and Louis P. Christophe.

Cook up a storm at Lake D'Arbonne State Park near Farmerville for the 4th Annual Dutch Oven Cook-off where 23 states were represented.

As we head into the final week of the primary elections, we're on the campaign trail with Democratic Gubernatorial candidate Walter Boasso.

We continue our series on Louisiana World War II veterans with a visit with Bill Babington of Franklinton, one of the youngest B-17 bomber pilots to fly during the war.

On the eve of the 17th annual Celtic Nations Heritage Festival in Lake Charles, explore the Celtic heritage of festival founder Danny O'Flaherty.

Visit with World War II veteran John Iles of Shreveport, a former P.T. boat captain who fought side-by-side with former President John F. Kennedy.

We're on the road with the "Louisiana Solar Tour." Thanks to recent legislation approved in Baton Rouge, there will be an extra incentive to go solar in 2008--savings on energy bills.

As our "Folkmasters" series continues, we visit with a Mardi Gras mask maker in Mermentau, Louisiana who is preparing for Carnival 2008.

We have a wrap-up of Thursday night's Leading Louisiana: The Candidates Speak Gubernatorial Forum which was broadcast live on LPB.

We continue our series highlighting the stories of Louisiana's World War II veterans. This week, we visit with Dr. Donald Webb, the former president of Centenary College in Shreveport.

We were in Jena this week when thousands of people rallied in support of the "Jena 6," six African American teenagers charged in the beating of a white student at Jena High School.

On the second anniversary of Hurricane Rita, we visited southwest Louisiana where there is signifigant rebuilding progress.

Hit the campaign trail with country music singer Sammy Kershaw as he campaigns for Lt. Governor.

Meet a man who creates magic with his models of historic homes and buildings.

Hit the campaign trail with gubernatorial candidate Foster Campbell.

As our series honoring World War II veterans continues, meet Joseph Cassin, a survivor of the Bataan Death March.

Cotton fields outside of Vidalia.

We stake out the Secretary of State's office in Baton Rouge to watch the candidates qualify for the top statewide races including Governor.

In preparation for the September 23rd premiere of The War, A Ken Burns film, we begin a series highlighting the stories of Louisianas World War II veterans. Visit with army sharp shooter Charles Breaux of Krotz Springs.

Head to Lafayette for an exhibit of Newcomb Pottery, one of the most signifigant types of pottery of the first half of the 20th century.

Visit New Orleans on the second anniversary of Hurricane Katrina where we find a mix of fear, disappointment and hope among residents there.

Sit down with Republican Gubernatorial candidate John Georges who says he'll take a business approach to running the state.

Visit with a Louisiana artist whose creation, "Floodwall," evokes special memories of families who lost their homes as a result of Hurricane Katrina.

Look at the growing libertarian party in Louisiana.

Hear about the popularity of the Louisiana iris.

Take a look back at a reunion of state senators held earlier this year at the state capitol.

We conclude our special election-year series, "Closing the Gap: Louisiana's Challenge" with a look at the issues and challenges facing the state's healthcare system.

Visit with a young Louisiana entrepreneur who has taken a simple recipe for fast food and is giving the major fast food chains a run for their money.

We take you to the Governor's Mansion in Baton Rouge for a celebration of a couple of the state's emerging musical artists.

We continue our six-part series "Closing the Gap: Louisiana's Challenge." This week we focus on the state's broken transportation system.

Meet the top two croquet players in Louisiana on their field of dreams in West Baton Rouge Parish.

Hear about a national oral history project called "Story Corps" that captured voices from Acadiana.

We continue our special election year series "Closing the Gap: Louisiana"s Challenge" with a report on the trials and troubles facing the state's public education system.

Take a look at what historically has made Louisiana a power player in Washington D.C. politics.

Head to Turkey Creek this week as we revisit of our "What's in a Name?" series.

We continue our election year series, "Closing the Gap: Louisiana's Challenge" with a look at the state of higher education in Louisiana.

Head to Washington Parish where this spring the FBI reopened an investigation into a brutal civil rights crime.

Shoot some hoops with some Louisiana grandmothers gunning for their fifth gold medal in the Senior Olympics.

"Closing the Gap: Louisiana's Challenge" continues with a look at issues affecting Louisiana's economic development, along with some ideas about how voters can start changing things for the better.

Visit with best-selling author and former national news executive Walter Isaacson about his latest work, a biography of Albert Einstein.

In our "What's in a Name?" series, we travel to the north Louisiana town of Start, home of country superstar Tim McGraw.

We begin a special election year series examining the problems facing the state in economic development, transportation,

Revisit some of your favorite stories including a great catch discovered by a couple of Lafayette inventors.

Visit the Bird Resource Center at LSU's Natural History Museum.

Robyn Ekings talks with Shreveport's first African American mayor, Cedrick Glover

Remember legendary Grambling football coach Eddie Robinson who passed away this spring.

Head to Lafayette to celebrate the 250th birthday of Marquis de Lafayette.

June 2007 Legislative Round Table - Alexandria

June 2007 Legislative Round Table - Baton Rouge

June 2007 Legislative Round Table - Lafayette

June 2007 Legislative Round Table - Lake Charles

June 2007 Legislative Round Table - Monroe

June 2007 Legislative Round Table - New Orleans

June 2007 Legislative Round Table - Shreveport

The 2007 regular legislative session is winding down. Hear from some Republican lawmakers who are feeling the pressure on votes they've cast to support state spending.

Visit Angola State Penitentiary where caskets for the family of Evangelist Billy Graham were made by inmates.

Join in the festivities for Bloomsday, an event marked the world over where the writings of Irish author James Joyce are celebrated.

We're at the capitol as the 2007 regular legislative session heads into its final weeks. We'll talk with two capitol observers about how well legislators are handling the big issues.

Visit the country's only honey bee breeding lab which is buzzing with activity.

Take a trip down memory lane at the State Capitol as dozens of former senators gather for a reunion.

The regular state legislative session passes the halfway mark and we look at the money issues, cockfighting ban proposals and a proposition to revamp the state's indigent defender system that lawmakers are debating.

Visit with an LSU Engineering professor who hopes to use floating foundations as the next building block to protect homes in hurricane-prone areas.

Meet two West Baton Rouge Parish families who've donated historic homes to the West Baton Rouge Parish Museum.

We're at the capitol for a wrap-up of all the action during the fifth week of the regular legislative session.

A look at the latest development in a long-running battle to limit oil and gas exploration on Lake Peigneur in Southwest Louisiana.

Friends of LPB Auction Featured Artist Steve Rucker

We're at the capitol for a wrap-up of all the action during the fourth week of the regular legislative session.

A special tour of the state capitol on it's 75th anniversary from the grandson of former U.S. Senator John Overton who gave the address at the official dedication.

Get a preview of the annual LPB art auction--the bidding is already underway! See an interview with artist Nathan Logsdon.

America The Beautiful, taped at Keith Gates' American Requiem at McNeese University.

Get a complete wrap up of the legislative action following the third week of the regular session.

In DeRidder, see a new tool in the battle to restore our coast -- a salt-tolerant Bald Cypress tree.

Visit with a Louisiana cattle rancher who tells us about the life of cowboys in Louisiana.

Get a wrap-up of all the action in this second week of the 2007 regular legislative session.

We visit with Louisiana native Walter Isaacson to talk about his new bestselling biography on the life and philosophy of Albert Einstien.

Talk to some globetrotting Louisiana grandmothers who are gunning for their fifth gold medal in basketball in the Senior Olympic Games to be held in Kentucky next month.

Get a complete wrap-up of the opening week of the 2007 legislative session.

Visit the National Conference of Black Mayors meeting in Baton Rouge, where several Democratic Presidential candidates are among those addressing key African American leaders from across the country.

Check out LPB's salute to the 2007 Young Heroes--we'll show highlights of this annual event that celebrates the best in Louisiana youth.

The Governor's Address to the 2007 Legislative Session (April 30, 2007 at 1:00 PM)

Lawmakers preview the regular legislative session set to begin this Monday, April 30th.

An in-depth interview with gubernatorial candidate Walter Boasso of St. Bernard Parish.

The story of a Baton Rouge triathlete and her aunt who overcame larger-than-usual obstacles to compete.

An in-depth interview with leading Democratic gubernatorial candidate Foster Campbell.

Head to St. Martinville where a new homebuilding company is turning out hurricane-resistant homes for residents in storm-prone areas.

The Louisiana Iris, from its origins in the swamps across our state, Louisiana's state wildflower is being welcomed in gardens across the country.

Football Coaching Legend Eddie Robinson is laid to rest in Grambling and we take a look at the tributes across the state to this great sports leader.

SWI archives: 1980 presidential election where governor Dave Treen backed Reagan and former governor Edwin Edwards backed incumbant Jimmy Carter.

Swine Palace in B.R. prepares for the world premiere of "Cocktail," a play on the struggles of getting medicine to AIDS victims in the 80s.

Take pause to remember Louisiana's fallen firefighters with a memorial tribute held in Baton Rouge.

A great catch has been discovered by a couple of Lafayette inventors.

The Louisiana TPC in Avondale is preparing for it's first P.G.A. tournament since Hurricane Katrina.

Take a look back at the life of football coaching legend Eddie Robinson who died this week in northern Louisiana at the age of 88.

Robyn Ekings has an exclusive one-on-one interview with potential gubernatorial candidate and former U.S. Senator John Breaux.

Examine the questions surrounding the challenge to Senator Breaux's Louisiana citizenship.

Head to New Orleans to visit a unique exhibit showcasing treasures of the Vatican.

Take a look at Governor Kathleen Blanco's stunning announcement this week that she will not seek re-election. We'll discuss what's next with a panel of Capitol experts.

Take a look at Louisiana's political clout in Washington D.C.

We go to Washington Parish where the FBI has reopened an investigation into a violent 1965 civil rights case.

With March Madness underway, visit with Coach Tiny Tarbutton of the Louisiana town of Baskin who is one of the winningest highschool basketball coaches in the nation.

We head to New Orleans to visit an exhibit that depicts the changing role of women at the turn of the 20th Century, a collection from museums all across France.

Examine the move to abolish the State Insurance Rating Commission and what that will mean to consumers.

Travel to Opelousas as our "What's In A Name?" series continues.

Hear about a national oral history project that's captured voices from Acadiana.

Robyn Ekings talks with Louisiana WWII veterans who share their memories of that historic event.

Charlie Whinham reports on two LSU students who have made the grade with USA Today and the nation.

We visit with a special choir that's raising money for prison ministries in Louisiana.

Head to Grant Parish where residents and local officials are angry about the state's new building code requirements. They say they can't afford to implement it.

View a tribute to former Education Superintendent Cecil Picard who was buried this week in his hometown of Maurice after losing his battle to ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease).

From our archives, see a February 1980 interview with then Louisiana Senator Russell Long in which he talks about the possibility of a draft and the ramifications of U.S. military intervention in Iran.

Head to Thibodaux, home of Cajun art and a wealth of music history, as our "What's In A Name ?" series continues.

Get a report on efforts to put an end to New Orleans' latest crime wave by their City Council.

Visit the World War II Museum in New Orleans where life of holocaust victim Anne Frank and her letters are featured in a special exhibit.

Meet the new mayor of Shreveport, Cedric Glover.

As our "What's In A Name?" series continues, we head to Eunice, the self-proclaimed Cajun music capitol of Louisiana.

Visit the Bird Resouce Center at LSU's Natural History Museum to find out why Louisiana's feathered friends are of global importance.

Hear about the U.S. Senate panel that convened in New Orleans and blasted storm relief efforts along the hurricane-damaged Gulf Coast.

Travel to Bogalusa, a town known for producing paper, gold and platinum, as our "What's In a Name?" series continues.

Meet a Cane River native who makes file' using a traditional family recipe.

Head to the State Capitol where lawmakers are tackling the difficult task of reforming Louisiana's insurance laws.

Travel to Plain Dealing in northwest Louisiana as our "What's In A Name?" series continues.

In Baton Rouge, check out the creative statement of quilters who want to save Louisiana's swamps.

Examine a scathing report on the current condition of Louisiana's roads and highways.

Head to Lafayette where a year-long celebration is underway to mark the 250th anniversary of the birth of the Marquis de Lafayette.

Tour a special art exhibit in Baton Rouge that uses numbers to evoke connections to the universe.

Governor Kathleen Blanco reviews her performance in the year past and her plans for the new year. We'll also talk with a panel of Capitol correspondants about 2006, plus their predictions for 2007.

We present an encore performance of this year's Emmy award-winning profile of the Louisiana School for Math, Science and the Arts in Natchitoches.

Visit the workshop of a craftsman who restores phonographs from days gone past.

Celebrate a vintage Christmas at Louisiana's Rural Life Museum in Baton Rouge.

A holiday display of lights from earlier this month in Lake Charles.

Sit down with State Economic Development Secretary Michael Olivier to talk about Louisiana's business wins in 2006.

With December being AIDS awareness month, we visit a young African-American mother who's bravely facing her own battle with the disease.

The sounds of the season-- barbershop-style--with the Louisiana Showboat Chorus.

The Legislature hands Governor Blanco a defeat for most of her special session plans. Get the latest from the State Capitol.

A report on conservationists meeting in New Orleans to talk about the future of Louisiana's coastal wetlands.

Visit Lake Charles where the holiday season is kicked off in a competitive spirit with the 19th annual Gingerbread House contest.

Governor's Address to the Legislative Special Session December 8, 2006, at 6:00PM

We'll take a look at the controversy surrounding Governor Blanco's December Special Session.

Go back in history to a Special Session 26 years ago that took a rocky road as well.

We head to the town of Livingston to visit a science center that makes physics "awesome" for students.

See a profile of Louisiana's growing Libertarian Party.

Travel to New Orleans to celebrate the return of the Bayou Classic to the Crescent City.

Hear about an arts initiative in Richland Parish that brings artists and performers from across the state, nation and around the world to this corner of Northeast Louisiana.

Hear from a California Cajun who's writing a cook book and unveiled it in time for her big Louisiana family reunion.

Our "What's in a Name?" feature takes us to the town of Start, Louisiana. This Richland Parish community is home to country music star Tim McGraw.

We kick off the holiday season with how you can help with this year's "Toys for Tots" campaign in Louisiana.

We head to New Orleans for the International Conference on WWII presented by the National World War II Museum.

We go to Pineville for the 100th anniversary of Louisiana College.

In our "What's in a Name?" series, we find out about the colorful past of the town of Turkey Creek.

Take a look back at election day in Louisiana where the state's new Chief Eections Oficer hit the ground running.

Preview a new documentary to be aired on LPB--students who challeneged the racial divisions in the Baton Rouge business community 46 years ago.

Meet Louisiana writer Sharon Doucet whose award-winning works appeal to children and adults.

Congressional Candidates - The campaign in the 3rd Congressional district where the issues are hot and the leading candidates are trading shots.

Raising Cane's - A profile of Louisiana Businessman Todd Graves, founder, on the restaurant chain's tenth anniversary.

Treen Edwards Debate - See clips from the heated 1983 LPB debate between then Governor Dave Treen and challenger Edwin Edwards.

Louisiana Croquet Players - Meet the top two croquet players in Louisiana on their field of dreams in West Baton Rouge Parish.

TIFs and On-set Interviews - A look at Tax Increment Financing Districts--corporate welfare or economic development gold? Richard House, Executive Counsel for the State Economic Development Department, and J.R. Ball, Executive Editor of the Greater Baton Rouge Business Report join us.

What's in a Name? Breaux Bridge - Our "What's In a Name?" series continues with a visit to Breaux Bridge, more than just the crawfish capitol of the world.

Luling Ferry Disaster 30th Anniversary - We'll commemorate the 30th anniversary of the Luling Ferry Disaster where 78 people died in the worst ferry accident in the country's history.

Bossier Parish Community College - See a profile of the successful Bossier City Community College.

Northeast LA Celtic Festival - It's off to Monroe for music, dance and good food during the city's second annual Celtic Festival.

What's in a Name? Avery Island - Travel to Avery Island, home of a rich and spicy history as our "What's In a Name?" series continues.

State of Education - We'll tell you about a 25-year study of Louisiana's public education system which reveals the close link between economic achievement and education. Louisiana, of course, has been losing ground in both.

Congressional Redistricting - Should legislative districts be redrawn to compensate for the populations lost along the coast and especially in New Orleans in the wake of last year's hurricanes? Some say yes and others predict a nasty court fight over the issue.

Minden Earth Shelter Home - Head to north Louisiana where a Minden couple has decided to go underground--literally--in their unique hillside home.

What's in a Name? Mowata - In "What's In a Name," we travel to the southwest Louisiana town of Mowatta to explore the roots and reasons for the founding and naming of this town.

Secretary of State Race - See a profile of the top three contenders in Saturday's race for Secretary of State.

Louisiana Workforce - Hear a conversation with leaders of the state's top professions about prospects for Louisiana's growing young workforce.

Baton Rouge High Radio Station - Visit one of the top high school radio stations in the country, WBRH, at Baton Rouge Magnet High School.

LSU Paul Hebert Law Center 100th Anniversary

Israeli Lebanese War - Meet a couple from Baton Rouge who traveled to Israel this summer--and returned just before the Israeli-Lebanese War erupted.

City of Hope Exhibit - Take a look at South Louisiana's 300-year history of devastating storms and flooding.

Insurance Commissioner Race & Interviews - We profile the race for Louisiana Insurance Commissioner, including a discussion with political observers about the race.

New Orleans Photo Camp Exhibit - Get a look at a photojournalism mentoring program that gives New Orleans teenagers a way to express themselves and document their experiences with Hurricane Katrina.

Film Industry - Travel to Shreveport and New Orleans to find out why Louisiana has been ranked as the number one spot to produce major films outside of Hollywood.

Hurricane on the Bayou - Get a behind-the-scenes look at the IMAX film "Hurricane on the Bayou."

French Consul General - We talk to the French Consul General to New Orleans about how the deep ties between New Orleans and France inspired a special Katrina disaster relief partnership between Louisiana and France.

Balloon Fest - Scenes from the 2006 Baton Rouge Balloon Fest

Higher Education - Find out why efforts to realign Louisiana Colleges and Universities have stirred up the higher education community in Louisiana.

Recovery Insurance - Travel to southwest Louisiana where hundreds of homeowners in Cameron Parish have banded together to fight storm-related insurance disputes.

NOMA Hurricane Images Exhibit - Visit the New Orleans Museum of Art for an exhibition of extraordinary Katrina images shot by local, national and international photographers.

New Building Codes, Disaster Preparation

Cameron, Erath, Delcambre Post-Rita

Storm Survivors and Rebuilding

Commercial Fishermen After Storm

Recovery Volunteers

Katrina & Rita Facts Plus WWL Crew Interviews Post-Katrina

Visit with Douglas Brinkley, author of the best selling post-Katrina book "The Great Deluge."

Hear about the drive to build a musuem honoring legendary Grambling State football coach Eddie Robinson.

Get a rare look at a special religious ceremony at a south Louisiana convent.

An updated look at a series of reservoir projects proposed around the state.

Tour the Marucci Bat Company--major leaguers line up for custom bats from this Baton Rouge company.

See affordable and attractive fashions made from flour, sugar, rice and other commodity bags.

Visit with an entrepreneur who manufactures the delicious and fabled liquor absinthe.

See a profile of the Louisiana School for Math, Science and the Arts in Natchitoches, a unique high school that draws students from all over the state.

What's in a Name? Series, Lecompte

Celebrate one of Louisiana's historic landmarks, Congo Square, with New Orleans native Wynton Marsalis.

See a preview of Washing Away: Losing Louisiana, LPB's upcoming documentary on the damage to the Louisiana coastline done by Hurricane Katrina.

Visit a century old Lake Charles barbershop where you can still get a haircut for just $10.

Visit with Douglas Brinkley, author of the best selling post-Katrina book "The Great Deluge."

Hear about the drive to build a musuem honoring legendary Grambling State football coach Eddie Robinson.

Get a rare look at a special religious ceremony at a south Louisiana convent.

Take a look back at the best stories from the last year. A series of reservoir projects around the state have been proposed. Will Louisiana soon be the land of 1,000 lakes?

Tour the Marucci Bat Company--major leaguers line up for custom bats from this Baton Rouge company.

See affordable and attractive fashions made from flour, sugar, rice and other commodity bags.

See a profile of the Louisiana School for Math, Science and the Arts in Natchitoches, a unique high school that draws students from all over the state.

What's in a Name? Series, Lecompte

Visit with an entrepreneur who manufactures the delicious and fabled liquor absinthe.

Reporters' Panel Discussion

Term Limits

Shoe Shine Art

Iraqi Money Found

LA Legends '06 Preview

June 2006 Legislative Round Table: Alexandria

June 2006 Legislative Round Table: Baton Rouge

June 2006 Legislative Round Table: Lafayette

June 2006 Legislative Round Table: Lake Charles

June 2006 Legislative Round Table: Monroe

June 2006 Legislative Round Table: New Orleans

June 2006 Legislative Round Table: Shreveport

Robin Rather, CEO of Collective Strength, presents the results of the 2006 Recovery Survey at the Louisiana Recovery Authority's (LRA) Board of Directors meeting.

Artists: Kathleen Lemoine & Eddie Mormon

Katrina Choir

Young Nun Taking Vows

During this first week of the hurricane season, see an interview with Doug Brinkley, best selling author and Tulane Professor, about his book "The Great Deluge"

Visit Chalmette where citizens there speak their minds to the Louisiana Recovery Authority about efforts to make a comeback in the wake of Katrina.

Celebrate the reopening of the Aquarium of America in New Orleans nine months after it was closed by the historic storm.

Artist Diane Pecnik

LSU Medical School's Camp Tiger

Hurricane Evacuation Drill

Lafayette Mural Artist Robert Dafford

Elemore Morgan Exhibit