JENA, La.—When an oil glut in the 1980s sent the economy reeling in this quiet town hours north of New Orleans, local leaders knew it needed to diversify. A private-prison company stepped in.

His compassion was an example to all of us. Our town has a strong sense of community spirit, with people who look out for one another and support good causes. I recently attended the first ever ...

In a press release, which was announced in front of the packed town council meeting last week, the group obtained 1,088 signatures to recall Mayor Christopher Bertaut, 1,081 for Councilmember ...

SINGAPORE: The Singapore Democratic Party (SDP) on Saturday (Apr 26) launched its plan for Sembawang, including co-working spaces in the town and storage ... for the five mayor positions to ...

A nearly 200-year-old log cabin has been discovered within the walls of a dilapidated house near Ball, Louisiana. The cabin, believed to be one of the first structures built in the area ...

Rommel Francisco Marbil on Friday ordered the Cagayan police to conduct a thorough investigation into the killing of reelectionist Mayor Joel Ruma of Rizal town. Marbil issued the directive when he ...

Ever stumbled upon a place that feels like stepping into a movie set? Natchitoches, Louisiana (pronounced “NACK-a-tish”) is that magical small town where your wallet breathes easier and your soul ...

Step into Natchitoches, Louisiana (pronounced “NACK-a-tish”) and you’ll discover what happens when small-town charm, deep history, and affordability create the perfect recipe for an unforgettable day ...

The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) has vehemently condemned the fatal shooting last April 23 of reelectionist Mayor Joel Ruma of Rizal, Cagayan and the injuries sustained by an aide and a resident.

One of the mothers is also pregnant, reports said. The American Civil Liberties Union of Louisiana said the families had lived in the U.S. for years, establishing deep roots in their communities. But ...