Three property taxes are on the ballot in Baton Rouge next week, and while they’re all renewals, they’ve been made more complicated by a series of budget shortfalls. Today on @LAConsidered, we break down what voters will have to consider.

Head Start is a federal program that provides child care and early learning for low-income families.. But the ongoing government shutdown has led to some programs to close, while others are taking out loans. @aubriruth tells us what this looks like in La., today on @LAConsidered.

We’re living through a once-in-a-generation defense build-up. NATO’s new 5% defense spending target marks a historic shift in global security policy, fueling demand for advanced weapons, cybersecurity and infrastructure.

Over the weekend, the Governor’s Mansion in Baton Rouge hosted a screening of “Ancestral Artistry: The Influence of Africans and Creoles of Color on Louisiana Architecture.” Today on @LAConsidered, we explore craftsmanship and culture across the state’s diverse communities.

East Baton Rouge is facing a major budget shortfall. One way parish officials hope to save money is by getting more public service retirees to switch to government-funded health care. We hear more, today on @LAConsidered.

Here’s what’s coming up on @LAConsidered: – La. health officials waited to warn of whooping cough outbreak – Honoring enslaved men who fought in the Civil War – How Crescent Care is expanding treatment options and shortening wait times https://t.co/CMTBOJOQiu

Crescent Care, a nonprofit healthcare agency in New Orleans, has adopted a new model when it comes to treating behavioral health. Today on @LAConsidered, we learn how they’re shortening wait times, expanding access to care, and providing more treatment options.

This Veterans Day, Laura Plantation in Vacherie, Louisiana will hold a special event to honor the enslaved men who fought in the U.S. Army during the Civil War. We hear more on this history, today on @LAConsidered.

When there's an outbreak of an infectious disease, state health officials usually rush to alert the community. But this year during Louisiana's worst outbreak of whooping cough in decades, health officials did not follow that playbook. On @LAConsidered, @rosiewestwood has more.

Today on @LAConsidered, actor, comedian and writer @roywoodjr joins @ayyschreib to discuss his new book, "The Man of Many Fathers: Life Lessons Disguised as a Memoir." He shares what he’s learned in his journey in comedy and fatherhood. Listen now

Here’s what’s coming up on @LAConsidered – November runoff elections – Development plans in St. Tammany Parish – New Orleans Reggae Fest will now serve as a fundraiser for Hurricane Melissa victims https://t.co/ENK7MJ9oJS

It’s Thursday, and that means it’s time to catch up on politics with @NOLANews’ @stephgracela. Today on @LAConsidered, we learn about the runoff elections coming up in New Orleans and Baton Rouge.

Louisiana will use $150M in state funds to cover SNAP benefits for some residents next month. MORE DETAILS HERE:

Here’s what’s coming up on @LAConsidered – Carmaker speedating – What are “digital twins,” and how do they test objects in virtual space – Remembering New Orleans sportscaster Ed Daniels https://t.co/kqicMG6jtD

It’s been just over a year since Ed Daniels, New Orleans sportscaster, television sports director at WGNO and youth sports advocate, died at the age of 67. Today on @LAConsidered, we remember his contributions and recent induction into the @LASportsHall.

A partnership between LSU and the global agricultural technology corporation Syngenta is aimed at advancing an industry tool. Today on @LAConsidered, we learn about so-called “digital twins,” and how they help test objects in virtual space.

Let’s say you’re in the car-making business and want to avoid tariffs. You can buy American, but how do you meet those American suppliers? Today on @LAConsidered, @stevebisaha tells us about carmaker speed dating.

Here’s what’s coming up on @LAConsidered – Efforts to revive Louisiana’s film industry – Delaporte Manor hosts haunted Halloween events – Hyundai invests big in U.S. despite concerns over manufacturing jobs and immigration https://t.co/ow5H080vPT

BREAKING: Louisiana's health secretary is threatening to furlough staff who work to administer SNAP, the federal food aid program, over the "Schumer shutdown." https://t.co/T9iuniKpex

The Delaporte Manor in New Orleans is hosting a spooky Halloween event. Anyone who dares is welcome to tour the haunted former funeral home. Today on @LAConsidered, we learn how the manor’s creator got his start, making haunted homes in his childhood backyard.

The once-vibrant Louisiana film and TV industry has dramatically slowed down. Currently, there are just five independent feature films in production in the state. Today on @LAConsidered, we learn what lobbyists are doing to help revive the industry.