Immigration, Recovery in Lake Charles, Old State Capitol, Ziggy Returns! | LSWI | 01/31/2025

Federal Immigration Policies & Louisiana
During his first week in office, President Trump issued several executive orders affecting various political sectors, including immigration, climate policy, health care, and medical research, among others. Some of these orders will have an immediate impact on Louisiana, especially those related to immigration. In this segment, LPB’s Dorothea Wilson speaks with two immigration attorneys who share their insights on these orders and their potential effects.
Continued Recovery Efforts in Lake Charles
This week’s Good News Louisiana spotlights Lake Charles as the city rebuilds with resiliency in the aftermath of Hurricane Laura in 2020. The city claims to have the most resilient housing stock in Louisiana, which are hard-won bragging rights after Lake Charles struggled with federal assistance for hurricane recovery. In this segment, LPB’s Karen LeBlanc joins Lake Charles Mayor Nic Hunter on a tour of the city’s riverfront, one of several redevelopment projects comprising more than 600 million dollars of public and private investment.
Commemorating the Old State Capitol
The Old State Capitol in Baton Rouge is commemorating its 175th anniversary this year. In its Gothic Revival glory, this architectural gem rises prominently on a bluff overseeing the Mississippi River. The well-known landmark has endured war, fire, scandal, abandonment, and occasionally even brawls, but now serves as a symbol of dynamic leadership and civic engagement. In this segment, LPB’s Dorothea Wilson interviews Director Mary Durusau, who takes us through the art, culture, and rich history of this iconic building.
Ziggy’s Arts Adventure Returns!
Season 3 of LPB’s children’s digital series Ziggy’s Arts Adventure has kicked off with a bang! In this week’s LA Speaks, LPB’s Dorothea Wilson takes a tour of the popular puppet show’s studio with Clay Achee, the creator and director of Ziggy. He shares his reflections on the show’s history and its evolution, and offers a glimpse into what’s ahead.