Louisiana
Entergy Louisiana customers to face rate hike despite promised fee reductions
NEW ORLEANS (WVUE)—In just over two weeks, Entergy Louisiana customers will see an increase in their electricity bills.
The Public Service Commission announced that rates will rise by approximately two percent, which translates to about four dollars more monthly for residents across 58 parishes.
Many locals, like Jefferson Parish resident Dwight Myzette, are concerned about the timing of the increase.
“Things are expensive as it is. People are having a hard time making it these days. So, any increase of any amount, I don’t think it is fair,” Myzette commented.
“Even if it’s just a few dollars, it’s too much; it’s already too much,” Danielle Gonzales said.
The rate hike follows two settlements approved by the Public Service Commission. These agreements permit the increase and introduce a range of customer benefits.
Entergy announced that the settlement includes reducing late fees, eliminating connection and reconnection fees, and expanding eligibility for low-income senior bill discounts.
Public Service Commissioner Davante Lewis acknowledged the rate increase’s unpopularity, stating, “I’ll be honest, a rate increase is not a fan favorite, and I’m not happy to have voted for this. I voted for this simply because of all of the other customer benefits that really get Entergy on a path to be responsive to all of our customer needs.”
In an official statement, Entergy highlighted that the approved rate framework also capsizes profit margins and commits the company to strict reliability targets.
“We got 260 million dollars worth of credits. We ended a lot of litigation we were suing Entergy about for what we thought were violations in taxes and running uneconomical plants that were costing more money than they were producing,” Lewis explained.
To ensure accountability, the Public Service Commission has approved hiring an independent monitor to oversee Entergy’s $1.9 billion resilience plan, which was passed earlier this year.
For customers struggling to manage their bills, Entergy is directing them to their online “bill tool kit” for assistance.
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Yasin Gungor
19 April 2026•Update: 19 April 2026
At least eight children were killed and two others were wounded in a shooting in the US state of Louisiana, local police said Sunday.
Shreveport Police Department spokesperson Christopher Bordelon said officers responded to the shooting just after 6 am (1100GMT), following a domestic disturbance call.
The age of the deceased ranged from one to 14 years, he said, adding that the incident involved at least 10 individuals across four separate locations.
The suspect attempted to flee by carjacking a vehicle and driving to neighboring Bossier City, where police located and shot him dead.
Bordelon said Shreveport police officers pursued the suspect’s vehicle into Bossier, where three officers discharged their firearms, killing him. He said investigators believe the suspect was the only person who opened fire at the locations.
Shreveport Mayor Tom Arceneaux described the attack as “maybe the worst tragic situation we’ve ever had,” adding: “It’s a terrible morning.”
No immediate information was available about the condition of the injured.
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When it comes to retiring, the best places to do so often are affordable, have a high quality of life and access to quality healthcare.
If you’re looking for a place to retire, Niche has identified the best places for retirees in Louisiana.
In its list, Niche has taken into account factors like weather, crime rates, housing costs and access to amenities.
The 5 best places to retire in Louisiana according to Niche
These are the top five best places to retire in Louisiana, according to Niche.
1. Oak Hills Place
Oak Hills Place is a suburb of Baton Rouge and is the overall best place to retire in Louisiana. This suburb, located in East Baton Rouge Parish, has a population of 9,038 and offers residents an urban suburban mix feel. The area is highly rated for families, diversity, as well as health and fitness. Here, the median home value is $437,900 and the median rent is $1,422, according to Niche.
2. Westminster
Westminster is another suburb of Baton Rouge and is the second-best place to retire in Louisiana. Located in East Baton Rouge Parish, this suburb has a population of 2,559 and offers residents an urban suburban mix feel. This area is highly rated for nightlife, diversity, families, health and fitness, as well as commute. The median home value here is $266,100 and the median rent is $1,482, says Niche.
3. River Ridge
River Ridge is a suburb of New Orleans, located in Jefferson Parish, and is the third-best place to retire in Louisiana. This suburb has a population of 13,312 and offers residents a dense suburban feel. The area is highly rated for public schools, family, nightlife and diversity. The median home value is $357,400 and the median rent is $1,127, according to Niche.
4. Westlake
Westlake is a town in Calcasieu Parish that is among the best places to retire in Louisiana. With a population of 4,743, this town offers residents a rural feel. The town is highly rated for public schools, housing, families, jobs, cost of living, nightlife and weather. Here, the median home value is $166,100 and the median rent is $1,049, says Niche.
5. Prien
Prien is another town in Calcasieu Parish that is among the best places to retire in Louisiana. This town has a population of 7,119 and offers residents a suburban rural mix feel. The town is highly rated for public schools, housing, families, nightlife and weather. The median home value here is $278,000 and the median rent is $1,292, according to Niche.
Presley Bo Tyler is the Louisiana Deep South Connect Team reporter for USA Today Network. Find her on X @PresleyTyler02 and email at PTyler@Gannett.com
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