By Elise Plunk
Louisiana Illuminator
KPLC-TV
Louisiana is set to once again nearly double the number of black bears hunters can legally bag starting later this year.
The number of bear tags issued to hunters will increase from 26 in 2025 to 42 this year, according to the Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Commission announced Thursday. Hunters are still limited to one bear each, so the increased count clears the way for more people to pursue the animals.