The sight of balloons being released into the air during a memorial moment from a spot where someone - often a child - was killed gives the sense that the balloons are reaching up to be with the child ...

A new law will make outdoor balloon releases illegal in Louisiana, drawing some criticism from community members who say the practice helps people mourn the loss of loved ones. The Louisiana state ...

Louisiana has made organized balloon releases illegal under a new state law. The law bans the intentional release of 12 or more balloons to prevent litter and protect wildlife. Supporters of the ban ...