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Federal Judge Wendy Vitter to oversee Jeffrey Vappie case
NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - Federal Judge Wendy Vitter will preside over the case against Jeffrey Vappie. Appointed by former President Donald Trump, Vitter has a well-established career in law. Wendy Vitter started her legal journey as a clerk at the Orleans Parish District Attorney’s Office, spending five years in this...
2024 Preview: Class 5A District 6
Head Coach: Greg Salter (12th Year) Key players Graduated: WR/DB Justin Chapman (Arkansas Monticello), RB David Harris (Southeastern), OT/TE Lawson Champagne (Northwestern State), DT Jamonti Bursh, QB Jerome Elzy and QB Brandon Coakley. Team Outlook: “We will go to a 4 man front in 2024 on Defense new look. Last...
BRPD warns of alarm permit scam posing as East Baton Rouge government
BATON ROUGE - The Baton Rouge Police Department is warning people of a scam asking people to renew their alarm permit. The letter, which has East Baton Rouge City-Parish branding, tells the recipient that their alarm system permit is set to expire and that they have to access a site to pay and renew the permit.
LSU football recruiting: Five-star WR Derek Meadows pledges to Tigers over Notre Dame
LSU made a big splash on the recruiting trail over the weekend, landing the commitment of five-star wide receiver Derek Meadows, who checks in as the No. 6 wide receiver and No. 32 overall prospect in the 2025 class according to 247Sports. Coming out of high school powerhouse Bishop Gorman...
Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese on same WNBA All-Star team and in spotlight in matchup against Olympic team
PHOENIX — Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese will once again step into the spotlight during All-Star Weekend with their matchup against the U.S. Olympic team. They'll get to team-up for the first time in the WNBA All-Star game Saturday at 8:30 p.m. ET on ABC after being rivals in college. Reese's LSU Tigers topped Clark's Iowa team for the national championship in 2023. The Hawkeyes knocked out the Tigers this past year in the Elite Eight.
Central Police Department unveils new technology in attempt to stop drivers from speeding
CENTRAL, La. (BRPROUD) — The Central Police Department is unveiling new technology as they attempt to combat a big issue in the city, speeding. “It’s a big thing here. We’re, we’re actually radaring people in excess of 20 and 30 miles an hour over the speed limit, sometimes more,” said Roger Corcoran, Chief of Police at Central Police Department.
Local youth, VFW & Cenla Food Bank team up for community impact
ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB) - The Central Louisiana Food Bank collaborated with the Veterans for Foreign Wars alongside local young people to support families and communities and demonstrate the power of teamwork. Veterans from the VFW highlighted the significance of this initiative. “Bringing children out to learn early how to be...
Audit finds numerous issues with previous administration in Bogalusa
(The Center Square) – A recent audit uncovered widespread misuse of taxpayer funds by officials in a Lousiana city. Legislative Auditor Mike Waguespack's office found Bogalusa improperly paid more than $468,000 in bonuses from American Rescue Plan funds; didn't adopt budgets in fiscal years 2023 and 2024; violated the city's charter with hiring and procurement practices; and donated taxpayer funds to five organizations without proper documentation. The audit also flagged...
Deputies searching for man who burglarized multiple cars at Hammond apartments
HAMMOND — The Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office is searching for a man who broke into cars at a Hammond apartment complex earlier in July. Early July 9, deputies were called to The Creeks apartment complex on North Morrison Boulevard. At least two vehicle owners reported evidence of their cars being broken into and reported that wallets and credit cards were missing, deputies said. It was later learned attempts were made on more than 30 locked vehicles.
Walmart adds community recycling unit in Hammond
HAMMOND --- Walmart's latest expansion of its Community Recycling Unit program is now available in Hammond. Walmart’s Community Recycling Units provide participating communities with free recycling solutions for a variety of items, including some that may not be accepted in local curbside programs. Accepted waste streams include aluminum, clear...
Louisiana Ranked in Most Dangerous Roads for Drivers List
(Baton Rouge, Louisiana) - New research has revealed that Louisiana ranks 1st among the US states with the most dangerous roads for drivers. The physical condition of roads and their traffic volume can significantly impact safety. But which state has the riskiest roads?. The team at MarketWatch Guides analyzed data...
Louisiana congressional races attract newcomers and incumbents vying for seats
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — The deadline for candidates to qualify for Louisiana’s six congressional races concluded Friday, marking the unofficial intensifying of campaign season and cementing who will be on the November ballot. In a pivotal election year, most eyes are on the race for Louisiana’s 6th Congressional District. The political boundaries of the area were recently redrawn by lawmakers, under the direction of the courts and governor, to create the state’s second majority-Black district. Additionally, the GOP congressman representing the district, U.S. Rep. Garret Graves, has opted not to seek reelection. Democrats are looking to capitalize...
New Report Shows Louisiana Is One of the Fastest-Shrinking States – Where Is Everyone Moving To?
LAFAYETTE, La. (KPEL News) - Louisiana is shrinking at a faster rate than more than 40 other states, according to a new report out today. U-Haul, the rental company that specializes in moving vans and trailers, released its annual report on which states have the most people making one-way rentals, and the Bayou State is near the very bottom.
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