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Report: Votes sought at taxpayers’ expense, say Foxx, Cassidy
(The Center Square) – Only 40% of student loan borrowers make payments, and congressional committee leaders from North Carolina and Louisiana said Wednesday the federal report confirms the White House’s efforts to win votes at taxpayers’ expense. U.S. Reps. Virginia Foxx, R-N.C., and Sen. Dr. Bill Cassidy, R-La., requested the Government Accountability Office analysis because they believed the Biden administration “has repeatedly failed to communicate to borrowers on how to transition to repayment,” a release says. Payments resumed in October 2023 after a 3½-year pause...
Attorney General Liz Murrill, Orleans DA Jason Williams clash over post-conviction deals
District attorneys in Louisiana have long crafted deals with state prisoners to reduce their convictions or sentences years after the fact, with the blessings of a judge. Those “post-conviction” plea deals were sporadic, and often accompanied by stark evidence of an unfair trial or excessive prison term. Then,...
BTNEP to host Native Plant Giveaway, aiming to help support local ecosystems
Plant lovers, mark your calendars! The Barataria-Terrebonne National Estuary Program (BTNEP) will be hosting a Native Plant Giveaway this September to help promote healthy ecosystems in our community. The giveaway will take place on Saturday, September 14, 2024 from 8:00 AM-12:00 PM at the BTNEP Native Plant Nursery (104 Thoroughbred...
Arguments begin in retrial of accused shooter in Baton Rouge drive-by killing
Seconds after Clarence Augustus was struck by bullets outside his Baton Rouge apartment in a December 2020 drive-by shooting, he pulled his car into a driveway and told his mother and sister to follow him to Baton Rouge General. Augustus, 36, quickly peeled away, but crashed the vehicle into a...
Bystander injured after pair of drive-by shootings on, near Airline Highway
BATON ROUGE — A pair of drive-by shootings on and near Airline Highway left one person with minor injuries, Baton Rouge Police said. The first shooting took place around 3:03 p.m. on Tuesday on North Foster Drive near Airline Highway. Police said a blue sedan was shot multiple times. According to witnesses, people in another car shot at the blue sedan. No one was injured, police said.
GALLERY: Walk-On's Thibodaux celebrates One Year Anniversary
Walkons Thibodaux held their 1 year anniversary celebration on August 14th. The celebration was similar to the grand opening. Thibodaux high school band, student council and cheer attended along with Nicholls cheer. The thibodaux chamber of commerce helped with the celebration and Mayor Kevin Clement along with General Manager of Walkons- Von Richard, gave a few words.
19-year-old killed in Quivera Street shooting identified, Baton Rouge police say
The 19-year-old who was killed in a shooting on Quivera Street earlier this month has been identified, Baton Rouge police said Wednesday. The shooting happened around 11:30 p.m. Aug. 7 in the 5800 block of Quivera Street. Malik Mills was found lying in the road, dead from multiple gunshot wounds.
This Baton Rouge girls athlete can grab a basketball rim. She doesn't even play the sport.
Few social-media videos make a hard-hitting point like one posted for Jana Thymes. It shows the 5-foot-11 Parkview Baptist junior comfortably leaping up to grab a basketball rim at an outdoor park. The catch?. Thymes does not play basketball. Volleyball is her game. “How many girls can jump up and...
Drug and property crime account for many recent arrests
St. Mary law enforcement agencies reported five drug-related arrests and five on property crimes charges this week. Chief Chad M. Adams reported that the Morgan City Police Department responded to 91 calls for service over the last 48-hour reporting period and made these arrests:. --Georgianna Jacqulin Sweetser, 56, Seventh Street,...
Man accused of fentanyl poisoning death arrested for second-degree murder, drug dealing
HAMMOND — A man was arrested on murder and drug dealing charges after the fentanyl-related death of another man, Hammond Police said Wednesday. Trystan McMillion, 26, was arrested for second-degree murder after the overdose death of Nicholas Platt, 27. McMillion was announced on Wednesday as one of thirteen people arrested on fentanyl and other drug dealing charges by Livingston Parish Sheriff's narcotics division.
Two arrested in major Houma drug bust following three-month investigation
On August 13, 2024, the Houma Police Department Narcotics Division with the assistance of the Houma Police Department SWAT team, Homeland Security Investigations, Louisiana State Police Investigaitons and the Terrebonne Parish Sheriffs Department concluded a three-month-long investigation into the illegal narcotics sales at the address of 112 Samuel Street. During...
Baton Rouge police arrest two men, seize money, guns and drugs including fentanyl during traffic stop
BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) – A traffic stop in Baton Rouge ended with the arrest of two men and the seizure of guns, drugs and money on Monday, Aug. 12. Jermaine Harris, 43, of Baton Rouge was charged with two counts of manufacture, distribution or possession with intent to distribute Schedule I, five counts of manufacture, distribution or possession with intent to distribute Schedule II, two counts of manufacture, distribution or possession with intent to distribute Schedule III, two counts of manufacture, distribution or possession with intent to distribute Schedule IV, illegal carrying of a firearm, possession of drug paraphernalia and possession of a firearm by a felon.
Burger King employee accused of photographing drive-thru customer’s bank card
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - A fast food employee is facing charges after being caught allegedly taking photos of drive-thru customers’ bank cards. According to the Baton Rouge Police Department, officers arrested Rachel Henderson, 47, of Baton Rouge, on Tuesday, Aug. 13, and charged her with access device fraud, identity theft, and anti-skimming act.
Son of a Saint is Accepting Applications For New Mentees
NEW ORLEANS (press release) – Son of a Saint, the New Orleans-based youth development nonprofit organization, is currently accepting applications for its newest cohort of mentees. This unique opportunity is available to boys aged 10-12 who meet specific eligibility criteria, as the organization seeks to transform lives through dedicated mentorship and support. Mentees who join Son of a Saint remain in the program until early adulthood and stay connected for many years. The upcoming cohort of newly accepted mentees will be welcomed to the program in January 2025 and officially join Son of a Saint’s existing group of 350 youth.
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