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What Louisiana City Has Most DWI Arrests?
SHREVEPORT, LA – I recently heard some shocking stats about drunk driving in Louisiana and I have been wondering why Shreveport leads this dangerous category by such a wide margin. You be the judge of what the numbers show. Shreveport Police made 625 DWI arrests in 2023 and there...
Trial delayed for New Orleans teacher accused of helping violent juvenile offender escape custody
NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - Trial was set to begin Monday (July 22) for Angela Filardo, a New Orleans teacher accused of helping a violent juvenile fugitive escape custody last fall. Proceedings were delayed until September 30. In 2019, police say then 13-year-old Lynell Reynold robbed and shot Darrelle Scott, leaving...
Can the Sun Belt break through in the new 12-team playoff? 'We just seek greatness.'
Sun Belt Conference commissioner Keith Gill believes the league has spent too much time preparing for the future to take a step backward. So as 2024 Sun Belt Football media days at the New Orleans Marriott Warehouse began Tuesday, he made the conference’s stance very clear. “We are excited...
New New Orleans flood sensors will deliver real-time data
New sensors being installed across New Orleans will soon deliver real-time flooding data to city officials. Why it matters: The data can plug into first responders' maps, which would better inform them of blocked roadways during emergencies, and it might one day be accessible to residents through Google Maps, the founder of the tech company behind the project says.
New Orleans Saints sign former Jacksonville Jaguars, UFL receiver
METAIRIE, La. (BRPROUD) – The New Orleans Saints are adding another piece of depth to their receiving corp. The Saints have agreed to terms with Jacksonville Jaguars undrafted free agent and Birmingham Stallions receiver Kevin Austin Jr., Saints executive vice president and general manager Mickey Loomis announced Monday. Austin...
2 teachers from Greater Baton Rouge area chosen for national training program, to get $10K stipend
BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) – Five Louisiana teachers have been chosen for a one-year training program to deepen their knowledge of supporting students and faculty in and around their districts. Two are from the Greater Baton Rouge area. 12 educators nationwide were chosen for the fellows program with the...
5th Annual National Urban League “Women in Harmony” Awards Luncheon
( ENSPIRE Community Spotlight ) Jenifer Lewis Touches Hearts At NUL Luncheon. The National Urban League is a civil rights organization dedicated to social justice, economic empowerment, and equality since 1910. They hosted their 5th annual “Women in Harmony” Awards Luncheon on July 6 at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel in New Orleans. This year’s theme was a celebration of unity, purpose and courage. The event was held during Essence Festival weekend, where it paid tribute to Black women who led, created, and transformed the community. Judge Faith Jenkins, Tracey Edmonds, Lisa Price, and Bevy Smith were the honorees who received recognition. The star-studded red carpet event featured appearances from Jenifer Lewis, Dr. Karri Turner, and Laterras Whitfield.
New Orleans City Council questions city’s utility services in meeting
NEW ORLEANS — On Tuesday, New Orleans City Council members spent three hours questioning and critiquing the city’s biggest utility services as they tried to get answers from residents. Throughout the meeting councilmembers continuously said residents deserve reliability. “There has to be something done that is different,” Councilmember...
What Louisiana City Has Most DWI Arrests?
SHREVEPORT, LA – I recently heard some shocking stats about drunk driving in Louisiana and I have been wondering why Shreveport leads this dangerous category by such a wide margin. You be the judge of what the numbers show. Shreveport Police made 625 DWI arrests in 2023 and there...
Meet the Krewe: Men's and Women's Basketball
NEW ORLEANS - Every Tuesday, New Orleans Privateers fans will meet members of the men's and women's 2024-25 basketball krewes. This week features Jah Short, Turk Vincent, Kohen Rowbatham, Shanihya Brown and Aaliyah Ellis. JAH SHORT. Nickname: JAH. Year:. Hometown: Greenville, North Carolina. Birthday: May 16. Previous school: Farmville Central...
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