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SPSO Offers $1500 Reward for Information Leading to the Arrest of Shooting Suspect
Sabine Parish, La - The Sabine Parish Sheriffs Office has announced that a $1500 cash reward has been offered for information that leads to the arrest of Julius T Winfield IV (age-21) of Many. Winfield is wanted for attempted first degree murder and other felony charges for the Saturday night,...
Weather Service Warns – Excessive Rain This Weekend in Louisiana
The Weather Prediction Center has issued an ominous alert for cities such as Baton Rouge, New Orleans, Lafayette, Lake Charles, and Shreveport. That alert which covers the entire state over the next three days suggests that several "life-threatening" weather events could occur and residents should be prepared. The catalyst for...
Another Drawdown Of Lake Bistineau Set To Begin This Month
It won't be long now, Lake Bistineau will be reduced to Bayou Dorcheat and an assortment of swamp-like areas. It would appear that summer is nearly over for those who enjoy water sports like fishing or skiing on Lake Bistineau in Northwest Louisiana. Lake Bistineau State Park recently posted on...
NBC 10 News Today: Mitch in the Morning
MONROE, La. (KTVE/KARD) — On NBC 10 News Today, NBC 10’s Mitch in the Morning is live at the Children’s Coalition for Northeast Louisiana to preview their upcoming Back Pack and School Supplies Give Away. For more information, watch the video above.
Iris Domestic Violence Center helping domestic abuse victims
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - An average of one million people are domestic abuse victims each year. Last year, the state of Louisiana was the thirty-first most common state to see domestic abuse and violence. Still, the effort to eliminate harm at home and protect those affected is what the Iris Domestic Violence Center in Baton Rouge cares most about.
James Genovese Named President of Northwestern State University
Louisiana Supreme Court Associate Justice James Genovese was named the 21st president of Northwestern State University during a special meeting of the Board of Supervisors for the University of Louisiana System on Thursday, July 18. Genovese was named the lone finalist July 16 after a day of meetings and forums...
Louisiana Companies Participate in American Academy of Entrepreneurs
BATON ROUGE – From Louisiana Economic Development:. Sixteen Louisiana-based, growth-oriented companies became the fifth group of participants in an initiative called the American Academy of Entrepreneurs (AAE), designed to accelerate business growth and develop meaningful relationships among second-stage companies. The program is made possible through a collaboration by Louisiana Economic Development and the Michigan-based Edward Lowe Foundation.
Louisiana Costco Shoppers Not Thrilled with Food Court Change
If you Google the question "How many Costco stores are there in Louisiana" you will find out that, according to "the Google" there are three locations of the giant warehouse-style retailer. Lafayette has a Costco. Baton Rouge has a Costco. And New Orleans has a Costco too, the New Orleans location is supposed to be something special but I have never been so we will take the Internet's word for it.
Louisiana Ranked as Hardest Place to Save
Forbes Advisor has released a new study, ranking states by how difficult it is to save money as a resident of each respective state. According to the original research, the national personal savings rate has decreased from 20% in 2020 to 3.8% as of January 2024. The ranking for each state, plus the District of Columbia, is determined based on indicators in these key categories: income, debt, cost of living, taxes, and housing.
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