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Prep Notes: What to know about EBR's new Showdown on the Bluff jamboree
What used to be known as the East Baton Rouge Kickoff Classic is now the Showdown on the Bluff. A total of 12 Baton Rouge schools will kick off the football season with six jamboree games played over two nights at Southern’s Mumford Stadium this week. Games begin at...
Soccer Hosts Arizona State for Sunday Home Opener
BATON ROUGE – The LSU Soccer Team (1-0-0) is set to host Arizona State (1-0-2) for their home opener on Sunday, August 25th at 7 p.m. CT inside the LSU Soccer Stadium. “Building off the momentum from our first win last week is crucial as we head into our home opener against Arizona State. There’s nothing like playing in front of our fans, and we’re excited to bring that energy to the field on Sunday,” said head coach Sian Hudson. “Arizona State is always a strong opponent, and I think Graham (Winkworth) does a great job, so this game will be a good test for us before we hit the road next week. We’re focused and ready to get the job done as we continue to push forward this season.”
Free cancer screenings at first Barbershop Bash, men feel encouraged to talk about health
BATON ROUGE — Saturday morning, Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center teamed up with Webb's Barbershop and other organizations to provide free colorectal cancer and prostate cancer screenings. Besides the food, music, and fun, health vendors were at the event providing resources to everyone in attendance. Attendee Kevin Price said...
They've got tradition, returning talent. Cubs again lead trio of top 6-3A teams
There is an end game for every high school football season. John Hebert and Tylan Johnson have good reason to look beyond District 6-3A. However, neither senior, nor their respective coaches, overlook a district with Baton Rouge’s richest championship legacy over phe last 25 years. “As everybody knows, last...
Police investigate after multiple shootings reported in Baton Rouge
BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) — The Baton Rouge Police Department is investigating after multiple shootings were reported Friday night and Saturday morning. Police said officers responded to the 3700 block of East Brookstown Drive around 11 p.m. Friday after two female victims were shot as they were exiting their vehicle. Police said they were sent to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
See the 4 LSU baseball players who earned summer 2024 team awards
BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) — LSU baseball head coach Jay Johnson announced on Saturday the Tigers’ summer 2024 team awards, recognizing four players who have distinguished themselves on the field, in the weight room and in the classroom. Sophomore outfielder Ashton Larson is LSU’s summer player of the...
West Baton Rouge Police ask for help in identifying suspects in convenience store theft
PORT ALLEN - Detectives are asking for assistance in identifying people who robbed a local convenience store Saturday morning. The West Baton Rouge Sheriff's Department shared photos of the individuals in an older model Dodge Ram pickup truck with their faces covered. Deputies said they stole large amounts of tobacco products before fleeing the scene.
Final LSU football depth chart projections following preseason practice
BATON ROUGE – LSU football wrapped up its 20th preseason practice Saturday, holding a "dress rehearsal" of sorts inside Tiger Stadium. While the Tigers began game preparation for their 2024 season opener against USC this past week, when the calendar flips to Monday, they will have officially reached game week. No. 12 LSU...
LSU women's basketball's officially cleared to play after knee injury
BATON ROUGE – Kim Mulkey and LSU women's basketball received some good news Saturday. Forward Sa'Myah Smith has officially been cleared for full basketball activities, per an Instagram story posted to LSU point guard Last-Tear Poa's page. Smith, who is entering her third season with the Tigers, missed the majority of the 2023-24 season after suffering a season-ending knee injury last November. ...
Josh Williams and Greg Penn III to wear LSU's coveted No. 18 jersey
LSU’s No. 18 jersey has to be earned. Head coach Brian Kelly said it’s a number “worn by a player who represents the traits and spirit associated with a successful program.”. This year, two LSU players will get the privilege of wearing the jersey: running back Josh...
10 years later: The murder of 7-year-old Terrez Coleman
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - On August 16, 2014, 7-year-old Terrez Coleman and his sister were shot in the backseat of a car when a driver going the other way fired at them. Terrez was killed, and his sister still has a scar from the same bullet. It happened on Prescott Road between Joor road and Lanier drive. The Coleman family was heading home from a family reunion when the tragedy struck.
Women’s Tennis Announces Signing of Top Prospect Cadence Brace
LSU women’s tennis head coach Taylor Fogleman announced on Saturday that Cadence Brace, one of the top players in the world from Toronto, Canada, has signed with LSU ahead of the 2024-2025 season. “Our entire tennis program is so excited to welcome Cadence and her family to LSU. It...
Why the Louisiana AG and New Orleans DA are at odds over deals for long-serving prisoners
Orleans Parish District Attorney Jason Williams and Attorney General Liz Murrill have managed an uneasy pact when it comes to tackling crime in New Orleans. A deal between the two allows the attorney general to prosecute anyone arrested by Louisiana State Police working in the city. Williams, who took office as a progressive Democratic reformer, seemed to welcome the help from the newly elected Republican attorney general. And though crime is down, the AG's workload in the city is growing. Proactive patrols by the new Troop Nola have jailed dozens over the summer, and sources say a surge of 30 to 40 additional troopers is coming in a few weeks.
Fire crews respond to garbage truck fire at Rita Street Park Friday morning
ZACHARY - Firefighters responded to a garbage truck fire at the Rita Street Park Friday morning. The Zachary Fire Department said their crews found the truck actively burning around 11:30 a.m. and immediately took action to extinguish the fire safely. The specific cause of the fire has not been determined.
Five reasons to be wildly optimistic about LSU Football in 2024
The College Football season officially kicks off today as eight teams will begin their push for the College Football Playoff. We're sadly still eight days away from the kickoff of the LSU Tigers season which has varying expectations. Many experts have LSU finishing inside the top 25 but, outside of the 12-team playoff which would be a disappointment. If you're looking for reasons to be overly excited about the upcoming season, you're in luck as there are five solid reasons to be All-In on this group.
Meet Your Neighbor: Barbara Longeway
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - Barbara Longeway has spent most of her adult life in a kindergarten classroom and knows exactly what little minds need to grow. “It’s joyful. I love helping them establish the foundation for their lifelong learning. I love helping them develop their basic skills,” Longeway said.
Iberia DA's attorney argues immunity in attempt to dismiss lawsuit by witness held 6 months
The attorney for Iberia Parish District Attorney Bo Duhé argued Friday that Duhé and an assistant district attorney have immunity in a federal case filed by a witness they jailed for six months without the opportunity for release. Carol Whitehurst, a federal magistrate judge on the United States...
NFL Rookies Jayden Daniels And Malik Nabers Forced To Go Back To School After Gambling Mistake
Former LSU teammates Jayden Daniels and Malik Nabers are two of the favorites to take home the 2024 NFL Rookie of the Year award. But before either one could take the field in the NFL, they were instructed to go back to class and learn more about the league’s gambling policies. According to Mike Florio […] The post NFL Rookies Jayden Daniels And Malik Nabers Forced To Go Back To School After Gambling Mistake appeared first on BroBible.
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