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Governor Landry Announces New Appointment to the LSU Board of Supervisors
Today, Governor Jeff Landry announced the appointment of Blaise Zuschlag to the LSU Board of Supervisors. Blaise will finish the remainder of his father’s term, Richard Zuschlag, who passed away in June. “Richard Zuschlag lived a life dedicated to serving his state. From starting Acadian Companies to his many...
Dr. Wyche T. Coleman appointed as deputy surgeon general of Louisiana
SHREVEPORT, La. - Louisiana has a new deputy surgeon general. Dr. Wyche T. Coleman III is an ophthamologist and cataract surgeon with Willis Knighton Eye Institute. Coleman grew up in Louisiana. He studied at the Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center in Shreveport. Coleman completed his medical education and ophthalmology residency there. His clinical expertise includes advanced cataract surgery, LASIK, PRK, and the management of chronic eye conditions.
House Speaker Mike Johnson shares re-election plans for Ouachita Parish during visit
Speaker of the House Mike Johnson (R-LA) stopped by the University of Louisiana at Monroe's Clark Williams Technology Success Center during a visit to Monroe on Thursday, sharing his vision for the state if re-elected to represent Louisiana's 4th congressional district in Washington, D.C. Johnson, who is the first Speaker...
Woman's Hospital holds ribbon-cutting for Louisiana's first inpatient mental health unit solely dedicated to pregnant, postpartum, and post-pregnant women
BATON ROUGE --- This week, Woman’s Hospital celebrated the opening of the brand new Perinatal Mental Health Unit (PMHU) with a ribbon-cutting ceremony that included Woman’s President and CEO Rene Ragas, Gov. Jeff Landry, Louisiana Surgeon General Dr. Ralph Abraham, LDH Secretary Michael Harrington, state lawmakers, elected officials and a host of hospital, community and business leaders. Woman’s PMHU is Louisiana’s first inpatient mental health unit solely dedicated to serving the specialized needs of women who are pregnant, up to one year postpartum or have suffered a pregnancy loss within the last year. Patients will start being admitted in September.
Sen. Cassidy column: We owe our veterans the best care we can deliver
In July, New Orleans hosted the 43rd National Veteran Wheelchair Games organized by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the Paralyzed Veterans of America. As I participated in the games’ ceremonies, I saw the magic of rehabilitation coupled with faith for our wounded veterans. But it’s not just physical scars our veterans need […]
Southern Jaguars fall to McNeese Cowboys in season opener
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - The Southern Jaguars (0-1) fell short in their season opener against the McNeese Cowboys (1-1) on Saturday night, August 31. The Jags suffered a 21-7 loss to the Cowboys. This game marked the fourth meeting between the two schools in football. Both teams remained scoreless...
Newton County Sheriff's Office investigating possible murder in Deweyville
DEWEYVILLE, Texas — The Newton County Sheriff's office is investigating what they say is possibly foul play after finding a woman dead in her driveway last Friday. At around 5 p.m. on August, 23 Newton County deputies drove out to a home at 910 County Road 4203 in Deweyville, Texas for a welfare check according to Sheriff Robert Burby.
Iowa driver drags deputy 40 feet while fleeing
LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - An Iowa man is being accused of battery for dragging a sheriff’s deputy over 40 feet during his flight from police. Around 7 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 30, Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to an unoccupied car in the southbound lane of the roadway near Sixth Ave. and Third Street that was blocking traffic according to CPSO Public Information Officer Kayla Vincent.
1 dead, another in critical condition after shooting inside Lafayette business on Louisiana Avenue; victim identified
LAFAYETTE, La. (LPD) — The Lafayette Police Department received a 911 call regarding several shots being fired inside of a nearby business located in the 1000 block of Louisiana Avenue Around 9:15 a.m. Officers arrived on scene and located two victims suffering from gunshot wounds. One victim was pronounced...
Grambling State University paves the way with Louisiana’s first Digital Library; how does it work?
GRAMBLING, La. (KTVE/KARD) – This year, Grambling State University became the first Historically Black University (HBCU) and the first university in Louisiana to have a Digital Library. The library comprises various study spaces, history murals, and several computers that give students access to global knowledge. The addition of the...
SWLA Arrest Report - August 30, 2024
LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - The Calcasieu Correctional Center booking report for Aug. 30, 2024. Clarence Weldon Walls, 28, Hammond: federal detainer; simple battery. Randall Howard Burgess, 47, Singer: possession of drug paraphernalia; no insurance; possession with intent of a Schedule I drug. Robert Allan Slaydon, 28, DeQuincy: possession of...
Charting new frontiers: Women in nontraditional careers focus of Sowela seminar
Citadel Completions Avionics Technician Rachel Fast is looking to be a comforting voice for women entering a nontraditional career. She will represent the aviation maintenance program at a Women in Nontraditional Careers Seminar hosted by Sowela Technical Community College from 5 to 6 p.m. on Tuesday, September 17 in the Sycamore Student Center at the […]
Nine people died when tornado hit Louisiana church fair. Descendants memorialize tragedy century later.
The citizens of Vacherie had been praying for rain. And around 3 p.m. on August 24, 1924, it appeared their prayers had been answered. “It had been a drought for like three months or longer,” said David Hubbell, a descendent of those in Vacherie that day. “All of a sudden, the clouds came out … but then it started getting really bad. Bad wind and rain.”
Where to Watch McNeese vs. Southern University on TV or Streaming Live – August 31
Star runner Clifton McDowell and the McNeese Cowboys (0-1) face the Southern University Jaguars on Saturday at 8:00 p.m. ET at Cowboy Stadium (LA). Below in this story, we give all the info you need to know about how to view this game on ESPN+. Watch college football live without...
New Orleans Airport Blasts LSU Fight Song as Fans Board Planes
LSU fans are flocking to Las Vegas on Labor Day Weekend to see the Tigers take on USC, and one Louisiana airport set the mood as fans lined up to board their plane. The airport in New Orleans blasted the LSU Fight Song throughout the facility as fans boarded planes to head out west, and as you may imagine fans felt the excitement.
McNeese Vs Southern – Block Party, Ticket & Game Day Parking Details
What a way to kick off the 2024-25 football season! We got some real gridiron action taking place in Cowboy Stadium just in time for Labor Day weekend. It's a good one too! The stage is set for McNeese State University to take on Southern University and A&M College A&M for the fourth time since 2004.
Bridge's history of race crimes resurfaces after dedication to Vietnam War hero
A bridge renamed after a local war hero harbors a nearly century old dark past. Two young Black men were hanged for alleged crimes, and one lived to tell the tale. A crowd of nearly 50 people gathered Aug. 11 to celebrate the renaming of a bridge in honor of a distinguished Navy war hero, Glenn H. Daigle, who grew up in the town of Labadieville. Unbeknownst to all in attendance, 91 years ago the bridge was the site of two lynchings that left one 16-year-old dead, with a terrorizing message hanging from his feet for all to see.
Mega Millions Winner: Louisiana Lottery Confirms Friday’s Big Win
This is the weekend that people in Louisiana have been talking about since January. It doesn't matter where you have the conversation. It could be on the beach at Grand Isle, in the exercise yard with the girls in St. Gabriel, or sitting quietly spinning fidgets in Pineville or Jackson, at some point college football will be discussed.
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