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How many signatures are needed in proposed recall of EBR school board members? Details here
BATON ROUGE — The people seeking to recall five members of the East Baton Rouge Parish School Board now know how many signatures they'll need to place an election on the ballot. A group of parents and teachers filed recall petitions Friday, the day after the board failed to...
LSU starting shortstop Michael Braswell III announces return to Tigers on social media
After going unselected in the first 10 rounds of the 2024 MLB draft, LSU starting shortstop Michael Braswell III announced on social media that he will be returning to Baton Rouge for his senior season. The Mableton, Georgia, native was seen as a player to keep an eye on in...
Shooter takes plea deal in teen's killing near Mall of Louisiana, sentenced to 30 years
It’s been more than four years since a Baton Rouge teenager was shot dead during a dispute near the Mall of Louisiana. On Monday, Gy’Ron Ky’relle LeBeuf’s family members watched as the man indicted in his fatal 2020 shooting was sentenced to 30 years in prison.
An LSU backup safety from Louisiana has medically retired from the Tigers
LSU backup safety Matthew Langlois is no longer on the team after medically retiring, he confirmed Monday to The Advocate, after dealing with injuries for most of his career. Langlois, a redshirt junior from New Roads, appeared in one game over the last two seasons. He suffered a season-ending injury early in 2022 and missed the entire 2023 season. He did not practice this spring.
Rose Hill Church Moves, Nets New Audio System
Baton Rouge, LA (July 15, 2024)—Having moved to a new facility the size of a concert hall, Rose Hill Church In Baton Rouge decided to outfit it with an audio system to match. The 46,000-square-foot facility sports a sanctuary with 50-foot vaulted ceilings that can seat up to 1,000 guests, and with that in mind, outfitted the site with gear from SSL, Shure and K-array.
Mother of rapper shot by Lafayette police officer outside La Bamba club files lawsuit
The mother of Deiondre Solomon, 28, who was fatally shot by an off-duty Lafayette Police officer at a nightclub in April 2023 has sued the officer and others for wrongful death. The lawsuit was filed April 8 in 15th Judicial District Court in Lafayette, but was transferred in May to...
Thibodaux couple facing Ethics Board charges after investigation into billing for mowing
A Thibodaux couple who served as volunteer commissioners on their neighborhood’s sewer board are charged with violating state ethics laws for reportedly billing that body nearly $10,000 for lawn mowing that they approved themselves. Francis and Priscilla Breaux served on Lafourche Parish Sewerage District #7 Board between 2007 and...
Fat Boy Phillies brings soul food to Southland Mall with new restaurant location
A Houma-based food truck has branched out with a second location inside Southland Mall. Fat Boy Phillies opened a restaurant inside the mall Friday, July 12. The restaurant is where Chick-Fil-A used to be, next to Pocket Change. It was opened by K.J. Townsend, a Houma chef. More than 40 people were waiting Friday to place their first orders.
Bismillah Groceries and Kitchen on Congress Street in Lafayette set to close
LAFAYETTE, La. (KADN) — Bismillah Groceries and Kitchen on Congress Street in Lafayette is shutting its doors. According to a post on social media, the business plans to close at the end of July.
Former LSUE standout Kole Myers of Jennings drafted in 9th round by Dodgers
EUNICE, La. — Kole Myers became the latest former LSU Eunice standout to hear his name called in the MLB Draft as the outfielder was selected by the Los Angeles Dodgers in the ninth round of the 2024 MLB Draft on Monday. Myers has spent the last two seasons...
School Board raises teacher pay, but not its own
CENTERVILLE -- The St. Mary Parish School Board on Thursday enacted a new pay scale for staff members, incorporating a recently approved $1,500 annual raise for teachers. But board members won't be getting a raise after a proposed $200 monthly boost failed to get the required two-thirds vote. Also at...
5 teens arrested after chase in stolen car from Covington to Hammond, deputies say
HAMMOND — Officials said Monday that five teenagers in a stolen car were arrested after a chase through parts of St. Tammany and Tangipahoa parishes. All five are minors and were not identified by Tangipahoa Parish deputies. Covington Police had tried to pull over their vehicle early Friday, but...
Louisiana High School Named One Of Most Expensive In America
All parents in Louisiana want to ensure that their children have access to the greatest education possible. Additionally, some wealthy families decide to pay for their child's education at a private institution. One Louisiana high school was recently listed as one of the most expensive in the US, meaning that tuition there might cost parents as much as a college education.
Trucking Firms Tussle with Labor Department on Independent Contractor Ruling
A group of Louisiana trucking firms and a moving and storage company are challenging the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) on a new rule that changed how independent contractors are classified. The trucking industry has shared concerns that the rule could necessitate reclassifying independent drivers as employees, thus escalating costs and reducing driver autonomy.ILA Union Says East Coast Port Strike 'Growing More Likely' In February, Frisard’s Transportation first filed a lawsuit in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana against the DOL, arguing that the new rule “strips businesses like Frisard’s of certainty” and threatens its business operations...
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