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Donald Trump Rally Shooting: Photos From the Scene
On Saturday (July 13), photos from the shooting at former president Donald Trump's campaign rally emerged from journalists online. The violence took place at approximately 6:13PM, leaving the shooter and at least one rally attendee dead and others in critical condition. Thousands were in attendance at Trump's rally in Pennsylvania...
Everything We Know About Donald Trump Rally Shooting Victims
Two people are reportedly dead and another person critically injured after the apparent shooting at the Donald Trump campaign rally. The horrific shooting took place at 6:13 PM on Saturday (July 13) while Trump was campaigning in Butler, Pennsylvania. According to new reports, the alleged shooter was killed in addition to at least one attendee in the crowd.
Donald Trump Bloodied During Rally Shooting: REPORT
Former President Donald Trump was left bloodied during a campaign rally during an apparent shooting. On Saturday (July 13) at 6:13 PM, at least seven popping noises reverberated at the campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. Secret Service agents were seen tackling and covering Trump who was at his podium speaking when the popping noises took place and he immediately grabbed his ear almost instantaneously after the popping sounds were made. Trump was photographed bloodied on his ear, cheek and teeth.
Celebrities and Politicians React to Donald Trump Rally Shooting, Unite to Condemn Violence
Politicians and celebrities alike are reacting to the shooting at former president Donald Trump's campaign rally. Minutes after the Saturday (July 13) shooting at the Butler, Pa. rally took place, politicians and celebrities began to make public statements and social media posts reacting to the violence. President Joe Biden released...
BREAKING: Shots Fired at Trump Pennsylvania Rally,
BUTLER, Penn. (KPEL News) - Shots were fired at former president Donald Trump during a campaign rally in Pennsylvania on Saturday. Security immediately rushed to the candidate's side and escorted him off the stage. More information will be added as the story develops. Some reports indicate Trump may have been...
Richard Simmons Dead at 76
Some sad news out of the entertainment world, TMZ is reporting that Richard Simmons has died. The fitness guru died at his home Saturday morning. TMZ reports that police and EMS were called to his residence by his housekeeper and upon arrival they pronounced him dead. Foul play is not...
Louisiana Waffle House Locations Make Major Change and Many Customers Aren’t Happy About It
There is a sign from a local Waffle House that has been making its way around social media today and it's left many fans of the 24-hour restaurant scratching their heads. The sign basically says that on Fridays, Saturdays, and holidays, from 11:30 pm to 6:00 am, you won't be able to dine in at Waffle House restaurants, and you'll only be able to pick up to-go orders.
Texas State Inspection for Your Car is OVER as of 2025
Soon, people in Longview and Tyler, Texas, will no longer be required to get an annual state inspection on their non-commercial vehicles. You may be excited to hear that in 2025, you will no longer be required to have your non-commercial car or truck inspected every year. However, that doesn't mean you won't still have to pay a fee. But still, it does save us all a bit of time.
Louisiana Alert: Funnel Clouds Sighted, More Possible
It doesn't take more than a few steps outside your air conditioned home, car, or office on this Saturday afternoon to realize the air across South Louisiana is quite "thick". The combination of increasing daytime temperatures and a high relative humidity seem to make the afternoon air feel more like a suffocating blanket than a substance needed to live.
Animals That Don’t Exist Anywhere Else On The Planet, But Louisiana And Mississippi
Louisiana animals are a lot like the people, very diverse and unique. To be perfectly honest, the state has some pretty strange-looking critters. Many rare animals, including a vast group of exotics, endangered and endemic species like the Catahoula Leopard Dog, a rare breed that lives along the Gulf. The...
Is Louisiana Really One of the Worst States for Sleep?
SHREVEPORT, LA – Louisiana is near the top of another list we would rather not be on. This one is disturbing for many of us because it deals with our sleep. We are simply not getting enough sleep in the Bayou State. This new study puts Louisiana as one...
6 Reasons The Tiny Home Movement Is Growing In Louisiana
The tiny homes movement is on the rise across the U.S., but one thing is clear, the future looks big for enthusiasts downsizing in Louisiana. Tiny living is starting to grow in Louisiana, and I'll provide a variety of reasons in a minute. One thing is for sure, Louisiana has...
Left Lane Open, but Miles of Congestion on I-10 in Crowley After Tractor-Trailer Overturns
The left lane on I-10 Westbound is now open in Crowley, but congestion is still backed up all the way to Rayne, according to the latest update from LaDOTD. According to LaDOTD, I-10 Westbound is still closed at this time. Motorists are being diverted to Louisiana Highway 1111 to Rice Capital Parkway before getting back on to I-10 W, the agency said.
Court Orders Visa, MasterCard to Refund Louisiana ATM Fees
If you used your Visa or Mastercard credit card to access cash from an ATM in Ville Platte, Ponchatula, Metairie, Cossinade, or any other community in Louisiana since October of 2007 and were assessed a fee to gain access to your money you could be getting at least some of that money back.
Walk-On’s Adds 4 Epic New Dishes To Menus In Louisiana
LAKE CHARLES, LOUISIANA: Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux is elevating its fry game with the launch of exclusive French Fry creations in celebration of National French Fry Day, kicking off a month-long celebration. Starting Friday, July 12, National French Fry Day, and available through August 14, Walk-On’s will be featuring three limited-time fry offers:
Lafayette Musician Inducted into Louisiana Hall of Fame
South Louisiana is overflowing with incredible musicians and artists. One of our own, Julian Primeaux, was inducted into The Louisiana Hall of Fame on Friday. Primeaux's passion for guitar started at age 8, and before you knew it, he was performing live consistently by age 12. He never slowed down from there, releasing albums and playing festivals and shows across the country and Louisiana. In 2022, he became a Grammy Nominee for performing on Corey Ledet's Nominated album.
Here’s How a Category 1 Hurricane Could be More Devastating to Louisiana Than a Cat 5
Here’s a troubling phrase hurricane forecasters hate but often hear: “It’s just a Category 1. Nothing to worry about.”. Or even worse: “Tropical storm? Just some wind and rain.”. But look at Hurricane Beryl, which hit Texas this week as a “mere” Category 1 storm —...
Louisiana Man Indicted On 7 Counts in Murder, Kidnapping Case
The man responsible for the abduction of 4-year-old Erin, her 6-year-old sister Jalie Brunett, and the murder of Erin and her mother, Callie Brunett, appeared before a Hinds County Grand Jury in the state of Mississippi. Daniel Callihan was indicted for one count of capital murder, two counts of kidnapping,...
Discount Furniture Chain Nearing Bankruptcy, Fate Of 85 Texas Stores Unknown
Conn’s Inc., a discount furniture and appliance retailer, is reportedly on the brink of bankruptcy, casting uncertainty over the future of its 85 stores in Texas. The Texas-based chain, which has been struggling with declining sales and integration issues following the acquisition of W.S. Badcock, may file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy within weeks, according to sources familiar with the matter, as reported by Bloomberg.
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