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Hertz-owned tower in Shreveport faces power shutoff due to nonpayment
In Lake Charles, work is underway to take down the Hertz Tower — formerly the Capital One Tower — by implosion on Sept. 7. In Shreveport, Hertz is having trouble with their electric bill. Shreveport’s largest office tower, the 25-story Regions Tower, as well as an adjacent 16-story building, had signs posted by electricity provider […]
Big Freedia backs LaToya Cantrell while receiving key to New Orleans: 'We're rooting for you'
Big Freedia received the key to the city of New Orleans at Gallier Hall Thursday, and showered Mayor LaToya Cantrell with support and admiration during a speech at the ceremony. The undisputed queen of bounce has dedicated years to introducing the globe to the raunchy lyrics and upbeat tempos of...
Baker Mayfield is surprisingly defending the Saints and the rest of the NFC South
The NFC South is a competitive division with a lot of bad blood. One of the major storylines at the end of last season was the New Orleans Saints running up the score on Atlanta Falcons because the team wanted Jamaal Williams to get a touchdown. It didn’t go over well, but who cares. New Orleans and Atlanta are rivals, and you don’t consider the opposing team’s feelings in a rivalry.
On the Cover: "Rounding the Edge"
In Alexandra Kennon Shahin’s survey of New Orleans’s experimental theater scene, Monica Harris from The NOLA Project says, “You’re just kind of deciding your own fate. You’re the master of it, and you take the resources that are around you. One of the greatest resources in this city are people, and seeing what you can create together.” This sentiment resounds throughout this year’s Performing Arts issue, which celebrates the theatrical culture of our region and the grassroots, gritty, community-centered art it inspires.
Hazmat scene at Highway 1 near Morganza Spillway
MORGANZA - Fire officials are managing a Hazmat scene on Highway 1 near the Morganza Spillway, according to the Morganza Fire Department. Fire officials say there is no threat to the public and the situation is isolated to one specific area. Officials did not identify what substance leaked or how the Hazmat scene took place.
New fire station in the works for Iowa
IOWA, La. (KPLC) - It’s a bittersweet moment for Iowa firefighters as one of their stations was demolished earlier this week. The Iowa Volunteer Fire Department Thomson Ave. Station has seen its fair share of unfortunate situations. But, Fire Chief Charlotte Lantier says the station has also seen some good times too.
Hahnville shines in marquee scrimmage matchup with St. James
Whenever you have two programs from the River Parishes meet on the playing field, you can always expect to see good, physical football. That’s exactly what was delivered Thursday when St. James and Hahnville scrimmaged in Boutte but the Tigers did most of the work. Hahnville’s first-team offense ran...
Photos: Matt's Dinner for beloved Golden Band from TigerLand
The sounds of the Golden Band from Tigerland echoed from the practice field behind the band building on Aster Street as volunteers gathered in a tent just off the edge of the field. Those volunteers sat waiting at the ready to feed the small army of the band that former member Matthew Bahlinger loved. When the time came, around 5 p.m., and in about 20 minutes all 300 plus students and band staff where fed, thanks to donations to the Matthew Bahlinger Memorial Fund and from several area businesses. The dinner is set at the end of LSU's band camp.
Residents say Tommasi landfill causing problems in the neighborhood
LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) -Residents who live near Tommasi landfill didn’t have many complaints when the facility was mostly a dirt pit. But over the years it’s grown and it could get much taller. Some residents would like to see DEQ put a stop to it. DEQ tentatively...
Saints sign pair of familiar names at LB, DT ahead of preseason finale
The New Orleans Saints executed a pair of moves Friday morning ahead of their open practice at the Caesars Superdome, bringing back a pair of familiar South Louisiana names. See more on WWL and Audacy.
VIDEO REPORT: Saints unveil new locker room as part of Caesars Superdome renovation
NEW ORLEANS — The NFL preseason is in full swing, wrapping up its second week of action Sunday night. While the regular season is still a few weeks away, there are still plenty of storylines and betting opportunities in the preseason. Every team will play its final game over...
LSU football is overrated, according to CBS Sports
LSU is coming off two successful seasons under head coach Brian Kelly, but with key players leaving the program, they face a challenging 2024 season. Despite being ranked in the top 15 by both major polls, some experts believe the Tigers may be overrated. In their SEC predictions, CBS Sports...
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