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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.
Rain chances increasing across New Orleans area next few days
NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — Residents in southeastern Louisiana can expect an uptick in rain chances this upcoming week, particularly along the coast, as a series of weather systems make their way across the Gulf of Mexico. A weak low pressure system will move through the northern Gulf on Sunday,...
Sulphur resident celebrates birthday in a special way
SULPHUR, La. (KPLC) - One Sulphur resident is going above and beyond to help those furry ones that need immediate attention. Dana Frye is celebrating her 80th birthday in a helpful way. Frye is the founder and director of LaPaw Animal Rescue in Lake Charles. All she wishes for is...
Rotary Club Clean Up Day Service
The motto of Rotary International is “Service Above Self”. With that in mind, on August 24, 2024, members of the Rotary Club of Youngsville (RCY) performed service hours by doing a Clean Up Day along East Milton Avenue (Highway 92) in Youngsville, Louisiana. RCY adopted Milton Avenue in...
Dutchtown High School announces homecoming court
The 2024 Dutchtown High School homecoming court has been announced. This year's court includes Addison Heinz, Addison Roden, Adyson Hymel, Alayna Ellis, Alise Gros, Allie Cliburn, Cadie Kusy, Charlee Bourgeois, Claire Flanagan, Emma Glaser, Jordan Hurst, Katelyn Bucci, Kendall Shank, Marlie McLellan, Moriah Thompson and Nandi Montegut.
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 […]
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...
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...
Stephen A. Smith claims Zion Williamson was ‘hiding food under his bed’ and is left shocked by his body transformation
STEPHEN A. Smith shared new info concerning NBA star Zion Williamson’s past diet struggles. The ESPN personality, 56, made the reveal after the New Orleans Pelicans big man’s latest body transformation. This week, a picture of Zion Williamson has gone viral of the 6-foot-6 two-time NBA All-Star looking slimmer than usual. Williamson’s stepfather recently revealed […]
McNeese Football Kicks Off 2024 Season Against Tarleton State on National TV
The McNeese Cowboys are all set to begin their 81st football season with a big game against the No. 21-ranked Tarleton State Texans. The game will take place in Stephenville, Texas, at Memorial Stadium, which seats 24,000 fans. Kickoff is scheduled for 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, August 24, 2024, and fans can watch it live on ESPN2 or listen on KHLA 92.1 FM.
Lafayette Power Poll: We're in an affordable housing crisis (Oh, and Kamala will win in November)
With as much as affordable housing has been in the news in Lafayette — and for all wrong reasons — this month’s Lafayette Power Poll got straight to the point. What is your opinion about the state of affordable housing in the area?. It’s a problem, they...
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...
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