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From heartbreak to Olympian: LSU gymnastics star Aleah Finnegan’s path to 2024 Paris Olympics
BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) — LSU’s Aleah Finnegan had gymnastics in her blood since she was born, with her eyes set on the Olympics for as long as she can remember. “I have been wanting to go to the Olympics since I knew what the Olympics were,” Finnegan said. “5-year-old me would have never expected that it was 2024 and not 2020, but I wouldn’t have it any other way.”
Former LSU baseball star Tommy White officially inks deal with Athletics
Tommy White made the start of his professional career official by signing with the Oakland Athletics on Tuesday. The A’s selected White out of LSU with the No. 40 overall pick earlier this month. White had the option to return, but that was always unlikely given his talent level.
Jolie Koppenol, Jamisyn Payne Win State Titles, Now in Dallas for 2024 International Competition
Two young ladies from Central have won statewide beauty titles in Louisiana and are now at the international pageant in Dallas. Jolie Koppenol, a student at Central Middle School, has been named Louisiana Miss at the state pageant. Jamisyn Payne, 5, a student at St. Alphonsus Catholic School, was chosen...
Higgins announces $3.7M for three La. airports
U.S. Congressman Clay Higgins, R-La., announced today that three airports in Louisiana’s 3rd District will receive $3,763,738 in federal funding from the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration Airport Improvement Program. Le Gros Memorial Airport will receive a $349,923 grant to install 3,725 feet of perimeter fencing and three gates, which is part of […]
Louisiana students maintain LEAP gains made over last two years
By Emily Burleigh Following two years of student proficiency growth, Louisiana students “maintained recent gains.” The Louisiana Department of Education released LEAP results for the 2023-24 school year Wednesday morning. LEAP is the state test that measures core subject proficiency. The data indicated the progress the state made in recovering COVID-19-related learning loss has plateaued. […]
Louisiana Flood Threat Elevated – ‘Next Level’ Rains Likely
This is not the news that rain-weary residents of Lake Charles, Lafayette, Alexandria, Crowley, Eunice, and Opelousas wanted to hear. The Weather Prediction Center has once again placed the rainfall "bullseye" squarely on Louisiana and southwestern Louisiana in particular for strong storms with torrential downpours between now and early Friday morning.
Nick Saban Calls Former LSU Football Star, Lafayette Native a ‘F-ing Problem’
In a recent episode of HBO's "Hard Knocks: Offseason with the New York Giants," legendary Alabama head coach Nick Saban had high praise for Malik Nabers, a former LSU standout and Lafayette native. Saban's glowing endorsement came during a conversation with Giants head coach Brian Daboll, where he described Nabers as a "f---ing problem" on the field.
One critically injured after shooting on Gus Young Avenue and North 35th Street
BATON ROUGE - One person was transported after a shooting on Gus Young Avenue and North 35th Street Thursday, according to officials. The person being transported is critically injured. No other information is available at this time.
Louisiana Man Flees Courtroom After Learning He Had Warrants, Then Beats Homeowner in Nearby Neighborhood
A 17-year-old is on the run following a wild chain of events that started in a downtown Baton Rouge courthouse on Wednesday, July 24. Baton Rouge Police said Kendrick Miller caused a police search across the downtown area when he ran away from the 19th Judicial Courthouse yesterday afternoon after learning he had active warrants.
Athletes aren't the only ones from Louisiana at the Olympics. Meet those working in Paris.
PARIS — Athletes like Sha’Carri Richardson and Mondo Duplantis aren’t the only people with Louisiana ties here for the Olympics. A host of coaches, trainers, officials and, yes, one LSU gymnast/social media superstar are also attending the Games, which officially begin Friday and run through Aug. 11.
Gregory Taylor, an Independent running for EBR Mayor-President, drops out of race; leaves 8 candidates
BATON ROUGE — Gregory Taylor, who was running as an independent for East Baton Rouge Parish mayor-president, dropped out of the race Thursday, leaving eight candidates in the running for parish leadership. Taylor, a heavy equipment mechanic with dual citizenship in the U.S. and Canada, qualified for the mayor-president's...
Amateur beekeeper studies, collects bees in hopes of starting research study at his university
BATON ROUGE — An amateur beekeeper from Baton Rouge is collecting and studying bees in hopes of starting a research study at his university. Gabriel Marable began studying and researching bees in December. It was after this that he proposed bee research to administrators at Alcorn State University in Lorman, Mississippi, which was approved in February.
LSU sends 31 current and former athletes to 2024 Paris Olympics
On Friday, the 2024 Paris Olympics will officially open, and as was the case for the 2020 Games in Tokyo, LSU is well represented. In total, 31 current and former LSU athletes — as well as men’s basketball associate head coach David Patrick, who is an assistant coach for Team Australia — will head to Paris to compete in the games.
Elite Louisiana 4-Star safety returning to Alabama this weekend
Blaine Badford confirmed with Touchdown Alabama he plans to return to visit Alabama this weekend. Bradford is a four-star defensive back out of Catholic High in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He currently garners a four-star rating and is one of the nation’s top 2026 safety prospects. The four-star prospect has...
Woman says she was kicked out of Baton Rouge restaurant due to dress code policy
BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) — A woman said she was kicked out of a restaurant in Baton Rouge because of a new dress code policy. Facebook user Miney M Mac posted videos to social media on Tuesday, July 23. It showed her in a long skirt and tube top.
This weekend in Baton Rouge: Arts For EveryBody; BROC, Rock & Wine and more events
Put your boy band knowledge to the test at DIY Disco on Friday, July 26, for Finish the Lyrics: Boy Band Trivia Night. Test your memory on featured bands the Backstreet Boys, ‘N Sync, Jonas Brothers, One Direction and more. First place will win a $50 gift card and second place will win a $20 gift card. DIY Disco trivia nights offer happy hour craft menus and a regular craft menu throughout the night.
Downtown casino withdraws application to demolish historic building
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - The Belle of Baton Rouge Casino withdrew its application to demolish a historical building in downtown Baton Rouge. The casino was looking to tear down the “Maritime II” building and create additional parking but the appeal was withdrawn before the issue made it in front of the East Baton Rouge Metro Council.
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