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Policy changes in voting law, education, and juvenile code underscored by state reps
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS)—A group of Louisiana lawmakers wants people to be aware of the decisions being made in Baton Rouge. On Thursday, they held a public meeting at the Louisiana State Exhibit Museum to inform their constituents and lay out the changes people can expect. “There will be some...
DITR: Colten Sharp, Jena High School (Jena, Louisiana)
Colten is a a senior defensive end with the class of 2025. He is 6’2, 243 pounds and a huge addition to his team. He has racked up quite the resume in his 3 years playing for Jena. He was named to the 2022 All-District DL Second team and the was awarded first team all district in 2023. Also in 2023 he was awarded All-Cenla Honorable Mention, Jena Giant Award, and the LSL All-State Second team. He went on to say how in the 2023 season, him and his team took the Giants to the third round of playoffs. This is the furthest they have gotten in school history. Last season he has 32 solo tackles, 31 tackles with assist, 8 TFL and 3 sacks. He currently has an offer to Louisiana Christian University.
Facing $15 million deficit, UNO will cut positions, lay off staff and close buildings
Faced with a $15 million deficit brought on by years of declining enrollment, University of New Orleans president Kathy Johnson issued a tall order to administrators this spring: Cut each school's budget by 15%, and slash the athletic department's by 25%. Enrollment at UNO has plummeted over the past two...
Tiger backup quarterback named latest LSU football “Freak of the Week”
With fall camp being just around the corner, LSU football most recently named backup quarterback Rickie Collins as the latest “Freak of the Week,” honoring his efforts throughout summer conditioning. LSU football backup quarterback Rickie Collins honored as latest “Freak of the Week”. The future is bright...
Passenger Rail to the Beach from Louisiana – Big News Revealed
The last time a train left the city of New Orleans, Louisiana heading eastward toward stops in Mississippi, Alabama, and Florida was during the month of August 2005. We know that because that service was suspended during the final days of August 2005 when Hurricane Katrina roared ashore, wrecked tracks, mangled bridges, and basically left all of the Gulf South in a major state of disrepair.
A Favorite Louisiana Airline Announces Major Change to Boarding Procedure
A popular airline that many in Louisiana love to use when traveling is breaking a 50-year tradition when it comes to boarding the plane. Southwest Airlines announced on Thursday that they are breaking away from the tradition of allowing passengers to sit where they want and will even now offer premium seating.
Louisiana Democrats endorse Fields for new majority-Black congressional district
BATON ROUGE, La. (Louisiana Illuminator) – The Louisiana Democratic State Central Committee voted Saturday to formalize its support for state Sen. Cleo Fields, D-Baton Rouge, in his bid to return to congress in the state’s new majority-Black 6th Congressional District. Fields got the state party’s official nod alongside...
Oldest Woman In the U.S. Was Born in Lousiana
Elizabeth Francis has received the title of the "Oldest Person in the U.S." as she is now 115 years old according to KALB. Francis celebrated her latest birthday on Thursday, July 25. Francis lives with her 94-year-old daughter in Houston, Texas, but she is a Louisiana native. Francis was born...
Bark beetles threaten homes and lives in the Ark La Miss area
WEST MONROE, La. (KTVE / KARD)–Louisiana residents are facing a major public safety concern: lots of dead pine trees caused by last summer’s drought and hungry beetles. Home owners are reaching out to lawmakers for guidance and financial help to remove trees from their yards. Laura Sims is an assistant professor for forest health at […]
12-year-old boy’s wish comes true after he meets Duck Commander cast
MONROE, La. (KNOE) - A 12-year-old boy’s wish came true when he met the cast of Duck Commander. Josh and his family kicked off the special day with a tour of the Duck Commander warehouse. While there, Josh was gifted a few “swag items” from the team. He also...
Ruston’s quarterback Josh Brantley has settled in with his commitment to Tulane
Heading into the 2024 Louisiana high school football season, the Ruston High Bearcats are one of several teams with a bulls-eye on their backs. That’s because coach Jerrod Baugh’s team won the LHSAA Non-Select Division I state title last season behind talented quarterback Josh Brantley and are early favorites to repeat their 14-0...
Shooting in Bossier City leaves man dead
BOSSIER CITY, La. (KSLA) - One man is dead after a shooting Saturday evening (July 27). Officers with Bossier City Police Department received a call about shots fire at 7:18 p.m. According to officials, the first officer arrived on scene at 1656 E. Texas Street at 7:20 p.m. and found a victim that had been shot in the chest. He was transported to Ochsner LSU by the Bossier City Fire Department, where he succumbed to his injuries.
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