Chicago Sky select LSU women's hoops star Angel Reese with No. 7 pick in WNBA draft
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/sports/lsu/chicago-sky-select-lsus-angel-reese-with-no7-pick/article_a0cd9c1e-6e61-57e2-be3d-a2d394f25bc0.html
Eric Green, UL professor slain in triple homicide, remembered as ‘dollop of sunshine’
theadvocate.com/acadiana/news/crime_police/eric-green-slain-ul-professor-remembered/article_60cde4fe-fdc8-11ee-9418-b35832d5f2f4.html
Do well in class, stay home on Fridays: A Louisiana high school tries a new motivational tactic
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/news/education/louisiana-school-district-to-let-kids-stay-home-on-fridays/article_4ab199dc-fcd2-11ee-84bf-4be07141feb2.html
LSU's Angel Reese explains why she's dropping 'Bayou Barbie' as she heads to WNBA
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/sports/lsu/lsus-angel-reese-dropping-bayou-barbie-nickname-in-wnba/article_3fba81a8-b55f-594e-a0df-fef5cc91c2e7.html
Here's where projections say LSU's Angel Reese will be selected in the WNBA draft
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/sports/lsu/where-lsus-angel-reese-is-projected-to-go-in-wnba-draft/article_df26f918-798e-5b5c-9810-1eea14a2b34b.html
Quick Glance: Caitlin Clark's Eventful WNBA Draft Week
- Caitlin Clark, the NCAA Division I all-time leading scorer, had a whirlwind week before the WNBA Draft, signaling just the beginning of her promising career.
- From the national championship to "SNL" to the Empire State Building and the draft, Clark is celebrated as one of the most sought-after and scrutinized rookies in the WNBA.
- After a series of events within eight days, including appearances on "Saturday Night Live", meetings, and honors, Clark looks forward to starting her professional career with the Indiana Fever.
- With a 190 percent increase in ticket prices and a massive fan response upon her arrival at the Fever, Clark and the team have high hopes for a successful season and a return to the playoffs.
LSU softball pitcher Kelley Lynch throws no-hitter on day that was already special to her
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/sports/lsu/lsus-kelley-lynch-throws-no-hitter-vs-auburn-softball-team/article_25c99692-3b6c-57f6-9e4a-2aa4eab9ac49.html
What's next for bustling New Orleans airport? A 21st Century rail link, leaders say.
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/news/business/new-orleans-new-airport-wins-fans-leaders-want-rail-link/article_89700498-4643-563b-9720-247ad829435a.html
LSU's Angel Reese to begin new chapter of basketball career in Monday's WNBA draft
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/sports/lsu/wnba-draft-lsus-angel-reese-to-begin-new-chapter-of-career/article_e563e919-86f7-513f-b784-7b861e3314ad.html
Dad runs Boston Marathon in memory of 3 slain children: Patrick Clancy's wife is charged in connection with their children's deaths.
goodmorningamerica.com/family/story/dad-runs-boston-marathon-memory-3-slain-children-109309024
Best intentions: LSU begins pursuit of long sought NCAA gymnastics title in semifinals
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/sports/lsu/lsu-gymnastics-begins-pursuit-of-ncaa-title-in-semifinals/article_1575de2e-80ce-5840-a396-68855349d70a.html
Los Angeles Lakers edge past the New Orleans Pelicans in ‘gritty’ win to punch NBA Playoffs ticket
cnn.com/2024/04/17/sport/lakers-pelicans-nba-playin-spt-intl/
Quick Glance: Key Insights from Lakers vs. Pelicans Play-In Game
- After Zion Williamson exited due to an injury and scoring 40 points, the Lakers won and secured the 7th seed.
- The Lakers will face the Denver Nuggets in the first round of the playoffs, while the Pelicans will play the Kings for the 8th seed.
- Zion Williamson delivered an impressive performance before his injury, and the Lakers clinched a crucial three-pointer courtesy of D'Angelo Russell.
- The Pelicans struggled with their identity, and the Lakers displayed weaknesses in their game, leading to uncertainties ahead of their matchup against Denver.
Baton Rouge developing City-Parish Chatbot to help improve website experience using AI
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/news/baton-rouge-developing-city-parish-chatbot-using-ai/article_964f3a14-fcd4-11ee-a437-d722a7f0b85e.html
Zion Williamson in his FIRST EVER post season game
40 points
11 rebounds
5 assists
Did everything he could 🫡
(🎥 @Digits3App )
Manuel Rocha, a former US ambassador, sentenced to 15 years for serving as secret agent for Cuba
apnews.com/article/manuel-rocha-spy-cuba-guilty-plea-8fd30500f4588129a195daaf2d720c13
Quick Glance: Former US Ambassador Sentenced for Spying for Cuba
- Former US ambassador Manuel Rocha was sentenced to 15 years in prison after admitting to working as a secret agent for Cuba for decades.
- Rocha accepted the penalty and paid a $500,000 fine after pleading guilty to acting on behalf of a foreign government.
- The swift criminal case avoided a trial that would have revealed the extent of Rocha's assistance to Cuba while working for the US State Department for twenty years.
- The sophistication of Cuban intelligence services was highlighted as Rocha's double-crossing went undetected for years, demonstrating his secret meetings with Cuban operatives and provision of false information to US officials.
He has an old soul, but Nicholas Palmer, the new chef at Beausoleil, is young, very young.
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/entertainment_life/food_restaurants/he-has-an-old-soul-but-nicholas-palmer-the-new-chef-at-beausoleil-is-young-very-young/article_c3c0462e-fad0-11ee-9611-bbcb1b3892e8.html
Minor league soccer, baseball? Big changes considered for Baton Rouge's Memorial Stadium.
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/news/politics/memorial-stadium-in-baton-rouge-could-get-minor-league-teams/article_5479e156-fb5e-11ee-8de0-23df32e2d812.html
Baton Rouge rapper NBA YoungBoy arrested in Utah on drug, weapon counts, records show
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/news/crime_police/nba-youngboy-arrested-in-utah-on-drugs-weapons-counts/article_ee9970e4-fcbc-11ee-a611-c731db83598b.html
Breaking: Zion Williamson is out for Friday’s play-in tournament elimination game vs. Sacramento with a left hamstring injury and will be evaluated again in ... Show more
Photos: Firefighters descend with Old Glory during training exercise Thursday: Firefighters with the Baton Rouge Fire Department secure a 12’ x 8’ American Flag ...
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/multimedia/photos/photos-firefighters-descend-with-old-glory-during-training-exercise-thursday/collection_f9bf69bc-fdb4-11ee-8932-9b816a45844f.html
Republicans Want to Take Away Child Workers' Lunch Breaks: A bill being considered in the Louisiana legislature was proposed by a local Republican lawmaker.
newsweek.com/republicans-child-workers-lunch-break-louisiana-1891929
LSU's Kim Mulkey details rocky year in emotional speech. 'Most of you don’t know who I am.'
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/sports/lsu/lsus-kim-mulkey-details-rocky-year-in-emotional-speech/article_7106e5b7-85f2-56f1-a584-09e2005346bb.html
Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic is eager to return home before Game 1 starts. The Nuggets will host the winner of Tuesday's play-in game between the Los ... Show more
Talking Business: Drago's Owner Tommy Cvitanovich on why the Zurich Classic is so important to the community
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/news/business/dragos-owner-talks-importance-of-zurich-classic/article_037877fb-cc74-5659-8358-844aa6ffafe5.html
Disney shocks the Dooky Chase family at their New Orleans restaurant. Here's the big news.
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/entertainment_life/disney-to-fly-chase-family-to-first-day-of-tiana-exhibit/article_be42c9b8-9d55-5c71-b8c4-21c8a8565d85.html
District meet was a stepping stone for two of Baton Rouge's top Class 4A performers
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/sports/high_schools/tristen-harris-aaryonna-kinchen-set-tone-at-6-4a-meet/article_58e9b65c-fd35-11ee-9da5-cb74c42c4c3c.html
Late Tennessee homer deflates LSU's hopes of victory in series finale in Knoxville
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/sports/lsu/lsu-baseball-tennessee-loss-series-finale-sweep-nate-ackenhausen/article_b395ff51-03a0-5b5e-95f0-aa0fadd3a2b9.html
Breaking from routine with a mini sabbatical or 'adult gap year' can be rejuvenating
apnews.com/article/mini-sabbaticals-adult-gap-year-03a5110c587c619300bac601c8d6b933
Study links petrochemical plants in Louisiana to premature and low-weight births: About a fifth of America’s petrochemical production is concentrated on a ...
pbs.org/newshour/show/study-links-petrochemical-plants-in-louisiana-to-premature-and-low-weight-births
Scott Rabalais: Kim Mulkey gets lots of criticism, but this was unfair. She deserves an apology.
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/sports/lsu/kim-mulkey-endures-criticism-on-the-home-front-over-anthem/article_afd6ce66-7c55-5456-8794-9495bc3383fe.html
The Supreme Court Made It Almost Impossible to Organize Protests in Three States: The Supreme Court declined to intervene in a lawsuit pertaining to protest ...
rollingstone.com/politics/politics-news/supreme-court-mckesson-protests-texas-louisiana-mississippi-1235004967/
Quick Glance: US Supreme Court ruling against Black Lives Matter activist's appeal regarding protest incident
- The US Supreme Court allowed a lawsuit by a Louisiana police officer against a Black Lives Matter activist, potentially impacting future public demonstrations.
- DeRay Mckesson was represented by attorneys, including those from the American Civil Liberties Union.
- The decision of the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals could set a precedent for lawsuits against protest leaders based on the actions of participants.
- The legal dispute arose from a protest in Baton Rouge in 2016 following the police intervention against Alton Sterling, a black man.
Jeff Landry: Here's what my position on LSU and the national anthem really means: Recently, many have misconstrued my comments in the media regarding the ...
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/opinion/louisiana-governor-jeff-landry-shares-his-stance-on-lsu-and-national-anthem/article_0897313f-919b-56c3-81f8-4fdc66c47675.html
Louisiana native and ex-CNN anchor Don Lemon marries longtime sweetheart in New York City
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/entertainment_life/louisiana-native-ex-cnn-anchor-don-lemon-married-in-nyc/article_ea09c72e-63b7-53d7-9abc-c6899f3145b2.html
New Orleans area singers on 'The Voice' belted 90s country ballads. They were 'Knockouts.'
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/entertainment_life/the-voice-karen-waldrup-zoe-levert/article_27d15438-17f4-5c87-a68b-573eff1a4d9b.html
Marc Broussard's tour adds shows in Lafayette, New Orleans and Baton Rouge this fall
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/entertainment_life/music/marc-broussards-tour-adds-3-louisiana-shows-this-fall/article_219d9334-fb38-11ee-bdb2-73a67361c777.html
Climate Change Is Already Forcing People From Their Homes: The complex, contradictory and heartbreaking process of American climate migration is underway.
propublica.org/article/climate-migration-louisiana-slidell-flooding
Here's where projections say LSU's Angel Reese will be selected in the WNBA draft
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/sports/lsu/where-lsus-angel-reese-is-projected-to-go-in-wnba-draft/article_df26f918-798e-5b5c-9810-1eea14a2b34b.html
A long-time coming, Tsunami at Highland is open: Here's a first look: After a long way, the new Tsunami restaurant at Highland is finally open ...
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/entertainment_life/a-long-time-coming-tsunami-at-highland-is-open-heres-a-first-look/article_2de32e6c-f8f2-11ee-a487-d7c616682eb6.html
Top employees at Louisiana environmental agency resign in clash with leader, an ex-Trump official
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/news/environment/turmoil-louisiana-deq-new-leader-ex-trump-official/article_6c43c7a4-47e3-56f8-8f51-feeb883e6c49.html
After the 'Country' concert rocked at Lamar-Dixon, extended closures for new roundabouts began
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/news/business/road-closures-begin-for-new-la-30-roundabouts-in-gonzales/article_d1b3184e-fb4b-11ee-b054-5b143b0ce9fd.html
Why KJ Johnson, the LSU gymnastics 'spark plug,' now competes with more confidence
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/sports/lsu/why-lsus-kj-johnson-is-competing-with-more-confidence/article_7e97f01b-bf2b-5946-8d3d-701dc53ce286.html
Louisiana lawmakers vote to remove lunch breaks for child workers, cut unemployment benefits
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/news/politics/legislature/la-lawmakers-vote-to-remove-lunch-breaks-for-child-workers/article_6b9cdec6-e88b-5807-964d-c73d26acac40.html
“We're one of the teams that dominates the paint night in and night out, we have a physical force in Zion... It just seems like we're not getting those calls ... Show more @PelsFilmRoom
'Right to birth control' bill stalls in Legislature after pushback from conservative lobbying groups
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/news/politics/birth-control-bill-louisiana-legislature-stalled-amid-pushback/article_867b18d1-02a5-541f-b115-17725cdadf70.html
New EPA rule says 200 US chemical plants must reduce toxic emissions that are likely to cause cancer
apnews.com/article/epa-chemical-pollution-cancer-environmental-justice-louisiana-3207b752c9e0e9d6e3e7e715be92e8eb
Quick Glance: New EPA Rule Mandates 218 US Chemical Plants to Reduce Toxic Emissions
- A new rule from the Environmental Protection Agency will require over 200 chemical plants nationwide to reduce toxic emissions likely to cause cancer. This rule advances President Joe Biden's commitment to environmental justice by providing crucial health protections for communities burdened by industrial pollution from ethylene oxide, chloroprene, and other dangerous chemicals.
- The rule will significantly decrease emissions of chloroprene and other pollutants, impacting the Denka Performance Elastomer facility in LaPlace, Louisiana, the largest source of chloroprene emissions in the country. Democratic Representative Troy Carter hailed the new rule as "a monumental step" to safeguard public health and the environment.
- The EPA will cut over 6,200 tons of toxic air pollutants annually and implement fenceline monitoring to address health risks in surrounding communities, promoting environmental justice in Louisiana and other states. Environmental activists see the rule as a victory for environmental justice, representing a significant step towards clean air and safe communities.
- Focusing on toxic emissions, the rule provides protection for communities that have suffered from underregulated emissions. The introduction of fenceline monitoring for six toxic air pollutants is crucial for ensuring accountability and transparency. This rule marks a significant stride towards a more just and equitable environmental protection framework.
Baton Rouge man accused of sexually assaulting woman with a blowtorch arrested in Shreveport
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/news/crime_police/baton-rouge-man-accused-of-assault-with-blowtorch-arrested/article_ca8c29b4-fb5c-11ee-9708-ff73411b6f96.html
LSU's offense looked explosive in spring game, but will the defense be a problem again?
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/sports/lsu/lsu-offense-looks-explosive-but-will-defense-be-a-problem/article_41dcc725-3297-5285-a157-2f5ec7ca5a54.html
BR Ballet's directors take final bows, retiring from nearly 50 year careers after 'Cinderella'
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/entertainment_life/baton-rouge-ballet-directors-take-final-bows-this-weekend/article_46f8f5a8-f80c-11ee-aca2-8b185afd8247.html
See what business is relocating to the I-10, Siegen Lane intersection: M&L Industries is expanding its Baton Rouge operations and moving to a higher profile ...
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/news/business/see-what-business-is-relocating-to-i-10siegen-lane/article_a595a1bc-fc3d-11ee-8e5e-8ba3c5e10d86.html
Biden administration resumes deportation flights to Haiti amid ongoing violence: After halting a Feb. 29 deportation flight to Haiti after armed violence broke ...
miamiherald.com/news/nation-world/world/americas/haiti/article287796370.html
LeBron James' triple-double lifts Lakers over Pelicans and into a play-in rematch with New Orleans
apnews.com/article/lakers-pelicans-score-594fe66dd780753cd4649b5005af3a76
Footage captures the aftermath of tornadoes in the South after a storm system brought a severe weather outbreak to the region ... Show more abcnews.go.com/US/schools-close-louisiana-severe-weather-tornadoes-threaten-south/story
NFL Draft profile: Should the Saints replace WR Michael Thomas with LSU's Brian Thomas?
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/sports/saints/could-saints-reach-for-lsu-wr-brian-thomas-in-nfl-draft/article_c3b3898a-5cc3-5c34-9d68-95970bbe13ba.html
Mass shooting outside New Orleans nightclub leaves 1 dead, 11 injured: A mass shooting near a nightclub in New Orleans on Sunday night left one woman dead and 11 ...
nbcnews.com/news/us-news/mass-shooting-new-orleans-nightclub-leaves-1-dead-11-injured-rcna147867
Clarence 'Frogman' Henry, New Orleans R&B singer, dies at 87: New Orleans R&B singer Clarence “Frogman” Henry has died at age 87. In 1956, he recorded “Ain’t Got ...
apnews.com/article/clarence-frogman-henry-new-orleans-death-jazz-0639787cb13a8dbd5a71faed8c67a6a4
Two perfect 10s from Haleigh Bryant propels LSU to NCAA regional gymnastics title
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/sports/lsu/haleigh-bryant-has-two-10s-lsu-wins-gymnastics-regional/article_6cf1ed36-908c-5085-a0b1-7dab6b9b4c17.html
Payback time: Kings beat Warriors in play-in tournament to set up showdown with Pelicans
sacbee.com/sports/nba/sacramento-kings/article287740515.html
Quick Glance: Kings-Warriors: Coach Kerr Endorses NBA Play-In
- Coach Steve Kerr supports the NBA play-in tournament for adding excitement to the season.
- The play-in format provided a lifeline for the Kings and Warriors, who wouldn't have made the playoffs in the old system.
- The Kings face challenges due to injuries to key players, while Coach Brown praises the Warriors' core players.
- Brown highlights the impact of Chris Paul and his greatness in the NBA.
Nine foster children sue Louisiana's child welfare agency over failures to find safe homes
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/news/courts/nine-foster-children-sue-louisianas-child-welfare-system/article_214ff8ee-f751-11ee-a799-fbe08eb7c774.html
Report: Multiple Lakers front office members raved about Gabe Vincent’s impact during play-in game
lakersdaily.com/report-multiple-lakers-front-office-members-raved-about-gabe-vincents-impact-during-play-in-game/
Kurtenbach: The Warriors ran into a big man and their biggest problem: The Dubs can't beat top teams and that seems like a pretty significant problem ...
mercurynews.com/2024/04/13/kurtenbach-the-warriors-ran-into-a-big-man-and-their-biggest-problem/
LSU beats UNO after home runs from Brady Neal, Hayden Travinski and Jared Jones: LSU baseball took down New Orleans at Alex Box Stadium on Tuesday ahead of its ...
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/sports/lsu/lsu-baseball-new-orleans-win-brady-neal-jay-johnson/article_1bf86db3-5520-58ab-ae4a-4ee849e6381b.html
Mike Johnson Warns Marjorie Taylor Greene May Cause 'Chaos': The Louisiana Republican responds to Greene's threats of a motion to vacate and says it could harm ...
newsweek.com/mike-johnson-marjorie-taylor-greene-chaos-motion-vacate-1889033
Quick Glance: Focus on Support for Israel and Ukraine by Mike Johnson
- House Speaker Mike Johnson is heavily advocating for support for Israel and Ukraine while trying to push a national security package through the House.
- Johnson faces the challenge of juggling the Republican Party's divided support for Kyiv's defense while feeling the pressure to pass a comprehensive aid package for U.S. allies.
- In his quest to find ways to promote funding for Ukraine, Johnson is engaging in discussions with the White House and former president Donald Trump. The divisive dynamic within the party and the urgency of the situation in Ukraine present a significant challenge for Johnson.
- Johnson must craft a package that includes some policy wins for Republicans while also gaining Democratic approval. Despite concerns from some progressive Democrats regarding support for Israel, most Democratic lawmakers have rallied behind the Senate-passed package.
New Black congressional district in Louisiana bows to politics, not race, backers say
apnews.com/article/louisiana-majority-black-congressional-district-9bc7cd70ec42384e659cebc16aa1d331
Republican AGs attack Biden’s EPA for pursuing environmental discrimination cases
orlandosentinel.com/2024/04/17/republican-ags-attack-bidens-epa-for-pursuing-environmental-discrimination-cases/
In latest attack on ‘critical race theory,' Louisiana GOP tries to limit school lessons on racism
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/news/education/louisiana-gop-crt-racism-bill/article_82145d7a-84a4-5db8-a96f-1fd0af6d62d5.html
Zion Williamson tonight:
40 Points
11 Rebounds
5 Assists
63% FG
Best game of his career in his first postseason game, hope the injury is nothing serious. 🙏
Zion Williamson rejects LeBron James at the rim. James responds on the other end.
This. Game 🍿
🎥 @NBA t.co/WhZCIBjHyK
Man arrested in Sycamore Street shooting that left one dead, girl injured: Baton Rouge police have arrested Terrell Walker, 21, in connection to Friday's ...
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/news/crime_police/man-arrested-in-sycamore-street-shooting-that-left-one-dead-girl-injured/article_228395e4-fc39-11ee-a2af-27f67af7706c.html
Inside LSU’s plan to make sure Harold Perkins clicks at inside linebacker this time
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/sports/lsu/lsus-harold-perkins-addresses-skepticism-with-return-to-ilb/article_6158f1d3-0dfa-57ed-a604-58e56755ed2e.html
An LSU tight end has decided to enter the transfer portal after one season: LSU football tight end Connor Gilbreath has decided to enter the transfer portal.
nola.com/sports/lsu/lsu-tight-end-connor-gilbreath-enters-transfer-portal/article_ac5e0b94-fcf4-11ee-a794-cbcbde823761.html
LeBron James and the Lakers sneak into NBA playoffs with win over New Orleans: The Los Angeles team will face the defending champion Denver Nuggets on Saturday ...
english.elpais.com/sports/2024-04-17/lebron-james-and-the-lakers-sneak-into-nba-playoffs-with-win-over-new-orleans.html
GOP State AGs Ask EPA to 'Eviscerate' Crucial Environmental Justice Tool: "Many of the states that have signed the petition have historically allowed these ...
commondreams.org/news/gop-epa-title-vi
When it comes to the Blues Fest, new director already 'knew the lay of the land': It's showtime for Lauren Lambert-Tompkins.
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/entertainment_life/music/new-director-ready-for-baton-rouge-blues-fest-weekend/article_d355ce3e-fb51-11ee-877b-67c5edca9ec5.html
Summer food aid for hungry children likely to get funding despite Jeff Landry's concerns
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/news/politics/jeff-landry-louisiana-summer-food-program-for-poor-children/article_2e9308c7-00df-5541-a1e1-1b38976c4511.html
Provisions that limit Social Security retirement benefits in Louisiana would prove costly
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/news/politics/rescinding-social-security-provisions-will-be-costly/article_35cfb56e-8f14-5289-b35d-e81089f800dc.html
This 'haunted' Louisiana plantation is featured in a new Netflix docuseries. How to watch.
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/entertainment_life/louisianas-myrtles-plantation-is-featured-in-new-netflix-docuseries/article_c8782fb9-4e98-5f1f-8267-cb5bef7a4584.html
See the food lineup for Baton Rouge Blues Festival and other insider news: Bon Vivant
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/entertainment_life/food_restaurants/new-in-the-baton-rouge-food-scene-april-17-to-24/article_074c810c-f8f4-11ee-8ded-4f789251d451.html
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