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Photos: LSU gymnastics returns to campus after securing national title in Dallas: Members of the LSU gymnastics team return to campus Sunday, April 21, 2024 ...
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New restaurant with live entertainment coming to the Mall of Louisiana: A new restaurant that will offer Southern cuisine and live entertainment in a “grown and ...
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New restaurant with live entertainment coming to the Mall of Louisiana
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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.
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Photos: Firefighters descend with Old Glory during training exercise Thursday: Firefighters with the Baton Rouge Fire Department secure a 12’ x 8’ American Flag ...
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April 2024 full moon rises soon. But why is it called the 'pink moon'?: April 2024's full moon will rise Tuesday evening, April 23, at 7:49 p.m. EDT.
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April 2024 full moon rises soon. But why is it called the 'pink moon'?
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Study links petrochemical plants in Louisiana to premature and low-weight births: About a fifth of America’s petrochemical production is concentrated on a ...
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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 ...
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See what business is relocating to the I-10, Siegen Lane intersection
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Can LSU baseball still make the NCAA tournament? Here's how it's still possible: Here's how LSU baseball can make the NCAA Tournament, including where it is in ...
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Can LSU baseball still make the NCAA tournament? Here's how it's still ...
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Good Samaritans, a smashed window and CPR: How a life was saved on the Causeway: Shortly after the van rolled to a stop in the left lane of the Lake ...
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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 ...
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A long-time coming, Tsunami at Highland is open: Here's a first look
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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 ...
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Photos: Eucharistic Procession in Diversion Canal: The First Annual Eucharistic Procession in Diversion Canal in Ascension/Livingston Parish on April 20, 2024.
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Photos: Eucharistic Procession in Diversion Canal
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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.
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Biden administration resumes deportation flights to Haiti amid ongoing violence: After halting a Feb. 29 deportation flight to Haiti after armed violence broke ...
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Quick Glance: US Deports Haitians Amid Violence and Instability
  • Despite the increase in deadly gang violence and widespread instability in Haiti, the United States has deported dozens of Haitian citizens back to their country on a deportation flight.

  • The flight, which departed from Louisiana and made a stop in Miami, Florida, was the first deportation flight to Haiti since January.

  • Following the assassination of President Jovenel Moise in July 2021, Haiti has faced widespread gang violence in recent years.

  • Pressure is mounting on the United States to halt deportations to Haiti amid the crisis and extend the TPS program for Haiti.
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Pink sinks $16.6m into city’s coffers: Pink's acrobatic Dunedin show last month has hit new heights for adding dosh to the city ...
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Pink sinks $16.6m into city’s coffers
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When it comes to the Blues Fest, new director already 'knew the lay of the land': It's showtime for Lauren Lambert-Tompkins.
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Photos: Nussmeier Shines In LSU's National L Club Spring Game: Garrett Nussmeier threw two touchdowns and Kaleb Jackson rushed for one during LSU's National L ...
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Photos: Nussmeier Shines In LSU's National L Club Spring Game
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What can I bring with me to 2024 New Orleans Jazz Fest? Here are the rules.: You don't have to have a clear bag, but there are rules on what you can bring to ...
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What can I bring with me to 2024 New Orleans Jazz Fest? Here are the rules ...
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Republican AGs attack Biden’s EPA for pursuing environmental discrimination cases
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Heinz and Mattel join forces to create pink ‘Barbiecue’ sauce: A limited run of 5,000 bottles will be available initially and will coincide with the 65th ...
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Heinz and Mattel join forces to create pink ‘Barbiecue’ sauce
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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 ...
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Mike Johnson Warns Marjorie Taylor Greene May Cause 'Chaos'
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.