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President of The University of Louisiana Trolls Basketball Attendance During Press Conference

The Ragin Cajuns have a new Men's Basketball coach and during the introductory press conference, Dr. Savoie joked about the size of Coach White's family in attendance.

Lafayette, LA · 2025-03-18

Shreveport Times | The Times

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Louisiana has the distinction of having the largest bald cypress tree. Here's where it stands

Bald cypress trees are native to North America, and are typically found within a range spanning from the Southern U.S. to the southern tip of Illinois. This type of tree is known for being as resilient as it is large, since it can adapt to a wide variety of soil types, no matter if the conditions are wet, dry or swampy. In relation to this, the largest bald cypress tree in the U.S. can be found right here in Louisiana. Largest bald cypress tree in the U.S. can be found in Louisiana The largest bald cypress tree in the...

Louisiana · 2025-03-18

Louisiana Illuminator

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As Louisiana is set to resume executions, these 56 people are on death row

Louisiana is scheduled to carry out its first execution in 15 years this week, barring a last-minute reprieve from the U.S. Supreme Court. Jessie Hoffman faces the death penalty for the 1996 rape and murder of Mary “Molly” Elliot, 29, in St. Tammany Parish. He would become the first person Louisiana has put to death […]

Louisiana · 2025-03-17

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Columbia University student says his detention is indicative of anti-Palestinian racism in US

NEW YORK (AP) — A Columbia University student arrested and threatened with deportation for his role in campus protests against Israel gave his first public statement Tuesday, saying that his detention is indicative of “anti-Palestinian racism” demonstrated by both the Trump and Biden administrations. In a letter dictated from a Louisiana immigration lockup and released by his attorney, the student, Mahmoud Khalil, said he is being targeted as part of a larger effort to repress Palestinian voices. “My unjust detention is indicative of the anti-Palestinian racism that both the Biden and Trump administrations have demonstrated over the past 16 months as the U.S. has continued to supply Israel with weapons to kill Palestinians and prevented international intervention,” he said. “For decades, anti-Palestinian racism has driven efforts to expand U.S. laws and practices that are used to violently repress Palestinians, Arab Americans, and other communities. That is precisely why I am being targeted.”

Louisiana · 2025-03-18

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Texas Man Sentenced to 25 Years for Multi-State RV and Boat Loan Fraud Scheme

The Tarrant County District Attorney's Office recently acknowledged the North Richland Police Department's diligence in a notable fraud case that concluded with a 25-year prison sentence for Matthew Mixon. In a scam that preyed on over 70 individuals and a financial institution, Mixon maneuvered nearly $600,000 to fuel his gambling issues, using his company, Straight Financing, Inc., as the front for his illicit operations. The company was involved in the processing of loans for RVs and boats, an operation which Mixon failed to see through to the end.

Tarrant County, TX · 2025-03-17

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Entergy CEO said $10 billion Meta deal 'changed the narrative' of Louisiana

After luring Meta’s largest data center to Richland Parish, the CEO of Entergy Louisiana said Monday the state is poised to take advantage of economic opportunities driven by the push for artificial intelligence and renewable energy. “We can't really name who is out there, but the Meta announcement created...

Louisiana · 2025-03-17

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Gov. Jeff Landry signs 'Gulf of America' executive order for Louisiana government

Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry has signed an executive order directing state agencies, boards and officers to change "Gulf of Mexico" references to "Gulf of America" on all published materials moving forward. References must also be changed to "Gulf of America" in the Louisiana Administrative Code, a publication that serves as...

Louisiana · 2025-03-17

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Lafayette Drivers Say These Are the 10 Worst Intersections for Red Light Runners

LAFAYETTE, La. – If you feel like red lights in Lafayette are just a suggestion to some drivers, you're not alone. Following the Lafayette Police Department’s launch of a 30-day Red Light Awareness campaign, local residents didn’t hold back when we asked them to name the worst intersections for red-light runners.

Lafayette, LA · 2025-03-17

KLFY News 10

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Two people injured in Duson shooting; arrests made

Two people were injured in a shooting on First Street in Duson, Louisiana, and 18-year-old Marcelle Boutin and 20-year-old Preston Nation have been arrested in connection to the incident.

Duson, LA · 2025-03-17

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Annie Spell to Take Louisiana House District 45 Seat Without an Election

LAFAYETTE, La. (KPEL News) - Over the past few years, Louisiana voters have seen their fair share of heated elections. Some races have been routine, while others have stirred controversy. Lafayette Parish residents were particularly engaged in the recent special election for the District 23 State Senate seat in February,...

Lafayette, LA · 2025-03-17

CAJUN RADIO 1290AM

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Louisiana Reacts to First Tropical Disturbance of 2025, Months Before Start of Hurricane Season

LAFAYETTE, La. – It’s only March, but the National Hurricane Center has already issued its first special tropical weather outlook of the year—sparking reactions and raising eyebrows across Louisiana. On Monday, the NHC identified a non-tropical area of low pressure about 700 miles northeast of the northern...

Louisiana · 2025-03-17

WDHN

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Tornado captured on video in Louisiana

Video of a tornado that struck Kentwood on Saturday, March 15, has been shared with WGNO.

Kentwood, LA · 2025-03-16

KLFY News 10

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16th Judicial District Attorney Bo Duhe’ passes away

Martin Bofill Duhè, the 16th Judicial District Attorney of Iberia Parish, has passed away, leaving behind a legacy of justice and service.

Iberia Parish, LA · 2025-03-16

KLFY News 10

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Suspect in Mamou Mardi Gras shooting moved to Evangeline Parish

The man accused of the mass shooting on Mardi Gras in Mamou has been moved to the Evangeline Parish Jail to face charges.

Evangeline Parish, LA · 2025-03-17

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Lafayette Parish School Board President Britt Latiolais Issues Statement on Auditor’s Report and Media Coverage

LAFAYETTE, LA (Mar. 17, 2025) – As members of the Lafayette Parish School Board, we are disappointed by the final report issued by an external auditor, as well as the resulting media coverage. Clarification on Elevator Repairs (Finding 2024-007) The definitions applied by the auditors regarding the elevator repairs...

Lafayette Parish, LA · 2025-03-17

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See Inside Of Louisiana’s Newest Cajun Restaurant & Dance Hall

Louisiana is known for its Cajun cuisine and people from all over the world come to the South Louisiana area to try it out. Whether it's a gumbo, boiled crawfish, shrimp, etouffee, or many other dishes we are known for, people flock to a great Cajun restaurant to try it out.

Ragley, LA · 2025-03-17