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Tangipahoa Parish Jail inmates earn special housing after completing Freedom Behind Bars class

AMITE — Four inmates at the Tangipahoa Parish Jail celebrated the completion of a group therapy-type course, according to the Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office. The Freedom Behind Bars class, led by Wytisha Williams with WLW Restoring and Healing Hearts, aims at empowering people with an understanding of the behaviors associated with various mental health challenges. The goal of the program is to help inmates minimize conflict while incarcerated, as well as reduce recidivism once they are released.

Tangipahoa Parish, LA · 5h
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Driver arrested on vehicular homicide charges after fatal multi-vehicle crash on I-12

LIVINGSTON — An Amite City driver faces multiple charges, including two counts of vehicular homicide, following a Friday night multi-vehicle crash on I-12 that left two Ohio residents dead. According to Louisiana State Police, troopers responded to the crash around 11:20 p.m. on November 6 along I-12 eastbound near...

Amite City, LA · 1d
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Couple Found Shot to Death Inside Their Covington Area Home, Coroner Confirms

Two Dead After Shooting Inside Covington Home as Neighbors Left Shaken A family member went to check on a couple. […] This article originally appeared on BuildLikeNew.com — visit us for more home security guides.

Covington, LA · 1d

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Livingston Parish man sentenced to 25 years and chemical castration

A Maurepas man will undergo chemical castration as part of his sentence following his guilty plea in a child sexual battery case.

Livingston Parish, LA · 2d

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2 charged after drug investigation tied to East Baton Rouge, Livingston parishes

Two people were arrested following an investigation into an alleged drug trafficker.

Livingston Parish, LA · 2d

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Blake Pontchartrain: History of the Hammond Balloon Festival

I saw a poster in a consignment shop for the 1981 Hammond Balloon Festival. It says it was the “third annual,” but what can you tell me about its history? Is there still such an event?. The Hammond Balloon Festival was introduced to the Tangipahoa Parish city in...

Hammond, LA · 1d

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Hammond Scam Victim Gets $20,000 Back After Officials Intercept NY-Bound Package

Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office — Helped Intercept Scam Package. A Tangipahoa Parish resident is getting her $20,000 back after officials intercepted a package of cash she had mailed to New York following a scam phone call earlier in the week. The package, seized in Hammond before it could reach its destination, was carrying the full $20,000 in cash the resident had sent after a caller convinced her something was wrong with her PayPal account.

Tangipahoa Parish, LA · 2d

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Train traffic through town of Livingston expected to increase through next several weeks

LIVINGSTON — Train traffic through the town of Livingston is expected to increase over the next several weeks, local police said Friday. The increase in traffic is due to maintenance on connecting railroads. The maintenance is scheduled to last around six weeks.

Livingston, LA · 2d

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Owner of Camellia Brand Beans has Covington home with farm animals, casual hosting space

As the fourth-generation owner of Louisiana staple Camellia Brand Beans, Vince Hayward wanted to convince his would-be bride from Pennsylvania to move to Covington, where he owned land. In order to make it worth her while, he needed chickens. “That’s exactly what I told him,” said Carole Fisher, a native...

Covington, LA · 1d

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A senior RB took over in the second half of the Covington-St. Paul’s rivalry

The play perfectly encapsulated the impact of Covington running back Rodney Clark. Tied with crosstown rival St. Paul’s, the senior took the handoff near the goal line, hoping to regain the lead in the fourth quarter. But the Wolves’ nose guard met Clark in the backfield as he was receiving the handoff.

Covington, LA · 1d

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Dr. Danielle Mumford joins North Oaks Orthopedic Specialty Center in Hammond

HAMMOND — North Oaks Health is proud to welcome fellowship-trained hand surgeon Danielle Mumford, MD, to the team at North Oaks Orthopedic Specialty Center in Hammond. She is accepting new patients, ages 12 and up. Dr. Mumford specializes in hand, wrist and upper extremity care. She provides treatment for...

Hammond, LA · 12h

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Federales Fest 2026: Outlaw Country, Cold Drinks, and Live Music Return to Live Oak

Get ready for an unforgettable day of music and family fun as Federales Fest returns for its fourth annual event. Taking place today at Live Oak Arabians in Livingston Parish, this year’s festival promises a killer lineup of outlaw country, rock and roll, and Americana. Gates open at 3:00...

Livingston Parish, LA · 2d

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Mandeville leaned on its offensive line to close out its perfect regular season

It all led to this for the Mandeville High football team. The Skippers used a balanced offense and a stifling defense to defeat Fontainebleau 28-10 on Nov. 6, capping off a perfect 10-0 regular-season season. Mandeville finished as the undefeated District 6-5A champions and is expected to be the top...

Mandeville, LA · 1d

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Better Baby Contest Celebrates 2026 Winners

Young contestants charm judges during beloved Washington Parish Fair tradition SPECIAL TO THE DAILY NEWS The 2026 Washington Parish Free Fair Better Baby Contest was held Tuesday, Oct. 20, at the […]

Franklinton, LA · 2d

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NAMI Southeast Louisiana says it faces uncertain fate on Safe Haven campus in Mandeville

After two decades of providing free mental health services on the northshore, NAMI Southeast Louisiana’s director says the organization faces an uncertain future, as St. Tammany Parish is now asking the nonprofit to pay rent for the first time. Since 2015, the parish and NAMI have had an agreement...

Mandeville, LA · 2d

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Veterans Day Celebrations Planned Across Capital Region

Veterans Day celebrations will be happening across the Capital Region. On Saturday, Walker will hold its Veterans Day Parade. It will step off at 10 a.m. at Walker High School. After the parade, there will be a lunch served for veterans and parade participants at the Walker Community Center at 11:30 a.m.

Baton Rouge, LA · 2d

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Prairieville-Franklinton winner clinches victory with unusual score

With the game on the line in the closing seconds, Prairieville High School turned to quarterback Skyler Kelly to make the game-winning play, and he came through with a touchdown on a play that caught everyone off guard. Kelly lined up wide and went to the end zone where he...

Prairieville, LA · 1d

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St. Tammany Parish budget hearing sparks emotional debate over mental health services

A public hearing on St. Tammany Parish’s proposed budget Thursday night sparked emotional exchanges as community members and mental health advocates voiced concerns about potential impacts on nonprofit services. The National Alliance on Mental Illness Southeast Louisiana warned that the budget could force them to leave their location at...

St Tammany Parish, LA · 2d

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Columbia Theatre presents "A Christmas Carol"

HAMMOND – Southeastern Louisiana University’s Columbia Theatre for the Performing Arts is presenting “A Christmas Carol” by Charles Dickens, adapted for the stage by Tommy Jamerson. Performances are at 7 p.m. Nov. 13 and 20, and at 2 p.m. Nov. 14, 15, and 21 at Columbia...

Hammond, LA · 12h