LOCAL
BATON ROUGE, La. – A transformative project dubbed the BR Choice Initiative is poised to breathe new life into a neglected area of East Baton Rouge Parish. The initiative, backed by a significant $30 million investment, targets North Ardenwood Drive (Smiley Heights, Melrose East) to revitalize the community and empower residents.
BUSINESS
BATON ROUGE, La. — The YMCA of the Capital Area is set to enhance its offerings with a new express location on Airline Highway. Scheduled to open soon, this 6,000-square-foot facility, located at 14241 Airline Highway, will feature an array of modern fitness amenities. Members will have access to state-of-the-art
HEALTH
BY: SARAH JANE TRIBBLE, KFF HEALTH NEWS Facing ongoing concerns about rural hospital closures, Capitol Hill lawmakers have introduced a spate of proposals to fix a federal program created to keep lifesaving services in small towns nationwide. In Anamosa, Iowa — a town of fewer than 6,000 residents located more
SPORTS
BATON ROUGE, LA — Tyeler Hawkins, the standout right fielder from Southern University Baseball hailing from Lexington, KY, has garnered well-deserved recognition. He has been named to the esteemed Black College Nines HBCU Large School Post Season Elite Team. Throughout the 2024 season, Hawkins proved himself as one of the Southwestern
SPORTS
NEW YORK — Following a thorough review, the WNBA elevated the foul committed by Chicago Sky guard Chennedy Carter against Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark to a flagrant-1 violation. The incident occurred during Saturday's matchup, where the Fever clinched a narrow 71-70 victory. Carter's action, a shoulder
LOCAL
BATON ROUGE, La. – Baton Rouge General honored cancer survivors in a heartfelt celebration on National Cancer Survivors Day. The event aimed to acknowledge survivors at every stage, whether in treatment, remission or as supportive family members. Mary Kathryn Gastinel, co-founder of the Wellness Studio, shared her poignant experience of losing
LOCAL
Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome to Deliver Inspiring Address at Baker's Annual Prayer Breakfast Baker, Louisiana – The City of Baker is excited to announce its annual Prayer Breakfast, set for Friday, June 21, 2014, at the Baker Municipal Center Auditorium. The event starts at 7:00 A.M. with
STATE
BATON ROUGE, La. — Louisiana lawmakers have passed a series of controversial auto insurance reform bills to boost market competition and reduce excessive verdicts and settlements. The legislative package, endorsed by Insurance Commissioner Tim Temple, seeks to make the state more attractive to insurers writing commercial and private auto policies. The
BATON ROUGE, La. — The Louisiana Senate passed a bill Monday granting colleges and universities greater autonomy in setting their tuition and fees. House Bill 862, introduced by Rep. Jason Hughes, D-New Orleans, allows the boards of Louisiana's four university systems to establish differential tuition rates for graduate, professional,
STATE
BATON ROUGE, La. — The conviction of former President Donald Trump on 34 counts of falsifying business records has sent shockwaves across the nation, sparking intense reactions from Louisiana's Democratic leaders. The unanimous verdict by a New York jury delivered less than 24 hours ago, has ignited fierce debate.
WASHINGTON — Jurors in New York state court found former President Donald Trump guilty on all 34 felony counts of falsifying business records to cover up hush money payments to a porn star, aimed at influencing the 2016 presidential election. The historic verdict was delivered Thursday, marking an unprecedented moment in
LOCAL
BAKER, La. — June 1 marked the beginning of the 2024 hurricane season, and officials are urging residents to prepare for potential storms that could impact Louisiana. Mayor Darnell Waites emphasized the importance of readiness, stating, "Preparation is key to ensuring the safety of our community. We must take these
STATE
BATON ROUGE, La. — Governor John Landry signed into law House Bill 173 today, which mandates a 25-foot buffer zone around working law enforcement officers. This new legislation, spearheaded by Republican Rep. Brian Fontenot of Thibodeau, aims to enhance public safety by criminalizing close proximity to officers engaged in active scenes.
LOCAL
Scotlandville, La – Years of limited access to fresh food have fueled frustration in Scotlandville, a Baton Rouge community of 15,710 residents including Southern University students. The lack of a major grocery store forces residents to travel outside the community, draining billions annually. The Scotlandville Food Access Commission (SFAC) recently
STATE
BATON ROUGE, La. — The long-standing legal battle over the incorporation of the City of St. George has reached a pivotal turning point as the Louisiana Supreme Court has ruled in favor of the initiative, clearing the way for the formation of the city. Following nearly five years of legal disputes,
STATE
Louisiana legislators are currently in deliberations over the absence of the Summer Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) Program for the upcoming summer season. The sudden cessation of the program has raised concerns about providing crucial assistance to families in need during the impending warmer months. Discussions slated for next week aim
