POLITICS
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Supreme Court is poised to decide on Monday whether former President Donald Trump possesses immunity from criminal prosecution. This landmark ruling follows a recent decision that casts doubt on charges against hundreds of January 6 rioters and Trump himself. Trump's request to the court
NATIONAL
ATLANTA — In a contentious first debate ahead of the November election, President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump clashed over key issues, with Biden often struggling to counter Trump's barrage of falsehoods regarding the economy, illegal immigration, and the January 6 Capitol insurrection. Biden's performance,
SPORTS
The Los Angeles Lakers selected Bronny James with the 55th overall pick in the second round of the 2024 NBA Draft, setting the stage for a historic father-son duo in the NBA. LeBron James now has the chance to become teammates with his oldest son, Bronny, a milestone made possible
SPORTS
BATON ROUGE, La. — Football enthusiasts and Southern University fans can now secure seats for the upcoming 2024 season as season tickets go on sale. Southern University Athletics announced the commencement of ticket sales on Monday, June 10, inviting fans to experience the excitement of Jaguar football firsthand at A.W.
STATE
BATON ROUGE, La. — Incarcerated men at Angola State Penitentiary have long been subjected to grueling field labor on the "Farm Line," enduring Louisiana's extreme heat with minimal protection or compensation. These workers toil without proper gear or pay for their first three years, later earning just
POLITICS
WASHINGTON – In a landmark decision on Friday, the U.S. Supreme Court upheld a federal law prohibiting domestic abusers from possessing firearms, reinforcing a similar Louisiana law passed in 2014. The ruling was praised by the former state legislators who championed the Louisiana measure. The decision allays concerns that Louisiana&
HEALTH
SHREVEPORT, La. — Louisiana stands out nationwide for its high incidence of oral health problems among children, according to a recent analysis by orthodontists at Celebrate Dental & Braces. Drawing from the 2021 and 2022 National Survey of Children’s Health, the study focused on children aged 1 to 17 who
Louisiana has enlisted the high-profile Washington, D.C. law firm WilmerHale to defend the Louisiana State Police (LSP) against a federal civil rights investigation, paying $1,000 an hour for their services. The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) launched the investigation into the LSP following evidence of racial discrimination
SPORTS
BATON ROUGE, La. – Angel Reese and the Chicago Sky were defeated by Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever in a thrilling matchup on Sunday, June 16. The final score was 91-83. The game, which tipped off at 11 a.m., marked the second professional showdown between Reese and Clark, adding
SPORTS
EUGENE, Ore. – Caleb Snowden, a standout athlete from the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff, delivered a stellar performance at the 2024 NCAA Outdoor Track and Field Championships, clinching third place in the high jump on Friday night at Hayward Field. Snowden's remarkable leap of 2.23 meters
SPORTS
NEW ORLEANS - Jayden Daniels has officially solidified his future with the Washington Commanders. As the second overall pick in the NFL Draft, Daniels has agreed to terms on a substantial rookie contract with the team. The contract, spanning four years, is valued at $37.75 million and is fully
STATE
BATON ROUGE, La. — After years of litigation over the state's congressional map, lawmakers have approved a new map adding a second majority-Black district. This change required one of the five Republican districts to be redrawn, and Congressman Garret Graves found his district unfavorably altered. With the new district
NATIONAL
WASHINGTON – The Biden-Harris Administration has announced a historic $16 billion investment in historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs), significantly increasing federal support for these institutions from fiscal year 2021 through current data available for FY 2024. This unprecedented financial commitment marks a substantial rise from the previously reported $7 billion.
Washington, D.C. - This week, a profound divide within the African American community was laid bare on Capitol Hill. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) delivered a powerful condemnation of Rep. Byron Donalds (R-FL) for his comments on the Jim Crow era. At the same time, rapper and entrepreneur
LOCAL
BATON ROUGE, La. – Residents and law enforcement officials gathered at Iglesia De Dios El Milagro church on June 6 to discuss rising concerns about youth crime in Baton Rouge. The ongoing "Community Conversations with Law Enforcement Officials," initiated in 2020, provided a platform for residents to voice their
BATON ROUGE, La. – Louisiana's edible hemp industry narrowly avoided a shutdown as state lawmakers chose stricter regulations over a complete dismantling. Additionally, the state shifted exclusive medical cannabis farming rights from two public universities to private companies. Stricter Hemp Regulations House Bill 952, sponsored by Rep. Dustin Miller,