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,
STATE
BATON ROUGE, La. — Gov. Jeff Landry signed a bill Wednesday requiring transgender individuals in Louisiana to use bathrooms and other public facilities that correspond with their sex assigned at birth, regardless of their gender identity. The legislation, known as HB608, will take effect on August 1. Authored by Rep. Roger
STATE
WASHINGTON — House Speaker Mike Johnson's endorsement of Baton Rouge Rep. Garret Graves for reelection in Louisiana’s newly redrawn 6th Congressional District is raising concerns among African American voters. This move, seen by many as a maneuver to maintain Republican control, comes as the district’s demographics shift
STATE
BATON ROUGE, La. — Governor Jeff Landry signed a bill into law Friday, making Louisiana the first state to classify two abortion-inducing medications as controlled substances. The bill, SB 276, received support from anti-abortion groups but faced opposition from many doctors who worried it could hinder timely medical treatment. The legislation,
LOCAL
WEST BATON ROUGE, LA — The recent rain and windstorms that inflicted significant damage on West Baton Rouge and surrounding parishes underscore the urgency of preparing for what experts predict will be an exceptionally active hurricane season. Beginning June 1, the 2024 hurricane season is forecasted to be one of the
SPORTS
DALLAS, TX – Larry Allen, a former All-Pro offensive lineman, passed away on Sunday while vacationing with his family in Mexico, the Dallas Cowboys announced in a statement on Monday. He was 52 years old. Drafted in the second round of the 1994 NFL Draft, Allen quickly became known for his
SPORTS
College football on ESPN platforms promises an unparalleled lineup of marquee rivalries, non-conference showcases, conference championship contests, and comprehensive postseason coverage in 2024. ESPN will broadcast approximately 1,000 regular-season games across its platforms. For the second straight year, the Cricket MEAC/SWAC Challenge Kickoff between Florida A&M