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Giovanni rose to prominence during the Black Arts Movement, highlighting Black resilience and tragedies like Emmett Till’s lynching, MLK's assassination, and the 1963 Birmingham church bombing.
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The new station, equipped with three ambulance bays, will also help redistribute EMS resources.
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BATON ROUGE, La. — East Baton Rouge Parish Mayor-President-elect Sid Edwards unveiled the members of his Win EBR Transition Team, a diverse group of local leaders tasked with preparing policy and staffing recommendations as he prepares to take office on January 2, 2025. Edwards, who will become the 20th Mayor-President of
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Act 259, passed this year and signed by Gov. Jeff Landry, criminalizes approaching within 25 feet of an officer after being told to step back. Critics argue it could suppress journalists and the public.
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Lawmakers cite national security concerns as the driving force behind the legislation, pointing to fears that the Chinese government could access U.S. user data. TikTok, however, contends that the ban violates free speech protections and continues to challenge the law in court
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NEW ORLEANS — Congressman Troy Carter of Louisiana has been elected First Vice-Chair of the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC), marking a significant step in his leadership within the influential organization. With the CBC entering its 119th Congress on January 3, Carter’s election comes as the caucus reaches a historic high
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BATON ROUGE — Baton Rouge Community College (BRCC) hosted a special evening reception at its Mid City campus to celebrate the flourishing partnership with East Baton Rouge Parish Schools, a collaboration that is helping shape brighter futures for local students. Chancellor Dr. Willie E. Smith welcomed East Baton Rouge Parish School
BATON ROUGE, La. – The battle for the mayoral seat in East Baton Rouge Parish is shaping up to be a fierce contest between incumbent Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome and former state representative Ted James. As the race intensifies, both candidates have emerged as the clear front-runners in a crowded field
As of Monday, August 4, the buzz was that Harris had narrowed her choices to Walz and Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro. The shortlist included prominent figures like Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg and Arizona Senator Mark Kelly.
The Amazon facility is already playing a crucial role in revitalizing a key area of the community, fostering prosperity through the Cortana Economic Development District and the Florida Corridor Master Plan.
Carpenter, along with Dr. Smith, underscored the importance of community involvement in the democratic process. "We need everyone to be involved in shaping our future," Carpenter urged.
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BATON ROUGE, La. — Coach Sid Edwards defied the odds to win the race for East Baton Rouge Mayor-President, delivering a message of unity and change to voters across the parish. Emphasizing his deep connection to the community and faith-driven approach, Edwards described the campaign as “a movement, not just a
BATON ROUGE, La. — Sharon Weston Broome, Baton Rouge’s first female mayor-president, graciously conceded the mayoral race Saturday night, closing a transformative chapter in the city’s history. Broome’s leadership since 2017 brought resilience during challenging times and set a foundation for continued growth and progress. public transportation expansion,
BATON ROUGE, La. — Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry signed a major tax overhaul into law on Thursday, cutting income and corporate taxes while increasing the state sales tax. This new tax law is expected to benefit Louisiana residents, businesses, and the state economy. During a ceremony with lawmakers at the Louisiana
BAKER, La. — A judge issued a temporary restraining order Friday in favor of Impact Charter School, preventing the Louisiana Department of Education and the Board of Elementary and Secondary Education (BESE) from delaying the school’s charter renewal process. The school’s attorney, Ron Haley, argued that Impact met all
BATON ROUGE — The University Lakes restoration project is reshaping some of Baton Rouge's most treasured landmarks, with work on City Park Lake and Lake Erie already showing visible improvements. An open house held by the project team provided residents with updates on the initiative’s progress and plans
BATON ROUGE, La. — Facing ongoing transportation challenges, the East Baton Rouge Parish School Board is considering a temporary partnership with First Student, a private bus company, to address critical driver shortages and strained bus routes across the district. The school board discussed the proposal Thursday night, signaling hope for a
The renovation of the Historic Prince Hall Masonic Temple will create 46 mixed-income units. As part of a broader initiative to expand affordable housing, the project underscores Baton Rouge’s commitment to revitalizing historic landmarks and fostering community stability.
BATON ROUGE, La. — The East Baton Rouge Metro Council is on the brink of change, with voters in District 2 set to elect a new representative on Dec. 7. This race isn’t just about leadership—it’s a contest of ideas and priorities, and what the future holds for
NEW ORLEANS — Braving cold temperatures and hard ground, Congressman Troy Carter and dozens of volunteers recently spent a night outdoors at the Covenant House New Orleans to raise awareness and funds for the city’s homeless population. The event, part of Covenant House's annual "Sleep Out"
BATON ROUGE, La. – As the Capital Area Transit System (CATS) faces the December 31 expiration of its contract with the Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU) 1546, union president George DeCuir has issued a stark warning: if their demands are not met, operations could grind to a halt. “We don’t want
BATON ROUGE, La. — Following a drive-by shooting that injured three children in North Baton Rouge on Wednesday, local coach and community leader Sid Edwards voiced frustration and urgency, calling for an end to the violence plaguing the city. 0:00 /0:34 1× “This is a regular occurrence,” Edwards said,
Smith’s platform centers on fairness, accountability, and tangible progress. He is determined to secure essential resources, create opportunities, and fight for equitable representation for District 1.