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
STATE
BATON ROUGE, La. - Louisiana is set to launch the SUN Bucks program this summer, providing essential grocery benefits to low-income families with school-aged children. The SUN Bucks initiative, also known as Summer EBT, aims to deliver nutritious meals to children during the summer months when schools are closed. Approximately
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
STATE
BATON ROUGE, La. — Louisiana lawmakers have passed a bill granting state and local law enforcement the authority to arrest and detain individuals who have entered the U.S. illegally. This legislation, modeled after Texas’ contentious migrant enforcement law, is anticipated to be signed by the governor in the coming days.
POLITICS
DETROIT — Donald Trump's recent visit to a Detroit church, where he sought to court African American voters amid skepticism and support, underscores a paradox in American politics: the diverse reactions among Black voters to a figure whose policies and rhetoric often diverge from their community's interests.
NATIONAL
Oklahoma's highest court has dismissed a lawsuit seeking reparations for the 1921 Tulsa race massacre, a decision that has sparked outrage among those advocating for justice for one of the most horrific events in American history. On Wednesday, the Oklahoma Supreme Court upheld a lower court's
NATIONAL
WASHINGTON — In a significant development in Louisiana’s ongoing redistricting saga, the Supreme Court on Wednesday approved the use of a new congressional map for this year’s elections, featuring two majority-Black districts. This decision comes after a contentious legal battle over the state’s district lines. The high court&
ENTERTAINMENT
NEW ORLEANS — The 2024 ESSENCE Festival of Culture is set to dazzle on Saturday night at Caesar’s Superdome with a lineup featuring music icons and rising stars. Headlining the evening is Usher, celebrating 20 years since the release of his groundbreaking album "Confessions." The Grammy-winning artist promises
ENTERTAINMENT
In a heartfelt announcement that resonated across her global fanbase, Grammy Award-winning artist India.Arie revealed her decision to step away from touring, emphasizing the need for personal healing and mental health care. The acclaimed singer-songwriter, known for her soulful melodies and unwavering authenticity, shared her intentions in an open
STATE
BATON ROUGE, La. — Southern University football enthusiasts can mark their calendars for June 10th when season tickets for the 2024 Jaguars' home games become available. Scheduled to host five games this fall at A.W. Mumford Stadium and Pete Richardson Field, Southern University is offering a streamlined ticketing process
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.
NATIONAL
Former President Donald Trump’s visit to Capitol Hill on Thursday, June 13, ignited significant backlash, with critics condemning his presence at the site of the deadly January 6, 2021, insurrection. His supporters carried out the violent attack, yet Trump has consistently refused to take responsibility for his actions that
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
BATON ROUGE, La. — A new bill proposed by Senator Regina Ashford Barrow, SB371, that would permit surgical castration for certain sex offenders has ignited intense debate within the African American community. The bill, aimed at providing an alternative punishment for those convicted of severe sexual crimes, raises profound ethical and