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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
SPORTS
EAST BATON ROUGE PARISH, La. — The Recreation and Park Commission for the Parish of East Baton Rouge (BREC) is teaming up with the Douglas L. Williams Educational & Athletic Foundation to host the Doug Williams Football Camp. The event will take place on June 22 from 9 a.m. to
BUSINESS
BATON ROUGE, La. – East Baton Rouge Parish residents and business owners will soon benefit from a 20 percent discount on flood insurance premiums, officials announced. In a recent press release, the Office of Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome confirmed the upcoming discount. Mayor-President Broome proudly announced that East Baton Rouge Parish
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,
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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
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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
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
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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
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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
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
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
BUSINESS
BATON ROUGE, La. — The former Crestmark Bank building in Baton Rouge has been sold for $1.67 million, according to sales documents filed Wednesday with the East Baton Rouge Parish Clerk of Court. William Novak acquired the 7,200-square-foot property through Novak LA Properties LLC from BCMVM LLC, represented by
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,