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- "The First 48" to follow New Orleans Police homicide detectives May 25, 2013
- Pissing on DHS May 25, 2013
- Adam Kokesh released from Philadelphia jail May 25, 2013
- Karl Rove: Holder Lied Under Oath May 24, 2013
- Future of 10M pounds of M6 at Camp Minden unknown May 24, 2013
- LUSFiber Reveals Market Share + Offers Gigabit Connection Speed – Lafayette Live May 24, 2013
- Boy Scouts vote to allow gay youths to join May 24, 2013
- 30 years of time-lapse satellite images show coastal Louisiana wasting away May 23, 2013
- Adam Kokesh Charged with Felony Assault on Federal Officer May 23, 2013
- They died as they lived, by the gun | Bonnie and Clyde May 23, 2013
- Anthony Weiner’s Political Ad – What He’s Really Trying to Say May 23, 2013
- Three Suspects Arrested In Case Of Carjacked Judge May 23, 2013
- Obama administration confirms that four Americans have been killed in U.S. drone strikes since 2009 May 23, 2013
- Watch: Swarming Termites on TV May 23, 2013
- Al-Qaeda-inspired Islamist terrorists slaughtered soldier 'like a piece of meat’ in brutal murder May 23, 2013
- NRA loses concealed carry appeal in 5th Circuit Court of Appeals | #Louisiana May 22, 2013
- Letter to the Editor: Column was misguided | Loyola Maroon May 22, 2013
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- Students Recount Experience During Oklahoma Tornado May 22, 2013
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- Space Age Gateway to New Atlantis Attraction Takes Shape May 25, 2013
- How Earth Would Look if It Had Saturn’s Rings May 25, 2013
- Flying car for the masses set for take-off May 24, 2013
- Microraptor – Flying Dinosaur – Planet Dinosaur – BBC May 24, 2013
- Europe’s Very Large Telescope’s Greatest Hits | Video May 23, 2013
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- Liam Payne thanks fans after One Direction's Where We Are stadium tour sells out in minutes: 'I'm never going to sleep again' May 25, 2013
- Tom Cruise drops out of Man from U.N.C.L.E to focus on Mission Impossible 5 May 25, 2013
- How Ron Jeremy, Anti-Porn XXXchurch Pastor Became Friends May 25, 2013
- Man steals car from Captain America set May 25, 2013
- Musical Floppy Drives – Computerphile May 24, 2013
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- Man tries to set the mailman on fire May 25, 2013
- Suffolk mom sentenced to month in jail after mooning bus full of kids May 24, 2013
- Zimmerman attys release new Trayvon Martin photos and texts May 24, 2013
- The Resident: NYC sued over NYPD’s Operation Lucky Bag May 23, 2013
- Police Gone WILD! – Women & Children Held At Gun Point – 19 Cars Stopped May 23, 2013
KALB Alexandria
- Vernon Parish Sheriff's Dept is hunting for bank robber May 25, 2013
  New Llano, La. (KALB News Channel 5) Around 4 p.m. on May 23, a call came in to the Veron Parish Sheriff's office that an armed robber was at the Vernon Bank South Branch.
- Tornado Relief Efforts in Cenla May 24, 2013
  ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - The devastating Tornados in Oklahoma may ruin homes, but they bring out the best in neighbors. News Channel 5's Matt Jordan explores how folks in Cenla are giving to those in need.
- Man accused of running meth lab out of his home May 24, 2013
  ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - On May 23, deputies from Rapides Parish received information from the Grant Parish Sheriff's office that Michael Proveaux was allegedly manufacturing methamphetamine.
- Boy Scouts approve plan to accept openly gay boys May 24, 2013
  By DAVID CRARY and NOMAAN MERCHANTAssociated Press GRAPEVINE, Texas (AP) - After lengthy and wrenching debate, local leaders of the Boy Scouts of America have voted to open their ranks to openly gay
- San Antonio flooding kills 1, 200-plus rescued May 26, 2013
  SAN ANTONIO (AP) — The San Antonio Fire Department says it's rescued more than 200 people from homes and cars amid flooding that killed at least one person.
- 1976 Apple computer sells for $668,000 May 26, 2013
  BERLIN (AP) — An auctioneer says one of Apple's first computers — a functioning 1976 model — has been sold for a record $668,000.
- Alexandria Museum offers free admission to soldiers May 26, 2013
  ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) –The Alexandria Museum of Art at 933 Second St. announces that it will participate in the Blue Star Museums.
- Director Roman Polanski says leveling of sexes is "idiotic" May 25, 2013
  CANNES, France (AP) — Roman Polanski says the birth control pill has had a "masculinizing" effect on women and that the leveling of the sexes is "idiotic".
- 3 men arrested in murder case of soldier May 25, 2013
  LONDON (AP) — Police investigating the killing of a soldier who was run over by attackers then butchered by knives, arrested three more men in the murder investigation Saturday.
- 7 hurt when trains collide in Mo. May 25, 2013
  CHAFFEE, Mo. (AP) — The National Transportation Safety Board has launched an investigation into the cause of a cargo train collision in Missouri.
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The Town Talk Alexandria
- Overpass collapses when trains collide in Missouri; 7 hurt May 25, 2013
  Seven people were injured early Saturday in southeastern Missouri after two freight trains collided, taking out a nearby overpass.
- After vote to allow homosexual members, Scouts face more turmoil May 25, 2013
  The Boy Scouts of America will get no reprieve from controversy after Thursday's contentious vote to accept openly homosexual boys as Scouts.
- Louisiana among states that got suspect medicine from Tennessee firm May 25, 2013
  NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Six months after state officials found multiple violations at a West Tennessee compounding pharmacy but did not shut it down, the pharmacy is the apparent source of infections in two states.
- Police: Father of John Curtis Christian football player kills him, then self May 25, 2013
  NEW ORLEANS -- People who knew Mark Tarto struggled to understand Friday why he would kill his only child, Matthew, 16, and then himself in the rented River Ridge home they shared, just blocks from where the teenager was a student athlete at John Curtis Christian School.
- Louisiana will scale back Course Choice program May 25, 2013
  The 870 Louisiana students who have enrolled in a new program known as Course Choice - and any others who are interested - will have to re-enroll if they want to take courses not currently provided by their public schools.
- Journalist and author Haynes Johnson dies at 81 May 25, 2013
  WASHINGTON - When Haynes Johnson visited Selma, Ala., months after a civil rights crisis there gripped the nation, he wrote in The Washington Evening Star that he'd found "no discernible change in the racial climate of the city." When it came to employment, housing or education, blacks had made no real gains.
- Booze ruse: N.J. eatery subs rubbing alcohol for scotch May 25, 2013
  On the hunt for cheap booze - or worse - investigators fanned out around the state ordering drinks at restaurants and bars.
- Bridge collapse in Washington points to larger problem May 25, 2013
  The trucker was hauling a load of drilling equipment when his load bumped against the steel framework over an Interstate 5 bridge. He looked in his rearview mirror and watched in horror as the span collapsed into the water behind him.
- La. senators urged to keep funding education, health care May 25, 2013
  People who rely on the state for health care and education pleaded Friday with senators to keep those programs off the chopping block in next year's $25 billion budget, in what has become an annual struggle to stave off cuts to services amid the state's financial problems.
- A year later, Lafayette remembers slain bicyclist May 25, 2013
  LAFAYETTE - The photos of Mickey Shunick sit in the offices of Lafayette Police Chief Jim Craft and Det. Stephen Bajat. The details of the case - the daily routine of the Shunick task force, the way they learned of Shunick's disappearance a year ago - are still fresh in their minds.
Leesville Daily Leader
- Safe boating week underway May 23, 2013
  The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) will again be reminding all boaters to be safe, responsible, and knowledgeable while on the water during this safe boating week.
- Leesville water lines project set to begin in June May 17, 2013
  Leesville Mayor C. Robert Rose has announced the beginning phases of a $4.8 million project to repair water line leaks throughout the city is expected to begin in early June.
- Third Circuit Court of Appeals denies rehearing request May 17, 2013
  The State of Louisiana's Third Circuit Court of Appeals in Lake Charles denied a rehearing filed by the City of Leesville concerning former Chief of Police Bobby Hickman on May 15.
- Relay for Life Friday May 17 at Vernon Parish Fairgrounds May 15, 2013
  The American Cancer Society hosts the Relay for Life of Vernon Parish each year to raise awareness about cancer.This year's event will begin at 6 p.m. on Friday, May 17 at the Vernon Parish Fairgrounds.Teams will set up camp sites until midnight, each with the goal of keeping a person on the track at all times.Relay for Life brings together people from […]
- City recognizes James Turner May 15, 2013
  Mayor Robert Rose presented James Turner with an award for his service to the Leesville community at the City Council meeting May 13. Turner is a retired landscape architect, artist, illustrator, author, and teacher. Turner has worked on many local projects including the Polk Theatre, neckdown project, and Main Street. He is a great supporter of local arts, […]
Daily World Opelousas
- Parish wants trail rides preserved May 24, 2013
  Officials and trail ride sponsors will be meeting today in an effort to see what can be done to preserve the tradition.
- Local officers help kick off state's Special Olympics May 24, 2013
  Scores of police officers from throughout the area came together in Opelousas Thursday for the annual Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics.
- Parish LEAP, iLEAP scores remain the same May 24, 2013
  St. Landry Parish's third- through eighth-graders did not improve upon last year's LEAP scores, but they didn't regress either.
- Tips sought on recent thefts of 4-wheelers May 24, 2013
  Police are asking for the public's help to solve a recent wave of all-terrain vehicle thefts from the Eunice area.
- Eunice police arrest 3 women for drugs May 24, 2013
  Police arrested three Eunice women on drug charges in two unrelated incidents Tuesday.
KTBS Shreveport
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KTAL Shreveport
- Miracles for Josh and Friends hosts 2nd Annual Walk May 25, 2013
  Shreveport resident, Josh Lesniewski, suffered a traumatic brain and spinal cord injury in June 2011.
- Store clerk recovers after being stabbed by robber May 25, 2013
  A store clerk is recovering from injuries after being stabbed during an armed robbery Friday afternoon.
- Bossier Police investigate fatal stabbing May 25, 2013
  Bossier City police are investigating an overnight stabbing at a local motel that left one man dead and another behind bars.
- Red Cross needs more volunteers with healthcare expertise May 24, 2013
  The Red Cross is in need of more volunteers with health care expertise. The Northwest Louisiana Chapter held an orientation for health care professionals interested in assisting in disaster zones Friday afternoon.
- Money Makers--Waves and Mudbugs... May 24, 2013
  Both events happening at the same time...no accident. A perfect combo.
KSLA Shreveport
- Man arrested in fatal Bossier City stabbing May 25, 2013
  Bossier City police are investigating an overnight stabbing at a local motel that left one man dead and another jailed on a murder charge.
- Louisiana surrogate pregnancy bill stirs controversy May 25, 2013
  A bill looking to set legal guidelines the surrogate process is stirring up controversy. Both liberal and conservative groups, are against the bill.
- SPD: Store clerk stabbed during robbery May 25, 2013
  A store clerk is recovering from injuries after being stabbed during an armed robbery at a local discount store Friday afternoon.
- Bossier Police nab suspect in Barksdale Annex homicide case May 25, 2013
  Detectives with the Bossier City Police Department's Violent Crimes Unit on Friday arrested the suspect in the May 5 drive-by shooting death of 20-year old Devonte Demarcus English.
- Lower gas prices might not mean more Memorial Day motorists May 25, 2013
  Gas prices might be lower this Memorial Day than they were last year, but ArkLaTex motorists say they still are not encouraged to drive more this weekend.
Houma Today
- Store owner, 84, remembered for strong reputation' May 26, 2013
  Roy Callahan, 84, the owner of Houma's Feed and Seed on La. 24, worked at the store even on some of his last days on Earth, his son said.
- Pool tournament pays tribute to local player May 25, 2013
  Dozens of pool players are in Houma this weekend to compete in the High Tide Bar & Billiards 16th annual Dalton Bourg Memorial 8-Ball Tournament.
- Lawmakers aim to block rising flood insurance rates May 25, 2013
  Last week saw a blitz of legislation from local lawmakers seeking to delay flood insurance reforms that are expected to significantly increase the cost of premiums in coastal communities.
- Lock project moves to design phase May 25, 2013
  A $500 million lock on the Houma Navigation Canal is one of several restoration projects with a big price tag the state plans to make shovel ready in preparation for billions of dollars in oil-spill fine money.
- Local activist donates pet-adoption center May 25, 2013
  An animal rights activist is footing the bill to have a new pet-adoption center built on her property in east Houma.
KNOE Monroe
- Remembering a key Civil War battle May 26, 2013
  VICKSBURG, Miss. (KNOE 8 News) - Thousands gather Saturday to remember a key battle in the Civil War.
- One dies in Texas flood May 26, 2013
  SAN ANTONIO, Tx. (KNOE 8 News) - Downpours in Texas have caused flash flooding in some parts of the state. The severe weather claimed the life of one person.
- Police: Man puts hand around woman's neck, arrested May 26, 2013
  MONROE, La. (KNOE 8 News) - Police respond to a domestic dispute which landed one man behind bars.
- Road to Recovery: Volunteers from abroad helping tornado victims May 26, 2013
  MOORE, Ok. (KNOE 8 News) - Not only are Americans reaching out to help Oklahoma tornado victims, but people from overseas are stepping in to provide any assistance. They're speaking to our Mark Boyle.
- Northeast Louisiana Veterans' Home honors Memorial Day May 25, 2013
  MONROE, La. (KNOE 8 News) - It's Memorial Day Weekend and for those who served our country and their families, it's more than just a time for barbeques and a day off from work.
KATC Lafayette
- FAU Advances To First Ever SBC Title Game May 25, 2013
  LAFAYETTE, La. - Fourth-seeded Florida Atlantic became the first team in the 2013 Sun Belt Conference Baseball Tournament to punch its ticket to Sunday's Championship with a 5-4 win over eighth-seeded and upset-minded Arkansas State.FAU (38-20) won its tenth consecutive game but it was not without a scare. Up 5-2 heading into the top of the ninth inning […]
- Tournament Domination Continues, UL Advances to Finals May 25, 2013
  LAFAYETTE - The Ragin' Cajuns baseball team advanced to Championship Sunday in the 2013 Sun Belt Conference Tournament at M.L. "Tigue" Moore Field with a 12-2 run-rule victory over South Alabama in a bracket final contest here Saturday afternoon. Louisiana (41-17) scored multiple runs in four of the first five innings in cruising past the Jagu […]
- LSU Advances to SEC Title Game With 3-1 Win Over Arkansas May 25, 2013
  HOOVER, Ala. -- The LSU pitching staff held No. 12 Arkansas to one hit in a 3-1 SEC Tournament semifinal victory Saturday at Hoover Metropolitan Stadium. The second-ranked Tigers improved to 51-9 on the season, and advance to the SEC Tournament Championship Game on Sunday against the winner of the semi-final matchup between Mississippi State and Vanderbilt. […]
- Deschamp Lifts LSUE To World Series Opener Win 4-3 May 25, 2013
  The LSU Eunice baseball team won its opening game of the 2013 NJCAA Division II World Series in dramatic fashion Saturday morning, coming from behind for a 4-3 victory over Lackawanna College capped off by Garrett Deschamp's walk-off single in the bottom of the ninth inning.The Bengals (49-8) saw the ninth inning open with a single from Buddy McCoy, bef […]
- Eunice Police Investigating an Armed Robbery May 25, 2013
  Eunice Police are currently investigating an armed robbery at Bayou Gold Casino in Eunice. Police say, a suspect has been taken into custody after a brief chase. More information will be provided as it becomes available. No injuries to anyone at the casino.
The Advertiser Lafayette
- Local spelling champ has eyes on prize May 25, 2013
  Damien Handy Jr. is ready for prime time.
- Suicide attempt injures man, infant May 25, 2013
  A New Iberia man who was apparently trying to kill himself Friday morning veered into oncoming traffic and crashed into a vehicle that was carrying a 6-month-old infant and the child's father, according to the Iberia Parish Sheriff's Office.
- Course Choice students to re-enroll after court's ruling May 25, 2013
  The 870 Louisiana students who have enrolled in a new program known as Course Choice — and any others who are interested — will have to re-enroll if they want to take courses not currently provided by their public schools.
- State sales tax holiday on storm goods is this weekend May 25, 2013
  Acadiana shoppers preparing for the hurricane season can breeze through area hardware stores this weekend without paying state sales tax. But not all merchants are sure that shoppers will storm their doors.
- Lafayette Diocese to ordain 8 into transitional diaconate May 25, 2013
  Seven men will be ordained today to the transitional diaconate — and another man will be ordained in the fall — by Bishop Michael Jarrell of the Diocese of Lafayette.
KLFY Lafayette
- Youngsville Sports Complex Bidding May 24, 2013
  Bidding for the long-awaited Youngsville multipurpose sports complex is scheduled to take place in October. Some of the funding for the project is coming from a 1-cent sales tax voters approved in 2011.
- Tax free hurricane supplies May 24, 2013
  Retailers will have lots of sales this weekend to help you save money on your hurricane gear.
- Arrest Made in Branch Shooting May 24, 2013
  An arrest has been made in the Branch area shooting that left one person dead and two others hospitalized.
- ACA and PASA unite as one May 24, 2013
  Lafayette, LA --The Acadiana Center for the Arts and Performing Arts Society of Acadiana will move forward as a joint organization. The merging of AcA and PASA combines 25 years of PASA' presenting experience
- Kountry Bunnies trial ride cancled May 24, 2013
  The Kountry Bunnies trial ride, planned for this weekend in Leonville, has been completely called off by the head of the group.
Ruston Daily Leader
- Observing Memorial Day May 24, 2013
  Various services, events to fill weekend T. Scott Boatright Leader photo by T. SCOTT BOATRIGHT Flags already adorned graves of veterans at Grambling Memorial Gardens early Friday morning in advance of the weekend’s start of Memorial Day activities. The colors of spring will take on a red, white and blue tint this weekend as Memorial Day celebrations are set […]
- Sparta fracking May 24, 2013
  D’Arbonne commission questions contract wisdom Brianna Arrington — The Farmerville Gazette Southwestern Energy’s decision to enter into a contract to use water from the Sparta Aquifer to frack its wells has stirred controversy. D’Arbonne Lake Watershed Commission president Steve Cagle said he is dumbfounded as to why Southwestern did not finalize a contract […]
- Annual Barrel Race rolls in Saturday May 24, 2013
  Lacey Sharp Leader file photo Claudia Booker, a member of the D’Arbonne Range Riders, rounds a barrel at a previous function at the North Louisiana Exhibition Center. DDR will host its 16th annual Memorial Day Weekend Barrel Race from Saturday through Monday at the Expo Center. Horses will be rounding barrels this weekend as the D’Arbonne Range Riders will h […]
- Municipal Pool opens Saturday May 24, 2013
  Leader file photo The Ruston Parks and Recreation Department’s Municipal Pool opens for the summer from 1-4 p.m. Saturday. Hours of operation will be from 1-5 p.m. Monday-Saturday through July 26. For more information, call 255-5800. Full text of this article is available to subscribers only. Login if you are already a subscriber. If you are not a subscriber […]
- Storm sirens help save lives May 24, 2013
  Rick Hohlt It could happen here. The kind of tornado that devastated Moore, Okla., is unlikely to happen here because we’re a little off the beaten path of Tornado Alley, the section of the U.S. where the strongest tornadoes like that Category F4 twister hit. But our area has seen destructive tornadoes before, and we will again. And fortunately, like the res […]
The News Star Monroe
- School reforms take their toll May 25, 2013
  When Kathy Hart began her teaching career at Logtown School more than 43 years ago, teachers had to wear dresses, hose and heels to work. Her classroom was a temporary one in the school's gymnasium.
- Vidrine contract approved 7-0 May 25, 2013
  The Monroe City School Board unanimously approved a contract for its new superintendent, Brent Vidrine, on Friday.
- ULM gearing up for orientation program May 25, 2013
  In a little more than a week, the University of Louisiana at Monroe will begin ushering in its incoming freshmen and helping them acclimate to college life.
- RiverMarket features health and fitness May 25, 2013
  St. Francis Medical Center and YMCA of Northeast Louisiana have teamed up with the Downtown RiverMarket to present the group's annual health and fitness day during the market's hours Saturday.
- Course Choice students must re-enroll May 25, 2013
  The 870 students who have enrolled in a new program known as Course Choice and any others who are interested will have to re-enroll if they want to take courses not currently provided by their public schools.
American Press Lake Charles
- Tigers advance to SEC tournament title game May 25, 2013
  HOOVER, Ala. (AP) — Hunter Newman and four relievers combined on a one-hitter to lead LSU to a 3-1 victory over Arkansas on Saturday and advance to the Southeastern Conference tournament championship game. Christian Ibarra went 3-for-4 with a pair of doubles and two RBIs for LSU (51-9), which will seek its 10th SEC tournament title and its first since 2010 a […]
- After voucher ruling, online course plan pared May 25, 2013
  BATON ROUGE (AP) — A state program to offer public school students online courses provided by colleges or private companies is being scaled back. The "Course Choice" online program was approved last year as part of the legislation that expanded the state's voucher program, which pays private school tuition for some students from poorly perform […]
- Termite swarms expected to last another week in Lake Area May 25, 2013
  The swarm of termites in Southwest Louisiana should last about one more week and is not any worse than previous years, according to Jimmy Meaux, county agent for the LSU AgCenter in Calcasieu Parish. Meaux said Friday that the swarming season usually lasts two to three weeks, and that some areas could have worse swarms than others. He said termites are more […]
- Click It or Ticket campaign used to promote seatbelt usage May 25, 2013
  Because people often have the misconception that driving or riding in a truck is safer than in a car, occupants often believe they don’t have to wear seatbelts, a state police spokesman said. Pickup truck are twice as likely to roll over than cars, Sgt. James Anderson, Troop D spokesman, said. “People think they’re safe if they’re in trucks, when really it’s […]
- Memorial Day events scheduled for Southwest Louisiana May 25, 2013
  Memorial Day weekend is here and there are several events being held all over Southwest Louisiana to commemorate the holiday. The American Press will have reporters and photographs out at many of the events so check back later for stories and photos. If your event does not appear in this list, please email Online Editor Michael Cooper at mcooper@americanpres […]
The Advocate Baton Rouge
- Deputies to question potential witnesses in Clinton shootings May 25, 2013
  Sat, 25 May 2013 17:29:27Advocate staff reportCLINTON — East Feliciana Parish sheriff’s deputies investigating a Friday shoot-out that left one man dead and another critically wounded plan to question some potential witnesses through the holiday weekend, a spokesman for Sheriff Talmadge Bunch sa...
- 1 dead, 1 wounded in East Feliciana shooting May 25, 2013
  Sat, 25 May 2013 17:29:27Advocate staff reportCLINTON — East Feliciana Parish Sheriff’s deputies late Friday arrested one man in Friday’s shootings on La. 10 near Clinton. Eric Martin, 26, of Ethel, was booked on one count of attempted second-degree murder, Sheriff’s Office Detective Don McKey s...
- Video: Pepper guns gain traction with rural agencies May 25, 2013
  Sat, 25 May 2013 17:29:27by Jim Mustian Advocate staff writerClinton — It has been called “the squirt gun from hell,” even by lawmen who haven’t experienced its memorable burn. Its chemical agent — a concentrated blast of pepper spray fired at a dizzying 405 mph — can disable and disorient an aggressor for 45...
- Investigation continues in beating of 2-year old in West Feliciana Parish May 24, 2013
  Fri, 24 May 2013 17:29:26BY JAMES MINTON Baker-Zachary bureauCobbST. FRANCISVILLE — West Feliciana Parish sheriff’s detectives are continuing an investigation into the severe beating of a 2-year-old boy that has resulted in two arrests, Sheriff J. Austin Daniel said Friday. Deputies booked Brandon Cobb, 26, 10637 ...
- Ponchatoula police seek man who shot another in the face May 24, 2013
  Fri, 24 May 2013 17:29:26Florida parishes bureauPONCHATOULA — A Ponchatoula man shot in the face Thursday night remained under treatment in a hospital Friday while police searched for the assailant. A Ponchatoula police officer patrolling North Baronne Street around 10 p.m. saw two men standing i...
WBRZ Baton Rouge
- Bayou Country Superfest kicks off May 25, 2013
  BATON ROUGE - The country music superstars have arrived in Baton Rouge for Bayou Country Superfest 2013, taking over Tiger Stadium. Scheduled to perform Saturday night on the main stage is Lady Antebellum, Miranda Lambert, Darius Rucker, Thompson Square and Aaron Lewis.The 2-day music festival boosts big crowds, and big business for Baton Rouge, but there is […]
- Office pool shares $1 million lottery prize May 24, 2013
  BATON ROUGE - Two dozen members of a local realtor's office who put together a lottery pool claimed their $1 million Powerball prize today.The group received $700,000 to split after state and federal taxes were withheld. They said each member of the pool would receive more then $29,000 from the winnings.The group said the win makes them feel closer to o […]
- Recovery efforts ongoing after deadly Okla. twister May 21, 2013
  MOORE, Okla. - Rescue crews worked through the night after a monstrous tornado barreled through the Oklahoma City suburbs, demolishing an elementary school and reducing homes to piles of splintered wood.Officials say at least 51 people were killed in Monday's twister, including at least 20 children. Those numbers were expected to climb.The center of the […]
- Jindal orders review of Texas Brine permits May 20, 2013
  BATON ROUGE - Governor Bobby Jindal today ordered a review for all permits given to Texas Brine, the company which owns land a massive sinkhole appeared on last year, after he accused the company of dragging its feet in paying costs associated with the cleanup."It has become clear that Texas Brine is trying to run out the clock on the citizens of Bayou […]
- Governor to discuss sinkhole response efforts May 20, 2013
  BAYOU CORNE - Buyouts and outstanding costs for dealing with a sinkhole in Assumption Parish could be on Governor Bobby Jindal's agenda for a press conference scheduled for this afternoon.The governor scheduled the event for 1:20 p.m. at the Bayou Corne Sportman's Landing on Hwy 70 South.Buyouts are still pending for homes near the sinkhole, which […]
WAFB Baton Rouge
- LSU advances to SEC Tournament Championship Game May 25, 2013
  The No.2 Tigers earned another come-from-behind win in Hoover, eliminating Arkansas with a 3-1 win Saturday afternoon.
- ULL shutouts Michigan Wolverines in Game 2 of NCAA Super Regional May 25, 2013
  UL-Lafayette shutout Michigan Wolverines 5-0 in Game 2 of the NCAA Super Regional, forcing a decisive third game.
- Dozens rescued from flooded San Antonio area May 25, 2013
  Officials say about 60 people have been rescued from their San Antonio-area homes as floodwaters continue to rise.
- Calif. man gets prison in Medicare fraud plot May 25, 2013
  A California man has been sentenced to more than three years in prison for his role in a scheme to fraudulently bill Medicare and Medicaid more than $21 million for medical tests at New Orleans area clinics.
- Suspect identified in murder of AmeriCorps volunteer May 25, 2013
  Police have identified a suspect in the murder of Joseph Massenburg, an 18-year-old AmeriCorps volunteer from Chicago, killed in Carrollton.
NOLA Headlines
- LSU pitching suffocates Arkansas, offense scratches out just enough for a 3-1 SEC semifinal victory May 26, 2013
  Christian Ibarra comes up with two huge clutch hits and five Tiger pitchers limit the Razorbacks to 1 hit.
- Aaron Lewis introduces himself to Bayou Country Superfest fans with a nod to his first album, band May 26, 2013
  Aaron Lewis might be soft-spoken in a one-on-one setting, but he pulled out the volume to open up Bayou Country Superfest 2013 on May 25, 2013.
- Tulane pitcher/DH Andrew Garner talks about the final chapter of the 2013 season: video May 26, 2013
  Tulane's Andrew Garner earned his sixth save by finishing the final three innings of Saturday's 3-2 victory over Houston on Saturday in the Green Wave's final game of the Conference USA Tournament
- New Orleans VooDoo trying to snap seven-game losing streak vs. Chicago Rush: live updates May 26, 2013
  Kickoff at 8 p.m.
- Tulane finishes out season with 3-2 victory against Houston in Conference USA Tournament May 26, 2013
  Tulane finished the Conference USA Tournament with two victories, the second one a 3-2 win against Houston. But the season is over after Southern Miss won the pod's spot in the tourney championship.
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WWL New Orleans
- Tangipahoa to reconsider ban on spanking May 26, 2013
  AMITE, La. (AP) — A member of the Tangipahoa Parish School Board wants board members to reconsider a ban on corporal punishment.
- NOPD shakes up leadership; Commander Hosli reinstated May 25, 2013
  Amid a press release that the New Orleans Police Department was shuffling leadership was news that Commander Edwin Hosli has been reinstated to full duty with the NOPD.
- Suspect identified in murder of AmeriCorps volunteer May 24, 2013
  Police have identified a suspect in the murder of Joseph Massenburg, an 18-year-old AmeriCorps volunteer from Chicago, killed in Carrollton.
- Texas Brine offers settlements for sinkhole May 25, 2013
  BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Texas Brine says it has started extending settlement offers to Assumption Parish residents who have been under an evacuation order since August because of a 15-acre sinkhole.
- City fails again in try to delay police pact May 25, 2013
  NEW ORLEANS (AP) — A federal judge has refused to delay implementation of an agreement calling for major reforms of the New Orleans Police Department.
WDSU New Orleans
- Tuskegee Airmen Exhibit honors courageous African-American pilots May 25, 2013
  They didn’t receive the recognition they deserved back in World War II, but today hundreds gathered to honor the extraordinary story of the Tuskegee Airmen.
- Offsides Blog: The Pelicans Will Make The Playoffs This Season If... May 25, 2013
  In this column, we'll discuss how the Pelicans can make the NBA playoffs this season. New Orleans could compete for the 7th or 8th seed in the Western Conference if they put the following starters on the floor.
- State program offering online courses being scaled back May 25, 2013
  A state program to offer public school students online courses provided by colleges or private companies is being scaled back.
- Ponchatoula police: Victim of Thursday night shooting dies May 25, 2013
  Greg McGary, 50, was shot shortly before 10 p.m. Thursday on North Baronne Street, police say.
- Police: Unrestrained Patterson woman dies in one-car morning crash May 25, 2013
  Louisiana State Police say an unrestrained Patterson woman died Saturday morning in a one-car accident in Gibson.
WVUE New Orleans
- Police search for missing New Orleans East woman May 25, 2013
  The New Orleans Police Department needs your assistance in locating 54-year-old Patricia Brumfield, who is diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia and is desperately in need of her medication.
- Parents want student's drug death to be a lesson May 25, 2013
  Meghan Lopez's parents say the 21-year-old woman took a synthetic drug called 2C-I, also known by other names including N-Bomb and C-Boom. In this case, a single drop proved fatal.
- Thousands of bridges at risk of freak collapse May 25, 2013
  Thousands of bridges around the U.S. may be one freak accident or mistake away from collapse, even if the spans are deemed structurally sound.
- JP investigators seek clues in father-son deaths case May 25, 2013
  In a normally quiet River Ridge neighborhood, Jefferson Parish deputies investigate an apparent murder-suicide.
- Father, son found dead in River Ridge home May 24, 2013
  The Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office is investigating an apparent murder-suicide Friday afternoon involving a 52-year-old man and his 16-year-old son.
WGSO
- Canon Hospice Health Care Hour May 25 May 25, 2013
- Three Tailgators May 25 May 25, 2013
- All Things Local May 25 May 25, 2013
- All Access May 24 May 25, 2013
- NOLA GOLF May 24 May 24, 2013
The Wildcat
- ‘You can always be what you want to be’
  LC Spring '13 Graduation day of mixed emotions
- Pinned to the past… and the future
  LC Nursing students honored in ceremony marking graduation
- Great while it lasted!
  Wildcats' magical run ends with 10-4 loss to UT-Tyler in ASC Championship game
- Looking to Extend History
  Wildcats Baseball to face ASC's best in Tyler
- LC gets $10 million donation (Video)
  Dr. Aguillard makes announcement at news conference
The Daily Reveille
- Campus expands at unprecedented rate May 5, 2013
  As a dusty haze descended upon campus this semester, from it rose projects like the parking garage and Tiger Stadium renovations — and the dust is far from settling.
- Fraudulent job postings increase as technology takes over market May 5, 2013
  If a job posted online seems so great it might as well be a steal, then it is probably trying to steal from you.
- SG election overshadowed by drama May 5, 2013
  Student Government saw a particularly volatile election cycle this semester — one filled with multiple complaint and University Court hearings as well as elections.
- Downtown Grocery holds grand opening May 5, 2013
  Downtown Grocery is the newest business to call the downtown area home and will hold a grand opening Monday, joining the ranks of other new businesses in a thriving and growing section of Baton Rouge.
- Atheist and LGBT communities see organized action May 5, 2013
  From the third annual Louisiana Queer Conference to the Bayou State’s first secular convention, the University’s LGBT and atheist students saw an increase in organized action within their communities
The Maroon
- Senior Sendoff May 10, 2013
  By: Showcasing a few of Loyola's many graduating students and commemorating their work and efforts. ...
- Letter to the Editor: Column was misguided May 9, 2013
  By: Mary Jane Wherritt Becker Letter to the Editor Loyola Maroon May 8, 2013 Recently, we were made aware of an article that appeared in the Loyola Maroon in late April. ...
- Go fly a kite May 8, 2013
  Take a study break with this activity What you’ll need: this newspaper (click and print the photo) two straws tape scissors string Step 1: Cut one straw down to five inches and the other to 7 1/2 ...
- Video: How to make a King Cake with a member of Loyola Sunday Cooks May 6, 2013
  By: The Maroon...
- The Button Collector part X May 3, 2013
  Swain discovers the secrets of his past and his future With the closing of the door came a silence that lasted for many, many hours. This might seem like a long time to you, but to Swain it was only a moment, for he could not understand how he could feel such distress at
The Lion’s Roar
- Track and field places in SLC May 14, 2013
  The men and women’s track and field team put their best foot forward in the three day Southland Conference May 10 through 12 against several different competing schools. Southeastern’s Track and Field team won four event championships in the Conferen...
- Student-athlete awarded for academic excellence May 14, 2013
  Buck Bernard receives $2,500 scholarship While many consider earning a bachelor’s degree to be difficult, the accomplishment becomes especially challenging and time-consuming for student-athletes. One motivated Lions baseball team pitcher stands out for demonstrating both athletic and academi...
- Lions snap ranked Bearkats’ winning streak May 14, 2013
  Team loses home series, clinches last home game After two losses against the No. 28-ranked Sam Houston State Bearkats, the Lions baseball team managed to defeat the Bearkats in the last home game of the season thanks to good pitching and an aggressive defense. Initially the first game of the serie...
- Words of end-of-semester wisdom May 14, 2013
  Prologue For some reason or another, I feel like making this a little bit informal. And by a little bit, I actually mean in your face, blatant and woefully overstated. The ideas I’m presenting will make sense, but may take some nonsensical introducti...
- Student directors show their skills during theatre class showcase May 14, 2013
  Students from an upper-level theatre course had the opportunity to put their directing skills to practice in a Directing Showcase, which was presented on Tuesday, May 7 in the
Louisiana Record
- Winn-Dixie sued by customer who slipped on water in front of store May 25, 2013
  Charles M. Thomas GRETNA – A local grocery store is being sued by a customer who allegedly slipped on water the was used to water plants in front of the store. Merle LeBlanc filed suit against Winn-Dixie Stores Inc. in the 24th Judicial … Read More »
- Hospital patient who allegedly broke hip after elevator door closed on her sues May 25, 2013
  David GreenbergGRETNA – A New Orleans woman is suing a Jefferson Parish hospital for injuries she claims to have received in an incident in an elevator on their premises. Elaine Poillion filed suit against Jefferson Parish Hospital District No. 1, West … Read More »
- Doctor sues former employers after paychecks were stolen and he was allegedly never reimbursed May 25, 2013
  Bradley EgenbergGRETNA – A New Orleans doctor is suing a Jefferson Parish medical group for allegedly reimbursing him after two paychecks they issued to him were stolen and cashed by a third party. Dr. Jeffrey Brumberger filed suit against Gerry A. … Read More »
- City of Baker sued by former police officer May 25, 2013
  urlBATON ROUGE – A police officer is suing the city where he used to work for an alleged violation of federal labor law and wrongful termination. Rodrick Jarreau filed a lawsuit against the City of Baker in the 19th Judicial … Read More »
- Racetrac Customer sues after being struck by a malfunctioning door May 25, 2013
  Stephen F. Armbruster NEW ORLEANS – A Jefferson Parish man is suing a local gas station claiming he was injured after being struck by a malfunctioning door as he attempted to enter the establishment. Dennis Farve filed a lawsuit against Racetrac Petroleum Inc. … Read More »
Louisiana Political Newswire
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CenLamar
- UNCONSTITUTIONAL: Bobby Jindal’s “Moon Shot” Implodes May 8, 2013
- Old White Men at the Louisiana Family Forum Continue to Obsess Over Screwing Gays May 5, 2013
- Louisiana State Senator Supports Creationism Law Because Of His Experience With Witch Doctor May 2, 2013
- An Open Letter to Conrad Appel, Chairman of the Louisiana Senate Education Committee April 26, 2013
- Louisiana College President Joe Aguillard Accused of Fraud, Misappropriation, Criminal Misrepresentation April 25, 2013
Louisiana Voice
- Only silence from House and Senate Education committees as fraudulent Course Choice registrations spread like kudzu
- Rep. Richard has money-saving bill: cut state spending on professional, personal, consulting contracts by 10 percent
- Reports surface that DOE Superintendent John White is out the door for Washington to further validate Peter Principle
- Pylant bill would only guarantee constant revenue stream for shady Course Choice providers already circling like vultures
- In the aftermath of killer tornadoes, perhaps it’s time for another reminder to Jindal that teachers are true heroes
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National Hurricane Center Graphical Tropical Weather Outlooks
- The Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1st through November 30th. December 5, 2012
- NHC Eastern Pacific Outlook May 25, 2013
National Hurricane Center (Atlantic)
- The Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1st through November 30th. December 4, 2012
National Hurricane Center (Eastern Pacific)
- There are no tropical cyclones at this time. May 27, 2013
- Eastern Pacific Tropical Weather Outlook May 25, 2013
NWS Lake Charles Twitter Feed
- Band of widely scattered thunderstorms from near Village Mills southeast to near Lake Charles. Frequent lightning and gusty winds in storms. 1 day ago
- It's Day 7 of National Safe Boating Week! Our topic is Boating Under the Influence. 1.usa.gov/kW7STQ #lawx #txwx 1 day ago
- It's Day 6 of National Safe Boating Week! Our topic is Thunderstorm Safety. 1.usa.gov/MsNnFT #lawx #txwx 2 days ago
- RT @stevecaparotta: Overturned RV in Morgan City from Police Chief Travis Crouch. #LAwx http://t.co/Qw0mU9gvMw 3 days ago
- 1133am Flood advisory for St Martin Parish. 1-3 Inches of rain has fallen and with more possible. #lawx http://t.co/ww0cXFpBIY 3 days ago
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Current Watches, Warnings and Advisories for Louisiana Issued by the National Weather Service
- Flood Warning issued May 25 at 7:56PM CDT until further notice by NWS May 26, 2013
  ...THE FLOOD WARNING CONTINUES FOR THE FOLLOWING RIVERS IN LOUISIANA... MISSISSIPPI RIVER AT RED RIVER LANDING AFFECTING EAST BATON ROUGE...POINTE COUPEE AND WEST FELICIANA PARISHES MISSISSIPPI RIVER AT BATON ROUGE AFFECTING EAST BATON ROUGE AND WEST BATON ROUGE PARISHES
- Flood Warning issued May 25 at 7:56PM CDT until further notice by NWS May 26, 2013
  ...THE FLOOD WARNING CONTINUES FOR THE FOLLOWING RIVERS IN LOUISIANA...MISSISSIPPI... MISSISSIPPI RIVER AT VICKSBURG AFFECTING MADISON...TENSAS... CLAIBORNE...JEFFERSON AND WARREN COUNTIES/PARISHES MISSISSIPPI RIVER AT NATCHEZ AFFECTING CONCORDIA...ADAMS AND WILKINSON COUNTIES/PARISHES
- Flood Warning issued May 25 at 7:56PM CDT until further notice by NWS May 26, 2013
  ...THE FLOOD WARNING CONTINUES FOR THE FOLLOWING RIVERS IN LOUISIANA... MISSISSIPPI RIVER AT RED RIVER LANDING AFFECTING EAST BATON ROUGE...POINTE COUPEE AND WEST FELICIANA PARISHES MISSISSIPPI RIVER AT BATON ROUGE AFFECTING EAST BATON ROUGE AND WEST BATON ROUGE PARISHES
- Flood Warning issued May 25 at 7:56PM CDT until May 28 at 10:00PM CDT by NWS May 26, 2013
  ...THE FLOOD WARNING CONTINUES FOR THE FOLLOWING RIVERS IN LOUISIANA...MISSISSIPPI... MISSISSIPPI RIVER AT VICKSBURG AFFECTING MADISON...TENSAS... CLAIBORNE...JEFFERSON AND WARREN COUNTIES/PARISHES MISSISSIPPI RIVER AT NATCHEZ AFFECTING CONCORDIA...ADAMS AND WILKINSON COUNTIES/PARISHES
- Flood Warning issued May 25 at 7:25PM CDT until further notice by NWS May 26, 2013
  ...THE FLOOD WARNING CONTINUES FOR THE FOLLOWING RIVERS IN LOUISIANA... ATCHAFALAYA RIVER AT MORGAN CITY AFFECTING ST. MARY PARISH THE FLOOD WARNING CONTINUES FOR THE ATCHAFALAYA RIVER AT MORGAN CITY. * UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.
AMBER Alert
- ACTIVE AMBER Alert: Luke Towner – Houston,TX May 22, 2013
  Harris County Sheriff’s Office has issued an Amber Alert for missing 18-month-old, Luke Towner. The baby is a white male, approximately 2 feet tall and weighs 26 pounds. He has brown hair and brown eyes. The biological father assaulted the mother and took the child, making threats to kill both himself and the child. They were last seen on Monday, May 20 at t […]
- CANCELED AMBER Alert: Forest Park,GA May 22, 2013
  Victim found safe
- CANCELED AMBER Alert: Tolleson,AZ May 21, 2013
  Victim found safe, suspect deceased
- CANCELED AMBER Alert: Braintree,MA May 21, 2013
  Victims found safe, suspect in custody
- CANCELED AMBER Alert: Murfreesboro,TN May 20, 2013
  Child has been recovered safely by Smyrna Police Department. Father is in custody.
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