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- 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
- Duck boat tours in French Quarter face some opposition May 22, 2013
- Students Recount Experience During Oklahoma Tornado May 22, 2013
- Guilfoyle: Holder Justice Department Targeted FOX News Reporter’s Parent’s Home Phone May 22, 2013
- Newtown Bill Being Crafted in Secret May 22, 2013
- Anthony Weiner Launches Bid To Become NYC Mayor May 22, 2013
- Miami cannibal victim 'grateful' for help a year after attack May 22, 2013
- Facebook Use Falters Among Teens as Twitter Use Rises -- Pew May 22, 2013
- Baton Rouge, LA: Man Clings to Hood of Truck | Pleads with Woman to Call the Police May 20, 2013
- Gretna Man Says He Was Humiliated During Strip Search May 20, 2013
- AP CEO: Records Seizure ‘Unconstitutional’ May 20, 2013
- Op-Ed: Why Adam Kokesh’s arrest is a big deal | Has not been in contact with family or friends May 20, 2013
- Mother of Terrilyn Monette wants to expand search May 20, 2013
- Bob Schieffer: Spare Me the Talking Points May 19, 2013
- Serial killing suspect: Felix Vail collected on wife’s life insurance, didn’t pay for burial May 19, 2013
- Rand Paul claims revealing memo exists in IRS scandal May 19, 2013
- Boustany in the spotlight for high-profile IRS probe May 19, 2013
- Woman gunned down in front of Algiers church just before 30th birthday May 19, 2013
- Remembering Mickey May 19, 2013
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- Chris Hadfield’s Post-landing interview with NASA May 22, 2013
- Watch The Birth of a Tornado May 22, 2013
- Honoring Sally Ride’s Legacy as Trailblazer, Role Model May 22, 2013
- Oklahoma tornado from space: Incredible NASA photos show terrifying scale of Oklahoma tornado May 22, 2013
- Experimental flying car suffers setback as missionary-funded prototype crashes near B.C. school May 20, 2013
#LouisianaMultiverse
- Fox’s New Sleepy Hollow Fall Series – Trailer #1 May 22, 2013
- Lie Witness News – LA Mayoral Election May 22, 2013
- Kellie Pickler Wins ‘Dancing With The Stars’ Mirror Ball Trophy May 22, 2013
- Jim Harbaugh to drive pace car for Indianapolis 500 May 22, 2013
- Twitter in uproar as Gif creator says it's pronounced 'jif' May 22, 2013
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- Florida man impersonates cop to enter strip club for free May 22, 2013
- [FULL] Shocking Moment Disney Cruise Line Dining Room Server ‘Molested Girl in Ship Elevator’ May 22, 2013
- FBI: Man possibly abused many children | David Allen Vickers May 22, 2013
- Mark Bridger to begin defence in April Jones murder trial May 22, 2013
- Canadian Nursing Home Abuse May 20, 2013
KALB Alexandria
- Flooding Leads to Road Closures May 22, 2013
  EVANGELINE PARISH, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - Heavy rain has caused a road closure in Evangeline Parish.
- End of the School Year for students at Martin Park Elementary May 22, 2013
  An update on Martin Park Elementary school in Alexandria today at 5 and 6 p.m.
- Capitol holds Memorial Day celebration May 22, 2013
  BATON ROUGE, La. (KALB News Channel 5)- The state capitol will host a Memorial Day tribute to recognize fallen members of the armed forces.
- Okla. residents come home to pick up the pieces May 22, 2013
  By RAMIT PLUSHNICK-MASTI and CHRISTOPHER SHERMANAssociated Press MOORE, Okla. (AP) - With her son holding her elbow, Colleen Arvin walked up her driveway to what was left of her house for 40 years. It
- Alexandria Native Avoids Moore Tornado May 22, 2013
  ALEXANDRIA,La. (KALB News Channel 5)--We spoke to a Bolton High School graduate who's now a student at University of Oklahoma. The house he's renting in Moore, Oklahoma -- as well as his possessions -- are gone. Lucky for him - he was here in Alexandria for his brother's high school graduation.
- LifeShare asks for blood donations May 21, 2013
  Do you donate blood? The LifeShare blood center in Alexandria hopes to increase their inventory of blood to help with the aftermath of the Oklahoma tornado disaster that devastated the area Monday. The
- How to Help Oklahoma Tornado Victims May 21, 2013
  ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - Relief agencies are accepting donations to assist victims of the deadly storms in Oklahoma.
- Benefit Concert Features Taylor Mathews May 21, 2013
  ALEXANDRIA, LA (KALB News Channel 5) - A benefit concert for the "People to People" student ambassador program will feature Taylor Mathews with guest band Ben Danger.
- New FM emergency notification system available May 22, 2013
  BATON ROUGE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) – Louisiana has completed the implementation of the ALERT FM and GSSNet systems across the state.
- Pineville distribution company joins relief efforts May 22, 2013
  PINEVILLE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - DIS-TRAN Wood Products of Pineville joins relief efforts.
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The Town Talk Alexandria
- House panel moves to curb military sexual assaults May 22, 2013
  WASHINGTON - Members of a House panel angry over sexual abuse problems in the military are set to vote on a bill that would strip commanding officers of their authority to unilaterally change or dismiss court-martial convictions - a change that lawmakers believe will lead to a cultural shift that encourages more victims to step forward.
- IRS official pleads Fifth in 'be on the lookout' investigation May 22, 2013
  WASHINGTON -- The Internal Revenue Service official responsible for tax exemptions refused to testify to a House oversight panel investigating the agency's treatment of conservative groups Wednesday.
- 3 face charges in Oak Hill High vandalism case May 22, 2013
  Three people are facing charges in the vandalism of Oak Hill High School in early April, according to the Rapides Parish Sheriff's Office.
- Backgrounder: Why the IRS investigation matters May 22, 2013
  WASHINGTON - The Internal Revenue Service is feeling the sort of heat that targeted taxpayers feel from the tax agency. It's the sense that a powerful someone is breathing down your neck.
- Safety experts say Oklahoma school was prepared for tornado May 22, 2013
  The teachers and students in Moore, Okla., were as prepared as anyone could have been to respond to the devastating tornado that struck Monday, several school safety experts say.
- Man linked to Boston bombing suspect, triple homicide fatally shot by FBI in Florida May 22, 2013
  A 27-year-old Central Florida man was fatally shot Wednesday by an FBI agent who was questioning him about his ties to the Boston bombing suspects and about an unsolved 2011 triple murder in Waltham, Mass., a law enforcement official said.
- Update 11 a.m.: Cleco outages down to 289 May 22, 2013
  Cleco Corp. reported more than 2,000 customers without power early Wednesday morning, but that had dropped to fewer than 300 by midday.
- Rapides school restructuring plan reduces jobs, increases costs May 22, 2013
  The Rapides Parish School Board voted 7-2 Tuesday to approved a plan that will restructure the School District.
- With state facilities' future undecided, Pineville mayor hopes for development May 22, 2013
  Clarence Fields is hopeful the uncertainty over major state facilities based in Pineville is almost over.
- Poll: Most Louisianans support Medicaid expansion, but not Obamacare May 22, 2013
  WASHINGTON - Despite resistance from Gov. Bobby Jindal and other Southern governors to expanding Medicaid, most Louisiana residents support the idea, according to a poll released Tuesday.
Leesville Daily Leader
- 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, […]
- Brister is employee of month at Leesville City Hall May 15, 2013
  Gary Brister, of the City of Leesville Public Works Department, was named employee of the month at the Leesville City Council meeting on May 13. The announcement was made by Courtney Christian, City Administrator. Brister, a mechanic, was described as a jack of all trades, and always willing to help out.
Daily World Opelousas
- New SLEIDD director starts job May 22, 2013
  The new director of the St. Landry Economic Industrial Development District started his job Monday with no business cards, no computer and no telephone.
- John Maginnis: La. community college bill shaking the foundations of higher education May 22, 2013
  In the past five hard years of higher education's declining state support, rising tuition, defecting faculty and deteriorating facilities, college leaders have stuck together and let the Board of Regents coordinate their requests for funding from the Legi
- Local man touts hopeful nonprofit at meeting May 22, 2013
  Homegrown nonprofit leader Loren Carriere, though painting a discouraging picture of his hometown, told the Rotary Club of Opelousas there was hope Tuesday.
- Other Views: North La. medical school faces funding problem May 22, 2013
  In an almost annual sacrificial act, Louisiana has allowed its health care and higher education to suffer the most savage blows of the budget-cutting ax. This time, the governor and lawmakers may have gone too far, and when it comes to preserving the viability of the state's lone medical school in North Louisiana, inaction is no longer an option.
- SEC crown at stake May 22, 2013
  With the kind of season the LSU baseball team has already had, it is difficult not to think about that five-letter word in Nebraska.
KTBS Shreveport
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KTAL Shreveport
- Local non-profit offers aid to tornado victims May 22, 2013
  The Food Bank of Northwest Louisiana is providing disaster relief to residents in Moore, Oklahoma.
- State Police: Camp Minden explosives no danger to residents May 22, 2013
  Louisiana State Police say Webster Parish and surrounding communities are safe from future explosions.
- LA Film Prize project needs original music May 22, 2013
  Attention, musicians! A local production is looking for original music to use in a short film.
- Get ready for Saturdays at the Shreveport Farmers' Market May 22, 2013
  Looking for fresher produce? Then, get ready for another season at the Shreveport Farmers' Market.
- Thousands of children's beds recalled May 22, 2013
  Your child could be in danger if they sleep in a bed made by Lea Industries.
KSLA Shreveport
- No helmets required for Elio vehicle occupants May 22, 2013
  Drivers of the Elio, a three-wheeled vehicle to be manufactured in Shreveport, won't have to wear helmets.
- Blood drive set for ArkLaTex crash survivor May 22, 2013
  A blood drive is being held for an ArkLaTex woman who is fighting for her life after a car crash last month.
- SWEPCO: Storms leave more than 10,000 without power in ArkLaTex May 22, 2013
  Storms sweeping through the ArkLaTex Tuesday evening knocked out power for more than 10,000 SWEPCO customers.
- ArkLaTex groups rush to send aid to Oklahoma May 22, 2013
  As the ArkLaTex braced for a return of storms on Tuesday, a number of local organizations were focused on the help needed in Oklahoma.
- Red River Parish sends K-9 cadaver unit to Oklahoma May 22, 2013
  A Red River Parish Deputy, along with his cadaver dog, will provide a necessary seach for bodies in Oklahoma.
Houma Today
- La. House refuses to expand Medicaid May 22, 2013
  BATON ROUGE — The Louisiana House overwhelmingly refused Tuesday to provide government-subsidized health insurance to thousands of people with the Medicaid dollars available under the federal Affordable Care Act.
- Help plan Lafourche's future May 22, 2013
- South Terrebonne graduates 233 May 22, 2013
  The seats were packed at the Houma-Terrebonne Civic Center Tuesday night, but all eyes were on the graduating seniors dressed in green gowns in the middle of the venue.
- Raceland woman dies after car crash May 22, 2013
- Four Terrebonne schools to close May 22, 2013
  Four Terrebonne schools will close as part of a cost-saving plan the School Board approved Tuesday.
KNOE Monroe
- Man accused of rape gets lesser charges May 22, 2013
  LAKE CHARLES, La. (AP) - Charged with raping two young girls, Ashanti Kelley found guilty of only molestation of a juvenile.
- CISCO, CenturyLink and ULM team up May 22, 2013
  MONROE, La., (KNOE 8 News) - Academy initiative to be launched this coming Fall.
- Mississippi school stops relief drive May 22, 2013
  HATTIESBURG, Miss. (AP) - U. of Southern Miss. says focus needs to be on Oklahoma
- BP oil spill protestor settles May 22, 2013
  JACKSON, Miss. (AP) - Sandra Howard was arrested in 2010 for protesting the BP oil spill.
- "Click it or Ticket" emphasis spearheaded by police May 22, 2013
  BATON ROUGE, La. (KNOE 8 News) - Between now and June 2, officers from 132 agencies will participate in the state's largest-ever concentrated effort to increase the use of seatbelts.
KATC Lafayette
- Raising Canes Mobilizes to Deliver Aid to Victims May 22, 2013
  BATON ROUGE, LA (May 21, 2013) - Thousands of people across North Texas and Oklahoma are in desperate need of food, water, shelter and other basic necessities after their communities were devastated by deadly tornadoes over the past several days.Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers, which has several restaurants and hundreds of Crewmembers in the affected are […]
- St. Landry sheriff says he will pull trail ride permit May 22, 2013
  The St. Landry Parish Sheriff says that organized trail rides, at least along state highways, may be a thing of the past in his parish.Sheriff Bobby Guidroz wrote in an email that the St. Landry Parish ordinance that regulates trail rides specifically requires the Louisiana State Police to provide a certification allowing any trail rides along state highways […]
- Remington College Hosting Blood Drive May 22, 2013
  Remington College continues its 3 Lives effort to recruit minority blood donors and help supply local hospitals with blood. 3 Lives is a national effort held in partnership with America's Blood Centers and the Sickle Cell Disease Association of America. The effort has resulted in more than 8,200 pints of blood collected since the program began. The goal […]
- UL's Huval Named to 2013 Rimington Award Watch List May 22, 2013
  LAFAYETTE, La. -- Andre Huval, who has been the anchor of the Ragin' Cajuns offensive line the last two seasons, is one of 17 repeat members on the 2013 Rimington Trophy Pre-season Watch List. The award is given annually to the top center in the country by the National College Football Awards Association.The 44-player list was released by the NCFA late […]
- Trio Of Acadiana Products Named to All-Region 23 Team May 22, 2013
  Four LSU Eunice softball players have been named to the NJCAA All-Region 23 Team following a season that was capped off with the program's second NJCAA National Championship last weekend.Sophomores Kelsey Hollier (Rayne) and Taylor Simon (Notre Dame), along with freshmen Julienne Broussard (Teurlings) and Brooke Clark, were named to the team following t […]
The Advertiser Lafayette
- Local relief workers, linemen head to Oklahoma to pitch in May 22, 2013
  Usually it's Acadiana that receives help from neighboring states following a natural disaster.
- Poll finds most Louisianians back Medicaid expansion May 22, 2013
  Despite resistance from Gov. Bobby Jindal and other Southern governors to expanding Medicaid, most Louisiana residents support the idea, according to a poll released Tuesday.
- UL fans ready for Sun Belt baseball May 22, 2013
  Although it was a little rainy and windy, Ragin' Cajuns fans turned out in force Tuesday at M.L. (Tigue) Moore Field to start the week-long event that is the Sun Belt Conference baseball tournament.
- Red light amnesty set through June 30 May 22, 2013
  Motorists who have been sitting on their red-light-camera tickets have until June 30 to pay the original fines and have the past-due fees forgiven.
- Senate panel kills proposed school funding formula May 22, 2013
  The Senate Education Committee's unanimous rejection Tuesday of a proposed public school spending plan pleased school officials and parents who testified that it was flawed.
KLFY Lafayette
- Tornado victims start picking up the pieces May 22, 2013
  Many assessing whether to rebuild their homes; Officials confident they've found all survivors, recovered all bodies.
- Funeral services held for fallen officer May 22, 2013
  A funeral was held Wednesday for the Lafayette Police Officer who died in an off duty motorcycle crash on Saturday. Lieutenant Richard "Ricky" Rees died Saturday afternoon after he crashed his Harley Davidson
- Raising Cane's Mobilizes to Deliver Aid to Victims of North Texas, Oklahoma Tornadoes May 22, 2013
  Thousands of people across North Texas and Oklahoma are in desperate need of food, water, shelter and other basic necessities after their communities were devastated by deadly tornadoes over the past several days.
- Man with ties to Boston bomb suspect killed in shootout May 22, 2013
  The FBI was involved in a fatal shooting in Orlando, Fla., early Wednesday that killed a man with ties to the older brother suspected in last month's deadly terrorist bombing at the Boston Marathon.
- Lafayette council approves traffic amnesty program May 22, 2013
  The Lafayette City-Parish Council approved the amnesty program. The program gives a break to delinquent traffic ticket holders.
Ruston Daily Leader
- Responsible Dumping: Household hazards collected, disposed May 22, 2013
  T. Scott Boatright Leader photo by T. SCOTT BOATRIGHT- Hamp Miller, left, hands off some old batteries to David Hunter during Saturday’s Lincoln Parish Household Hazardous Materials Collection Day. Some potential dangers were removed from Lincoln Parish on Saturday as the ninth annual Lincoln Parish Household Hazardous Materials Collection Day was held at th […]
- Seat belt campaign ongoing May 22, 2013
  Leader News Service The Lincoln Parish Safe Communities Program has announced that it has received funding from the Louisiana Highway Safety Commission (LHSC). Safe Communities Coordinator Jenny Crume will use these funds to support the Click It or Ticket Campaign. The Lincoln Parish Sheriff’s Office is preparing to participate in the Louisiana’s annual Clic […]
- LPSB OKs appeal May 22, 2013
  DHS students to move to RHS, graduation rates released Elizabeth DeGrie Photo by ELIZABETH DEGRIE- ADA Andy Shealy (standing) discussed the LSERS appeal with board members before their vote. The Lincoln Parish School Board will join with other school systems across the state to appeal the decision of the 19th Judicial District Court in a case concerning the […]
- Man arrested for copper theft May 22, 2013
  Elizabeth DeGrie A man is in jail after investigations linked him to stolen copper from an outside air conditioning unit on Mondy Road. According to the arrest affidavit, a deputy with the Lincoln Parish Sheriff’s Office was patrolling after 10 p.m. Tuesday night when he saw a suspicious vehicle parked on the 700 block of Mondy Road. The vehicle was called i […]
- Raising Cane’s helping in tornado relief effort May 22, 2013
  Leader News Service BATON ROUGE — Thousands of people across North Texas and Oklahoma are in desperate need of food, water, shelter and other basic necessities after their communities were devastated by deadly tornadoes over the past several days. Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers, which has several restaurants and hundreds of crew members in the affected areas […]
The News Star Monroe
- Oklahoma tornado damage could top $2 billion May 22, 2013
  The cost of a massive tornado that battered an Oklahoma City suburb could be more than $2 billion, according to a preliminary official estimate announced Wednesday.
- LSU-Arkansas game to remain on Friday in 2013 May 22, 2013
  LSU and Arkansas will play on what has become its traditional Friday slot in 2013 as the two teams will square off in Tiger Stadium on Nov. 29.
- Complaint accuses Exxon Mobil of anti-gay bias May 22, 2013
  One after another, major U.S. corporations have updated anti-discrimination policies to protect gay, lesbian and transgender workers, drawing plaudits from gay-rights groups. There's one prominent exception: Exxon Mobil Corp.
- Boston church official faces racketeering charges May 22, 2013
  A Boston church official who once claimed to be an associate of mobster James 'Whitey' Bulger has been arrested on charges of stealing money from the church.
- Chicago Board of Ed to vote on 53 school closings May 22, 2013
  The Chicago Board of Education was expected to take a final vote Wednesday on whether to close 53 schools, an ambitious proposal that sparked protests and lawsuits and could help define — for better or worse — Mayor Rahm Emanuel's term in office.
American Press Lake Charles
- Committee approves bill to fund construction at Sowella, other community colleges May 22, 2013
  BATON ROUGE — A House committee on Wednesday approved legislation that lists more than $251 million in construction projects for the Louisiana Community and Technical College System, including two multi-million dollar projects for Sowela Technical Community College. The committee voted 19-3 in favor of Senate Bill 204 by Sen. Robert Adley, R-Benton. It heads […]
- Test results up overall; voucher schools flat May 22, 2013
  NEW ORLEANS (AP) — State education officials say the number of Louisiana public school students performing at grade level nudged up from 68 percent to 69 percent in the latest round of standardized test scores.While results were not uniformly better in all subjects, Education Superintendent John White said more than half the state's districts saw improv […]
- LSU-Arkansas game to remain on Friday in 2013 May 22, 2013
  BATON ROUGE (AP) — LSU and Arkansas will play on what has become its traditional Friday slot in 2013 as the two teams will square off in Tiger Stadium on Nov. 29.The Southeastern Conference announced Wednesday the kickoff for the Tigers and the Razorbacks is scheduled for 1:30 p.m. and the game will be televised on CBS.Since Arkansas joined the SEC in 1992, […]
- Oklahoma tornado damage could top $2 billion May 22, 2013
  MOORE, Okla. (AP) — The cost of a massive tornado that battered an Oklahoma City suburb could be more than $2 billion, according to a preliminary official estimate announced Wednesday. State authorities meanwhile said two infants were among the 24 people who perished in the twister.Oklahoma Insurance Department spokeswoman Calley Herth told The Associated Pr […]
- Bears LB Urlacher announces retirement May 22, 2013
  CHICAGO (AP) — Star linebacker Brian Urlacher says he's retiring after spending 13 seasons with the Chicago Bears.The eight-time Pro Bowler announced his retirement through social media accounts Wednesday. In a statement, he says "after spending a lot of time this spring thinking about my NFL future, I have made a decision to retire."Urlacher […]
The Advocate Baton Rouge
- Vehicle crashes into train in north BR May 22, 2013
  Wed, 22 May 2013 17:29:24ADVOCATE STAFF REPORTUPDATED at 11 a.m. A pickup traveling west on Thomas Road in north Baton Rouge Wednesday morning crashed into a train that was stopped on the tracks. The driver of the 1994 Chevy truck, 52-year-old Eric Alexander, told deputies it was dark and he nev...
- Seat belt campaign aims to save lives May 22, 2013
  Wed, 22 May 2013 17:29:24by Jim Mustian Advocate staff writerAdvocate staff photo by TRAVIS SPRADLING Louisiana State Police Trooper 1st Class Jared L. Sandifer operates the LSP rollover simulator, as the driver-dummy ‘Steve’, unrestrained by a seat belt, is ejected from the cab during a demonstration Tuesday at State Police Headquarters. State Police held a […]
- Deputies make arrest in Donaldsonville drive-by shooting May 22, 2013
  Wed, 22 May 2013 17:29:24River Parishes bureauDONALDSONVILLE — Ascension Parish sheriff’s deputies arrested a man accused of firing two shots at another man during an argument Tuesday afternoon on Memorial Drive in Donaldsonville, the Sheriff’s Office reported. Toran Munson, 28, 905 Pine St., Do...
- Police and fire briefs for May 22, 2013 May 21, 2013
  Tue, 21 May 2013 17:29:23Photos provided by Baton Rouge Police Department Baton Rouge police are trying to identify people who burglarized a police bait car in two separate incidents.Suspect in bar-fight death surrenders A Baton Rouge man accused of punching a man during a bar fight who later died of his injuries surrendered to authorities Tuesday, police sa […]
- State Police: Girl, 10, dies, 3 children injured in Tangipahoa crash May 21, 2013
  Tue, 21 May 2013 17:29:23Florida Parishes bureauINDEPENDENCE — A 10-year-old girl died Monday afternoon after she was ejected from a car in a crash on La. 1054 about 3 miles north of La. 40 in Tangipahoa Parish, State Police said. An unlicensed 15-year-old girl was driving a 2004 Pontiac Grand Am...
WBRZ Baton Rouge
- Deadline approaching for Powerhouse Gym claims May 22, 2013
  BATON ROUGE - Attorney General Buddy Caldwell reminded people affected by the failed Powerhouse Gym in Baton Rouge that they should file a claim with the Louisiana Department of Justice's Consumer Protection section by Friday, May 31.Powerhouse Gym planned to open in January 2012, and the owners started charging people for memberships in 2011. Caldwell […]
- 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 […]
- BRPD fugitive caught in Iberville Parish May 19, 2013
  IBERVILLE PARISH - A man who evaded Baton Rouge Police Friday was captured by Iberville Sheriff's deputies Sunday, according to BRPD Cpl. Tommy Stubbs.The pursuit began Friday night when officers tried to stop a car. The driver, Louis Northern, failed to stop and headed west on I-10.Eventually, Northern exited in Iberville Parish and made his way into W […]
WAFB Baton Rouge
- Powerhouse Gym customers urged to file claim May 22, 2013
  The attorney general of Louisiana is urging customers who lost money because of a failed Baton Rouge gym to file a consumer protection claim.
- Juban Crossing bill heads to House floor May 22, 2013
  The idea of a major shopping development moving to Livingston Parish took another step forward Wednesday morning at the Louisiana Capitol.
- LSU - Arkansas to play the day after Thanksgiving May 22, 2013
  Kickoff in Tiger Stadium is scheduled for 1:30 p.m. and can be seen on WAFB-TV.
- Another suspect in St. John Parish deadly deputies shooting pleads guilty May 22, 2013
  One of the suspects in the deadly ambush that took the lives of two deputies of the St. John the Baptist Parish Sheriff's Office pleaded guilty Tuesday to amended charges.
- New line of thunderstorms moving through Baton Rouge area May 22, 2013
  A new line of storms is moving through the Baton Rouge area. According to WAFB Meteorologist Steve Caparotta, the storms do not appear to be severe at this point.
NOLA Headlines
- Senators David Vitter, Frank Lautenberg announce chemical safety compromise May 22, 2013
  WASHINGTON - After more than two decades of impasse over chemical regulations, a bipartisan group of senators Wednesday announced a compromise that won support from both environmental and industry officials."Our bill strikes the right balance between strengthening consumer confidence in...
- Orleans Parish Prison inmate dies May 22, 2013
  John Alexcee Jr. died of terminal cancer Tuesday evening, according to Sheriff's office.
- The Saints' 2013 positives, D-Line position battles, Saints OTA news and more on 'Black and Gold Today' May 22, 2013
  The Saints have several key 2013 additions to help the team rally from a disappointing 2012.
- New Orleans Saints Black and Gold Today: Finally, some football! May 22, 2013
  In today's edition of our New Orleans Saints Black and Gold Today show, host Larry Holder points out all of the positives at the start of OTA's for the team this year. Nakia Hogan comes on to talk about those positives and how the Saints will construct their new D-Line.
- What should be the Pelicans' best option involving their No. 6 overall pick in the NBA draft? May 22, 2013
  New Orleans Pelicans - Question of the Day.
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WWL New Orleans
- Boyfriend booked in death of girlfriend's 20-month-old May 22, 2013
  An illegal immigrant was charged with second degree murder in relation to the death of his girlfriend’s 20-month-old son, according to the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office.
- OPP inmate dies of terminal cancer May 22, 2013
  An inmate from Orleans Parish Prison who passed away late Tuesday night died from terminal cancer, according to the Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office.
- La. students show increase in test scores May 22, 2013
  The percentage of Louisiana students in third through eighth grade who scored at the basic level or above on tests of four subjects increased in 2013, according to the Louisiana Department of Education.
- Orleans Criminal Judge Marullo carjacked, car totalled May 22, 2013
  Orleans Parish Criminal Court Judge Frank Marullo was carjacked Tuesday night after getting out of his vehicle near his Carrollton-area home, according to NOPD Superintendent Ronal Serpas.
- NOPD searching for missing pig statue May 22, 2013
  Police are asking for the public's help in finding a stolen pig statue wearing a chef's outfit.
WDSU New Orleans
- OPP inmate John C. Alexcee, 50, dies of terminal cancer May 22, 2013
  The Orleans Parish Sheriff’s Office says an Orleans Parish Prison inmate died Tuesday night.
- NOPD looking for missing statue of pig in chef’s outfit May 22, 2013
  NOPD is asking for help in locating a stolen statue of a pig in a chef’s outfit.
- Police: Man booked after 20-month-old dies of Shaken Baby Syndrome May 22, 2013
  The Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office say they have charged a Mexican national with second-degree murder of a 20-month-old boy.
- Police: Couple steal printer, flee from police, throw drugs out window May 22, 2013
  Slidell police say a couple led officers on a high-speed chase after stealing a printer.
- Legislation targets new Planned Parenthood Clinic May 22, 2013
  Lawmakers are looking for ways to stall or at least slow down Planned Parenthood's construction of a new facility in Louisiana that would provide abortions in addition to other health care services for women.
WVUE New Orleans
- New Orleans fugitive arrested in California May 22, 2013
  California authorities report they have arrested New Orleans fugitive, Darnell Ellis, who is wanted on charges for drugs and gang activity.
- Suspect arrested for car dealership burglaries May 22, 2013
  A businessman gets results, after making a public plea to help him find the man who he says ripped him off.
- Bob's Battle: Breck finds out the effect of his cancer treatments May 21, 2013
  All the weeks of Bob Breck's radiation therapy have come down to one moment. Blood test results reveal whether the treatments worked.
- Perricone: "I did nothing wrong" in anonymous commenting May 22, 2013
  A former federal prosecutor tells a local community activist he's had enough of her comments.
- La. drivers can't tweet or post to Facebook May 21, 2013
  Motorists in Louisiana will have to add tweets and Facebook updates to the list of activity banned while driving, in addition to texting.
WGSO
- Inside New Orleans May 22 May 22, 2013
- Ringside Politics May 22 May 22, 2013
- In the Mitch Zone May 21 May 22, 2013
- Jude Young May 21 May 22, 2013
- Your Money Your Life May 21 May 21, 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
- Applebee’s sued by woman who claims she was severely injured in fall in oil May 22, 2013
  Scot L. Labourdette GRETNA – A Jefferson Parish woman is suing a Harahan Applebee’s after she was allegedly severely injured after slipping in oil on the floor. Sylvia Parker filed suit against Southern River Restaurants LLC, Applebee’s and Franchise Risk Solutions in the … Read More »
- Medical testing company sued by woman claiming blood clots in lungs due to a fall on cracked sidewalk May 22, 2013
  Darleen M. JacobsNEW ORLEANS – A Chalmette woman is suing medical testing company claiming that she fell on a broken sidewalk adjacent to its building and suffered severe bodily injury. Rebecca Brown filed a lawsuit against Diagnostic Imaging Services Inc. and Touro … Read More »
- Local ship builder sued by employee’s widow for allegedly not paying death benefits May 22, 2013
  Connie P. TrieuGRETNA – A Jefferson Parish woman is suing a ship builder that employed her deceased husband over the death benefits he was supposed to receive, but did not. Thu Huong Hull filed suit against Huntington Ingalls Industries Inc. in the … Read More »
- Woman who broke back in fall after allegedly taking wrong medicine sues pharmacy May 22, 2013
  pillsGRETNA – A Jefferson Parish woman is suing a local pharmacy for injuries she claims to have received when she fell in her home after taking a misfilled prescription. Ruth LeBlanc filed suit against Gros Management Inc., Dekle Drugs, Dekle … Read More »
- NRA loses concealed carry appeal in 5th Circuit Court of Appeals May 22, 2013
  imagesNEW ORLEANS – The National Rifle Association and three individuals lost an appeal in a case centering on the right of 18-20-year-olds to procure a concealed handgun license. The NRA of America Inc., Rebekah Jennings, Brennan Harmon and Andrew Payne … Read More »
Louisiana Political Newswire
- Medicaid expansion, Obamacare rejection bills fail in Louisiana House May 22, 2013
- Senate passes 3 gun bills; one is headed to Jindal's desk May 22, 2013
- Public school aid plan fails May 22, 2013
- Social media driving bill clears final legislative hurdle May 22, 2013
- Legislature holds onto tuition control May 22, 2013
Cenla News
- 75% OF YOU DON'T CARE December 9, 2012
- COUNCIL SEAT CAN BE BOUGHT December 5, 2012
- OVER 70 THOUSAND DOLLARS...SO FAR October 30, 2012
- Council At Large Race $$$$$ update October 24, 2012
- Money Pours Into Rubin Campaign October 7, 2012
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
- 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
- Notable Quotables (in their own words)
- More sordid details emerging in apparent fraudulent Course Choice registrations in three northwest Louisiana parishes
- Course Choice provider who enrolled 1100 students without their knowledge tied to Bush, Romney, Tex. dropout scandal
we saw that…
- easter bunny recycled
- **FLASH** hummingbirds return to rapides parish la 2013
- rapides regional medical center sued for snake infestation
- lt gov jay dardenne issues press release to tout management of department of culture recreation and tourism during budget crisis
- alexandria la.'s haynes best western inn & suites & convention center sued in slip n fall
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CENLA Focus
- 2013 Best of Cenla Reader’s Choice Awards May 6, 2013
- Welcome Happy Morning! May 6, 2013
- See, Save, Celebrate: Preservation Month 2013 May 6, 2013
- Live, Leave, Give – Estate Planning at Its Core May 6, 2013
- Eric Pawlowski May 6, 2013
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 22, 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 24, 2013
- Eastern Pacific Tropical Weather Outlook May 22, 2013
NWS Lake Charles Twitter Feed
- 1133am Flood advisory for St Martin Parish. 1-3 Inches of rain has fallen and with more possible. #lawx http://t.co/ww0cXFpBIY 2 hours ago
- In light of today's weather we are postponing today's NOAA Weather Radio Routine Weekly Test. #NWR #lawx #txwx 3 hours ago
- 816am Nasty storm off the coast of the LA/TX border. Special Marine Warning in effect for possible strong winds. http://t.co/fJqXEIurT2 5 hours ago
- It's Day 5 of National Safe Boating Week! Our topic is Hypothermia. 1.usa.gov/KNXVxk #lawx #txwx 6 hours ago
- 724am Areal Flood Advisory for Iberia and St Martin Parish. Radar Estimates 1-3 inches of rain has fallen in the last hour. 6 hours ago
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Current Watches, Warnings and Advisories for Louisiana Issued by the National Weather Service
- Special Weather Statement issued May 22 at 1:06PM CDT by NWS May 22, 2013
  ...TROPICAL FUNNEL CLOUDS POSSIBLE... AT 103PM...THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE HAS RECEIVED A REPORT OF A FUNNEL CLOUD IN THE VICINITY OF GRAND LAKE LA. A VERY MOIST AND UNSTABLE TROPICAL AIRMASS IS IN PLACE ACROSS THE AREA. MEANWHILE...THE VERTICAL WIND PROFILE OVER THE AREA IS LIGHT AND VARIABLE. THESE CONDITIONS ARE FAVORABLE FOR THE DEVELOPMENT
- Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued May 22 at 12:49PM CDT until May 22 at 1:45PM CDT by NWS May 22, 2013
  THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE IN NEW ORLEANS HAS ISSUED A * SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING FOR... SOUTHERN ASSUMPTION PARISH IN SOUTHEAST LOUISIANA... WEST CENTRAL LAFOURCHE PARISH IN SOUTHEAST LOUISIANA... NORTH CENTRAL TERREBONNE PARISH IN SOUTHEAST LOUISIANA... THIS INCLUDES THE CITY OF HOUMA...
- Special Weather Statement issued May 22 at 12:32PM CDT by NWS May 22, 2013
  ...STRONG THUNDERSTORM MOVING EAST WILL AFFECT ASSUMPTION PARISH... UPPER TERREBONNE PARISH...UPPER LAFOURCHE PARISH... AT 1228 PM CDT...NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE METEOROLOGISTS DETECTED A STRONG THUNDERSTORM 7 MILES WEST OF STEPHENSVILLE...OR ABOUT 11 MILES SOUTH OF PIERRE PART...MOVING EAST AT 20 MPH. THE STRONG THUNDERSTORM WILL AFFECT AREAS IN AND AROUND. […]
- Flood Warning issued May 22 at 12:31PM CDT until May 22 at 3:30PM CDT by NWS May 22, 2013
  THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE IN LAKE CHARLES HAS ISSUED A * FLOOD WARNING FOR... CENTRAL ST. MARTIN PARISH IN SOUTH CENTRAL LOUISIANA... NORTH CENTRAL ST. MARY PARISH IN SOUTH CENTRAL LOUISIANA... NORTHEASTERN IBERIA PARISH IN SOUTH CENTRAL LOUISIANA... * UNTIL 330 PM CDT
- Flood Warning issued May 22 at 12:00PM CDT until further notice by NWS May 22, 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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