Louisiana

Superdome Renovation Dispute Resolved: Saints Fork Over $11.4 Million in High-Stakes Negotiation with Louisiana Governor!

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New Orleans, Louisiana – A quick resolution was reached in a recent dispute over funding for renovations at the Superdome, as the Saints reportedly paid $11.4 million towards the project. The payment came shortly after a discussion between Saints owner Gayle Benson and Louisiana governor Jeff Landry. The issue came to a head during a meeting of the Superdome Commission, revealing underlying tensions surrounding negotiations for an extension of the team’s lease at the Superdome. …

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High school student shot on the last day of school

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HARVEY, LA – A teenager in Harvey, Louisiana, was apprehended by law enforcement after a shooting at West Jefferson High School. Jefferson Parish Sheriff Joseph Lopinto confirmed the arrest of the 17-year-old suspect, identified as Denis Castro-Andrade. Castro-Andrade was taken into custody at his home and is expected to be charged with several offenses at the Jefferson Parish Correctional Center, which include attempted second-degree murder, possession of a weapon within school premises, and underage possession of a weapon. According to the Sheriff’s …

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Supreme Court Allows Louisiana to Implement Redrawn Congressional Map for 2024 Election, Giving Black Voters More Power

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Washington, D.C. – The Supreme Court has made a decision to allow Louisiana to utilize a revised congressional map for the upcoming 2024 elections. This new map includes a second district where most voters are Black, providing them with a greater opportunity to elect candidates of their choice. The court’s ruling comes after a federal district court previously blocked Louisiana from implementing the newly redrawn map for any future elections. The revised district lines, approved …

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Louisiana Man Left Brain-Damaged After Friend’s Lake Push – Family Calls for Justice

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Farmerville, Louisiana – The family of a 26-year-old man is calling for justice after an incident that left him with brain damage. Christopher Gilbert nearly drowned on April 14 at a lakefront restaurant by Lake D’Arbonne in Farmerville, Louisiana. Gilbert’s mother, Yolanda George, recounted receiving a distraught call from a friend of her son, informing her that Christopher had been underwater for 20 minutes. George explained that her son, who aspires to be a medical …

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Medical student brain dead after friends pushed him into lake

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FARMERVILLE, LA – A hopeful medical student was left in a critical condition after being pushed into a Louisiana lake by his friends despite his inability to swim. The group reportedly watched the incident without intervening, according to sources. The alarming event was captured on video, revealing the group gazing into Lake D’Arbonne shortly after pushing Christopher Gilbert off the dock on April 14. A woman is seen hesitantly entering the water, only to abandon …

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Louisiana teacher allegedly had sex with a student as well as served alcohol to multiple others

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SLIDELL, LA – A high school teacher in Louisiana has been accused of engaging in sexual misconduct with her male students, according to local law enforcement. The teacher, identified as 35-year-old Alexa Wingerter, allegedly sent explicit messages and photos to the students, purchased alcohol for them at local bars, and had sexual relations with at least one of them. The investigation into Wingerter’s actions began in March after the Slidell Police Department received complaints about …

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Three officers shot, gunman dead in police standoff

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KENNER, LA- During a violent standoff with police in Kenner, Louisiana, a gunman wounded three police officers. After opening fire on the officers, the gunman was shot dead by a police sniper who was present at the scene, authorities confirmed. Police were called to a home in Kenner to apprehend Michael Lathers, 31, who was wanted in connection to an earlier double shooting incident. Lathers had also been identified as the suspect for a separate …

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Severe Weather Alert: Louisiana Schools Closing Ahead of Expected Tornadoes – Check if Yours is on the List!

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Covington, Louisiana is bracing for potentially severe weather on Wednesday, prompting closures and safety measures across the region. Schools in Lafourche Parish and Terrebonne Parish have yet to announce closures, while St. Tammany Parish has decided to close all schools and offices due to the anticipated severe conditions. The Emergency Operations Center in the parish is gearing up for potential risks, emphasizing safety as the top priority for students and staff. In neighboring Jefferson Parish, …

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Crawfish Crisis: Louisiana Governor Declares Disaster, Industry in Peril – Urgent Support Needed!

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Baton Rouge, Louisiana – Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry (R) has taken action to address the dire situation faced by the state’s crawfish industry. The governor issued a disaster declaration on Wednesday in response to the extreme drought conditions that have severely impacted the industry. Landry emphasized the widespread effects of the drought on farmers, the economy, and the way of life in Louisiana. All 365,000 acres dedicated to crawfish farming in the state have been …

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Man shoots 3-year-old son and self after elder son is killed in murder

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KENNER, LA – A tragic incident unfolded in a Kenner suburb when a father, grieving over the recent murder of his 18-year-old son, allegedly shot his 3-year-old son before turning the gun on himself. Kenner Police Chief Keith Conley confirmed the toddler was found lifeless when officers arrived at the scene Wednesday night. The father, discovered unconscious outside the residence with a gunshot wound, remained in critical condition as of Thursday morning. The father, identified …

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