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Louisiana Republicans reject bill that would address split jury verdicts, a Jim Crow-era practice

Republican Party · Baton Rouge

Louisiana Republicans reject bill that would address split jury verdicts, a Jim Crow-era practice

57% Center coverage: 14 sources

What to Know About a Bill to Ban DEI in Louisiana State Government — and Why It's Controversial

DEI · Baton Rouge

What to Know About a Bill to Ban DEI in Louisiana State Government — and Why It's Controversial

Coverage: 5 sources

Members of the Louisiana Legislative Black Caucus remained upset Tuesday after a Republican lawmaker pushed a bill through the House the night before that would ban diversity, equity and inclusion programs in state government.See the Story

Louisiana auto insurance debate overheats as legislation nears finish line

Baton Rouge · Baton Rouge

Louisiana auto insurance debate overheats as legislation nears finish line

75% Center coverage: 4 sources

Tensions are escalating at the State Capitol as a legislative package that attempts to lower auto insurance costs in Louisiana nears its final stage of approval. On Wednesday, the Senate advanced six of the more controversial insurance measures in a…See the Story

Committee Approves Retiring Jersey of LSU Football's Charles Alexander

100% Center coverage: 2 sources

BATON ROUGE, La. (Louisiana First) -- The jersey of Charles Alexander, who was nicknamed by LSU fans as "Alexander the Great," will be retired at a football game this year. The LSU Athletic Hall of Fame Committee unanimously approved the No. 4 jersey retirement. LSU Athletics said Alexander was the first 4,000-yard rusher in the history of the Southeastern Conference and a two-time Heisman Trophy finalist, and he still ranks No. 3 in LSU history…LSU · Baton Rouge See the Story

Omarosa Adds New Legal Accolade To Her Resume! - Above the Law

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Omarosa Manigault Newman has been known as many things over the span of her career: writer, political aide, and a stand-out contestant on the show The Apprentice are just a few. And while it is probably hard for most of our readers to relate to her experiences as a TV star or butt of a Stephen Colbert joke that compares her book to day old sushi, there is one thing may of us can relate to. Omarosa just got her JD! HBCU Gameday has coverage: Oma…Law · Baton Rouge See the Story

Louisiana bids farewell to 105-year-old WWII veteran Gail 'Woody' Richardson

BATON ROUGE - Family, friends and fellow service members stood in quiet tribute Friday as Louisiana laid to rest its oldest veteran, a man whose life embodied sacrifice, resilience and dedication to his country.Gail "Woody" Richardson was 105 years old when he died earlier this week.Born in 1919, Richardson served with the United States Army in Europe during WWII. He was honorably discharged in 1946 with the rank of staff sergeant. “Daddy was a…World War II · Baton Rouge Read Article

Man identified in fatal shooting at Avalon Apartments in Baton Rouge

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

A man killed in double shooting Thursday morning at the Avalon Apartments on Florida Boulevard has been identified, according to Baton Rouge police.Baton Rouge · Baton Rouge Read Article

See how many jobs Baton Rouge has added in the past year

Baton Rouge has added 2,500 jobs over the past year despite a slight dip in April, according to the latest data from the Louisiana Workforce Commission. The Baton Rouge metro’s seasonally adjusted employment in April 2025 totaled 434,000 jobs, down 200 from March but up significantly from April 2024, reflecting steady year-over-year growth. Statewide, Louisiana marked its 49th consecutive month of annual job gains, with total nonfarm employment…Baton Rouge · Baton Rouge Read Article

After nearly nine decades, Owens Grocery & Market remains a soul food icon

For nearly 90 years, Owens Grocery Market & Deli has been a cornerstone of Baton Rouge’s Valley Park neighborhood, serving soul food staples with heart and history, 225 writes. Every morning before sunrise, 75-year-old Cynthia Owens Green crosses the street to the family business her parents founded in the 1930s. From scratch-made breakfasts to daily-changing plate lunches, Green dishes up Southern classics—fried chicken, baked turkey wings, re…Baton Rouge · Baton Rouge Read Article

Fredo Bang Shares "Won't Be Lonely," Releases Album - Ghettoblaster Magazine

Baton Rouge rapper Fredo Bang has dropped a new album, The Big Bang (EMPIRE). The 17-track project features fellow budding rap stars Skilla Baby, YTB FATT, and more. His first album since 2024’s Yes I’m Sad and his first with EMPIRE The Big Bang is a vulnerable snapshot of how isolating life on the streets can be while trying to make it out. The post Fredo Bang Shares “Won’t Be Lonely,” Releases Album appeared first on Ghettoblaster Magazine.Big Bang · Baton Rouge Read Article

This global real estate firm recently expanded into the Capital Region

Global real estate firm CBRE recently enhanced its Louisiana presence by adding a Baton Rouge office with a nine-person team. The team is led by industry veterans Ty Gose and Michael Cashio, who joined CBRE as senior vice presidents. The office, located on Siegen Lane near the intersection of Highland Road, opened May 5. Gose and Cashio have a combined 33 years of experience in commercial brokerage at NAI Latter & Blum. Over the last several yea…Real Estate · Baton Rouge Read Article

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