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The former longtime executive director of the national Delta Kappa Epsilon fraternity says the national organization has known for at least 30 years that LSU’s chapter had severe problems and that those meant to supervise the fraternity within LSU knew of problems as well. Read the full story
- DKE fraternity's history includes burning pledges with brand, 'suspicious activity' with goats
- House of horrors: Allegations after LSU DKE members' arrests point to fraternity code of silence
- LSU admins on leave amid questions over handling DKE abuse; ex-student affairs president left in January
- LSU hazing complete coverage: See allegations, past problems, more of DKE fraternity, members
A high ranking official in the Louisiana GOP has revealed that some Republicans are holding out hope that another candidate will enter the governor's race this fall, after two candidates already in the race reported raising less than $1 million combined in 2018. Read the full story
The left eastbound lane of Interstate 10 near La. 415 in West Baton Rouge reopened after an accident closed all lanes, according to a DOTD post. Read the full story
A shipping company has been convicted of dumping oily waste into the Gulf of Mexico, the U.S. Department of Justice has announced. Read the full story
An 18-wheeler overturned on Interstate 10 east in West Baton Rouge early Tuesday, scattering bell peppers, cucumbers and tomatoes across the shoulder of the interstate. Read the full story
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16-year-old dies after being shot while riding bicycle; BRPD investigating shooting
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The Advocate honored with George Polk Award for 'Tilting the Scales' series on split jury verdicts
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Rain, field conditions postpone LSU baseball's game at Northwestern State on Wednesday
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Life without parole sentence for Baton Rouge man who murdered at 17 will stand, judge says
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As heavy rain, winds moves in to Southeast Louisiana Tuesday, hail and tornadoes possible
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Ascension sheriff: Two arrested in shooting over parking spots at Catch-22 gas station in St. Amant
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West Baton Rouge Sheriff Mike Cazes announces fifth-term run in October election
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- Grace Notes: LaToya Cantrell fills her coffers, with the help of some old adversaries
- Our Views: Despite Trump's 'declaration of emergency,' flood money is safe— But what about next time?
- Walt Handelsman: Another Emergency
- Letters: New Orleans' new airport is going to worsen carbon emissions
- Letters: Yes, the GOP could have funded the wall
- Stephanie Grace: Even as power plant progresses, Entergy New Orleans has earned ongoing skepticism
- Grace Notes: As New Orleans Mardi Gras parades roll, Goodell will be glad NFL refs can't see
- Our Views: When political deadlock threatened Mardi Gras and brought it to a halt on Canal Street
