There’s no shortage of thoroughbreds boxed into the trailers that rattle into the dirt parking lot at Dominique’s Livestock Market in Opelousas on Tuesdays, to be sold to the highest bidder. Read the full story
The woman killed Monday night in a fiery crash that officials said an 18-year-old intentionally caused was a devoted mother and wife who dedicated her life to inspiring others after she lost a daughter in 2016. Read the full story
The 18-year-old suspect in the fatal, fiery crash that killed a 51-year-old woman Monday night told police that he believed God instructed him to kill himself, which prompted him to plow into another vehicle at a speed of at least 90 mph, according to his arrest warrant. Read the full story
Our Views: Are we moving in the right direction? As LSU football thrives, Louisiana exodus continues
LSU officials are unveiling a newly renovated locker room for the university’s football program this week, and the $28 million price tag for the luxury digs, funded by private donors, has promoted a lively debate on social media about the school’s priorities. Read the full story
Envy is ugly. Some folks just don’t like it when others have nice stuff. Envy says, “Why should you have nice things when I don’t?” Nothing awakens the envious more than opulence. Read the full story
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Zachary man arrested in nightclub shooting that injured 7, Baton Rouge police say; more arrests pending
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U.S. Sen. Bill Cassidy prepares to unveil bipartisan paid family leave proposal
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In lawsuit over 'abysmal' Angola prison medical care, attorneys plan meeting to attempt a settlement
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Baton Rouge teacher is new president of statewide union; 'she is going to be a fighter'
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Two people killed after Amtrak train from New Orleans strikes vehicle in Mississippi
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Suspect on the run in killing of Baton Rouge man found dead in Calcasieu Parish last week
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Medicaid expansion enrollment dips slightly, down 50,000 from peak amid new wage check system
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- Dan Fagan: Quit whining about LSU's fancy new locker room, and Geaux Tigers
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