DONALDSONVILLE — The crash of a 600-foot-long tanker ship into the Sunshine Bridge on Sunday is at least the 21st time maritime traffic has hit the Mississippi River span since it was built in St. James Parish in the early 1960s. Read the full story
A committee of Louisiana's top school board Tuesday recommended revoking the charter for Laurel Oaks Charter School in Baton Rouge over concerns about the safety of students, questionable financial practices and other issues. Read the full story
Zion Williamson is bringing a lot more than dazzling dunks and gravity-defying blocks to New Orleans. Read the full story
The good news for Sean Payton and his coaching staff is that they still have about 2 1/2 months to decide. Read the full story
Two family members of former LSU quarterback Rohan Davey are unnamed individuals in federal court documents alleging fraud by former Our Lady of the Lake hospital head John Paul Funes, according to Business Report. Read the full story
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Gov. Edwards says he's not concerned about losing Democratic support over anti-abortion law
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AT&T eliminates 117 jobs across Louisiana, 1,800 positions nationwide, union says
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It's not what it looks like -- Plaquemine Lions Club explains now-covered 'adult videos' sign
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Dan Fagan: John Bel Edwards is going to have a hard time getting reelected
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Despite rate cuts for 1.4 million Louisiana drivers, state still among most expensive in U.S.
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As legendary Pete Boudreaux retires as track coach, Catholic High hires former LSU standout as replacement
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Lanny Keller: Amid flogging the poor, politicans should be careful of their methods
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