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Deadline Approaches For $1M Contest To Fight ‘Dead Zones’
Tulane University is accepting entries for ideas on how to combat "dead zones" in the Gulf of Mexico--and elsewhere around the globe.
Les Miles’ Son Says He’ll Play Fullback At Nebraska, Not LSU
Ben Miles, one of the top-rated fullbacks in the nation, announced his pledge on Twitter on Sunday.
Peaceful Remembrance For Man Killed By Police In Baton Rouge
Friends and family remember Alton Sterling as he was laid to rest Friday.
Police: Woman Tries To Hit Deputy With Truck, Shot In Wrists
Forty-year-old Melissa Belanger was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries and will be charged with attempted murder.
U.S. Unsettled After Three Shootings In Four Days
The United States has had to come to terms with the deaths of two black men at the hands of police, as well as, the deadliest day for U.S. law enforcement since 9/11.
Black Lives Matter Supporters Condemn Violence In Dallas
Some Black Lives Matter supporters are condemning the slayings of police in Dallas
Suit Seeks Voting Rights For Felons On Parole, Probation
A lawsuit filed in state court seeks to restore voting rights for some 70,000 Louisiana felons who are on probation or parole.
Teens Arrested For Lying About Man In Deputy Shooting
The teenagers were arrested for lying about the location of a man who allegedly shot two deputies.
Food Stamp Numbers Jump In La., Decrease Nationwide
Part of the increase has to do with unemployment. Part has to do with a better sign-up system.
Assistant Principal Faces Murder Charge In Co-Worker’s Death
Police arrested Marks on June 10 after Washington's 3-year-old daughter was found alone near her mother's car.
Police: Asst. Principal Arrested After Woman Disappears
Police suspect foul play in the disappearance of the 40-year-old Baton Rouge woman.
Unclaimed Mega Millions Prize Set To Expire May 1
A $25,000 Louisiana Lottery Mega Millions prize won for the Nov. 3, 2015, drawing is close to expiring.