Louisiana school, city office closures: parish-by-parish
With wintry weather forecast for next week bringing freezing temperatures, some schools in Louisiana are announcing closures.
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Louisiana Cancer Research Center CEO Joe Ramos steps down after 3 years. Here's why it matters.
Dr. Joe Ramos, who was hired by the Louisiana Cancer Research Center in 2022 to lead the state’s yearslong effort to secure a prestigious National Cancer Institute designation, is leaving
Louisiana colleges and universities spend minimally on DEI, new reports show
Louisiana lawmakers asked every Louisiana public school to submit a report on their spending related to diversity, equity and inclusion. Based on an Illuminator review of their submissions, there has been minimal spending on these programs.
Louisiana State University Wide Receiver Kyren Lacy Wanted For Fatal Hit-And-Run
Kyren Lacy is a player for Louisiana State University who just confirmed that he would be apart of the 2025 NFL Draft.
University of Alabama President Stuart Bell to step down
Bell started his role as president in July 2015 after stints at Louisiana State University and the University of Kansas. Before that, he had been a on the UA staff for 16 years.
University of New Orleans given approval for furloughs as financial challenges persist
The University of Louisiana System Board of Supervisors approved a request from the University of New Orleans for furloughs for the remainder of the 2024-25 fiscal year. According to UNO, the furloughs are necessary to help address the budget deficit the school is facing.
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Ja'Marr Chase's game jersey and gloves on display at Pro Football Hall of Fame
The Pro Football Hall of Fame is celebrating Ja'Marr Chase's NFL triple crown with a special display of a game jersey and gloves from this season.
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Shreveport native recounts college journey as she nears LSUS computer science degree
Fast forward to 2025, and Tasby is one semester away from a computer science degree at LSUS. Her path to a degree was anything but straight and narrow, but she’s leveraged her outgoing personality – not common in the computer science field – to be a student leader in the LSUS computer science department.
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Southern hosts rival Grambling Saturday in Baton Rouge
The Southern University men’s basketball team will host in-state rival Grambling on Saturday in the Mini-Dome. Southern is undefeated in SWAC play and on a four-game winning streak. The Jaguars are also undefeated on their home court.
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What fast food chain makes the best chicken tenders?
Burger King released its first chicken tenders in the ’80s, and other fast food chains followed suit. In 1996, Todd Graves opened the first Raising Cane’s at Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge, introducing diners to an entire restaurant that celebrates the tender.
Bird flu almost killed this teen. It’s a cautionary tale for Trump officials.
The case of the Canadian teen and the death of a Louisiana man are stark reminders of bird flu’s capacity to ignite serious illness.
Pierre scores 14 as Jacksonville State beats Louisiana Tech 63-61
Jaron Pierre Jr. and Marcellus Brigham Jr. each had 14 points in Jacksonville State's 63-61 win against Louisiana Tech on Thursday night.