The former sheriff of Rapides Parish who was run over and killed this week will be laid to rest today. Andrew Greenstein reports.
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A cold front moves through the state tonight and we are looking at a cooler Saturday. And because of the drier air, gusty winds and ongoing drought, conditions will be favorable for wildfires to start and spread. Intentional burning is not recommended tomorrow.
Universities could permanently ban a student organization if a hazing incident results in a student’s death under legislation heading to the House floor. The proposal is in response to the death of Southern University student Caleb Wilson, who died in 2025 after he was repeatedly punched in the chest during an off-campus fraternity hazing ritual. Caleb’s mother, Urania Wilson, spoke to the House Education Committee.
The legislation would also require organizations to report hazing incidents to the university.
Will Wade is back in Baton Rouge as he’s signed a seven-year deal to coach the LSU men’s basketball team after he was fired by the school four years ago for NCAA recruiting violations. Tiger Rag Editor Glenn Guilbeau says the first person to greet Wade when he got off the plane yesterday was A-D Verge Ausberry…
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