Dr. Brad Moon, an associate professor of biology, returns an alligator snapping turtle to Cypress Lake on campus. Photo taken by Photo by Doug Dugas
University of Louisiana Lafayette students found an alligator snapping turtle near the Cypress Lake after heavy rains took it out of it's usual habitat.more>>
University of Louisiana Lafayette students found an alligator snapping turtle near the Cypress Lake after heavy rains took it out of it's usual habitat.more>>
Uber launched its controversial ride-hailing service UberX in New Orleans Thursday, one day after Mayor Mitch Landrieu signed off on a set of new laws regulating an industry that some critics describe as unfair competition.more>>
Uber launched its controversial ride-hailing service UberX in New Orleans Thursday, one day after Mayor Mitch Landrieu signed off on a set of new laws regulating an industry that some critics describe as unfair competition.more>>
Jefferson Parish Vice Detectives say they rescued a woman who claims she was drugged and forced into prostitution.more>>
Investigators discovered the woman while working a prostitution sting Monday afternoon at a motel in Harvey. They say she was covered in bruises. more>>
Thursday, April 16 2015 6:10 PM EDT2015-04-16 22:10:11 GMT
A Melbourne, FL man was arrested this week after a concerned citizen reported the man was naked, trying to get into locked vehicles and was performing sexual acts on a nearby tree. Officials believe the man was under the influence of a new designer drug called "Flakka."more>>
A Melbourne, FL man was arrested this week after a concerned citizen reported the man was naked, trying to get into locked vehicles and was performing sexual acts on a nearby tree. Officials believe the man was under the influence of a new designer drug called "Flakka."more>>
Grillocracy is a leading grilling blog featuring BBQ and grilling recipes and tips from top grilling expert Clint Cantwell. Click the link to learn more.more>>
Grillocracy is a leading grilling blog featuring BBQ and grilling recipes and tips from top grilling expert Clint Cantwell. Click the link to learn more.more>>
We have seen a nice break in the heavy rains today as most has fallen to our west and south, but the flash flood watch remains in effect through Saturday night.more>>
We have seen a nice break in the heavy rains today as most has fallen to our west and south, but the flash flood watch remains in effect through Saturday night.more>>
New Orleans police investigate an overnight double shooting in Algiers. The incident happened around 1 a.m. Thursday in the 1500 block of Southlawn Street. more>>
New Orleans police investigate an overnight double shooting in Algiers. The incident happened around 1 a.m. Thursday in the 1500 block of Southlawn Street. more>>
On paper, the evidence in the murder case against Marion "Suge" Knight appears strong: Prosecutors have a surviving witness, video of the former rap music mogul running over two men and Knight's history of...more>>
On paper, the evidence in the murder case against Marion "Suge" Knight appears strong: Prosecutors have a surviving witness, video of the former rap music mogul running over two men and Knight's history of violence and...more>>
Nearly 20 Republican White House prospects will court primary voters in New Hampshire this weekend at a GOP meeting in Nashua.more>>
Nearly 20 Republican White House prospects will court presidential primary voters in New Hampshire this weekend at a state GOP meeting in Nashua. It's the first gathering of its kind in the first-in-the-nation primary...more>>
An Ohio man accused of plotting to commit terrorism in the U.S. after traveling to Syria for terrorist training is expected to enter not guilty pleas at an arraignment.more>>
An Ohio man is expected to enter not guilty pleas to charges that he traveled to Syria and trained alongside terrorists, then returned to the U.S. with plans to attack a military base or a prison.more>>
Thursday, April 16 2015 11:09 PM EDT2015-04-17 03:09:49 GMT
Marion "Suge" Knight is scheduled to return to court Thursday for the conclusion of a hearing in which a judge will decide whether the former rap music mogul will stand trial on murder and attempted murder charges.more>>
Former rap music mogul Marion "Suge" Knight was hospitalized again on Thursday after a judge ordered him to stand trial on murder and attempted murder charges filed after he ran over two men in a parking lot.more>>
The nation's poultry industry may have to live with a deadly bird flu strain for several years, which would be "devastating," the U.S. Department of Agriculture's chief veterinary officer said Thursday.more>>
The nation's poultry industry may have to live with a deadly bird flu strain for several years, which would be "devastating," the U.S. Department of Agriculture's chief veterinary officer said Thursday.more>>
A baggage handler who fell asleep inside the cargo hold of an Alaska Airlines jetliner called 911 after takeoff to say he couldn't get out and needed someone to stop the plane, according to a 911 call released...more>>
A baggage handler who fell asleep inside the cargo hold of an Alaska Airlines jetliner called 911 after takeoff to say he couldn't get out and needed someone to stop the plane, according to a 911 call released Thursday.more>>
Thursday, April 16 2015 9:49 PM EDT2015-04-17 01:49:39 GMT
Homeland Security Secretary Jeh (JAY) Johnson says a gyrocopter that landed on the lawn of the U.S. Capitol "literally flew in under the radar."more>>
The Florida postal carrier charged Thursday with two federal crimes for steering his small gyrocopter through protected Washington airspace "literally flew under the radar" to the lawn of the Capitol, Homeland Security...more>>
Thursday, April 16 2015 6:02 PM EDT2015-04-16 22:02:04 GMT
Whistleblower site WikiLeaks has put hundreds of thousands of emails and documents from last year's Sony hack into a searchable online archive. (Source: Raycom Media)
Whistleblower site WikiLeaks has put hundreds of thousands of emails and documents from last year's Sony hack into a searchable online archive.more>>
Thursday, April 16 2015 5:39 PM EDT2015-04-16 21:39:17 GMT
An Ohio man was indicted by a federal grand jury on terrorism charges Thursday. He allegedly traveled to Syria to train with the Islamic State group.more>>
An Ohio man was indicted by a federal grand jury on terrorism charges Thursday. He allegedly traveled to Syria to train with the Islamic State group.more>>
Thursday, April 16 2015 4:51 PM EDT2015-04-16 20:51:23 GMT
The European Union's competition chief is expected to file a complaint on Wednesday alleging Google has been abusing its dominance in Internet searches.more>>
The European Union's escalating legal attack on Google is likely to ignite a debate about whether the Internet search leader makes life more convenient for consumers or abuses its power to squeeze out rivals who might...more>>
The Louisiana Governor's Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness urges the public to be prepared as another round of potentially dangerous weather is forecast for the next few days.more>>
The Louisiana Governor's Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness urges the public to be prepared as another round of potentially dangerous weather is forecast for the next few days.more>>
Thursday, April 16 2015 4:21 PM EDT2015-04-16 20:21:35 GMT
The International Organization for Migrants says 41 migrants are feared drowned in a new Mediterranean shipwreck.more>>
Italy's migration crisis took on a deadly new twist Thursday as police in Sicily reported that Muslim migrants had thrown 12 Christians overboard during a recent crossing from Libya, and an aid group said another 41...more>>
Thursday, April 16 2015 4:10 PM EDT2015-04-16 20:10:16 GMT
The NFL has reinstated Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson, clearing the way for him to return after missing most of last season while facing child abuse charges in Texas.more>>
Adrian Peterson has been cleared to return to the NFL. Now all that remains to be settled is where he will play next season.more>>
Thursday, April 16 2015 10:00 AM EDT2015-04-16 14:00:14 GMT
A middle-of-the night trip to the emergency room, with her 9-month-old son coughing and laboring to breathe, gave Pam Yorksmith her latest reminder of why she took up the fight for same-sex marriage.more>>
A middle-of-the night trip to the emergency room, with her 9-month-old son coughing and laboring to breathe, gave Pam Yorksmith her latest reminder of why she took up the fight for same-sex marriage.more>>
Thursday, April 16 2015 9:48 AM EDT2015-04-16 13:48:48 GMT
Based on birth certificate data from 36 reporting states, or 83 percent of 2011 live births, nearly 30 percent of women don't wait long enough, getting pregnant again less than 18 months after giving birth.more>>
Based on birth certificate data from 36 reporting states, or 83 percent of 2011 live births, nearly 30 percent of women don't wait long enough, getting pregnant again less than 18 months after giving birth.more>>
Thursday, April 16 2015 9:09 AM EDT2015-04-16 13:09:49 GMT
Malaysia said Thursday that the search area for the missing Flight 370 will be expanded by another 60,000 square kilometers (23,000 square miles) in the Indian Ocean if the jetliner is not found by May.more>>
The search area for the missing Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 will be expanded by another 60,000 square kilometers (23,000 square miles) in the Indian Ocean if the jetliner is not found by May, officials said Thursday,...more>>
Thursday, April 16 2015 6:29 AM EDT2015-04-16 10:29:59 GMT
A Florida postal worker who piloted a gyrocopter onto the U.S. Capitol lawn to call attention to his belief that campaign finance laws are too weak is "a patriot" who first came up with the idea about a year ago, a...more>>
A Florida postal worker who piloted a gyrocopter onto the U.S. Capitol lawn to call attention to his belief that campaign finance laws are too weak is "a patriot" who first came up with the idea about a year ago, a friend...more>>
Thursday, April 16 2015 4:23 AM EDT2015-04-16 08:23:10 GMT
Israelis have come to a mournful, two-minute standstill as sirens pierced the air in remembrance of the 6 million Jews killed in the Nazi Holocaust during World War II.more>>
Israelis have come to a mournful, two-minute standstill as sirens pierced the air in remembrance of the 6 million Jews killed in the Nazi Holocaust during World War II.more>>
Thursday, April 16 2015 2:12 AM EDT2015-04-16 06:12:37 GMT
South Koreans are mourning the hundreds of passengers who died in a ferry sinking a year ago. A variety of memorial services and events are planned nationwide Thursday on the first anniversary of one of the...more>>
Tears and grief mixed with raw anger Thursday as black-clad relatives mourned the 300 people, mostly high school kids, killed one year ago when the ferry Sewol sank in cold waters off the southwestern South Korean coast.more>>
A Marine Corps helicopter has made an emergency landing on a Southern California beach, but no injuries or damage have been reported.more>>
A huge Marine Corps helicopter made an emergency landing on a Southern California beach on Wednesday, bringing no damages or injuries but leaving an unforgettable spectacle for surrounding swimmers and sunbathers.more>>
According to a NOPD report the suspect entered the Burke's Outlet Store on Holiday Drive and stole several pairs of socks. Police say the male suspect put the socks inside a backpack walked out the store and fled on a bicycle.more>>
According to a NOPD report the suspect entered the Burke's Outlet Store on Holiday Drive and stole several pairs of socks. Police say the male suspect put the socks inside a backpack walked out the store and fled on a bicycle.more>>
A man who told police he was homeless man was arrested Tuesday after officers found him trying to hide stolen hubcaps under his shirt, according to the Thibodaux Police Department.more>>
A man who told police he was homeless man was arrested Tuesday after officers found him trying to hide stolen hubcaps under his shirt, according to the Thibodaux Police Department.more>>
In an investigation started by the St. Bernard Parish Sheriff's Office, a California-based supplier of methamphetamine to the parish pleaded guilty to drug charges in federal court Wednesday.more>>
In an investigation started by the St. Bernard Parish Sheriff's Office, a California-based supplier of methamphetamine to the parish pleaded guilty to drug charges in federal court Wednesday.more>>
After a tranquil start to the day, we ended up rocking and rolling through the afternoon with a storm complex that dumped large hail of golf ball size or greater in some cases on a path from Lutcher in St. James Parish through the New Orleans Metro area.more>>
After a tranquil start to the day, we ended up rocking and rolling through the afternoon with a storm complex that dumped large hail of golf ball size or greater in some cases on a path from Lutcher in St. James Parish through the New Orleans Metro area.more>>
Wednesday, April 15 2015 7:39 PM EDT2015-04-15 23:39:07 GMT
SpaceX faces stormy skies for the second day in a row as it tries to launch a shipment of space station groceries.more>>
SpaceX launched a shipment of groceries to the International Space Station on Tuesday, including the first espresso maker bound for orbit. But the company's third attempt to land the leftover booster on an ocean...more>>
Sen. Marco Rubio raised $1.25 million online during his first full day as a White House candidate.more>>
Sen. Marco Rubio raised $1.25 million online during his first full day as a presidential candidate, a person close to the Florida Republican's campaign said Wednesday.more>>
Jefferson Parish officials are looking for ways to secure open canals along roadways in the parish one day after a mother and her daughter were killed when their car careened into a canal.more>>
Jefferson Parish officials are looking for ways to secure open canals along roadways in the parish one day after a mother and her daughter were killed when their car careened into a canal.more>>
Ominous clouds in St. Charles Parish on Wednesday, April 15. (Source: Jon Miller)
As rain poured down through southeast Louisiana, many people took the opportunity to snap some pretty interesting video. Here's what you saw. Copyright 2015 WVUE. All rights reserved.more>>
As rain poured down through southeast Louisiana, many people took the opportunity to snap some pretty interesting video. Here's what you saw. Copyright 2015 WVUE. All rights reserved.more>>
On paper, the evidence in the murder case against Marion "Suge" Knight appears strong: Prosecutors have a surviving witness, video of the former rap music mogul running over two men and Knight's history of...more>>
On paper, the evidence in the murder case against Marion "Suge" Knight appears strong: Prosecutors have a surviving witness, video of the former rap music mogul running over two men and Knight's history of violence and...more>>
The nation's largest gay rights organization and Guam's biggest newspaper are blasting the territory's governor for not allowing marriage licenses to be issued to same-sex couples.more>>
The nation's largest gay rights organization and Guam's biggest newspaper are blasting the territory's governor for not allowing marriage licenses to be issued to same-sex couples.more>>
Appellate judges on Friday were to consider whether to lift a temporary hold imposed by a federal judge in Texas on President Barack Obama's executive action seeking to shield millions of immigrants from...more>>
Appellate judges on Friday were to consider whether to lift a temporary hold imposed by a federal judge in Texas on President Barack Obama's executive action seeking to shield millions of immigrants from deportation.more>>
Appellate judges on Friday will consider whether to lift a temporary hold imposed by a federal judge in Texas on President Barack Obama's executive action seeking to shield millions of immigrants from deportation.more>>
Appellate judges on Friday will consider whether to lift a temporary hold imposed by a federal judge in Texas on President Barack Obama's executive action seeking to shield millions of immigrants from deportation.more>>
Lawyers for jailed millionaire Robert Durst say he wants authorities to return more than $161,000 in cash now held by New Orleans police. The attorneys say Durst got the money legally and it is neither needed for evidence...more>>
A former official of the Louisiana State Board of Cosmetology has pleaded guilty to accepting cash for answers to upcoming questions on board-administered examinations.more>>
A former official of the Louisiana State Board of Cosmetology has pleaded guilty to accepting cash for answers to upcoming questions on board-administered examinations.more>>
Friday, April 17 2015 12:32 AM EDT2015-04-17 04:32:01 GMT
Not only do individuals make a difference in their communities, but whole groups of people make a difference. The community is Aberdeen, and the group of people are former movie-goers who became theatremore>>
Not only do individuals make a difference in their communities, but whole groups of people make a difference. The community is Aberdeen, and the group of people are former movie-goers who became theatre owners. They made a positive influence on Aberdeen at the same time.more>>
Friday, April 17 2015 12:17 AM EDT2015-04-17 04:17:25 GMT
On Friday, nine people will rappel down the Beau Rivage Resort and Casino in Biloxi all to raise money for the Habitat for Humanity for the Mississippi Gulf Coast. more>>
On Friday, nine people will rappel down the Beau Rivage Resort and Casino in Biloxi all to raise money for the Habitat for Humanity for the Mississippi Gulf Coast.
Friday, April 17 2015 12:09 AM EDT2015-04-17 04:09:22 GMT
Drivers headed toward the intersection of Popps Ferry and Pass Roads were confined to a crawl for the better part of Thursday and Wednesday evening following an accident that took out the street lights.more>>
Drivers headed toward the intersection of Popps Ferry and Pass Roads were confined to a crawl for the better part of Thursday and Wednesday evening following an accident that took out the street lights.more>>
Thursday, April 16 2015 11:31 PM EDT2015-04-17 03:31:10 GMT
Two chases in the last forty-eight hours by Richland police into the city of Jackson are raising safety concerns among many in the Capital City. more>>
Two chases in the last forty-eight hours by Richland police into the city of Jackson are raising safety concerns among many in the Capital City. more>>
Thursday, April 16 2015 11:06 PM EDT2015-04-17 03:06:12 GMT
The body of an eight year old child has been recovered from the Amite River. Residents in Centreville are heartbroken to learn the search has come to an end. more>>
The body of an eight year old child has been recovered from the Amite River. Residents in Centreville are heartbroken to learn the search has come to an end. more>>
Thursday, April 16 2015 9:45 PM EDT2015-04-17 01:45:19 GMT
After Metro Council passed a zoning amendment that blocked a group of developers from opening a sex club near Goodpasture Christian School in Madison, many thought the issue was dead.more>>
After Metro Council passed a zoning amendment that blocked a group of developers from opening a sex club near Goodpasture Christian School in Madison, many thought the issue was dead.more>>
Thursday, April 16 2015 6:10 PM EDT2015-04-16 22:10:11 GMT
A Melbourne, FL man was arrested this week after a concerned citizen reported the man was naked, trying to get into locked vehicles and was performing sexual acts on a nearby tree. Officials believe the man was under the influence of a new designer drug called "Flakka."more>>
A Melbourne, FL man was arrested this week after a concerned citizen reported the man was naked, trying to get into locked vehicles and was performing sexual acts on a nearby tree. Officials believe the man was under the influence of a new designer drug called "Flakka."more>>
Thursday, April 16 2015 12:49 PM EDT2015-04-16 16:49:46 GMT
Paul Clark (Source: Sumter County Sheriff's Department)
A 32-year-old Sumter County man stopped dead in his tracks in his attempt to rob a woman at an ATM right after he saw what she was wearing, according to an incident report from the Sumter County Sheriff's Office.more>>
A 32-year-old Sumter County man stopped dead in his tracks in his attempt to rob a woman at an ATM right after he saw what she was wearing, according to an incident report from the Sumter County Sheriff's Office.more>>
Wednesday, April 15 2015 1:24 PM EDT2015-04-15 17:24:20 GMT
Great American Cookie is offering a free sugar cookie per customer in their stores on April 15, no purchase necessary. Source: Great American Cookie Facebook page
You may be sick and tired of looking at, working on or talking about taxes this year but at least you can get some good deals on April 15.more>>
You may be sick and tired of looking at, working on or talking about taxes this year but at least you can get some good deals on April 15.more>>
On paper, the evidence in the murder case against Marion "Suge" Knight appears strong: Prosecutors have a surviving witness, video of the former rap music mogul running over two men and Knight's history of...more>>
On paper, the evidence in the murder case against Marion "Suge" Knight appears strong: Prosecutors have a surviving witness, video of the former rap music mogul running over two men and Knight's history of violence and...more>>
Kenneth Branagh has assembled a troupe including Judi Dench, Rob Brydon and "Game of Thrones" star Richard Madden for a season of plays under the banner of the Kenneth Brangah Theatre Company.more>>
Kenneth Branagh has assembled a troupe including Judi Dench, Rob Brydon and "Game of Thrones" star Richard Madden for a season of plays under the banner of the Kenneth Brangah Theatre Company.more>>
Director Peter Jackson has taken time off making movies to create a museum exhibition he hopes will give people new insight into World War I.more>>
Taking a break from filmmaking, Peter Jackson has created a museum exhibition he hopes will broaden people's perception of World War I from monochrome to color.more>>
Wisconsin-based outdoor apparel retailer Duluth Trading Co. has settled a lawsuit from Eagles founding member Don Henley alleging trademark infringement.more>>
Wisconsin-based outdoor apparel retailer Duluth Trading Co. has settled a lawsuit from Eagles founding member Don Henley alleging trademark infringement.more>>
Ten top physicians want Columbia University to remove celebrity doctor Mehmet Oz from his medical faculty position.more>>
Columbia University has not removed TV celebrity doctor Mehmet Oz from his faculty position as a group of top doctors has demanded, citing his "egregious lack of integrity" for promoting what they call "quack treatments."more>>
Tuesday, April 14 2015 12:41 AM EDT2015-04-14 04:41:01 GMT
The House Democratic Caucus responded to the Governor's opening session remarks, saying Jindal damaged Louisiana while putting his own political interests first.more>>
The House Democratic Caucus responded to the Governor's opening session remarks, saying Jindal damaged Louisiana while putting his own political interests first.more>>
Evangelist Franklin Graham prayed on a sidewalk outside the Pentagon Thursday after his invitation to a prayer service inside was withdrawn because of comments that insulted people of other religions.
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