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October 16, 2023

Exonerated murder suspects sue over corrupt 'killer cop's' role in prosecution

Kunta Gable and Sidney Hill, both of whom were wrongly convicted of a 1994 murder in New Orleans, are suing the city over their prosecution.

October 16, 2023

Madison Brooks case: Defense's new motion is 'attempt to circumvent rape shield laws,' lawyer says

Lawyers defending two of the suspects who allegedly raped LSU sophomore Madison Brooks filed a motion to get her phone to find evidence that benefits their clients.

October 14, 2023

Republicans flip Democrat-held Louisiana governor seat in first major contest ahead of 2024 elections

Republicans have won the race for Louisiana's next governor, avoiding a runoff and flipping the Democrat-held seat in the first major contest ahead of the 2024 elections.

October 14, 2023

Meet Neuty the nutria: Improbable Louisiana 'celebrity' shakes up local politics

In a hotly contested statewide election across the state of Louisiana, Neuty the Nutria's seal of approval carries heavy weight — 22 pounds, more or less.

October 14, 2023

Dems, GOP face first test ahead of 2024 elections as voters head to polls in Louisiana

Louisiana voters are heading to the polls Saturday in the first electoral test for Democrats and Republicans ahead of the 2024 elections.

October 13, 2023

'He thinks he's a dog:' Meet Neuty the Nutria and his family

Denny Lacoste, owner of Dennis' Seafood in Metairie, Louisiana, introduces his most famous family member: Neuty the Nutria. Videography: Tommy Johnson

October 13, 2023

Former New Orleans officer's bid for clemency denied in 1995 murder case

A former New Orleans police officer facing execution for her role in a 1995 restaurant robbery that resulted in the murders of a fellow officer and two others was denied clemency.

October 11, 2023

'He thinks he's a dog:' Neuty the Nutria and his family

Dennis Lacoste, owner of Dennis' Seafood in Metairie, Louisiana, introduces his most famous family member: Neuty the Nutria. Videography: Tommy Johnson

October 11, 2023

'He's a celebrity:' Louisiana politician introduces Neuty the Nutria on the campaign trail

Louisiana State Senator Cameron Henry, representing both Orleans and Jefferson Parishes in Baton Rouge, was "endorsed" by Neuty the Nutria ahead of his 2023 re-election bid. Videography: Tommy Johnson

October 10, 2023

Louisiana principal who removed high schooler from student government over dancing video asks for leave

A Louisiana high school principal has requested to be put on leave after he removed a pupil from the student government association over a post-homecoming dance she was seen doing.