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Who killed Jimmy Hoffa? A reporter, a prosecutor, and an ex-mobster claim they know

Prison · Alexandria

Who killed Jimmy Hoffa? A reporter, a prosecutor, and an ex-mobster claim they know

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GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) – It's a (nearly) 50-year-old mystery: Who killed Jimmy Hoffa and where is his body? A trio of people has come forward claiming to have the answer that they'll share, if you're willing to pay for it. Investigative reporter Scott Burnstein, retired federal prosecutor Richard Convertino, and former mobster turned informant Nove Tocco say they are going to reveal their findings at a presentation on July 23 at Macomb Commu…See the Story

West Baton Rouge Woman Shocked by Laptop After Lightning Strike Outside Home

Alexandria, Louisiana · Alexandria

West Baton Rouge Woman Shocked by Laptop After Lightning Strike Outside Home

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According to a report by Louisiana First News, a woman was working on her laptop inside her home in the 400 block of Oakleaf Court when lightning struck outside her house.See the Story

Braxton Keith brings 80's country vibe to Shreveport Municipal Auditorium

Alexandria, Louisiana · Alexandria

Braxton Keith brings 80's country vibe to Shreveport Municipal Auditorium

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SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) – It's a busy year for Braxton Keith as he tours around the country. Soon, he'll be parking his truck and bringing his signature '80s country aesthetic to Shreveport. (Photo by Michael Hickey/Getty Images) Calling himself an average man by day and an "avid tonker" by night, Braxton's throwback style has found a home in the hearts of modern audiences. With over 250,000 followers on Instagram and over 360,000 followers…See the Story

Ucore Rare Metals Inc. Secures $18.4 Million Grant to Advance Rare Earth Supply Chain Independence

The U.S. Department of Defense has awarded Ucore Rare Metals Inc. an $18.4 million grant to accelerate the development of its RapidSX(TM) rare-earth separation technology at the Louisiana Strategic Metals Complex (SMC). This initiative represents a critical move towards reshoring the production of rare-earth elements, which are vital for a wide range of technologies, from military applications to renewable energy systems. Currently, China domina…Alexandria, Louisiana · Alexandria Read Article

Relationships line Mark Johnson’s path to Louisiana Christian University presidency • Biblical Recorder

PINEVILLE, La. (BP) — Heather Williams was accustomed to making all As. With her performance less than excellent in Russian class at Washington & Jefferson College in Washington, Pa., she turned to her professor John Mark Scott for advice. “What do you think of that Johnson guy?” she recalls Scott asking. That Johnson guy was [...]Read More...Pineville, Louisiana · Pineville Read Article

Texas man found guilty on drug trafficking, firearm charges by federal jury in Monroe

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MONROE, La. (KTVE/KARD) – Acting United States Attorney Alexander C. Van Hook announced that Charles Logwood, 34, a military veteran from Houston, Texas, with ties to the Monroe area, has been convicted by a jury in Monroe on drug trafficking and firearms charges. Logwood was indicted in February 2024 and charged with possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine and marijuana, and one count of possession of a firearm during a drug traffi…Alexandria, Louisiana · Alexandria Read Article

New Execs Appointed at RoyOMartin

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Jeremy Burford and Cade Young ascend into new roles.Alexandria, Louisiana · Alexandria See the Story

Drug activity linked to Peach St. and Texas Ave. in Alexandria

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ALEXANDRIA, La. (WNTZ) - An investigation sparked by community complaints about drug activity and gunfire in an Alexandria neighborhood has led to multiple arrests and the seizure of large quantities of marijuana, firearms—including machine guns—and cash, according to the Rapides Area Drug Enforcement (RADE) Unit. In early June, RADE agents began receiving reports of several young men allegedly selling marijuana and firing guns at night from a h…Alexandria, Louisiana · Alexandria Read Article

Rival groups dispute leads to gunfire near South Traffic Circle, APD update

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Brian Cespiva elected as new judge for Rapides Parish 9th District

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ALEXANDRIA, La. (WNTZ) — Brian Cespiva has been elected without opposition to serve as a judge for the 9th Judicial District Court in Rapides Parish, he announced in a statement released this week. “I am honored and humbled to have been elected unopposed to serve as a Rapides Parish District Court judge,” Cespiva said. “I view this not as a personal victory, but as a solemn responsibility to uphold the law with fairness, integrity, and impartial…Alexandria, Louisiana · Alexandria Read Article

Louisiana State Police give update to deputy-involved shooting in Winnfield

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