Christian Shumate named to New Orleans Pelicans Summer League roster

LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - The high-flyer Christian Shumate, known for his signature ‘Shu Slams,’ has been named to the New Orleans Pelicans NBA Summer League roster. Shumate wrapped up his collegiate career this past season, helping to propel...

UPHILL BATTLE: New Orleans Saints' Moliki Matavao FACES Hardest Path To Roster Among Draft Class

New Orleans events: Running of the NOLA Bulls, 'Midsummer Night's Dream' and more on July 7-13

Looking for more to do this week? Check out the latest on Gambit's calendar at calendar.gambitweekly.com. Running of the NOLA Bulls The Running of the NOLA Bulls is the highlight of the weekend-long San Fermin in Nueva Orleans festival. Events...

Louisiana student praised by Gov. Landry for heroic efforts during deadly Texas floods

According to Gov. Landry, Foltz played an “instrumental role” in moving 14 campers to safety at Camp Mystic. NEW ORLEANS — A Louisiana college student is being recognized for her bravery after helping lead 14 campers to safety during the...

Baton Rouge Post Grad Academy getting ready for upcoming season

BATON ROUGE— Baton Rouge Post Grad Academy is gearing up for its upcoming basketball season starting November 2025. Director Patrick Robinson and Head Coach Kenneth Brown said the non-profit organization started four years ago in an effort to help...

Find out which ex-LSU basketball player is on the New Orleans Pelicans' Summer League team

This past season, Baker played 27 games for the Iowa Wolves in the NBA G League. He averaged 4.4 points and 2.3 rebounds in 9.3 minutes. The Pelicans also added former McNeese State player Christian Shumate for Summer League. The 6-6 wing averaged...

Louisiana Police Officer Stabbed to Death at His Home

ST. GABRIEL, La. (KPEL-FM) - A police officer was found stabbed to death at his home in St. Gabriel on Sunday morning, and his accused killer has been arrested, according to authorities. Victim Identified as Captain Devin "Curly" Boutte The police...

Cheapest diesel in cities across East Baton Rouge Parish in week ending June 28

Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commissioner Allison Clements | www.ferc.govFederal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commissioner Allison Clements | www.ferc.gov There were two gas stations in cities across East Baton Rouge Parish...

New Orleans Pelicans officially announce signing of Kansas basketball’s Hunter Dickinson

LAWRENCE — The New Orleans Pelicans have officially announced the signing of Kansas basketball product Hunter Dickinson, following the end of the 2025 NBA Draft last month. Although Dickinson wasn’t selected during this year’s NBA draft, New...

New Orleans Pelicans sign Kansas basketball standout Hunter Dickinson

LAWRENCE — The New Orleans Pelicans have officially announced the signing of Kansas basketball product Hunter Dickinson, following the end of the 2025 NBA Draft last month. Although Dickinson wasn’t selected during this year’s NBA draft, New...

Editorial: Supreme Court's delay in districting case puts Louisiana's politics in turmoil

In the seemingly interminable turmoil over Louisiana’s congressional district shapes and boundaries, the U.S. Supreme Court left Louisiana in limbo last week. Rather than issuing a decision on the case of Louisiana v. Callais, which challenged the...

Coast Guard, Louisiana teams join multi-agency response to severe flooding in Texas

The U.S. Coast Guard and emergency responders rescue campers and residents from severe flooding in Texas. KERRVILLE, Texas — The U.S. Coast Guard and Louisiana emergency responders are working alongside Texas agencies to rescue residents and...

Baton Rouge Rougarou taking donations for Texas flooding recovery efforts

BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - The Baton Rouge Rougarou baseball team is taking donations in support of recovery efforts following deadly flooding in Texas. Authorities said at least 51 people have been killed, and 27 girls are missing as a result of...

This Day in History: July 6, 1894 Louisiana Tech University began

MONROE, La. (KNOE) - Every day leading up to the 250th anniversary celebration of the Declaration of Independence, KNOE will bring you “This Day in History” as part of an overall “We the People” initiative. On July 6, 1894, State Representative...

Sen. Jenkins says 'one, big beautiful bill' could impact 1.6M in Louisiana

Cheapest premium gas in cities across West Baton Rouge Parish in week ending June 28

Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Chairman Willie L. Phillips | www.ferc.govFederal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Chairman Willie L. Phillips | www.ferc.gov There was a single gas station in cities across West Baton Rouge Parish...

Louisiana task forces deployed to assist in Texas flood response

Louisiana Task Force 2 and Louisiana Task Force 3 have been deployed to Texas to support ongoing emergency efforts in response to the flooding in Kerr County. The task forces include personnel from the Baton Rouge, Zachary, West Feliciana, East...

Louisiana sends first responders to Texas to help recovery from Hill Country floods

Louisiana first responders are on the ground in Texas helping search for survivors following a series of destructive flash floods. Twelve specially-trained firefighters from the Baton Rouge, Zachary, West Feliciana, East Side and Shreveport Fire...

Louisiana first responders deployed to Texas to assist in flood emergency efforts

A 12-person team of Louisiana first responders specializing in swift-water rescue and urban search and rescue was dispatched Saturday to aid in Texas flood emergency efforts. At least 67 people have died and dozens remain missing, per AP and...

Volunteer opportunities in Acadiana, Baton Rouge, New Orleans and Shreveport/Bossier

The Clay Center of New Orleans, 1001 Broad St., New Orleans, is a nonprofit organization that serves to grow, support and elevate ceramic art and artists by bringing high-quality ceramic art exhibitions, education, outreach and professional...