American Press

06/11/2026

Authorities said the incident appeared to begin as ICE agents attempted a traffic stop on the subjects. The individuals stopped at the intersection and then fled from agents on foot.

A U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent allegedly fired at least one gunshot while attempting to execute an arrest warrant in DeRidder Thursday afternoon. Track marks are still visible in […]

06/11/2026

Dr. John Noble, a dedicated surgeon and longtime advocate for McNeese State University, died on Thursday. “Dr. Noble was fully devoted to advancing McNeese through his service to the ULS […]

06/11/2026

A former correctional officer with the Allen Parish Sheriff’s Office has been arrested following an investigation into alleged communications and a conspiracy involving a detainee housed at the ICE Detention […]

06/11/2026

Since April, 519 hospitals have either received letters of warning or, in more severe cases, requests to submit plans to provide transparent pricing.

The Trump administration warned more than 500 hospitals this week that they are failing to provide the public with basic pricing information. This federal push enforces a 2019 executive order […]

06/11/2026

"Don’t let anybody fool you, LSU dodged a bullet," says Jim Gazzolo. "When Brendan Sorsby picked Texas Tech over the Tigers last winter, it was considered a big loss for new coach Lane Kiffin."

Don’t let anybody fool you, LSU dodged a bullet. When Brendan Sorsby picked Texas Tech over the Tigers last winter, it was considered a big loss for new coach Lane […]

06/11/2026

The McNeese State University men’s rodeo team has claimed its fifth straight championship title in the National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association’s (NIRA) Southern Region.

Special to the American Press The McNeese State University men’s rodeo team has claimed its fifth straight championship title in the National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association’s (NIRA) Southern Region, while the […]

06/11/2026

The Faye Brown Blackwell Juneteenth Festival is more than an event — it is a community celebration of freedom, culture, history, music, unity and legacy.

The Faye Brown Blackwell Juneteenth Festival is more than an event — it is a community celebration of freedom, culture, history, music, unity and legacy. Juneteenth commemorates June 19, 1865, […]

06/11/2026

"N.C. State is investigating whether LSU improperly induced Coach Wade to breach his Employment Agreement, induced Coach Wade to terminate his Employment Agreement, and interfered with the timing of termination of the Employment Agreement to result in lower liquidated damages – all to N.C. State’s detriment,” N.C. State Vice Chancellor and General Counsel Allison B. Newhart wrote.

N.C State is investigating potential legal claims against LSU tied to men’s basketball head coach Will Wade leaving for a second stint coaching the Tigers. That includes whether LSU violated […]

06/11/2026

The Cameron Ferry crossing will resume 24-hour operations beginning Friday, June 12. Motorists should expect delays during the hours of 12:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. due to regularly scheduled maintenance activities and are encouraged to plan their travel accordingly.

06/10/2026

The “surreal” season of Eric Nachtsheim continues to earn honors. For the second time in as many days, the McNeese Baseball right-hander earned a major award for his record-setting senior campaign.

By Jim Gazzolo The “surreal” season of Eric Nachtsheim continues to earn honors. For the second time in as many days, the McNeese State right-hander earned a major award for […]