Louisiana Tech University’s John D. Winters Endowed Professor of History Dr. Andrew “Drew” McKevitt released his latest book, Gun Country: Gun Capitalism, Culture & Control in Cold War America, which dives deep into the exploration of how the gun culture in America evolved into what it is in the 21st century.
By The Associated Press and MARIA SHERMAN AP Music Writer
Kiss closed out the final performance of their “The End of the Road” farewell tour at New York City’s famed Madison Square Garden. But will it really be the end?
The attacks marked an escalation in a series of maritime attacks in the Mideast linked to the Israel-Hamas war as multiple vessels found themselves in the crosshairs of a single Houthi assault for the first time in the conflict.
The Concordia Parish Sheriff’s Office Cyber Crime Unit began investigating Adam T. Perritt, 26, after he allegedly contacted a minor online for sexual purposes.
By Aaron Dietrich, Megan Murray and Brendon Fairbairn
Oak Grove defeats Kentwood in its ninth straight semifinals appearance, 49-28. Haynesville takes down top seed Logansport, 31-14. The Tigers and Golden Tornado will meet for a rivalry State Championship matchup. OCS’s season ends in the semifinals to Southern Lab, 38-34. The Eagles gave up 19 unanswered points in the fourth quarter.
By Aaron Dietrich, Megan Murray and Brendon Fairbairn
Sterlington falls short to St. James in its twelfth semifinal game in school history, 28-17. The Panthers lose a home playoff game for the first time since 2017 and snap an 11-game winning streak.
By Aaron Dietrich, Brendon Fairbairn and Megan Murray
Union defeated previously unbeaten Jena, 24-16. The Farmers are headed back to the Superdome for the fourth straight season. Top seeded Ruston handled business against Mandeville, 28-7. The Bearcats advance to the State Championship for the second straight season.
