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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.

October 5, 2023

Louisiana lawsuit challenging age verification for porn websites dismissed, opponents plan appeal

A Louisiana federal judge dismissed a suit brought by an adult entertainment group challenging a state law that mandates sexually explicit websites to verify the ages of their visitors.

October 3, 2023

Former Louisiana teacher who allegedly gave birth to student's baby faces rape, other charges: authorities

A Louisiana woman resigned from her position as a teacher last week and has since been arrested on allegations she gave birth to a student's baby.

October 2, 2023

Grandmother 'sexually humiliated' by police in 'torture warehouse': lawsuit

The Baton Rouge Police Department's now-reassigned Street Crimes Unit is undergoing an FBI investigation following two lawsuits alleging their use of a "torture warehouse."