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Buildings sit on Thursday, Sept. 15, 2022 in Downtown, Baton Rouge, La.

Baton Rouge judge rules against Reveille editor-in-chief in records lawsuit

By Claire Sullivan February 23, 2023

A Baton Rouge judge ruled against the Reveille editor-in-chief on Thursday in a public records lawsuit, arguing that documents related to a 2019 internal investigation of an LSU employee are not subject...

Light reflections from downtown Baton Rouge reach across the Mississippi River on Saturday, Feb. 12, 2023, toward the banks of Port Allen, La.

Remote work continues as pandemic regulations fade; experts, workers discuss state of workforce

By John Buzbee February 23, 2023

Baton Rouge’s downtown office buildings are emptier, its traffic lighter, its mom-and-pop restaurants struggling and the job market has seemingly never been more competitive. These are some of the...

Crime Scene Tape

Report: 17-year-old in Madison Brooks case faces tougher charges, will be tried as an adult

By Reveille Staff Report February 22, 2023

The previously unnamed minor charged with the third-degree rape of LSU student Madison Brooks is now facing heavier charges, according to The Advocate. Desmond Carter, 17, has been charged as an adult...

Innovate ticket

Innovate ticket aims to address sustainability, inclusivity, safety and more

By Corbin Ross February 22, 2023

The executive candidates for the Innovate ticket promise to focus on sustainability, inclusivity, safety and more if elected in this spring's election. Political science and screen arts junior Anna...

LSU Faculty senators listen to the meeting on Thursday, Feb. 16 in the Woods Auditorium on LSU’s campus in Baton Rouge, La.

Louisiana faculty sound the alarm on retirement crisis

By Piper Hutchinson February 22, 2023

Note: Click here to view the Louisiana Illuminator's original reporting. Louisiana’s higher education faculty feel trapped. In the early days of their teaching careers, professors are asked to make...

Riverbend Hall sits Saturday, Feb. 18 at Nicholson Gateway Apartments on 2650 Nicholson Dr.

LSU may not have room for everyone who wants to live on campus. How can you secure a spot?

By Oliver Butcher, News Editor February 22, 2023

It’s that time of year again: housing season.From the moment the housing portal opened on Feb. 1 for students to begin the application process for on campus housing, both upperclassmen and current...

The Louisiana State Capitol climbs into the clouds on Sunday, Jan. 22, 2023, on North Third Street in Baton Rouge, La.

Gov. Edwards unveils new budget proposal, eyes money for education

By Molly Ryan and Claire Sullivan February 17, 2023

BATON ROUGE–Gov. John Bel Edwards proposed a budget on Friday that includes a $2,000 pay raise for K-12 teachers that could climb to $3,000 if more money becomes available. He also called for a $1,000...

Rally organizer Nancy Davis speaks about her abortion experience on Sunday, Jan. 22, 2023, from the Capitol steps in Baton Rouge, La.

Louisiana’s near-total abortion ban leaves some aspiring doctors uneasy about practicing in state

By Claire Sullivan February 16, 2023

Cécile Girard, a Lake Charles native, visited a doctor as a high school sophomore to go on birth control. The doctor was adamantly against it. He told her she had a heart condition that meant the...

Munjed Isa, the Challenge presidential candidate, right, and Macye Brown, the vice-presidential candidate, left, pose for a photo. 

Challenge campaign kicks off, seeks to improve transparency and transportation

By Corbin Ross February 15, 2023

Two LSU students are leading the Challenge ticket in the upcoming Student Government election, vying to become the next student body president and vice-president.Biological sciences junior Munjed Isa and...

The 459 Commons sits closed in the dark after a power outage on Wednesday, Feb. 15, 2023, on LSU's campus in Baton Rouge, La.

Power outages reported in at least six buildings on LSU’s campus

By Reveille Staff Report February 15, 2023

At least five buildings on LSU's campus lost power for about an hour and a half Wednesday evening, according to students and social media posts. Outages were reported at the 459 Commons, Miller Hall, Acadian...

First responders stage outside Berkey Hall following shootings on the campus of Michigan State University, Monday, Feb. 13, 2023, in East Lansing, Mich. 

AP: Michigan State urges: ‘Run, Hide, Fight’ as gunfire erupts

By Heather Hollingsworth & Joey Cappelletti February 15, 2023

EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) — They broke out windows to escape, barricaded doors and hid under blankets. They silenced their phones — afraid to make even the slightest sound for hours as police...

The Reggie’s sign sits outside the bar on Wednesday, Jan. 25, 2023, on Bob Pettit Blvd. in Baton Rouge, La.

Report: Suspect in Madison Brooks case brought charges in third rape case

By Reveille Staff Report February 14, 2023

A man charged with rape in the case of LSU student Madison Brooks, who was charged shortly after with the rape of a minor, is now facing charges in a third rape case, according to arrest documents reviewed...