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St. Landry Parish Grand Jury Issues Life Sentence Indictments for Filial Murder and Disturbing Rape Case

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Opelousas, Louisiana – A St. Landry Parish Grand Jury has handed down indictments against two men, one for allegedly murdering his mother and the other for a separate rape incident. Both face serious charges that could lead to life sentences without the possibility of parole, probation, or suspension of their sentences. Aaron Lloyd, 34, is accused of killing his 65-year-old mother, Lisa Lloyd. The incident reportedly took place on June 22 when law enforcement received calls suggesting that Aaron Lloyd had made confessions about the murder. Authorities found Lisa Lloyd’s remains concealed in a trash … Read more

AME Awards 2025 Celebrate Bold Marketing Innovations: Champions Tackle Social Issues from Beauty Standards to Immigrant Rights

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New Delhi — The New York Festivals AME Awards®, honoring marketing effectiveness globally since 1994, revealed its winners for 2025. This year’s competition saw a diverse range of entries from six continents, showcasing innovative campaigns that addressed significant social issues. The victors were chosen by a Grand Jury made up of executives and strategic thinkers in the industry, who assessed submissions on their creativity and tangible results. The jury conferred several top honors, including the prestigious AME Grand Award (Best of Show), three Regional Campaign of the Year awards, and the inaugural AME WE Champion … Read more

West Alabama Legislators Gear Up for 2026 Session with 13 Newly Prefiled Bills, Addressing Key Issues from Student Safety to Cannabis Regulation

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Three state legislators from West Alabama have prefiled a total of 13 bills for the upcoming January 2026 legislative session. Among them, Representative Ron Bolton has introduced five bills, while Senator Gerald Allen has submitted six, and Senator April Weaver has proposed two. Rep. Bolton’s bills address a variety of issues. One significant proposal, HB 29, seeks to include sexual extortion that results in the death of a minor under 18 within manslaughter charges. Another measure, HB 32, aims to revise weight and age limits for child passenger restraints and increase penalties for violations. Additionally, … Read more