Monroe News-Star became the head coach in 2013. He went 4-8 during that first campaign, but it proved to be his only losing season through his first seven seasons leading the program. From 2014-19, Holtz went 52-28 at LA Tech. In 2016, he won the Conference USA Coach of the Year as he went 9-5 with a victory in the . In 2019, Holtz enjoyed his first 10-win season at LA Tech going 10-3 with an win.Holtz has taken to six bowl games in his first seven seasons, and the Bulldogs are 6-0 in those bowl games.Here is some basic information about Skip Holtz: Here are five more...…Monroe News-Star became the head coach in 2013. He went 4-8 during that first campaign, but it proved to be his only losing season through his first seven seasons leading the program. From 2014-19, Holtz went 52-28 at LA Tech. In 2016, he won the Conference USA Coach of the Year as he went 9-5 with a victory in the . In 2019, Holtz enjoyed his first 10-win season at LA Tech going 10-3 with an win.Holtz has taken to six bowl games in his first seven seasons, and the Bulldogs are 6-0 in those bowl games.Here is some basic information about Skip Holtz: Here are five more...WW…

Monroe News-StarView CommentsA Monroe man is accused of exposing his genitals to children in public.Herman V. Staten Jr., 63, of Monroe, was arrested Sunday on a warrant stemming from a June complaint.A woman at the Windsor Inn, 2401 Washington St., Monroe, told police on June 29 that Staten exposed his genitals and spoke to her daughter inappropriately. In a request for an arrest warrant, the witness said he pulled his pants down his thighs, exposing himself to the view of juveniles playing nearby, then defecated on the ground.The witness said when he liked a woman or girl's appearance,...…Monroe News-StarView CommentsA Monroe man is accused of exposing his genitals to children in public.Herman V. Staten Jr., 63, of Monroe, was arrested Sunday on a warrant stemming from a June complaint.A woman at the Windsor Inn, 2401 Washington St., Monroe, told police on June 29 that Staten exposed his genitals and spoke to her daughter inappropriately. In a request for an arrest warrant, the witness said he pulled his pants down his thighs, exposing himself to the view of juveniles playing nearby, then defecated on the ground.The witness said when he liked a woman or girl's appearance,...WW…

Monroe News-StarRepublican Louisiana Attorney General Jeff Landry is accusing a state judge of practicing sexism during a hearing last week in which a law was deemed unconstitutional.Ninteenth Judicial District Judge William Morvant, who is also a Republican, ruled that a GOP House petition to spike Edwards' public emergency order needed support from both Legislative chambers to follow the Louisiana Constitution.Landry's team was led by attorneys Angelique Freel and Liz Murrill in a losing effort.In a video posted late Friday, the attorney general said Morvant...…Monroe News-StarRepublican Louisiana Attorney General Jeff Landry is accusing a state judge of practicing sexism during a hearing last week in which a law was deemed unconstitutional.Ninteenth Judicial District Judge William Morvant, who is also a Republican, ruled that a GOP House petition to spike Edwards' public emergency order needed support from both Legislative chambers to follow the Louisiana Constitution.Landry's team was led by attorneys Angelique Freel and Liz Murrill in a losing effort.In a video posted late Friday, the attorney general said Morvant...WW…

Monroe News-StarView CommentsLouisiana is making changes in student discipline laws in connection with virtual learning after a 9-year-old Jefferson Parish student was suspended when the teacher saw a BB gun in his bedroom during online instruction prompted by the coronavirus pandemic.Democratic Gov. John Bel Edwards signed House Bill 83 by Rep. Troy Romero, R-Jennings, into law after it was passed unanimously by the Republican-dominated  Louisiana Legislature during a rare bipartisan moment of the recent Special Session. was initially recommended for expulsion before his...…Monroe News-StarView CommentsLouisiana is making changes in student discipline laws in connection with virtual learning after a 9-year-old Jefferson Parish student was suspended when the teacher saw a BB gun in his bedroom during online instruction prompted by the coronavirus pandemic.Democratic Gov. John Bel Edwards signed House Bill 83 by Rep. Troy Romero, R-Jennings, into law after it was passed unanimously by the Republican-dominated  Louisiana Legislature during a rare bipartisan moment of the recent Special Session. was initially recommended for expulsion before his...WW…

Monroe News-StarView CommentsThe Louisiana Sheriffs' Association is standing with Donald Trump in its first presidential endorsement in the organization's history.Louisiana's sheriffs met via Zoom on Wednesday and followed that with a vote by email in which they backed the Republican president's reelection bid.The sheriffs routinely make endorsements for governor and have backed Democratic Gov. John Bel Edwards in both of his races. Edwards' brother Daniel Edwards is the Tangipahoa Parish sheriff.But the organization said endorsing a presidential candidate is a first. Trump carried...…Monroe News-StarView CommentsThe Louisiana Sheriffs' Association is standing with Donald Trump in its first presidential endorsement in the organization's history.Louisiana's sheriffs met via Zoom on Wednesday and followed that with a vote by email in which they backed the Republican president's reelection bid.The sheriffs routinely make endorsements for governor and have backed Democratic Gov. John Bel Edwards in both of his races. Edwards' brother Daniel Edwards is the Tangipahoa Parish sheriff.But the organization said endorsing a presidential candidate is a first. Trump carried...WW…

Monroe News-StarView Comments is a linebacker for the .After redshirting the 2018 season, Johnson had a solid season in 2019 as a redshirt freshman. He played in all 12 games and recorded 12 tackles. He also forced a fumble in the ULM game vs. Appalachian State.Here is some basic info on Johnson: Here are three more things to know about KeyShawn Johnson. If you're wondering is ULM linebacker KeyShawn Johnson the son of ESPN personality and former NFL wide receiver Keyshawn Johnson, here's your answer. No.  has a son named Keyshawn Johnson Jr., who was a for spring...…Monroe News-StarView Comments is a linebacker for the .After redshirting the 2018 season, Johnson had a solid season in 2019 as a redshirt freshman. He played in all 12 games and recorded 12 tackles. He also forced a fumble in the ULM game vs. Appalachian State.Here is some basic info on Johnson: Here are three more things to know about KeyShawn Johnson. If you're wondering is ULM linebacker KeyShawn Johnson the son of ESPN personality and former NFL wide receiver Keyshawn Johnson, here's your answer. No.  has a son named Keyshawn Johnson Jr., who was a for spring...WW…

Monroe News-StarEach week on ESPN's "College GameDay," the hosts pick a SuperDog team to pull an upset that day.  on Saturday went with . "The Warhawks beat the Bobcats last year," Corso said. "Texas State was 0-6 in away games last year, so Louisiana-Monroe is my upset special." After Corso picked ULM to upset Texas State, analyst Kirk Herbstreit responded, "Basically at this point LC, whatever you say, I'm listening to." Texas State is a 3.5-point favorite against ULM, . ULM defeated Texas State 24-14 in 2019.The Texas State at ULM football game is . The ULM...…Monroe News-StarEach week on ESPN's "College GameDay," the hosts pick a SuperDog team to pull an upset that day.  on Saturday went with . "The Warhawks beat the Bobcats last year," Corso said. "Texas State was 0-6 in away games last year, so Louisiana-Monroe is my upset special." After Corso picked ULM to upset Texas State, analyst Kirk Herbstreit responded, "Basically at this point LC, whatever you say, I'm listening to." Texas State is a 3.5-point favorite against ULM, . ULM defeated Texas State 24-14 in 2019.The Texas State at ULM football game is . The ULM...WW…

Ian RobinsonMonroe News-StarFans who missed out on the Dallas, Houston or New Orleans stops of Beyoncé's critically acclaimed Renaissance World Tour can catch her in theaters in December.The singer released a trailer Sunday to Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé − an upcoming documentary and visual album highlighting the execution and creation of her highest-grossing tour to date − which is expected to hit AMC Theaters, IMAX and Cinemark Theaters on Dec. 1.The tour, which grossed an estimated $461.2 million with an attendance of 2.2. million people, wrapped Sunday at the GEHA Field at Arrowhead...…Ian RobinsonMonroe News-StarFans who missed out on the Dallas, Houston or New Orleans stops of Beyoncé's critically acclaimed Renaissance World Tour can catch her in theaters in December.The singer released a trailer Sunday to Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé − an upcoming documentary and visual album highlighting the execution and creation of her highest-grossing tour to date − which is expected to hit AMC Theaters, IMAX and Cinemark Theaters on Dec. 1.The tour, which grossed an estimated $461.2 million with an attendance of 2.2. million people, wrapped Sunday at the GEHA Field at Arrowhead...WW…

Monroe News-StarView CommentsThe faced Army in a non-conference matchup on Saturday, Sept. 12. Army defeated ULM 37-7.  improved to 2-0. ULM falls to 0-1 overall. Army had 24 first downs compared to nine first downs for ULM. Army finished with 465 yards of total offense mostly behind 436 rushing yards. ULM had 200 total yards and just 37 rushing yards. Army linebacker took the snap on a fake punt and ran 47 yards down the left sideline to put the Black Knights at the ULM 18-yard line with 8:47 left in the third quarter.ULM quarterback Colby Suits found receiver in...…Monroe News-StarView CommentsThe faced Army in a non-conference matchup on Saturday, Sept. 12. Army defeated ULM 37-7.  improved to 2-0. ULM falls to 0-1 overall. Army had 24 first downs compared to nine first downs for ULM. Army finished with 465 yards of total offense mostly behind 436 rushing yards. ULM had 200 total yards and just 37 rushing yards. Army linebacker took the snap on a fake punt and ran 47 yards down the left sideline to put the Black Knights at the ULM 18-yard line with 8:47 left in the third quarter.ULM quarterback Colby Suits found receiver in...WW…

Monroe News-StarView CommentsLouisiana Gov. John Bel Edwards will call a special election on March 20 to fill the 5th Congressional District seat of the late , Edwards' office said Wednesday.Letlow, 41, had been elected to replace incumbent Congressman Ralph Abraham, R-Alto, who didn't seek reelection to honor a three-term limit pledge he made in 2014. Louisiana Secretary of State Kyle Ardoin said he spoke to Edwards late Tuesday night to discuss options.Ardoin said the special election will likely be combined with a 2nd Congressional District election to replace outgoing U.S....…Monroe News-StarView CommentsLouisiana Gov. John Bel Edwards will call a special election on March 20 to fill the 5th Congressional District seat of the late , Edwards' office said Wednesday.Letlow, 41, had been elected to replace incumbent Congressman Ralph Abraham, R-Alto, who didn't seek reelection to honor a three-term limit pledge he made in 2014. Louisiana Secretary of State Kyle Ardoin said he spoke to Edwards late Tuesday night to discuss options.Ardoin said the special election will likely be combined with a 2nd Congressional District election to replace outgoing U.S....WW…