BY MATTHEW ALBRIGHT | Staff writer David Chenevert killed their loved ones. He was sentenced to life without parole, but decades later he has applied for that sentence to be commuted. That has put the family of his victims on an emotional rollercoaster. Some don't want Chenevert to go free, while others are torn. But many of the family members agree: The way the state works with the families of victims needs to be improved. This story gives you a glimpse into the powerful and often complicated emotions the situation has put them through.
When Michael Thomas takes the field, will he still be a beast? After two years out for injuries, it's a question at the back of many Saints fans' minds. It's probably too early to tell. But here's a view into how he's looking in practice — plus some other tea leaves.
When a study looked at 100 metro areas to see where the most homes had mortgages "seriously underwater," it found Baton Rouge had the highest percentage. Here's a look at the numbers and what they mean. |