 BY VICKI FERSTEL | Staff writer Louisiana is the nation's leading producer of blue crabs. But an unseen predator may challenge that standing: derelict crab traps that continue capture the crustaceans and other critters. This year, state officials targeted Lake Maurepas for their annual "crab trap rodeo," designed to clear the waters of the devices.
Yes, Caitlin Clark upended "Pistol" Pete Maravich's NCAA career score record, but LSU's coach Kim Mulkey cautions against the comparison. "What Clark has done is unbelievable and her name will be right up there at the top, but he played over here with no three-point line, three years," Mulkey said. Read staff writer Patrick Magee's story here.
The best things we ate this week: grilled sheepshead and piquillo peppers are on the list. Our staff writers continue their weekly food journeys through Baton Rouge's restaurant scene. | 
