 BY DOUG GRAHAM | Staff writer Each spring in Louisiana, students spend several hours over multiple days taking the state's LEAP tests. Many parents and educators argue the tests cause undue stress and take away from actual learning. This year, the English and math tests will be condensed, saving valuable time for learning. “I don't think we'll hear many complaints from parents or kids or teachers about reducing time on testing,” state Superintendent of Education Cade Brumley said. Read about how much less time the tests will take.
In the early stages of World War II, Nazis stole a precious piece of art from the Jewish Austrian owner. Eighty-six years later, at the FBI's New Orleans field office, the small pastel drawing by Claude Monet was returned to the granddaughters of the original owner. Read the tale of how the artwork was recovered.
The LSU defense allowed a school-record 706 yards in last year's 55-49 loss to Ole Miss. How much the Tigers have improved on that side of the ball will be tested Saturday night against the No. 9 Rebels, who have one of the most explosive offenses in the country through six weeks. Read how this Tiger defense may be different. | 
