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Residents of Detroit's historic Lafayette Park are defending their Mies van der Rohe-designed neighborhood against unauthorized utility work, and the courts are listening. A recent jury verdict didn't end their fight – it's just one chapter in their determined effort to protect a piece of architectural history.
Two Lafayette College undergrads just earned the prestigious Goldwater Scholarship, awarded to America's most promising young scientists. Their win celebrates years of late-night lab work and mentorship that's shaping the future of medicine and geology.
A children's science center is teaming up with Lafayette's Good Samaritan Project to make community service more engaging for families. Kids will explore hands-on STEM activities while their parents access healthcare, school supplies, and local resources.
One of Paris's most iconic department stores is showcasing African fashion designers who are creating their own brands and setting global trends. The "Africa Now" event features designers like Senegal's Adama N'Diaye, marking a shift from inspiration source to industry leader.
The Good Samaritan Project is hosting a special gathering Wednesday to celebrate the service and sacrifice of local law enforcement officers. The event reflects founder Paula Davis's deep personal connection to police work through her family's legacy of service.
The Good Samaritan Project honored four Indiana law enforcement agencies in a heartfelt appreciation ceremony. Founder Paula Davis, whose family has deep roots in policing, wanted officers to know their service doesn't go unnoticed.
The Good Samaritan Project is hosting its 6th Annual Cancer Survivor Tea on June 13, bringing together survivors, caregivers, and supporters for an afternoon of celebration and healing. The free event features live music, a butterfly release, and recognition of Cancer Survivor of the Year.
Lafayette Parish students outperformed Louisiana's average by seven percentage points on standardized tests, with 43% achieving mastery or above. The gains came alongside rising attendance rates across all schools in the district.
A community garden paired with a tiny library is bringing fresh food, books, and connection to West Lafayette's Romney Meadows. Two local founders are planning to expand the model across the county.
After two decades as principal at Klondike Intermediate School in Greater Lafayette, Indiana, Scott Peters is starting his 26th year in education with the same passion that brought him to teaching. His secret? Focusing on families, not just classrooms.
French fighter jets painted the sky red, white, and blue over the Statue of Liberty this week, launching a month-long celebration of 250 years of friendship that literally changed world history. The story behind this alliance reveals how France secretly kept America's revolution alive.
After five years of planning, Subaru's Lafayette plant just rolled out its first hybrid vehicle on American soil. The milestone secures jobs and positions Indiana as a key player in the shifting auto industry.
When a driver became trapped in an overturned vehicle underwater, Mississippi firefighters jumped into action and pulled off a life-saving rescue. Their quick thinking and training made all the difference in bringing someone home safely.
When two unprepared hikers collapsed from severe hypothermia on Mount Lafayette, volunteer rescue teams braved dangerous conditions through the night to bring them home safely. One young man who arrived unresponsive regained consciousness after hours of dedicated care.
Jovanda Taylor was living in a truck when she walked into a nursing home for a job interview. Instead of hiding her situation, she asked for help and walked out with both a job and a place to stay.
The Navy men's golf team pulled off a stunning final-round comeback to win their eighth Patriot League Championship, rallying from eight strokes behind to claim victory on rival Army's home course. Senior Chip Deegan sealed the triumph with a playoff win for individual honors.
A Louisiana firefighter braved zero visibility and rising temperatures to save a family dog trapped inside a burning mobile home. The dramatic helmet camera footage shows the reality firefighters face when lives hang in the balance.
Jacob Savoie lost his memory to a rare brain disease during his LSU senior year, but nearly two decades later, he's sharing his survival story through a documentary that celebrates resilience and Louisiana's beauty. "My Missing Mind" screens in Baton Rouge this week as a tribute to healing and hope.
France's elite aerobatic team honored America's 250th birthday with a breathtaking flyover of Manhattan, trailing colorful smoke over the city's iconic skyline. The tribute celebrated centuries of friendship between two nations born from revolution.
A Louisiana firefighter wearing a helmet camera captured the intense moment he rescued a family dog named Chop from a burning mobile home where thick smoke made seeing impossible. The dramatic footage shows what first responders face when they run toward danger to save lives.
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