Join Us for Fair Maps Advocacy Day
Tomorrow, communities from across Louisiana will gather at the Louisiana State Capitol for Fair Maps Advocacy Day to demand fair representation and equitable congressional maps. The day begins at 7:00 AM with breakfast and a briefing at 1040 Main Street in Baton Rouge before supporters head to the Capitol for the redistricting session. Advocates, community leaders, and residents will stand together to support testimony, engage the legislative process, and ensure the voices of impacted communities are heard. Redistricting shapes political power, representation, and the future of Louisiana communities — and this Advocacy Day is about making sure fairness remains at the center of that process.
Eugene Collins explains why he’s supporting Nick Albares for U.S. Senate, pointing to years of public service, healthcare advocacy, and a people-first approach to leadership. In this Collins The Brand opinion piece, Collins argues that Louisiana deserves leadership focused on real outcomes, trust, and communities too often left behind.
National Coalition of 100 Black Women Metro Baton Rouge Giving Tuesday 2025 Campaign
The National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc. – Metropolitan Baton Rouge Chapter has launched its GivingTuesday 2025 online fundraising campaign, joining the global day of generosity that encourages people to give back on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving.
Black Girl Magic Meets Rural Medicine: A New Clinic for Bogalusa
I’ve been hanging out in Bogalusa lately, and witnessing the grand opening of Dr. K’s Family Medicine felt like watching hope walk into the room. Black women medical professionals from across the country showed up strong, making it clear this clinic is more than a building—it’s a lifeline. In a rural community long denied access, this Black woman-led practice is real transformation in real time.
Bogalusa’s Young Mayor vs. the Machine
At 23, Tyrin Truong made history as Bogalusa’s youngest mayor, promising reform and transparency. Two years later, he’s indicted—accused of crimes that don’t add up. After exposing nearly $500,000 in questionable spending from the previous administration, the system turned on him. What began as a baseless “drug probe” became vague corruption charges with no proof of personal gain. In Louisiana’s Deep South, where political hits come on paper, Truong’s real offense seems to be challenging old power.
Police Raid Disrupts Local Mentorship Program
Police Raid Disrupts Local Mentorship Program
Guilty Until Proven Innocent—Episode 2: Power, Perception & the News Cycle
Episode 2 of Guilty Until Proven Innocent is here—where public perception isn’t always reality. Hosts Eugene Collins and Ron Haley planned to cover mental health in high-profile professions, the “Molester Mayor” scandal in DeRidder, and Donald Trump’s attack on NIL—but breaking headlines forced a pivot.
Fighting the Cuts: Baton Rouge Puts Families First
Fighting the Cuts: Baton Rouge Puts Families First
This Saturday July 26 Baton Rouge will be one of many cities across the country joining a national day of action to say loud and clear our families come first not billionaires not corrupt politicians and not harmful policies.
Old Voices, New Heat: Guilty Until Proven Innocent Podcast
Baton Rouge, LA – Seasoned advocates Ron Haley, former civil rights attorney, and Eugene Collins, former NAACP President, are bringing unapologetic truth to the mic with the launch of their new podcast Guilty Until Proven Innocent.
Zachary Disabled Veteran and Former Mayor Pro Tem Seeks Justice Following PTSD-Related Arrest at McDonald’s
Montgomery, who lives with PTSD, says he notified both McDonald’s staff and responding Zachary police officers of his medical condition, including a gout flare-up that left him unable to walk. After arriving to pick up a mobile order placed by a friend, staff told him to come inside — then called police when he explained he couldn’t.
BRAVE Cave: A Dangerous Past, A Risky Future
Recently, I had the pleasure of joining What’s Going On with Dr. James Gilmore alongside expert panelists Attorney Daniel Druilhet and Attorney Ryan Thompson.
Baton Rouge High Schoolers Lead Anti-ICE Protest
A group of high school students organized an anti-ICE protest in downtown Baton Rouge today, calling for an end to deportations and greater protections for immigrant families. Led by Iran Garza, the demonstration aimed to raise awareness and demand change.
