'I've never seen anyone die like that'

with Kelly P. Kissel | Metro editor

Thanks for stopping by on hump day. We hope the downhill side of your week goes smoothly. Here are some of our top stories.

Going carbon-negative

A $750 million plant slated for Geismar will turn wood residue into a chemical used in the manufacture of plastics, according to state economic officials. Our Robert Stewart has more on the announcement.

'I've never seen anyone die like that'

Grim details continue to emerge at a Baton Rouge homicide trial. The defendant testified last night that he was forced to look as his cousin strangled a couple with zip ties.

Nine holes with Paul Mainieri

Sports writer Wilson Alexander played nine holes of golf with former LSU baseball coach Paul Mainieri. He finished the round over par, but does that really matter?

Check back through the day for updates.