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7 hours ago
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Kyren Lacy's Death at 24 Sheds Light on Black Male Suicide Crisis
Kyren Lacy was a 6-foot-2 Southeastern Conference football player with a broad, if often absent, smile, a love for Buffalo Wild Wings and lemonade. Some sports analysts even predicted that the Louisiana State University senior might go to a National Football League team as early as the second round of the draft this year. Instead, Lacy died by suicide at 24 and was buried on the final day of the NFL draft. The reason why a young person would end their life was, for a few weeks, the subject of rampant speculation, mostly on social media, websites, and podcasts that cater to Black audiences and the sports obsessed. Lacy had talked with friends for years about wanting into the NFL and the league pay that would eliminate his family's financial worries, friends said. Then, in his final months, a tangle of events appeared to endanger that. Speculation about the reasons Lacy ended his life, experts say, is common but not productive or sensitive to family members left behind. Also, there is rarely a single reason, said Janelle R. Goodwill, who has spent the past decade studying Black mental health and suicide prevention. 'People aren't experiencing just one thing in a vacuum,' Goodwill said. Across the population, the list of experiences and conditions that put people at greater risk of suicide is long but for young adults also includes impulsivity — a hallmark of the still developing human brain — and access to guns. In 2023, 55% of all suicides involved a firearm. The uncertainty about what led Lacy to end his life in many ways reflects a growing phenomenon. In the past five years, Black boys and young men are increasingly dying by suicide. During that time, Black male death by suicide grew almost 22%, the second-largest suicide rate increase in the country. Although researchers have struggled to pinpoint a reason for the increase, some of their findings suggest that for Black men and boys, concerns and stressors related to their futures, difficulties expressing distress and seeking help; narrow, even dehumanizing notions of masculinity, life meaning and success all may play some role. A 2023 study published in the Journal of Racial and Ethnic Health Disparities examined why Black adults age 18 to 30 have considered suicide. The most common reasons subjects reported varied by gender. Black men most frequently reported feeling hopeless about the future. 'It didn't specify the source of hopelessness,' said Goodwill, a psychologist at the University of Chicago whose research focuses on the mental health of Black Americans, suicide prevention and mental health promotion. 'But that is what I am focusing on now, trying to really understand.' In his final season, Lacy tied for the SEC lead for most touchdowns by a receiver. Off the field, Lacy had two younger brothers, a mother, a girlfriend, and a Dodge Charger for which he often expressed love. And when he graduated from LSU in December with a degree in sport management, he posed for all the usual cap and gown pictures with each of his parents. But, the final months of Lacy's life were, objectively, challenging. On Dec. 17, two days before graduation, Lacy was involved in a fatal car crash in Lafourche Parish, Louisiana. It took the life of Herman Hall, 78. Police said that Lacy had been speeding and crossed the centerline in a no-passing zone, causing other vehicles to crash, then failed to stop or render aid. Lacy turned himself in to authorities on Jan. 12. He was arrested; booked on charges that included negligent homicide, felony hit-and-run and reckless operation of a vehicle in connection with the December crash; then released on $151,000 bond. Lacy's lawyers disputed state police allegations that Lacy had caused the crash and failed to stop, insisting that both would be disproven in court. Some LSU fans defended Lacy on social media as an innocent man or a 24-year-old who made a terrible mistake. Others described Lacy as an entitled killer and prison bound. By February, the NFL revoked Lacy's invitation to the NFL scouting combine, a 4-day event that allows NFL scouts to evaluate draft prospects' skills. On March 26, Lacy participated in LSU's Pro Day, where NFL staff observe players in action and the details of their performance and body are posted online for all to see. On April 12 in Houston, where Lacy's mother lives, Lacy got into an argument with a relative, according to the Harris County Sheriff's Office. The argument escalated then moved outside where police said Lacy fired a weapon into the ground then drove off. Worried, the relative called the police. Harris County officials described briefly following Lacy in what was not a high speed chase. Then Lacy's car crashed. Inside, officers found Lacy with a fatal gunshot wound. A hearing in his negligent homicide case was scheduled for the following week. Lacy's parents, girlfriend, coaches, lawyers and agent did not respond to requests for comment. Several have issued statements, including Lacy's father, Kenny Lacy. 'Young parents, start talking to your kids at a very early age and make sure they are confident and comfortable confiding in you,' the elder Lacy wrote on Facebook the day after his son died. 'Don't be cool with 'I'm Alright, or I'm good' when you know deep down something isn't right. Mental Health is real, and for the most part, it's invisible, don't ignore the signs, even if they may seem small.' It's an alarming warning, much like the nation's suicide data. Perhaps even more alarming: death by suicide is often undercounted or mischaracterized. When Michael Curtis, a California native, moved to Georgia for graduate school, he found himself near a large number of rural communities with significant Black populations. Curtis and his research collaborators found that in these rural places, 1 in 3 Black men had recently experienced suicidal thoughts. Growing up in rural communities with large Black populations today often means living in a community where all sorts of resources — including jobs and opportunities — are scarce, Curtis said. In these environments, it can be difficult to have healthy, trusting relationships of any kind, the study found. By young adulthood, that mistrust can lead to feelings of isolation, which can prompt thoughts of suicide. And those who face more adverse childhood experiences than others were most likely to struggle, said Curtis, who is today a therapist and assistant professor at the University of Minnesota's College of Education and Human Development. The communities Curtis researched are much like Lacy's hometown, Thibodaux, Louisiana, population 15,626, where the U.S. Census Bureau estimated in 2023 that 22% live in poverty. In Curtis' practice — he specializes in treating boys and young men, many of them Black — there is another issue that often arises. It, too, echoes in what is known about Lacy's life. 'A lot of them are being told that their bodies — either through sports or through manual labor — are the only things that they have to offer,' Curtis said. 'For many men who seem to have a talent for sports, from near birth, they're being told that they are going to be professional athletes one day.' Curtis treated one young man who had made it to the NFL but played a year before an injury forced him out. The man had pivoted into mentoring and coaching, and was distressed by the number of parents describing their 8-year-olds as destined for professional sports and a means to escape poverty or simply retire. Others are surrounded by people who only want to talk to them about their performance or a statistically unlikely pro sports career that, if it happens, is usually over by the time they're 35. Inside the world of Division I college sports, student athletes also face tremendous amounts of pressure to perform and demands on their time and bodies to practice, travel and play. There is pressure to say and do things that appeal to fans and coaches who control their scholarships, any possible future in pro sports and, now, companies and advertisers who control access to name, image and likeness (commonly known as NIL) dollars. The latter gives student athletes the possibility of collecting a fraction of the billions made from college sports but, thus far, only a few have managed substantial income, said N. Jeremi Duru, a lawyer and professor at American University's Washington College of law and a leading expert in legal matters in sports. Some students, particularly student athletes of color, also face a complicated mix of admiration, jealousy, bigotry, and constant high performance expectations. In a December 2023 survey of 23,272 student athletes, the National Collegiate Athletic Association found that the share who reported feeling anxious, sad, or overwhelmed had improved since 2020, but indicators of student athlete distress remained 'relatively high.' The highest rates of mental health struggle were reported by athletes of color, women, and LGBTQ student athletes. Read More: Racism Pervades College Sports. It's Taking an Alarming Toll on Athletes On April 12, NFL wide receiver Malik Nabers was napping when a stream of buzzing sounds from his silenced phone notifications woke him, Nabers recounted on a sports podcast. The texts were notes of condolence. Lacy was dead. On YouTube: LSU Teammate Kyren Lacy hypes up Jayden Daniels and Malik Nabers after being drafted in Round 1 Nabers, drafted by the New York Giants in 2024, and Lacy were both sons of Louisiana and raised primarily by their mothers. While they were teammates at LSU, the two often worked out together and remained good friends. Lacy was going through a tough time. Nabers knew that. But 10 hours before his death, Lacy had seemed OK. 'This was like the first person close to me that I've lost,' Nabers said on the podcast. If you are facing mental health struggles, emotional distress, alcohol or drug use concerns, dial 988. Counselors are available free of charge, nationwide, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. The post Kyren Lacy's Death at 24 Sheds Light on Black Male Suicide Crisis appeared first on Capital B News.
Yahoo
6 days ago
- General
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Where you can get a deal for your meal on National Hamburger Day
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) – Happy National Hamburger Day! If you're in the Shreveport area, several national chains are offering delicious deals today. Here are a few participating restaurants in or near Shreveport. Buffalo Wild Wings – 50% off any burger. Available today only when you order takeout or delivery with Buffalo Wild Wings GO. Use promo code: GOBURGER Dairy Queen (DQ) – DQ restaurants say they are giving burger lovers a reason to celebrate without the splurge. Starting May 26 through June 1, fans can buy any Signature Stackburger and score a second for just $0.99. This offer is available on any of their five Signature Stackburgers. Kroger – Kroger is offering a six-pack of Private Selection Angus Beef Chuck Patties for just $6.99. This coupon is valid from May 28 to May 31 and can be used in-store or for online pickup. You can find and redeem the coupon through the Kroger app as well. Free WhatABurger – WhatABurger will be selecting 75 winners to win free burgers for a year. Order any number one through number 8 Whatameal online or scan your app in-store on May 28, and you'll be entered for a chance to win Whataburger for a Year. Whataburger Rewards members can enter by emailing to enter at sweepstakes@ 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
USA Today
7 days ago
- Business
- USA Today
Celebrate National Burger Day 2025 with 6 incredible deals on May 28
Celebrate National Burger Day 2025 with 6 incredible deals on May 28 Happy 2025 National Burger Day to all who celebrate — and really, don't we all celebrate burgers most days of the year, especially on Wednesday, May 28? And here's another question I need answers to: why is May 28 National Burger Day? Unfortunately, that's not what we're here to answer. We know what you're here for to find out about free or discounted burgers, and we want to get to that as fast as possible so you can eat your food fresh. Let's stop writing about burgers and get to the important stuff here: A partial list of joints that we've found who will give something away or sell you burgers for less than the usual price on Wednesday, May 28: Buffalo Wild Wings If you use the code GOBURGER you can get a burger half off through Buffalo Wild Wings Go. Wendy's You can get a Jr. Bacon Cheeseburger for just one cent (!) through their app. Burger King If you spend just a $1 or more on Wednesday, you get a free burger. Dairy Queen Order a Stackburger and get another one for 99 cents. Shake Shack Spend $10 or more and use the code BURGERMONTH to get a free ShackBurger. Smashburger You can use the code JUST528 to get burgers for $5.28.
Yahoo
27-05-2025
- Business
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Buffalo Wild Wings announces Lebanon County grand opening
LEBANON, Pa. (WHTM) — A new Buffalo Wild Wings location in Lebanon County is gearing up to make its official debut later this week. abc27 news reported earlier this month that officials with Buffalo Wild Wings first confirmed that a new restaurant would soon be opening its doors at 1960 Quentin Road in North Cornwall Township. The new 2,000 square foot Buffalo Wild Wings GO will officially open its doors on Wednesday, May 28, with a ribbon cutting ceremony scheduled to begin at 11 a.m. To celebrate the opening, Buffalo Wild Wings is inviting guests to enjoy free giveaways, a balloon artist, and more from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. 'We are thrilled to introduce the Buffalo Wild Wings GO brand in the Lebanon Valley, our first location in Lebanon,' said Dip Shah, the General Manager and Operator of 8XL Restaurant Group. 'GO makes it easy and convenient to get Buffalo Wild Wings fan favorites for pickup or delivery. We look forward to opening our doors to the Lebanon community!' Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now The new Lebanon Buffalo Wild Wings GO will offer dine-in, takeout, and delivery options for customers to utilize. The new 'GO' concept was first launched in 2020 and is designed to streamline guests' orders. According to Buffalo Wild Wings GO, the new restaurant will offer traditional and boneless wings, hand-breaded tenders, chicken sandwiches, burgers, sides, and all 26 of Buffalo Wild Wings' signature sauces and dry rubs. Once open, the new restaurant will operate daily from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. and it will employ 10 crew members. Buffalo Wild Wings was founded in 1982 and is now the largest sports bar brand in the United States, boasting more than 1,300 restaurants in nine global markets. abc27 news will keep you updated as more information becomes available. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Memorial Day weekend food deals and discounts to keep an eye on for Monday
Memorial Day weekend is here, and many people are planning on weekend barbecues, trips to the lake and taking a day off from work. Along with the festivities to look forward to, many restaurants and stores are offering food deals to help get through the weekend. Memorial Day, on Monday, May 26, is a national holiday meant to honor deceased members of the United States military. The first widely celebrated Memorial Day took place on May 30, 1868, to commemorate the sacrifices of Civil War soldiers. Since then, the country has held celebrations for military members who died in service. Here are some restaurants offering meal deals this weekend. Over Memorial Day weekend, Friday through Sunday, Denny's guests can enjoy $10 off a purchase of $30 online when using the code SUNFUN. The Dunkin' is introducing its summer drink lineup just in time for Memorial Day weekend. For just $3 on Memorial Day, you can order a medium-sized Tropical Guava and other varieties of Refreshers, including Mango Pineapple, Strawberry Dragonfruit and Raspberry Watermelon, with your choice of Sparkling Water or Lemonade. Dunkin' Rewards members will earn 100 Bonus Points when they order ahead via the app on Memorial Day. Fazoli's is offering an excellent promo for anyone feeling lazy on Monday. On May 26 only, guests can receive $10 off orders of $50 or more at participating locations with code 'Memorial25'. You should consider adding one of their new ravioli dishes, including Fresh-Tossed Ravioli, Chicken Ravioli Alfredo, Garlic Chicken Ravioli or Three-Meat Ravioli. From May 26 to June 1, Grubhub+ members can save at five major chains: Buffalo Wild Wings, Sonic, Arby's, CVS, and Dunkin'. While these deals aren't exclusive to Memorial Day, they do line up perfectly. Buffalo Wild Wings: BOGO wings (up to $15) on orders $20+ SONIC: 25% off orders $20+ (max $6) Arby's: 20% off orders $25+ (max $7) Dunkin': 25% off orders $20+ (up to $7) CVS®: 30% off orders $35+ (max $12) Through early June, customers at Insomnia Cookies can get three free cookies when buying a pack of nine. That's 12 cookies for the price of nine. While not fast food, Kroger offers value grilling bundles for the upcoming weekend. The bundles amount to about $3.50 per person and provide enough food to feed 16 people. The deal includes quarter-pound burgers and hot dogs along with all the favorite side dishes. Olive Garden is offering a deal through its delivery program over Memorial Day weekend. To kick off its new mobile service, the chain offers free delivery for the first 1,000,000 people to take advantage of it. Order all your favorites on the Olive Garden website or app, then use the OGDELIVERS code. Perkins will honor military personnel at all locations on Memorial Day with a free Magnificent Seven Breakfast. A valid ID is required to redeem the offer of two eggs, two Applewood smoked bacon strips, and three buttermilk pancakes. Popeye's is offering a discounted meal now through May 26. Visitors can order two original chicken sandwiches for $8 through the website or the Popeyes app. According to its website, Wendy's will offer exclusive deals for veterans this weekend. Wendy's participates in the WeSalute program, a free veteran-founded initiative that verifies veterans' status to unlock deals at national chains on military-based holidays. This article originally appeared on Memphis Commercial Appeal: Memorial Day 2025 food deals, discounts for the holiday
