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• Fire crews respond to early morning fire along La. 1019 Play Video

  June 6, 2026 11:09 AM

  LIVINGSTON — Livingston Fire Protection District 4, along with the Livingston Parish Sheriff's Office, responded to an early morning structure fire on La. 1019 near the Hunstock Road exit on Saturday. According to officials, the fire began around 4:15 a.m. when a tree limb fell on electrical wires attached... more »

• 3 women arrested for shoplifting at Juban Crossing despite Livingston Parish Sheriff's warning Play Video

  June 6, 2026 10:32 AM

  DENHAM SPRINGS — The Livingston Parish Sheriff's Office arrested three women on Friday for allegedly stealing from an Academy at Juban Crossing. According to the sheriff's office, on Friday, deputies received information that three women had targeted stores in other jurisdictions and planned to make a stop at Juban... more »

• Proclamation of Emergency closes Livingston Parish waterways as rising water levels cause flooding Play Video

  June 6, 2026 9:33 AM

  LIVINGSTON — Waterways in Livingston Parish are closed until further notice, according to a proclamation of emergency authorized by Parish President Randy Delatte on Saturday morning. The closure comes as rising water levels have caused localized flooding in several low-lying areas near waterways throughout the parish. The Livingston... more »

• Livingston Parish President says 'wet soil conditions' delaying Burgess Road Bridge project

  June 4, 2026 2:03 PM

  DENHAM SPRINGS — Livingston Parish President Randy Delatte pointed to recent rainy conditions as a reason for delays in a Thursday update on the Burgess Road Bridge project, but said officials are working to accelerate construction. Delatte said the parish's main focus has been on the south side bridge... more »

• LSP investigating after woman was struck by truck, killed in front of La. 42 home in Livingston Parish Play Video

  May 26, 2026 9:58 AM

  LIVINGSTON — A 20-year-old pedestrian died after being struck by a truck in front of her house along La. 42, Louisiana State Police said. Christa Prestridge walked into the roadway in front of her home near Range Line Road in Livingston Parish around 7 p.m. on Monday when a... more »

• Louisiana vehicle inspection stickers could soon be replaced by $6 QR code Play Video

  May 20, 2026 6:48 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Louisiana State Representatives voted in favor of a bill on Wednesday that would replace the statewide annual vehicle inspection sticker with a QR code. Currently, Louisiana drivers pay $10 to $25 for a safety inspection sticker. The QR code would cost drivers $6, and scanning it... more »

• Subject of documentary arrested for rape bonds out of the Livingston Parish Detention Center Play Video

  May 16, 2026 8:02 PM

  LIVINGSTON — The subject of a documentary who was arrested for rape bonded out of the Livingston Parish Detention Center on Friday. Ricky Foster , 46, was originally arrested on April 1 after he was accused of 10 counts of third-degree rape, 10 counts of extortion and four counts... more »

• Livingston Parish plans to release 12 road projects for bid this year, with 3 expected to begin soon

  May 11, 2026 5:07 PM

  LIVINGSTON — Officials in Livingston Parish plan to release 12 road projects for bid this year as the parish continues making investments into its Better Roads Program. The announcement comes as bond funding was approved for the parish's infrastructure. So far, three projects are expected to begin within the... more »

• Man arrested for shooting at LPSO deputies found guilty of attempted first-degree murder Play Video

  May 11, 2026 12:01 PM

  DENHAM SPRINGS — A man arrested on five counts of attempted first-degree murder of a police officer after he fired shots at deputies with the Livingston Parish Sheriff's Office was found guilty following a three-day trial in Livingston Parish, the 21st Judicial District Attorney's Office said. According to District... more »

• Crews work to clear fallen trees across the region as storms move through the capital area

  May 9, 2026 9:22 AM

  LIVINGSTON — Several trees are down on roadways throughout the region as bad weather moves through the capital area on Saturday. According to the Livingston Parish sheriff's Office, trees are down on Tyler Ballard Road near Abe Linder Road, La. 444 at Gum Swamp Road, South Satsuma Road, North... more »

• Several parts of capital area dealing with flooding after heavy storms Play Video

  May 8, 2026 3:21 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Several areas in the capital region are experiencing flooding following a storm. The Livingston Parish Sheriff's Office reported that Eden Church Road near North Park in Denham Springs is impassible due to high water. The sheriff's office said that it has received several high-water reports... more »

• Candlelight vigil announced for crossing guard struck by vehicle in Livingston Parish Play Video

  May 3, 2026 9:41 AM

  DENHAM SPRINGS — A candlelight vigil was announced for crossing guard Katy Wells , who died after being hit by a vehicle at a Denham Springs elementary school on Thursday. Wells was on duty at Gray's Creek Elementary when she was struck by a truck on Highway 16. Darren... more »

• Livingston Parish deputies attempting to identify 4 people accused of using counterfeit money

  May 2, 2026 3:35 PM

  DENHAM SPRINGS — The Livingston Parish Sheriff's Office asked the public for help in identifying three people in connection with items being purchased with counterfeit bills. According to the sheriff's office, two women, along with a man, were attempting to purchase items with counterfeit $100 bills. Deputies are also... more »

• Community mourns the loss of beloved Livingston crossing guard Play Video

  May 1, 2026 7:26 PM

  LIVINGSTON - A crossing guard who spent more than four decades helping students get to and from school safely was killed on duty on Thursday, April 30. Katy Wells was managing traffic outside Gray's Creek Elementary School, according to the Livingston Parish Sheriff's Office. Deputies say a truck hit... more »

• Over $2 million secured for safety efforts in Livingston Parish in new funding bill for DHS

  May 1, 2026 1:54 PM

  LIVINGSTON — Over $2 million has been secured for Livingston Parish in a funding bill for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. The parish now has $2.6 million in Community Project Funding to aid public safety efforts, with funding being used to construct an emergency operations center. The center... more »

• Truck overturns at intersection of Clinton Allen, Magnolia roads in Denham Springs

  April 29, 2026 10:30 AM

  DENHAM SPRINGS — A truck overturned along Clinton Allen Road at the intersection of Magnolia Road in Denham Springs on Wednesday. The crash, which is expected to cause delays, was first reported at 9:13 a.m. No injuries were reported, Livingston Parish deputies said. Deputies said to expect delays... more »

• Livingston Parish fire chief disciplined; board names acting chief in meantime Play Video

  April 27, 2026 3:17 PM

  DENHAM SPRINGS — A Livingston Parish fire chief is being disciplined after allegedly using a racial slur during a meeting, and the fire district board has named an acting chief. In early April, allegations surfaced that Livingston Parish Fire Protection District 5 Chief Joe Koczrowski used a slur during... more »

• Patient flown to hospital in critical condition following crash involving dump truck in Livingston Parish Play Video

  April 27, 2026 3:16 PM

  WALKER — The Livingston Parish Sheriff's Office is responding to a crash involving a dump truck on La. 447 and Genre Drive. According to the sheriff's office, first responders are currently on the scene. A patient was flown by helicopter to a local hospital in critical condition. All... more »

• 32-year-old arrested for allegedly selling drugs near Southeastern Louisiana University Play Video

  April 20, 2026 4:06 PM

  HAMMOND — Police arrested a man accused of selling marijuana and THC vapes near Southeastern Louisiana University campus. The Hammond Police Department said it was alerted by the Livingston Parish Sheriff's Office that Gage Banks, 32, was recently arrested in Livingston Parish for allegedly having marijuana and THC vapes.... more »

• Livingston Parish Animal Shelter's food bank running 'critically low,' asks community for donations Play Video

  April 15, 2026 1:37 PM

  LIVINGSTON — The Livingston Parish Animal Shelter said its pet food bank is running "critically low," and they are in need of donations. The shelter said that since it opened the food bank, it has distributed 1,576 pounds of dog food and 606 pounds of cat food to the... more »

• Our Lady of the Lake unveil new emergency department observation unit opening at Walker facility Play Video

  April 14, 2026 2:28 PM

  WALKER — A new emergency department observation unit is opening at Our Lady of the Lake's Walker facility. OLOL celebrated the completion of the 10-bed unit at a ribbon-cutting on Tuesday after starting construction on the project last year. Hospital officials say that this is the first unit... more »

• Ochsner Health Center in Denham Springs reopens several weeks after car crashes into facility Play Video

  April 14, 2026 11:57 AM

  DENHAM SPRINGS – More than a month after it closed following a car crashing into it, the Ochsner Health Center location in Denham Springs along La. 16 has begun taking patient appointments again. A woman backed her car into the facility on March 5, resulting in a loss of... more »

• Livingston Parish hosting free dumpster event as part of Love the Boot Week Play Video

  April 14, 2026 8:42 AM

  LIVINGSTON — Livingston Parish will be hosting a free dumpster event to help residents clean up the area. The event will be held at the Livingston Parish Department of Public Works on Saturday, April 18, from 7:30 a.m. to noon. Residents must have a Louisiana ID to participate,... more »

• Boil water advisory issued for multiple areas in town of Livingston Play Video

  April 13, 2026 10:30 AM

  LIVINGSTON — A boil water advisory was put into effect on Monday in the town of Livingston. Residents along Ruth Drive, Chelsea Drive and Black Mud Road have been asked to boil all water used for drinking, cooking, brushing teeth or preparing food for at least one full minute... more »

• Livingston Parish president releases statement after parish government ordered to pay $37,000 in legal fees Play Video

  April 10, 2026 7:13 PM

  LIVINGSTON — Livingston Parish President Randy Delatte released a statement on Friday after the Louisiana Supreme Court ordered the Livingston Parish government to pay over $37,000 in legal fees. A former board member of the Livingston Parish Convention and Tourism Board, Harold Marcell Parker Jr., filed a lawsuit against... more »

• Livingston Parish deputies arrest woman in connection with December theft

  April 10, 2026 6:45 PM

  LIVINGSTON — A woman was arrested following an investigation into a theft at a local bar, according to the Livingston Parish Sheriff's Office. Deputies said that two women were originally wanted in connection with the theft of a purse from a local bar following a large bar fight in... more »

• Live Oak High School lifts lockdown after Livingston Parish Sheriff's Office investigates threat Play Video

  April 10, 2026 10:33 AM

  WATSON — Livingston Parish Sheriff deputies investigated a potential threat made to Live Oak High, resulting in the school's administration placing the campus on lockdown on Friday. According to deputies, the school received a threatening call around 9 a.m. Deputies said that there is currently no evidence of... more »

• Firefighters put out fire along Timber Lane in Livingston Parish Play Video

  April 10, 2026 10:17 AM

  DENHAM SPRINGS — Firefighters in Livingston Parish put out a fire along Timber Lane in a neighborhood off Pete's Highway on Friday. Crews from the Livingston Parish Fire Protection District 5 responded to the fire around 9 a.m. The residents of the home were able to make it... more »

• Livingston Parish classroom brings real-world space exploration into curriculum with Artemis watch party Play Video

  April 9, 2026 6:56 AM

  DENHAM SPRINGS — A fifth-grade class in Livingston Parish is taking science lessons to new heights as they look to the stars with Artemis II. Students in Mrs. Howell's class at Seventh Ward Elementary School tuned in live to a broadcast of the Artemis mission around the moon. She... more »

• Livingston Parish Library board raises director salary in attempt to attract candidates, report says Play Video

  April 8, 2026 2:52 PM

  LIVINGSTON — As it continues to search for a new Library Director, the Livingston Parish Library Board of Control voted to increase the position's salary and change the wording of the job listing in an attempt to attract more candidates, according to a report by The Livingston Parish News. ... more »

• Former Livingston public works director accused of using town funds to buy vehicle parts and settle debt Play Video

  April 6, 2026 12:31 PM

  LIVINGSTON — Investigative auditors said the Town of Livingston's former public works director allegedly used the town's funds to pay for vehicle parts and settle a personal debt. According to the Louisiana Legislative Auditor, former public works director Patrick Bell approved the purchase of $1,624 in vehicle parts in... more »

• Honduran national pleads guilty to attempted coercion of who he thought was Denham Springs minor

  April 6, 2026 9:39 AM

  BATON ROUGE — A Honduran national pleaded guilty to attempted coercion and enticement of a minor, the United States Department of Justice said Monday. According to the department, in February 2025, 28-year-old Alexander Ruiz-Ponce convinced whom he believed to be a 14-year-old girl in Denham Springs to have an... more »

• Subject of documentary who was arrested for rape in Livingston Parish has bond set to $850,000 Play Video

  April 2, 2026 6:11 PM

  LIVINGSTON — The subject of a documentary who was arrested for rape had his bond set to $850,000, jail records show. Last week, the Livingston Parish Sheriff’s Office received allegations of sexual abuse involving Ricky Foster. A documentary, "The Devil Wears Dunks," which has garnered millions of views online,... more »

• Ricky Foster, subject of documentary, arrested for rape in Livingston Parish Play Video

  April 1, 2026 12:50 PM

  LIVINGSTON — A Livingston Parish man who was the subject of a documentary called "The Devil Wears Dunks" has been arrested for rape. Last week, the Livingston Parish Sheriff’s Office received allegations of sexual abuse involving Ricky Foster. The documentary, which has garnered millions of views online, brought new... more »

• Livingston Parish deputy resigns after arrest on forgery charges Play Video

  April 1, 2026 10:57 AM

  LIVINGSTON — A Livingston Parish clerical deputy has resigned after she was arrested on forgery charges. Courtney Moran, 46, worked at the Livingston Parish Detention Center for eight years before her Wednesday arrest. According to deputies, on March 23, detectives received a complaint from a man whose credit... more »

• Town of Livingston lifts boil advisory after water line struck on Utah Street Play Video

  March 31, 2026 5:12 PM

  LIVINGSTON - A major water line was struck in the town of Livingston, leading all government buildings to be closed for several days, officials said. A water line was hit on Utah Street off Red Oak Road on Tuesday, the town of Livingston said. Officials on scene said they... more »

• South Carolina pastor arrested on molestation charges in Louisiana, where he used to work Play Video

  March 31, 2026 1:46 PM

  LIVINGSTON — A South Carolina preacher who worked in Louisiana two decades ago has been jailed in Livingston Parish on a pair of molestation charges, court records show. Douglas Zeb McDaris, 74, was pastor at the Oakview Baptist Church in Livingston Parish from May 2005 to May 2006, according... more »

• Motorcyclist arrested after leading officers on multi-parish chase, Hammond police say Play Video

  March 31, 2026 1:44 PM

  HAMMOND — Hammond police arrested a motorcyclist after he allegedly led officers on a multi-parish chase. The Hammond Police Department says an officer tried to stop Thomas Gainey, 29, of Ponchatoula, when he was spotted driving 70 miles per hour in a 45 mile-per-hour zone. Gainey allegedly did... more »

• Livingston Parish fire crews respond to kitchen fire at Juban Crossing Play Video

  March 29, 2026 7:25 PM

  DENHAM SPRINGS — Fire crews in Livingston Parish responded to a kitchen fire at a Picadilly at Juban Crossing on Saturday afternoon. The call went out around 5:30 p.m. There are no reported injuries at this time. The restaurant will be closed for the remainder of the day. more »

• Coroner identifies 68-year-old woman who died in Springfield apartment fire Play Video

  March 24, 2026 1:24 PM

  SPRINGFIELD — The Livingston Parish Coroner's Office has identified a woman who died in a Springfield apartment fire. Sandra Pine, 68, died after a fire broke out in her apartment along Blood River Road on Sunday night . While the exact cause has not yet been released, the... more »

• Albany High teacher arrested on sexual battery charge; investigators urge others to come forward Play Video

  March 19, 2026 7:13 PM

  ALBANY — A former Albany High School teacher and wrestling coach is facing charges after being accused of inappropriate behavior involving students. According to the Livingston Parish Sheriff’s Office, 48-year-old Byron Humphrey was booked Wednesday afternoon for misdemeanor sexual battery. He is listed on Albany High School’s website as... more »

• Three people arrested following fatal shooting at McDonald's in Watson Play Video

  March 19, 2026 7:09 AM

  WATSON — A man was fatally shot at the McDonald's near the corner of La. 16 and Springfield Road in Watson on Wednesday evening. Three people — 25-year-old Kevonta Dennis, 39-year-old Keedrick Jack and 26-year-old Keondra McNeely — were arrested in connection with the shooting of 26-year-old Mitchell Ventress.... more »

• Livingston library board names interim director following short-lived tenure of previous director Play Video

  March 18, 2026 12:21 PM

  LIVINGSTON — The Livingston Parish Library has a new interim director, library leadership said Wednesday. Scott Kleinpeter, a Livingston Parish native who has worked at the library for more than a decade, was named the new interim director by the Livingston Parish Library Board of Control. "My primary... more »

• Livingston Parish deputies searching for man accused of stealing $5,000 lawnmower from Holden

  March 18, 2026 10:15 AM

  HOLDEN — Livingston Parish deputies are searching for a man accused of stealing a riding lawnmower worth $5,000 from Holden. According to deputies, 37-year-old Derwin Johnson from Hammond is wanted for stealing the red and gray Exmark Lazy Z mower and trying to steal several other items... more »

• Amite River Basin Commission: Sand, gravel mine to be repurposed in flood risk reduction initiative Play Video

  March 18, 2026 8:43 AM

  BATON ROUGE — The Amite River Basin Commission says that it has acquired a sand and gravel mine that will be restored and repurposed as part of a major flood risk reduction initiative in the Amite River Basin. The commission says this is a major step in ongoing efforts... more »

• Melanie Curtin acquitted on all charges in rape case Play Video

  March 17, 2026 2:36 PM

  LIVINGSTON — A Livingston Parish jury on Tuesday acquitted a woman on simple rape and video voyeurism charges, finding that a recorded sexual encounter found during the yearslong investigation of a former sheriff’s deputy did not depict criminal activity. Melanie Curtin had previously been convicted of first-degree rape and... more »

• DEMCO customers in Pumpkin Center experiencing power outage due to downed wires Play Video

  March 17, 2026 11:31 AM

  PUMPKIN CENTER — DEMCO customers in Pumpkin Center lost power due to downed wires Tuesday morning, the company said. An outage map shows affected homes off of Pumpkin Center Road. DEMCO said about 234 people lost power around 5 a.m. The company attributed the outage to downed wires... more »

• Woman at heart of charges in Curtin retrial weeps after questions about events from 12 years ago Play Video

  March 16, 2026 12:55 PM

  LIVINGSTON — A woman at the center of a rape case being heard in Livingston Parish weeped Monday after failing to recall key events from a dozen years ago. Melanie Curtin is accused of simple rape and video voyeurism. State prosecutors say she took part in a videotaped assault... more »

• Denham Springs man convicted of assaulting a postal employee following three-day trial

  March 13, 2026 5:21 PM

  BATON ROUGE — A Denham Springs man was convicted of assaulting a postal employee following a three-day trial, according to the U.S. Department of Justice. According to the department, 27-year-old Cody Gaspard of Denham Springs approached a United States Postal Service worker delivering mail in Livingston Parish. Gaspard allegedly... more »

• Woman testifies against Melanie Curtin on rape accusation, says she doesn't know who initiated encounter Play Video

  March 13, 2026 12:31 PM

  LIVINGSTON — A woman told a Livingston Parish jury on Friday that she was so intoxicated during a videotaped sexual encounter 12 years ago that she has no idea who initiated it. What happened to the woman is key to allegations against Melanie Curtin, whose retrial on a rape... more »

• Livingston Parish opens $3.5 million animal shelter expansion to triple capacity Play Video

  March 12, 2026 1:31 PM

  LIVINGSTON — A ribbon-cutting was held Thursday for a $3.5 million expansion to Livingston Parish's animal shelter, which Parish President Randy Delatte said is one step closer to making sure every animal in the parish is treated with dignity and respect. "This new animal shelter represents that commitment to... more »

• River Road near Sullivan Street closed after reports of downed power lines, trees

  March 12, 2026 10:47 AM

  DENHAM SPRINGS — River Road near Sullivan Street in Denham Springs was closed Thursday morning after power lines and trees fell across the roadway following Wednesday night's storms. Denham Springs Police first notified the public of the closure around 9:23 a.m. "Please avoid the area and use an... more »

• Judge clears courtroom as rape retrial opens in Livingston; state says tape shows immobilized victim Play Video

  March 11, 2026 3:40 PM

  LIVINGSTON — A special agent with the Louisiana attorney general's office told a jury Wednesday that a woman accused of rape was an active participant in the 2014 assault and not a victim herself, as a defense attorney has claimed. Melanie Curtin, whose retrial opened this week in the... more »

• $3.5 million expansion to Livingston Parish animal shelter welcoming dogs next week Play Video

  March 11, 2026 7:19 AM

  LIVINGSTON — An expansion to Livingston Parish's animal shelter is ready to help the area's furry friends, with dogs set to move into the new $3.5 million expansion on Monday. The new shelter is right next door to the one currently operating on Florida Boulevard in the town of... more »

• Crash with injuries shuts down Highway 444 in Livingston Parish Play Video

  March 10, 2026 4:52 PM

  LIVINGSTON - The Livingston Parish Sheriff's Office responded to a crash with injuries on Louisiana Highway 444 east of Louis Martin Drive on Tuesday. Officials said there was a complete and total road blockage with the Louisiana State Police on scene. AirMed was called to the scene. Louisiana... more »

• Opening statements could come later Tuesday as lawyers work on jury selection at Melanie Curtin trial Play Video

  March 10, 2026 3:03 PM

  LIVINGSTON — Four jurors were confirmed for service at the retrial of a woman whose previous conviction on a first-degree rape charge was set aside when an appeals court said the judge had stacked the deck against her. Melanie Curtin had been sentenced to life in prison, but faces... more »

• Heavy rain causes power and travel issues for Capital Area, outages in Livingston and East Baton Rouge Play Video

  March 8, 2026 10:11 AM

  BATON ROUGE — As heavy rain and storms move through the area, several vehicles have been abandoned or stalled on Baton Rouge roadways due to the high water levels. According to the city of Baton Rouge's Traffic Incident website, at least nine vehicles have been abandoned or stalled in... more »

• Livingston library system seeking fourth director in less than three years Play Video

  March 5, 2026 12:37 PM

  LIVINGSTON — The Livingston Parish library system is looking for its fourth director in less than three years. Na'Chel Shannon resigned this week after two months on the job, according to Library Board of Control President Jonathan Davis. Shannon started in January after previously serving as director of... more »