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• Parkinson's Foundation annual 'Moving Day' made big strides to raise awareness and support for survivors Play Video

  April 3, 2022 3:44 PM

  BATON ROUGE - April is Parkinson's Awareness Month, and staying active is vital for those who have the disease. The Parkinson's Foundation made big strides in raising awareness and funding programs in the Baton Rouge area through its annual “Moving Day” Saturday morning. Benjamin B.J. Bement was diagnosed... more »

• Fishing license sales rise due to COVID-19 Play Video

  June 27, 2020 11:53 PM

  It's summertime, and you may have noticed a few more people fishing out along the water. At Superior Bait and Tackle, owner Mark Matthews, says he's seen an influx of customers eager to buy new fishing gear. "We've seen a lot of customers, some who may not have... more »

• Sledding, biking & running Baton Rouge residents embrace the snow

  January 17, 2018 6:21 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Baton Rouge braced for the dangerous cold for another night Wednesday. But the city thawed out just enough for people to get out and stretch their legs. “We got snow, and we're taking full advantage of it,” said Rebecca Tucker. Tucker may be using a... more »

• BRPD encourages residents to use app to report suspicious activity

  May 4, 2017 1:09 PM

  BATON ROUGE – The Baton Rouge Police Department is encouraging residents to use the "See Something Send Something" app to report information about criminal activity. The app can be accessed on mobile devices and can connect residents to criminal intelligence centers nationwide. The app can be used to submit... more »

• Flaring activity at Dow plant in Plaquemine

  March 17, 2017 4:49 PM

  PLAQUEMINE – The Dow plant in Plaquemine has flaring activity taking place on Friday afternoon, officials announced. The issue at the plant that caused the flaring has been resolved and Dow is currently in the process of restarting the plant's production unit. Flaring is the controlled burning of... more »

• Man wanted for attempted murder arrested after chase ends on I-110 Monday

  December 26, 2016 4:29 PM

  BATON ROUGE – A man has been arrested after he led officers on a pursuit Monday afternoon that ended on I-110. The man, 28-year-old Julius Bess, was wanted by the Baton Rouge Police Department for attempted second degree murder, felon in possession of a firearm and illegal use of... more »