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  • Troubled Tigerland apartments fail federal inspection; tenants receiving assistance asked to move Play Video

    November 22, 2022 4:17 PM

    BATON ROUGE - An apartment complex in Tigerland already had the attention of the district attorney, and now it has the attention of the local managers for the federal Section 8 program. It was just last week when Monika Sandlin told 2 On Your Side that she felt stuck... more »
  • Local single moms organization uses national grant to support more single mothers Play Video

    April 3, 2022 12:07 PM

    BATON ROUGE - The Life of a Single Mom organization is using funds from a national grant to support single moms. Nicole Rosas joined The Life of a Single Mom about 10 years ago. “I thought it was just a bunch of single moms, like bashing their exes,... more »
  • Baton Rouge non-profit helps dozens of homeowners fix their roofs Play Video

    January 13, 2022 7:07 PM

    Baton Rouge - Rebuilding Together Baton Rouge teamed up with Exxon Mobil and Premier South Roofing company to help repair 35 roofs across the parish. The partnership became possible after Exxon Mobil provided a grant to Rebuilding Together Baton Rouge. Beatrice Morris is one of 70 people who applied... more »
  • As homicides spike, demand for victims' assistance grows Play Video

    October 25, 2021 10:20 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Stacks of manila file folders cover Jane Wood's office. Each folder represents a victim of a violent crime. In her seven years as Crime Victims Coordinator for the East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office, Wood says her workload this year is incredible. "It's just nonstop," Wood... more »
  • FEMA disaster fraud catches one woman by surprise, others could be victims Play Video

    October 6, 2021 6:26 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Fraud follows disasters and Hurricane Ida is no different. Some people are finding out that someone is using their names to sign-up for FEMA disaster assistance. One woman, who does not want to be identified, found out it happened to her when FEMA knocked on her... more »
  • FEMA personnel available at Goodwood Library starting this week Play Video

    September 15, 2021 6:22 PM

    BATON ROUGE - The threat from Nicholas is moving out of town and the focus is returning to the recovery from Hurricane Ida. FEMA says it's asking people who need help to sign up. So far, FEMA says it has dispersed $342 million to survivors, that's about 300,000 households.... more »
  • LSU Athletics taking donations for victims of Hurricane Ida

    September 11, 2021 6:57 PM

    BATON ROUGE - LSU Athletics will be accepting donations for victims of Hurricane Ida on Sunday. Donations will be collected at the Rouses on Burbank from 1 to 3 p.m. The organization is asking for: cleaning supplies, non-perishable food items, first aid supplies, and paper products. Water and... more »
  • Red Cross in need of volunteers to help storm victims Play Video

    September 8, 2021 10:08 PM

    BATON ROUGE - The American Red Cross of Louisiana is asking for local volunteers to aid in the recovery from Hurricane Ida. “We are in need of volunteers. We have over 850 volunteers currently on the ground, but we do need more. We need folks to help step up... more »
  • FEMA will reimburse storm victims for generators, chainsaws

    September 6, 2021 12:43 PM

    Those with post-storm expenses tied to Hurricane Ida may be eligible for compensation from the federal government. FEMA has approved funds for those who spent money on items like generators and chainsaws in the wake of the storm. Congressman Garret Graves said the program will cover generator expenses up... more »
  • Governor Edwards requests a Major Disaster Declaration for Louisiana from President Biden following severe winter weather

    February 26, 2021 10:03 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Due to last week's severe winter weather, Governor John Bel Edwards is asking for a major disaster declaration from President Joe Biden for the state of Louisiana. The impacts of the wintry precipitation and below-freezing temperatures posed a serious threat to the lives of the people... more »
  • Man injured, later arrested in explosives incident at group home Thursday

    December 24, 2020 4:15 PM

    BATON ROUGE - A man was booked into jail early Christmas morning after a bizarre situation involving reports of gunfire and what appeared to be homemade explosives. Joseph Paul Mobley, 22, was booked into jail for possession and manufacturing of a bomb. Mobley was arrested after being treated... more »
  • La. stops, delays some unemployment payouts amid wave of fraud Play Video

    November 25, 2020 3:49 PM

    BATON ROUGE – The Louisiana Workforce Commission is reviewing thousands of claims for unemployment over concern of fraudulent activity. As the state steps up its verification, it warned Wednesday, some people awaiting unemployment benefits may notice a delay in payments. Additionally, people applying for unemployment will now be asked... more »
  • Congress debates as federal unemployment nears cutoff date Play Video

    July 22, 2020 10:27 PM

    WASHINGTON - As negotiations continue on a fourth COVID-19 stimulus package, hundreds of thousands of unemployed workers in Louisiana and millions more across the country are days away from losing hundreds of dollars weekly in federal aid provided through the CARES Act earlier this year. "We're head on a... more »
  • State expected to hit limit on coronavirus hazard pay applications by Saturday

    July 16, 2020 4:31 PM

    BATON ROUGE - The state announced Thursday that it expects to reach its limit on applications from front-line workers eligible for COVID-19 hazard pay by the weekend. Governor Edwards said during a news conference that the program had already surpassed about half of its capacity as of Thursday afternoon,... more »
  • Unemployment: More money coming, gig workers qualified; Get application info here Play Video

    March 17, 2020 3:44 PM

    BATON ROUGE – The Louisiana Workforce Commission has made information available for people who are out of work amid business closures because of COVID-19. New details released Wednesday, April 8th Federal money earmarked to add $600 to unemployment funds has been provided by the U.S. government. The additional... more »
  • Hotel gives big donation to flood victims Play Video

    January 4, 2018 3:57 PM

    BATON ROUGE - It's been 17 months since the 'great flood' drowned the streets of Baton Rouge, and support for those affected have not dried up. A local hotel made a huge donation Thursday to help those rebuilding feel at home again. With a moving truck, some dolly's and... more »
  • Catholic Charities concerned help is fleeing Louisiana Play Video

    September 13, 2017 6:32 PM

    NEW ROADS - There are thousands of people still waiting, relying on the help of others to fix up their flood damaged homes. One of those people is Dorothy Ephron. With no flood insurance and little help from FEMA, she turned to Catholic Charities for help. Ephron is... more »
  • Outreach sessions for homeowners to finish flood-damage survey

    May 19, 2017 4:39 PM

    BATON ROUGE – Homeowners who still need to complete the flood-damage survey will have the opportunity to attend outreach events to receive assistance from program representatives. The Restore Louisiana Homeowner Assistance Program encourages homeowners to complete the survey, even if they do not believe they will qualify for assistance.... more »
  • EBR school system to receive additional $1.1 million in FEMA assistance

    May 11, 2017 5:16 PM

    BATON ROUGE – The East Baton Rouge Parish School System will receive an additional $1.1 million in assistance from FEMA following the August flood. The FEMA disaster funding will help with demolition, cleaning, remediation costs of classrooms, offices, bathrooms and storage areas at four educational facilities. The additional funding... more »
  • Rep. Cedric Richmond, colleagues call for assistance appeal for tornado survivors

    March 23, 2017 5:29 PM

    Congressman Cedric Richmond and members of the Louisiana Congressional Delegation have joined in on the appeal by Governor John Bel Edwards calling for additional disaster assistance for tornado survivors. Governor Edwards requested assistance for Orleans, Livingston, Ascension and St. James parishes following tornadoes that struck the area in February.... more »
  • FEMA denies aid to multiple parishes following February tornadoes

    March 1, 2017 4:06 PM

    BATON ROUGE - The Federal Emergency Management Agency has responded to Governor John Bel Edwards' request for federal aid for five parishes following February's tornadoes. In a letter released Wednesday, FEMA informed the governor it authorized individual assistance for both Livingston and Orleans parishes, as well as hazard mitigation... more »
  • Livingston mobile disaster recovery center closes Wednesday

    February 21, 2017 1:46 PM

    LIVINGSTON - The Livingston Parish mobile disaster recovery center at the Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness on Government Blvd. will close this week. The center is set to close Wednesday, Feb. 22 at 6 p.m. FEMA announced that the need for center has diminished and parish... more »
  • Livingston, Orleans parishes eligible for disaster unemployment aid

    February 13, 2017 11:32 AM

    BATON ROUGE – Disaster unemployment assistance is now available to businesses and residents impacted by last week's tornadoes. President Donald Trump officially granted a disaster declaration request for two Louisiana parishes as a result of a request by Louisiana Governor John Bel Edwards. The Louisiana Workforce Commission is... more »
  • President Trump approves Louisiana disaster relief declaration

    February 11, 2017 4:21 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Governor John Bel Edwards announced Saturday that President Donald Trump has approved the federal disaster declaration for Orleans and Livingston Parishes following the tornadoes in South Louisiana. Severe storms swepted through much of Southeat Louisiana Tuesday, causing damage to nearly 800 homes in several parishes. The... more »
  • Women fraudulently receive thousands in disaster aid following flood

    February 9, 2017 3:20 PM

    BATON ROUGE – Two women have been arrested for fraudulently receiving FEMA funding following the August flood, Louisiana Attorney General Jeff Landry reports. Landry reports that 37-year-old Kimberly Cage and 32-year-old Leslie Munoz Licona were arrested for theft and filing or maintaining false public records. Cage allegedly applied... more »
  • Tangipahoa program aims to help teens, young adults return to school

    January 18, 2017 1:11 PM

    HAMMOND - A program in Tangipahoa Parish will soon help teenagers and young adults who left school before earning a diploma. The Tangipahoa Parish Graduation Alliance is an initiative for people between the ages of 14 and 20 who don’t yet have a high school diploma or GED. Students... more »
  • Two Central schools receive $4.2 million in assistance

    January 3, 2017 6:06 PM

    CENTRAL – Two Central schools have received about $4.2 million in federal disaster assistance to return students to the classroom after last year's flood caused damage to their campuses. FEMA announced Tuesday that Central Private School and Tanglewood Elementary School would recieve the aid. Central Private School was... more »
  • Edwards to travel to D.C. to discuss additional federal assistance following flood

    November 7, 2016 6:27 PM

    BATON ROUGE – Governor John Bel Edwards will travel to Washington, D.C. on Wednesday to meet with congressional leaders to discuss the state's need for additional federal assistance following the flood in August. Edwards and congressional delegation lobbied Congress for an initial recovery down payment of $438 million .... more »
  • Livingston residents can get FEMA assistance for damaged graves

    November 3, 2016 11:05 AM

    LIVINGSTON – A community meeting will be held for residents with family members buried in Livingston Parish to get assistance for the reburial of caskets that were displaced by the August flood. According to the Livingston Parish Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness, 21 cemeteries have been damaged... more »
  • Louisiana receives $438 million 'down payment' for flood assistance

    October 13, 2016 12:19 PM

    BATON ROUGE – Louisiana Governor John Bel Edwards announced Thursday that the state will receive $438 million for flood recovery. Edwards’ announcement comes two months after devastating floods ravaged south Louisiana. The flood recovery money will also go to rebuilding efforts for the severe flooding in March. “Historic... more »
  • FEMA and SBA disaster assistance deadline extended until Nov 14

    October 12, 2016 5:28 PM

    BATON ROUGE – Residents who need FEMA assistance after August’s historic flooding have until Nov. 14 to apply for individual assistance. Louisiana Governor John Bel Edwards made the announcement of the deadline extension on Wednesday afternoon. FEMA hopes the additional time will make sure that everyone affected by... more »
  • Shelter at Home program leaves mess in St. Amant home Play Video

    September 21, 2016 11:37 PM

    ST. AMANT - Some homeowners are fed up with contractors not finishing the job they were hired to do by the state's Shelter at Home program. At one home in St. Amant, a mess was left behind for the homeowners to clean up. Connie and Paul Braud contacted Two... more »
  • Residents can file for temporary housing aid extension

    September 21, 2016 2:48 PM

    BATON ROUGE – Residents who need extended temporary housing assistance from FEMA must provide proper documents to make the request. According to FEMA, residents that are eligible for the extension can use the temporary housing assistance to pay for a place to live. To receive the extension, residents... more »
  • FEMA reminds applicants of their right to appeal a decision for disaster assistance

    September 20, 2016 4:30 PM

    BATON ROUGE – FEMA reminds applicants of their right to appeal a decision made by officials for disaster assistance. FEMA officials remind applicants to read their determination letter in its entirety to understand why their application was labeled "ineligible." If applicants believe a mistake has been made or have... more »
  • Louisiana farmers and ranchers have options for flood recovery assistance

    September 19, 2016 10:57 AM

    BATON ROUGE – Farmers and ranchers affected by last month's flooding could be eligible for assistance from several agencies. The U.S. Small Business Administration offers low-interest loans to farmers and ranchers for rebuilding or repairing their primary homes and replacing lost or damaged personal property. Victims can call the SBA... more »
  • Governor Edwards increases request for federal assistance to $2.8 billion

    September 12, 2016 2:20 PM

    BATON ROUGE – Governor John Bel Edwards sent an additional letter to President Barack Obama updating the state's request for federal assistance for an additional $800 million, bringing the total to amount to $2.8 billion. The additional $800 million requested will be used on projects to protect homes and... more »
  • FEMA to start contacting applicants by text

    September 12, 2016 1:00 PM

    BATON ROUGE – FEMA announces that flood victims who applied for federal help may soon get a text from officials to let them know of their application status. FEMA says it is using texts to connect with applicants in an effort to enhance communications as it allows to communicate... more »
  • FEMA to start contacting applicants by text

    September 12, 2016 1:00 PM

    BATON ROUGE – FEMA announces that flood victims who applied for federal help may soon get a text from officials to let them know of their application status. FEMA says it is using texts to connect with applicants in an effort to enhance communications as it allows to communicate... more »
  • FEMA appears to be setting up manufactured housing community near airport Play Video

    September 7, 2016 6:17 PM

    BATON ROUGE - FEMA's mobile homes are being set up in an abandoned trailer park community off Blount Road. Wednesday, WBRZ recorded video of workers adding aprons around the bottom of trailers and utility crews connecting lines to each unit. The lot is a stone's throw north of the... more »
  • FEMA urges St. James, West Baton Rouge flood survivors to register for assistance

    September 1, 2016 9:12 PM

    BATON ROUGE - St. James and West Baton Rouge parish disaster survivors may now be eligible for federal disaster assistance, according to FEMA. They join the list of 22 parishes in which survivors may be eligible for FEMA assistance. FEMA lists three ways to apply for assistance: ... more »
  • Deadline for disaster unemployment assistance extended

    September 1, 2016 11:20 AM

    BATON ROUGE – The Louisiana Workforce Commission is extending the disaster unemployment assistance application period to Oct. 14 for those who have been affected by the recent historic flooding. Parishes included in the application period are: Acadia, Ascension, Avoyelles, East Baton Rouge, East Feliciana, Evangeline, Iberia, Iberville, Jefferson Davis,... more »
  • Officials advise applicants not to splurge their disaster assistance grants

    August 31, 2016 2:07 PM

    BATON ROUGE – State and federal officials are advising flood applicants who have received disaster assistance grants or loans to resist the urge to splurge and make smart decisions with their recovery funds. With more than $202 million in assistance already granted to applicants, officials remind that assistance is... more »
  • Officials recommend tips to FEMA applicants denied flood assistance

    August 30, 2016 11:48 AM

    BATON ROUGE – The Governor's Office of Homeland Security and Emergency and FEMA are encouraging applicants who have received denial letters for flood assistance to read the letters carefully to find out why. According to officials, some applicants that have been denied are only missing a portion of necessary... more »
  • Two more days for DSNAP phase 2 applications

    August 25, 2016 4:43 PM

    BATON ROUGE – State officials anncouned locations for Phase 2 of DSNAP application process for residents impacted by last week's historic flooding. Phase 2 includes sites in Acadia, Ascension, East Baton Rouge and Lafayette parishes starting next week. Applications will be accepted at the DSNAP sites starting Monday, Aug.... more »
  • Office hours extended to accept disaster unemployment claims

    August 25, 2016 11:51 AM

    BATON ROUGE – The Louisiana Workforce Commission announced extended office hours for their call-center to accept disaster unemployment assistance claims. LWC staff members will answer calles made to 1-866-783-5567 and assist those who file for disaster unemployment assistance from 6:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. until further notice. Individuals... more »
  • BRAF starts employee assistance fund for LSU employees affected by flood

    August 23, 2016 11:48 AM

    BATON ROUGE – The Baton Rouge Area Foundation has established the LSU Employee Assistance Fund to help LSU employees who have been affected by the recent flood. The fund was started at the request of LSU President, F. King Alexander. "While the LSU campus was relatively untouched, many... more »
  • Get free legal advice during the flood aftermath

    August 22, 2016 11:50 AM

    BATON ROUGE - Flood victims can access free legal advice to help guide them through the recovery process. Victims will have a lot of questions and this service is aimed at getting answers. Here are examples of the legal assistance available: · Help securing FEMA and other... more »
  • Affected parishes eligible for disaster unemployment assistance

    August 16, 2016 1:29 PM

    BATON ROUGE – President Barack Obama granted a major disaster declaration for 12 Louisiana parishes, making disaster unemployment assistance available to businesses and residents whose employment was lost or interrupted as a result of the recent flooding. The Louisiana Workforce Commission is accepting applications for disaster unemployment assistance from residents... more »
  • Tornado victims counting on FEMA assistance; it's not coming Play Video

    May 2, 2016 10:29 PM

    ASSUMPTION PARISH - Two months after a tornado turned lives upside down, Assumption Parish residents have been told the damage wasn't bad enough for them to receive assistance from the federal government . Construction crews are in the process of rebuilding homes, while others have been leveled. "We... more »
  • Avoyelles Parish added to flooding disaster list

    April 8, 2016 9:28 PM

    GREENSBURG - Avoyelles Parish was added to the list of parishes deemed a disaster in the wake of wide-spread flooding in March. Avoyelles joins the list that already includes Allen, Ascension, Beauregard, Bienville, Bossier, Caddo, Calcasieu, Caldwell, Catahoula, Claiborne, DeSoto, East Carroll, Franklin, Grant, Jackson, LaSalle, Lincoln, Livingston, Madison,... more »
  • St. Helena Parish added to flooding disaster area

    April 4, 2016 7:47 PM

    GREENSBURG - St. Helena Parish was added to the list of parishes deemed a disaster in the wake of wide-spread flooding in March. As of Tuesday afternoon, residents are now eligible for federal disaster assistance. St. Helena joins the list that already includes Allen, Ascension, Beauregard, Bienville, Bossier, Caddo,... more »
  • FEMA opens shop in Livingston; Ascension is next Play Video

    March 29, 2016 7:38 PM

    SATSUMA - The FEMA Disaster Recovery Center opened its doors Tuesday in Livingston Parish.. The center is located at the Satsuma Village mall just off of I-12. After floodwater covered areas of Livingston Parish and surrounding areas, residents like Megan Willis are ready for recovery efforts to begin. "It was... more »
  • Disaster Recovery Centers in place to help flood recovery

    March 24, 2016 12:36 PM

    BATON ROUGE – As cleanup and recovery begins after damaging rain and flooding, federal disaster officials have set up recovery centers across Louisiana to aid residents. FEMA says it has opened several Disaster Recovery Centers accross the state to help residents as cleanup efforts begin. Volunteers and represenatives from... more »
  • FEMA Dos and Donts for Louisiana Flood Survivors

    March 19, 2016 6:18 PM

    Dos: Do file a claim with their insurance company. Do register for FEMA disaster assistance. Survivors can register online at DisasterAssistance.gov or by calling toll-free 800-621-3362 or TTY 800-462-7585. Those who use 711 or VRS may call 800-621-3362. Do know that FEMA grants may help pay... more »
  • Livingston to host assistance meeting for storm victims Thursday

    February 25, 2016 5:04 PM

    LIVINGSTON - There will be a town meeting Thursday to help people who lost homes in the tornado this week get assistance. People from the town and other areas of the parish are encouraged to attend, organizers said. The meeting is at the Livingston Municipal Building located at 20550... more »

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