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Longtime BRAC leader stepping down, taking on new role at Committee of 100
October 2, 2023 1:30 PM
BATON ROUGE - Adam Knapp, longtime CEO at the Baton Rouge Area Chamber, is leaving the organization to join a non-profit seeking to bolster economic development across the state. Knapp, whose been with BRAC since 2008, is taking on a similar leadership role at the Committee of 100 for... more » -
Child hospitalized after parents say daycare forgot 4-year-old in transit van Play Video
August 13, 2021 10:06 PM
BATON ROUGE - A four-year-old was taken by ambulance and treated at the hospital Friday evening after being forgotten in a daycare van, the child's parents told WBRZ. Jenna Aucoin, the mother of the four-year-old talked to WBRZ shaken up and still in shock. "I'm upset," said Aucoin.... more » -
New Orleans will require vaccine or negative COVID test to enter restaurants, venues
August 12, 2021 2:27 PM
NEW ORLEANS - The city of New Orleans will require proof of vaccination or a negative COVID test to enter most businesses and venues, including the Superdome. Mayor Latoya Cantrell announced the new rules Thursday, saying they'll go into effect on Aug. 16. The new policy makes New Orleans... more » -
Baton Rouge animal shelter overflowing with kittens, looking for help Play Video
May 31, 2021 7:44 PM
BATON ROUGE - It's breeding season for cats and kittens are being dropped off by the dozens at Companion Animal Alliance. "In May alone, we have actually intaken over 500-hundred cats, in just 30 to 31 days," CAA Executive Director Jillian Sergio said. Most of the cats are... more » -
Monday's Health Report Play Video
May 31, 2021 6:59 PM
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Jefferson Terrace residents share their concerns with city-parish leaders Play Video
May 25, 2021 11:49 PM
BATON ROUGE- For the first time since last week's flood, fed-up residents got to share their concerns with city-parish leaders directly. The meeting was planned before the flood, but since so many homes were affected, drainage became the topic of discussion. Residents held a neighborhood meeting with Metro... more » -
Thibodaux man arrested on several child exploitation charges
May 22, 2021 7:08 PM
BATON ROUGE - A man was arrested Thursday on multiple charges related to child exploitation. Dillon Guidry, a 28-year-old Thibodaux resident, was arrested after an investigation starting on March 17. Guidry had online contact with an undercover FBI agent posing as a juvenile, soliciting sex from the supposed juvenile.... more » -
At Baton Rouge General, the first Mother's Day baby was born early in the morning
May 9, 2021 9:30 PM
BATON ROUGE - The first Mother's Day baby born at Baton Rouge General's Birth Center was Jhase Traeon Wingate. Jhase was born around 1:13 a.m. to Shaquendes Joshua and Jaylon Wingate. Both the mother and baby are doing well. more » -
Award-winning podcaster to focus on solving 13-year-old Holden cold case Play Video
May 9, 2021 3:07 PM
LIVINGSTON PARISH – A former criminal investigator is using his platform to dive into a cold case that has stumped law enforcement for more than a decade. For the past two years, Woody Overton has been podcasting about local unsolved crimes. Recently, his work helped lead to an arrest... more » -
Baton Rouge hardware stores face shortages, price increases due to the pandemic Play Video
May 8, 2021 8:22 PM
BATON ROUGE - Local hardware stores are still seeing pandemic-related shortages, more than a year after the virus first hit the state. "The closest to me like this would be like before a big freeze, you'll run out of certain things, where you tell people you don't have anything,"... more » -
Baton Rouge Diocese easing COVID-19 precautions, will still require masks at mass
May 3, 2021 5:08 PM
BATON ROUGE - The city's Catholic Diocese will start easing COVID-19 precautions, Bishop Duca announced in a Monday news release. Duca plans on lifting his mass dispensation on June 6, signaling a return to church for parishioners. Duca also said that social distancing between parishioners can be reduced, following... more » -
Man accused of killing Southern University alumnus jailed Thursday Play Video
May 2, 2021 11:50 PM
BATON ROUGE - Across Baton Rouge, locals are mourning the loss of 35-year-old Derrick Cavazos, a Southern University alumnus who was killed May 1 . Nearly two weeks after Cavazos' death, Baton Rouge Police say that Terrius Brown has been released from a hospital and booked into the East... more » -
State Police remove 18-wheeler along I-10 West near Vinton, all lanes reopened
May 2, 2021 6:03 PM
VINTON –All lanes along I-10 West near Vinton were reopened Monday, May 3 following the removal of an 18-wheeler that was on the side of the road. As the removal was carried out over the weekend, area drivers were warned to be cautious and watch for emergency vehicles and... more » -
Police: Shooting in Walmart parking lot may have stemmed from robbery Play Video
May 2, 2021 3:32 PM
BATON ROUGE - Police are still searching for the person who shot a man Sunday afternoon in a Walmart parking lot. The incident occurred around 3:30 p.m. in the parking lot of the Highland Road store. The victim, a 27-year-old man, was taken to a local hospital with a... more » -
Police arrest suspect in Southern University professor's killing
May 1, 2021 6:14 PM
BATON ROUGE - Police have a man in custody following the shooting death of a Southern University professor early Saturday morning. According to BRPD, 28-year-old Terrius Brown was arrested in the shooting of 35-year-old Derrick Cavazos. Cavazos worked at Southern as an adjunct professor. "The students absolutely loved... more » -
As the governor eases restrictions, the wedding industry is bouncing back Play Video
April 28, 2021 6:57 PM
BATON ROUGE – After nearly a year of vanishing vows, the wedding industry is experiencing an explosion of interest. “I had 11 weddings in 21 days, that’s never happened in my whole career,” said wedding planner Allie Wester, who owns Weddings by Allie. On Tuesday, the Governor eased... more » -
Mayor congratulates Baton Rouge native for Oscar win
April 26, 2021 6:18 PM
A Baton Rouge native won an Oscar Sunday for his production role in the short film "Two Distant Strangers." Van Lathan, who was born and raised in Baton Rouge, received the award as an executive producer for the live-action film, which explores police brutality and racism. "Two Distant... more » -
Lafayette dentist office asks for the safe return of a 'kidnapped' giraffe statue
April 24, 2021 6:05 PM
LAFAYETTE - A children's dentist office sent out a plea for the safe return of a missing giraffe statue on Friday. The beloved statue, called "Gracie," was taken from its customary place in front of Dr. Leslie Jacobs Pediatric Dentistry. The office posted about the loss, asking anyone who... more » -
Man arrested in deadly apartment shooting was out on bond for weapons charge Play Video
April 18, 2021 8:41 PM
BATON ROUGE - A felon accused of killing a person at an apartment complex Sunday night was out on bond for another crime at the time and had a court appearance scheduled the next day. Police announced Monday that Tevin Gooden, 28, is behind bars for his alleged role... more » -
Lawmakers seek more oversight in university Title IX policies as 2021 legislative session begins Play Video
April 12, 2021 6:41 PM
BATON ROUGE – LSU Title IX failures are front and center as lawmakers go to work for the 2021 session. There are multiple bills outlining how universities should handle sexual misconduct, including who to report it to. “My bill would call for a reporting mechanism to the Board of... more » -
Southern University investigating widespread hazing allegations, including 'being tortured'
April 6, 2021 7:51 PM
Southern University is investigating several on-campus hazing allegations spanning from August 2019 to March 2021 that included "gang-like" activity, physical injury and whippings with a wet towel, among others. These allegations led to a series of sanctions and suspensions. Southern University Marching Band The SU Marching Band... more » -
Shooting victim drives himself to Piccadilly on S. Sherwood Boulevard for help
March 27, 2021 6:17 PM
BATON ROUGE - Police are investigating a shooting that left one man injured around 2:45 p.m. on Saturday. According to the Baton Rouge Police Department, a man was shot in the 1100 block of Mead near the I-12 Interstate. The victim drove himself to the Piccadilly on S.... more » -
Deputies confiscate $1.3 million worth of heroin and other narcotics in major drug bust
March 27, 2021 4:10 PM
BATON ROUGE - On Saturday deputies shutdown a large drug operations near S. Sherwood Forest. The East Baton Rouge Parish Narcotics Division completed two search warrants at the Meridian Condominiums located at 11550 Southfork Drive and a s torage unit on Sherwood Forrest Drive in regards to a large... more » -
State leaders hoping north Baton Rouge vaccine clinic, serving thousands, can be 'emulated' statewide
February 26, 2021 10:27 PM
BATON ROUGE - The doors to Living Faith Christian Center on Winbourne Avenue were open Friday, but not for worship. Those showing up have been praying for something else: a COVID-19 vaccine. "We hope that the model that we're doing at the north Baton Rouge pop-up clinic is one... more » -
Planning commission OKs plans for Amazon-linked distribution center at Cortana Mall Play Video
February 22, 2021 10:20 PM
BATON ROUGE - Plans to demolish and replace the nearly-shuttered Cortana Mall with a distribution center of a developer with close ties to Amazon, have one more hurdle left to clear. The East Baton Rouge Planning Commission on Monday approved plans for the 2.8 million square foot warehouse, proposed... more » -
Multiple streets flood in Capital region ahead of Delta's landfall; list of closures here
October 9, 2020 6:25 AM
BATON ROUGE - Heavy rainfall in the capital area led to flooding along multiple streets, Friday morning. Another high water spot on Groom Road between Highway 19 and Plank Road. As you can see some cars are turning around while others driving through it. People in the area... more » -
BRPD identifies victim in deadly shooting near Scenic Highway
August 21, 2020 6:19 AM
BATON ROUGE - Police are investigating the shooting death of 21-year-old Marshanda Taylor that occurred early Friday morning. Around 2:30 a.m. the Baton Rouge Police Department responded to reports of a shooting in the 2040 block of Goudchaux Street off of Scenic Highway. Detectives believe someone fired several... more » -
One killed, two kids among numerous others hurt in Old Hammond crash Saturday
July 11, 2020 5:10 PM
BATON ROUGE - A head-on collision killed one person and injured numerous others, including children who were not properly buckled, Baton Rouge Police said. Corey Sanderford, 25, died in the crash on Old Hammond Highway at the E. Carriage House Rd. intersection. The crash happened around 2:45 Saturday afternoon.... more » -
Mississippi River quietly climbing record charts again
June 15, 2020 8:38 AM
For the second consecutive year, the Mississippi River is spending a chart-topping number of days above the flood stage of 35 feet. As of Monday, June 15, the gauge at Baton Rouge had been above flood stage for 150 consecutive days (since January 18). That is the second highest total... more » -
Firefighter transported to hospital after crews battle with motel fire
June 13, 2020 4:08 PM
BATON ROUGE - The Fountain Motel on Airline Highway caught fire Saturday morning. Around 9:30 a.m. the Baton Rouge Fire Department responded to 9201 Airline Hwy. in reference to a building in flames. When firefighters arrived they found smoke coming out of the building. According to a... more » -
American flag burned, torn as vandals mistakenly target law practice with similar name as the D.A.
June 5, 2020 12:44 PM
BATON ROUGE - Vandals set fire to a large American flag hanging from a Perkins Road business overnight and sprayed graffiti on the sign out front. The vandalism was at the law offices of Charles Moore, whose name was circled in paint with "step down" and "resign" written on... more » -
Person killed in construction accident at Baton Rouge home Monday identified Play Video
May 25, 2020 1:37 PM
BATON ROUGE – Tuesday morning, the East Baton Rouge Parish Coroner's Office identified 48-year-old Eugene Givens as the man who was killed in an apparent construction accident on Monday afternoon. First responders were called to the 2600 block of Michelli where there were reports of people working under a... more » -
Baton Rouge church distributes 2,000 masks to community Play Video
April 25, 2020 8:58 PM
At 11 a.m. this morning, hundreds of cars lined the streets leading into Lighthouse Christian Fellowship Church. In the parking lot volunteers handed out free face masks, a vital tool in the fight against COVID-19. "Today was a really great day. I... more » -
Middle District postpones trials due to coronavirus
March 16, 2020 11:09 AM
BATON ROUGE - Officials with the Middle District have announced that all civil and criminal trials (bench and jury) have been postponed to a later date, which will be determined by the presiding judge on or after May 1. This postponement does not affect any other pending deadlines other... more » -
Authorities confiscate $100,000 worth of heroin following investigation
March 6, 2020 4:14 PM
BATON ROUGE - Authorities charged three suspects for possession with intent to distribute various kinds of drugs. Officials arrested 32-year-old Victor Martinez, 34-year-old Felipe Guzman and 30-year-old Omar Amaro on Thursday. All three have been charged with one count of resisting an officer and possession with intent to distribute... more » -
Long-era time capsule found hidden in walls of State Capitol Friday
January 10, 2020 6:27 PM
BATON ROUGE – Preservationists and contractors made a surprising discovery while doing routine renovation work at the State Capitol Friday: A Huey P. Long-era time capsule. The copper box was found behind the cornerstone at the northwest corner of the building. The time capsule is believed to be... more » -
Cane Land Rum changing its name over trademark dispute
February 21, 2019 7:20 PM
BATON ROUGE- Cane Land Distilling Company is changing the name of its local crafted distilled products to Three Roll Estate due to "trademark issues." The local distillery parent company CEO David Stewart said a little after their trademark application was first filed, the name was taken. "A competitor... more » -
Downtown library officials: no progress in nine months Play Video
January 17, 2019 11:51 PM
BATON ROUGE - It was April last year when workers fled the downtown library, still under construction, fearing it could collapse. Nine months later, a rough plan to fix the structure remains on hold as the city-parish fights with contractors over who will pay the added cost. The East... more » -
Authorities encourage residents to stay safe during New Year's celebrations Play Video
December 31, 2018 7:33 AM
BATON ROUGE - People all over the world are preparing to ring in the new year. As people get ready for a night of fun, local officials are warning residents to be safe during New Year's celebrations. While many enjoy sparkles and poppers, setting them off without professionals or... more » -
Man who survived crime wave last week has now died, police reveal
November 15, 2018 6:15 PM
BATON ROUGE - A person shot in one of several violent altercations that rolled through the city over a 24-hour period last week has died. Clayton Wheeler, 28, died a few days after being shot on Sherwood Street near N. Foster Drive, police said Tuesday. The shooting happened Thursday,... more » -
Dozens gather at vigil for 6-year-old shooting victim Play Video
November 8, 2018 11:31 PM
BATON ROUGE - Dozens gathered outside a house on Madison Avenue Thursday night where 6-year-old Jahiem Holliday lived before he was shot and killed a block away last week. "This accident and incident has happened to our community," said State Representative C. Denise Marcelle who led the mourners in... more » -
Live power lines crash through house, family avoids being shocked
November 7, 2018 1:31 PM
BATON ROUGE – People inside a home escaped a powerful jolt of electricity that surged through their home when a utility pole with live power lines crashed through the roof Wednesday. First responders were dispatched to the incident around lunchtime. The pole and its dangling lines fell into... more » -
Verifying the St. George petition is on government time; Mundane clarification given on counting signatures
October 23, 2018 1:25 PM
BATON ROUGE – A lengthy state legal opinion does not suggest any noteworthy changes from 2015 about how the registrar of voters should handle signatures needed to move a petition to create the city of St. George forward but outlines “absurd” understandings of law and includes the definition of “reasonably”... more »