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• Donaldsonville mayoral candidate arrested for money laundering after theft arrest earlier in month Play Video

  October 31, 2024 4:51 PM

  GONZALES — A Donaldsonville mayoral candidate previously arrested for stealing copper wire from utility poles turned himself in to deputies Thursday after he was accused of laundering $100k and other financial crimes. Glenn Price, 68, was released on bond Thursday afternoon after turning himself in on money laundering and... more »

• Kevin George, finalist for EBR superintendent job, withdraws from selection process Play Video

  July 15, 2024 6:26 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Kevin George, one of two remaining finalists for the Superintendent of East Baton Rouge Parish Schools, has withdrawn his name from the running for the parish's top education job. In a letter to University High patrons, George said that after a second delay in the school... more »

• Carter stands behind Biden amid calls for new Democratic candidate after poor performance Play Video

  July 9, 2024 1:04 PM

  WASHINGTON — Rep. Troy Carter said he stands with President Joe Biden as Democrats across the nation question whether he should remain as his party's presidential nominee following last month's lackluster debate performance against former President Donald Trump. Carter spoke confidently about the president after a closed-door meeting Biden... more »

• Community leaders hosting event to stress the importance of getting out and voting Play Video

  October 3, 2023 8:49 AM

  BATON ROUGE - This weekend community leaders will host an event dedicated to getting people to register to vote and increasing voter turnout, stressing the importance of making your voice heard. Event organizer Ashley Rankins said the purpose of the event, "Bless the Vote," is to help people learn... more »

• Louisiana constitutional amendments, other ballot items: Get election results here

  November 13, 2021 1:13 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Voters across the state had to decide four constitutional amendments Saturday. Watch WBRZ on TV, streaming here for results during newscasts In all parishes, voters will decide on: FAILED CA NO. 1 (ACT 131, 2021 - HB 199) - Authorizes streamlined electronic filing,... more »

• Former Metro Councilman Byron Sharper joins BR mayor's race

  May 3, 2016 2:52 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Former Metro Councilman Byron Sharper has made his candidacy for Mayor-President of Baton Rouge official as of Tuesday. Sharper says he's going to focus on reinforcing communication between education, businesses and traffic leaders as he tries to push city-parish leaders toward alleviating the main problems that... more »

• Baton Rouge gets ready to welcome Donald Trump Play Video

  February 11, 2016 9:14 AM

  BATON ROUGE- Presidential candidate Donald Trump is in town today for a campaign event at the Baton Rouge River Center. The event will open to the public at 5 p.m., with Trump expected to take the stage at 7 p.m. Admission to the event is free, but guests... more »

• Caucusing Iowa...Street Play Video

  February 1, 2016 11:03 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Discussions were held in homes, gyms and churches Monday night in Iowa for the presidential caucuses. It's different from the primaries held around the country and in Louisiana. Republicans listen to speeches, discuss and cast their votes while Democrats vouch for a candidate and persuade others to... more »

• Trump's rivals eye more aggressive stance in second debate

  September 16, 2015 8:55 AM

  WASHINGTON D.C.- In the first Republican presidential debate, most candidates took a hands-off approach to Donald Trump and hoped the brash billionaire would hurt himself. Instead, he only got stronger. The billionaire's unexpected durability has some of his rivals shifting their strategy for Wednesday's second showdown. Now their goal is... more »

• Candidates, protesters show up for qualifications

  September 8, 2015 8:56 AM

  BATON ROUGE - Candidates, their family members, and a few protesters showed up to the Secretary of State's office Tuesday as qualifications for the fall elections began. The top races in Louisiana include the governor, lieutenant governor, attorney general, treasurer and insurance commissioner. Candidates for the eight Board of... more »