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  • Governor to light Capitol trees in honor of fallen soldiers

    December 4, 2023 10:01 AM

    BATON ROUGE - As the days of his term of office dwindle, Gov. John Bel Edwards will lead the ceremonial lighting of the Grove of Lights in Veterans Park, outside the Capitol, Monday evening. The event is set for 5:30 p.m. The U.S. Armed Forces Memorial Grove of... more »
  • Death row inmate convicted of killing BR football legend's mother denied request for clemency Play Video

    November 13, 2023 11:09 AM

    BATON ROUGE - A death row inmate convicted of killing Betty Smothers — a BRPD officer and mother of six, including local football legend Warrick Dunn — was denied his chance at escaping the death penalty. The WBRZ Investigative Unit learned Monday that the Louisiana Board of Pardons refused... more »
  • Hundreds gather at Capitol to rally for cease fire, 'free Palestine' Play Video

    November 6, 2023 1:27 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Demonstrators gathered Monday morning at the State Capitol to participate in a rally calling for a cease fire in Gaza and for a "free Palestine." The Islamic Center of Baton Rouge was among those working to coordinate the event, which it billed as a "statewide march... more »
  • Lawmaker proposes legislative pay hike

    March 20, 2023 6:23 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Lawmakers would see their salaries nearly quadruple under a pre-filed bill that would implement across-the board increases. HB149 , authored by State Rep. Joseph Marino (Ind.), would set a new base salary of $60,000 for members of the House and Senate. That compares with the current... more »
  • Lawmakers meet to investigate Ronald Greene's death for the first time in months Play Video

    November 14, 2022 11:39 AM

    BATON ROUGE - For the first time in months, a committee at the State Capitol looking into the May 2019 beating death of Ronald Greene met Monday. During the hearing, we learned that the investigation into State Police top brass getting their cell phones wiped clean amid state and... more »
  • Former State Police leader faces fine, held in contempt by lawmakers leading Ronald Greene probe Play Video

    May 11, 2022 10:37 AM

    BATON ROUGE- A special committee of lawmakers seeking the truth about what happened at Louisiana State Police after Ronald Greene's death voted to hold former Superintendent Kevin Reeves in contempt Wednesday, claiming he's been uncooperative with their investigation. They also recommended that the House assess a $5,000 fine. ... more »
  • Top-ranking troopers say State Police tried to cover up Ronald Greene's deadly arrest

    April 28, 2022 8:29 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Two of the highest ranking troopers at Louisiana State Police said they were appalled by Ronald Greene's death in police custody and that they believe there were attempts to cover it up within their ranks. On Thursday, a bi-partisan committee of state lawmakers held a fourth... more »
  • 10 sites remain for new Mississippi River bridge; top 3 options to be decided in May Play Video

    March 28, 2022 11:38 PM

    BATON ROUGE - The list of potential locations for a new bridge over the Mississippi River was cut in half Monday, with the expectation that three final options would be chosen by the end of May. "One thing [is] for sure, what we got out there's not working," Fred... more »
  • As legislative session looms, fight over Mississippi River Bridge funding brews Play Video

    March 11, 2022 11:32 PM

    BATON ROUGE - As lawmakers return to the State Capitol for the legislative session, which opens Monday, a battle over proposed funding for a new Mississippi River Bridge has already begun. In the executive budget proposal unveiled in January, Gov. John Bel Edwards proposes setting aside $500 million in... more »
  • Woman who breached Capitol receives probation in 1st sentence handed down for Jan. 6 riot

    June 24, 2021 9:33 AM

    The first sentencing for participation in the violent protest at the U.S. Capitol on January 6 occurred Wednesday, according to ABC News . The news outlet states that Anna Morgan-Lloyd, a 49-year-old grandmother and hair salon owner from Indiana pleaded guilty to one misdemeanor count of parading, demonstrating, or... more »
  • Juneteenth signed into Louisiana law as state holiday

    June 11, 2021 7:42 PM

    BATON ROUGE- Governor John Bel Edwards signed a bill Thursday declaring Juneteenth a state holiday. The bill passed unanimously in both the House and the Senate. Juneteenth is observed on June 19, but the bill does not go into effect until the beginning of August. Juneteenth is the... more »
  • State lawmakers to address nursing shortage in Louisiana Play Video

    June 1, 2021 7:31 PM

    Healthcare workers have been hailed over the past year for their efforts to aid in the pandemic, but as COVID remains an issue, hospitals are also dealing with a desperate need for nurses across the state. "We have many open positions. Many contract nurses are here," said Coletta Barrett,... more »
  • Capitol rioter arrested after his Bumble match turned him in

    April 24, 2021 4:17 PM

    One of the men that stormed the capitol on Jan. 6 was arrested after his Bumble match turned him in. Robert Chapman, a New York resident, bragged about his role in the riot on Bumble about a week after the attack, saying that he "made it all the way... more »
  • With LSU leaders absent for Title IX hearing, students voice frustration at Capitol Play Video

    April 8, 2021 7:37 PM

    BATON ROUGE – There were plenty of questions at the Capitol on Thursday, and most of them went unanswered. Members of the Senate Select Committee on Women and Children hoped to talk to LSU leaders about Title IX policies. On Wednesday, the university’s legal counsel advised them not to... more »
  • Louisiana man arrested after breaching the U.S. Capitol

    January 17, 2021 4:52 PM

    SHREVEPORT, La. - A Louisiana man and his cousin were arrested on Saturday (Jan. 16) after officials discovered that they entered the U.S. Capitol with other rioters on Jan. 6 The United States District Court for the District of Columbia filed a criminal complaint against Louisiana resident... more »
  • US Olympic gold medalist charged in Capitol riot

    January 13, 2021 5:36 PM

    WASHINGTON - A former swimmer and U.S. Olympic gold medalist is facing charges after allegedly taking part in the unlawful entrance of the U.S. Capitol building last week. Police identified 38-year-old Klete Keller, a 6'6" swimmer, thanks in part to his height, but also because of a Team USA... more »
  • Local authorities reassure citizens following FBI's warning of possible national unrest Play Video

    January 12, 2021 6:57 AM

    BATON ROUGE - As the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) reportedly prepares for a possible series of "armed protests" that may have been planned at all 50 state capitols and the US Capitol in Washington DC ahead of Inauguration Day on Jan. 20 , local authorities in Louisiana are collaborating... more »
  • 'Deeply troubling': LSU Athletics responds to controversy surrounding sponsor in wake of DC riot

    January 11, 2021 2:42 PM

    BATON ROUGE - The LSU Athletics department says photos showing Rouses co-owner Donald Rouse Sr. at last week's protest which ended in a deadly riot at the U.S. Capitol are "deeply troubling," but it's unclear if the controversy will affect the university's advertising relationship with the supermarket chain. On... more »
  • Lawmakers condemn Wednesday's violent protest in D.C. Play Video

    January 7, 2021 8:38 AM

    WASHINGTON - Lawmakers in Washington D.C.'s Capitol building, shaken by Wednesday (Jan. 6) afternoon's violent protest and storming of the building, were united in their condemnation of the mob's actions. During the riot, lawmakers were ushered out of the building. Among them, Senator Bill Cassidy of Louisiana, who spoke... more »
  • Louisiana's state treasurer released from hospital after testing positive for COVID-19

    December 3, 2020 3:18 PM

    BATON ROUGE - State Treasurer John M. Schroder was released from the hospital Friday night after contracting the coronavirus , his office announced Saturday. Schroder's office announced Thursday, that he was admitted to the hospital for complications related to COVID-19. The 59-year-old state official is currently resting... more »
  • Louisiana unemployment compensation topping $1.4 billion

    May 14, 2020 6:28 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Unemployment and the tidal wave of people filing for benefits was a discussion at the Capitol Thursday. Louisiana Workforce Commission Secretary Ava Dejoie was there discussing updates and changes to unemployment during the coronavirus pandemic. Monday, the pandemic emergency unemployment compensation started. People who have exhausted... more »
  • Couple marries at state capitol after pandemic cancels wedding plans Play Video

    May 4, 2020 10:43 PM

    BATON ROUGE - On the first day lawmakers returned to the state capitol after weeks of delays due to COVID-19, one couple was also present, but not to hear a bill or meet a legislator. There was a wedding to be had. There were your typical sights. The exchanging... more »
  • State Capitol's front doors will reopen after three years - but it won't be pretty Play Video

    September 19, 2018 4:16 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Visitors will soon be able to walk through the State Capitol’s front doors again after the 86-year-old building gets a new covered walkway. The walkway may clash with the building’s Art Deco architecture, but it will allow people to safely walk up the broad steps labeled... more »
  • Louisiana capitol doors to reopen this summer Play Video

    March 14, 2018 8:11 PM

    BATON ROUGE- The front doors of the state capitol have been shut for two years now as repair crews waterproof and reset limestone panels on the building's exterior. The 86-year-old structure is the tallest building in Baton Rouge and the work being done is more than routine maintenance. ... more »
  • Damaged artwork under repair at Louisiana Capitol Play Video

    January 14, 2018 10:26 PM

    BATON ROUGE- Rugged scaffolding now dominates the ornate aesthetics of Memorial Hall in the center of Louisiana's State Capitol. A delicate process is underway to repair small tears in the ceiling's mural. "It's in very good condition actually," said artist Elise Grenier. After a quick climb to the top,... more »
  • Front doors at Louisiana Capitol stay closed another year Play Video

    July 19, 2017 9:36 PM

    The front doors at the Louisiana Capitol have been closed for about two years as of summer 2017. BATON ROUGE- It was supposed to be a simple waterproof job on the exterior of the Louisiana Capitol but inspectors found a more serious problem. Not that waterproofing the exterior... more »
  • Lawmaker delays vote on Louisiana gas tax hike

    May 24, 2017 10:23 PM

    BATON ROUGE - A Louisiana lawmaker pushing to increase Louisiana's gas tax is urging his House colleagues to consider the proposal, which so far doesn't have enough votes to win passage. Republican Rep. Steve Carter, of Baton Rouge, delayed a scheduled vote on the tax hike bill until next week.... more »
  • Louisiana tax study likely to be shelved, instead of enacted

    May 15, 2017 2:55 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Louisiana's lawmakers are on track to reject most of the big-ticket concepts pushed by a blue-ribbon panel they commissioned to recommend tax overhaul ideas. Few task force suggestions have advanced beyond their first hearings. Several of the main proposals have been killed outright, while others haven't even... more »
  • Lawmakers talk tax bills in second week of legislative session Play Video

    April 17, 2017 10:29 AM

    BATON ROUGE - A busy Monday starts the second week of the legislative session. Nearly a dozen proposed bills are up for discussion in the Senate Committee on Revenue and Fiscal Affairs. Two of them deal with the flooding events last year, and tax breaks. Under... more »
  • Report: Shots fired near U.S. Capitol, suspect in custody

    March 29, 2017 9:53 AM

    WASHINGTON D.C. – Authorities in Washington D.C. are investigating an incident outside the U.S. Capitol building Wednesday morning. According to ABC News, one person was taken into custody after driving into a U.S. Capitol Police car attempting to hit officers. Police responded to Washington Ave and Independence Ave. That... more »
  • Edwards unveils plan to bridge $304 million budget gap Play Video

    February 3, 2017 3:15 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Louisiana Governor John Bel Edwards unveiled his plan to bridge a $304 million budget gap for the upcoming special session Monday. Edwards revealed plans to take advantage of the state's $119.6 million Rainy Day Fund to stabalize the budget. The governor's plan does not include raising... more »
  • State budget cuts loom Play Video

    January 26, 2017 11:55 PM

    BATON ROUGE- Governor John Bel Edwards is scheduled to address state lawmakers in a joint budget meeting Friday morning at the capitol where he's expected to disclose more details on an upcoming special legislative session. The Louisiana budget is short $304 million for the current fiscal year leaving state services... more »
  • Cake with innuendo causes turmoil at Louisiana capitol Play Video

    November 18, 2016 11:32 PM

    BATON ROUGE- What better way to celebrate a birthday than with a cake? At least that's what State Representative Mark Abraham thought Friday when he offered to share his bikini cake with his colleagues at the state capitol. The cake was shaped like a woman's body in a... more »
  • Flags ordered at half-staff on day after tragic shooting

    July 18, 2016 1:01 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Gov. John Bel Edwards has ordered the U.S. and state flag to be flown at half-staff over the Capitol and all public buildings in Louisiana until sunset on Monday. The governor said the decision was made in order to honor the lives of three law enforcement... more »
  • Peaceful protesters ask for unity in Capitol march Play Video

    July 10, 2016 12:07 AM

    BATON ROUGE - Hundreds gathered in the street in front of Baton Rouge City Hall, all chanting for justice for Alton Sterling. With megaphones and posters in hand, the people began their one-and-a-half mile march to the State Capitol. The march was organized by city leaders calling for... more »
  • 2 Special Sessions: The cost to taxpayers Play Video

    June 24, 2016 9:17 PM

    BATON ROUGE - In addition to the usual legislative session, lawmakers spent a lot of extra time at the Capitol this year thanks to two separate Special Sessions. The move cost taxpayers millions. The first Special Session began on February 14th. It ended 25 days later, but over that... more »
  • Lawmakers making last minute effort to fund TOPS Play Video

    June 22, 2016 7:44 PM

    BATON ROUGE - The Capitol is taking last minute efforts to put more money into the TOPS Scholarship program. The plan requires a tax hike and would only effect those who make more than $100,000 a year. However, Republicans are not in favor of the plan. The proposal for the... more »
  • Lawmaker calls proposed tax policy 'worst ever' Play Video

    June 15, 2016 11:12 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Some lawmakers are calling a tax bill that passed through the House Ways and Means Committee Wednesday as some of the worst tax policy ever. The tax hike would mainly impact wealthy people when they file their state return. It will only take effect if the... more »
  • Critical tax vote planned Wednesday in House committee

    June 15, 2016 11:38 AM

    BATON ROUGE - Pressure is being put on members of the House tax committee, who are deciding whether to scale back a tax deduction for upper-income earners. The Ways and Means Committee meets Wednesday afternoon to consider the legislation by Bogalusa Rep. Malinda White, to raise more than $100 million... more »
  • Lawmakers approve budget, look to raise taxes in special session

    June 5, 2016 10:08 PM

    BATON ROUGE - State lawmakers passed a budget Sunday evening that slashes funding for both TOPS scholarships and hospitals. The approved cuts means the TOPS scholarship would be cut in half, costing an LSU student about $1,800 to go to school next year. The healthcare cuts could hurt health... more »
  • Person detained following bomb threat at State Capitol Play Video

    May 16, 2016 7:37 PM

    BATON ROUGE- One person is in custody following bomb threats Monday evening at the State Capitol and Hollywood Casino in downtown Baton Rouge, State Police say. A bomb threat was called into the State Capitol just before 6:30 p.m. Minutes later, a similar threat was called into the Hollywood... more »
  • State lawmaker makes bribe-like accusation Play Video

    May 4, 2016 8:08 PM

    BATON ROUGE- A state representative has accused a well respected lobbying firm of making him a shady offer. Representative Terry Brown (I-Colfax) said Wednesday a lobbyist with Southern Strategy Group in Baton Rouge offered to shower his district with corporate investments if he agreed to kill a bill he's... more »
  • Students invade Capitol for 'Take our Daughters and Sons to Work Day'

    April 29, 2016 7:39 PM

    BATON ROUGE – Lawmakers took the day off Friday, so students, along with their parents and teachers, took over the Louisiana State Capitol building. It was all part of a new event that Governor John Bel Edwards called, “Take our Daughters and Sons to Work Day.” And that is... more »
  • Mother fights for medical marijuana Play Video

    April 8, 2016 6:46 PM

    BATON ROUGE- Nine-year old Connor Corkern's epilepsy is so severe he once had a seizure that lasted 36 hours. To control his condition his mother Katie was forced to put him on a number of prescription medications. She said the medications break her heart because the side-effects are almost as... more »
  • Gov. Edwards takes questions on Medicaid, TOPS

    April 7, 2016 2:06 PM

    BATON ROUGE- Gov. John Bel Edwards discussed TOPS, Medicaid and equal pay for women at a press conference that he held in his office on Thursday afternoon. He said that his administration will reveal budget cut proposals next week to cope with that state’s $750 million gap. Earlier, proposals for... more »
  • Teens speak about rallying for raising prosecution age in La. Play Video

    April 6, 2016 6:01 PM

    BATON ROUGE- Two teenagers stopped by News 2 at 4 on Wednesday afternoon to speak on a Senate Bill that raises the age limit for prosecution in the state. The current state law allows for 17 year olds to be prosecuted as adults. Senate Bill 324 creates the Raise the... more »
  • Advocates to rally at Capitol to raise prosecution age

    April 6, 2016 10:46 AM

    BATON ROUGE- Louisiana is one of nine states that prosecute 17-year-olds as adults, and supporters looking to raise the prosecution age in the state are set to rally at the State Capitol on Wednesday to kick off the first Youth Justice Day. Supporters, including Gov. John Bel Edwards and State... more »
  • Back in session: Higher education, healthcare could face cuts

    March 14, 2016 8:51 PM

    BATON ROUGE - The new legislative session began today, and Governor John Bel Edwards delivered grim news to lawmakers regarding the state budget in his opening address. Lawmakers didn't raise enough money in the special session to keep critical services from being cut. Under state law, they can't raise... more »
  • Lawmakers race against the clock to close budget gap Play Video

    March 8, 2016 12:19 AM

    BATON ROGE - The special legislative session ends Wednesday and lawmakers now have less than 48 hours to sort out the state's budget mess. Monday, they discussed raising the sales tax an extra cent until the end of the current fiscal year. There's no official proposal yet, but republicans and... more »
  • Standoff between state House, Senate impeding progress Play Video

    March 2, 2016 1:22 AM

    BATON ROUGE - Tuesday at the capitol, discussions over raising sin taxes stalled again, but lawmakers did make a last minute decision to approve a one cent sales tax increase. For a 3rd consecutive day, Louisiana's House of Representatives refused to take an action on two tax increases - cigarettes... more »
  • LSU students removed from Capitol after senate chamber disruption Play Video

    February 29, 2016 6:51 PM

    BATON ROUGE – Two LSU students were removed from the state Capitol Monday afternoon after causing a disruption in the senate chamber. Peter Jenkins was escorted out of the Capitol after dropping a banner that read, “Save Our Schools #SOSLA.” Security quickly grabbed the banner and removed the students.... more »
  • Budget, taxes and baseball: This week at the Capitol Play Video

    February 23, 2016 12:55 AM

    BATON ROUGE - While most bills filed this session deal with raising taxes, cutting incentives or trimming departmental budgets, the State House of Representatives is expected to take up a bill that would sweeten Louisiana's bid to host the SEC Baseball Tournament in New Orleans. The bill would ammend an... more »
  • Students rally at capitol Play Video

    February 19, 2016 6:39 PM

    BATON ROUGE - A small group of college students rallied at the capitol Friday protesting higher education cuts. They demanded state lawmakers take action in the current special session. The rally was completely organized by students, about fifty attended. "I think this is amazing that we were able to turn... more »
  • No college sports, a distant reality Play Video

    February 12, 2016 9:29 PM

    BATON ROUGE - University athletics are putting a lot of faith in state leaders to right the state budget gap. The state partially reinstated TOPS Friday , following a big scare to Louisiana students and their parents. Many in-state student athletes rely on TOPS. LSU baseball head Coach Paul... more »
  • Edwards calls special session to raise taxes Play Video

    February 5, 2016 4:20 PM

    BATON ROUGE - State lawmakers will start debating a tax hike next week with Governor John Bel Edwards calling a special legislative session Friday to tackle Louisiana's budget crisis. Lawmakers will go into the special session on Sunday, Feb. 14 and will remain in session until Mar. 9. Edwards... more »
  • Possible sales tax increase by April part of plan to balance budget

    January 19, 2016 3:25 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Governor John Bel Edwards proposed, among other things, a one-cent sales tax increase to help balance the budget. The plan was revealed at a news conference Tuesday afternoon. Edwards discussed ways he plans to fill a $750 million shortfall in the current budget and a shortfall... more »
  • Lawmakers refuse to hear income tax repeal bills Play Video

    April 15, 2013 10:40 AM

    BATON ROUGE - The state House Ways and Means committee said today they would defer all income tax repeal bills for this session, essentially killing Governor Bobby Jindal's main plan for tax reform. Committee chair Joel Robideaux (R-Lafayette) said such bills already scheduled for a hearing would still be... more »

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