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  • LSU's campus mounds among oldest known man-made structures in North America

    August 22, 2022 3:36 PM

    BATON ROUGE - New research shows the LSU Campus Mounds, one of the college's most significant landmarks, are some of the oldest man-made structures in all of North America. LSU shared details Monday from the study by the American Journal of Science , saying a charred mammal bone fragment... more »
  • Runners kick off 4th of July with annual Freedom Mile Play Video

    July 4, 2022 2:18 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Hundreds gathered along the levee to take part in the annual Freedom Mile, kicking off Fourth of July festivities Monday morning. A tradition that's been around since 1985, the Freedom Mile is a point-to-point trek that runs along River Road. For many it's a chance to... more »
  • In wake of two boating fatalities, Pointe Coupee officials hoping for safe holiday weekend Play Video

    May 27, 2022 7:06 PM

    NEW ROADS - The water was calm Friday afternoon on False River. There were only a few boats around and not a wave in sight, but come Memorial Day Weekend, the lake is expected to be packed. "It takes us a whole week to prepare," Melissa Campbell, the... more »
  • 2 Make A Difference: YMCA partners with food banks to hold food distribution event in West Baton Rouge Play Video

    April 2, 2021 10:57 PM

    BATON ROUGE - The YMCA branch in Baton Rouge is teaming up with the Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank, the USDA Farmers to Families Food Boxes and Albertsons Companies Foundation to distribute 7,500 pounds of food to underserved individuals in the community. Around 300 families will receive a box... more »
  • WATCH: President Trump, First Lady celebrate Independence Day at South Dakota's 2020 Mount Rushmore Fireworks Celebrations Play Video

    July 3, 2020 9:22 PM

    KEYSTONE, Sd. - President Donald Trump and the First Lady will watch the South Dakota’s 2020 Mount Rushmore Fireworks Celebrations on Friday. On Friday, July 3rd President Trump and Melania Trump will celebrate the 4th of July in South Dakota to view the huge fireworks display at Mt. Rushmore... more »
  • Celebrating Father's Day during the virus pandemic Play Video

    June 21, 2020 11:13 PM

    A lot of Father's Day dinners were taken to-go as people continue to practice social distancing. But for some, today was an excuse to finally get out the house to enjoy a delicious meal. It's a Father's Day celebration at Mestizo Louisiana Méxican Cuisine, and phones are ringing... more »
  • On Memorial Day, family remembers WWII veteran who died from COVID-19 Play Video

    May 25, 2020 11:03 PM

    BATON ROUGE - One Baton Rouge family is remembering a WWII veteran on Memorial Day, less than two months after he died from COVID-19. In April, we first told you about two brothers , Saymon and Willie Jefferson, that passed away within days of each other from the... more »
  • Equinox: a misnomer?

    September 26, 2017 12:16 PM

    The term "equinox" means equal night, which leads many to believe that the first day of fall or the first day of spring—the equinoxes—bring exactly 12 hours of day and night. However, this is only true in some locations. Earth takes approximately 365 days to orbit around the sun,... more »
  • LSU, SU students move in for 2017 school year Play Video

    August 16, 2017 6:20 PM

    BATON ROUGE - The is luggage rolling in, beds are being lofted and students at LSU and Southern University are moving in. Another move-in day is in the books for Baton Rouge's two major college campuses. Despite heavy rains and muggy conditions, most parents and their children had... more »
  • Report: Rapper Juvenile in jail over $150,000 child support debt

    June 17, 2017 5:56 PM

    NEW ORLEANS - New Orleans-born rapper Juvenile is in jail after a judge found that he owes $150,000 in child support payments. According to a report from WWL, the 42-year-old rapper, whose real name is Terius Gray, was booked into the Orleans Justice Center early Saturday morning. Records... more »
  • Baton Rouge Veterans Parade apologizes for anti-muslim image

    February 20, 2017 11:39 AM

    BATON ROUGE- An apparent anti-Muslim image was posted and quickly removed from the Baton Rouge Veterans Day Parade group Facebook page Monday morning. The meme depicted a racial slur of a middle eastern man using his hand to clean himself after going to the bathroom. The post only stayed... more »
  • Local florists prepare for busy Valentine's Day Play Video

    February 12, 2017 10:55 PM

    BATON ROUGE - It's that time of year again and local florists are keeping busy with Valentine's Day right around the corner. "I know we've done over 300 red roses themselves," florist Angela Longstreet said. The classic red rose takes the top spot in popularity for another year.... more »
  • Governor Edwards to hold ceremony for Law Enforcement Appreciation Day

    January 7, 2017 5:31 PM

    BATON ROUGE – Governor John Bel Edwards signed an official proclamation designating Monday, Jan. 9 as Law Enforcement Appreciation Day in Louisiana. The day is a way of expressing gratitude for the dedicated service of law enforcement officers and their families around the state. "We are immensely grateful... more »
  • Day after Christmas one of the most popular shopping days Play Video

    December 26, 2016 6:24 PM

    BATON ROUGE – The day after Christmas is well known to many shoppers returning unwanted gifts, however it also offers some of the best shopping deals. Monday, many shoppers went to the Mall of Louisiana to take advantage of the day's deals. Some even say the deals are... more »
  • Hurricane season 2016 ends today

    November 30, 2016 12:21 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Wednesday, Nov. 30 marks the last day of the 2016 hurricane season. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration says that the hurricane season for the Atlantic was the first above-normal season since 2012. The Atlantic Ocean saw 15 named storms in 2016, including seven hurricanes:... more »
  • Gov. Edwards declares Nov. 19 Adoption Awareness Day

    November 19, 2016 2:57 PM

    BATON ROUGE - November 19 is now Adoption Awareness Day in Louisiana, Gov. John Bel Edwards announced in a press release Saturday. Edwards said the day is dedicated to raise awareness for adoption, and for families willing and able to provide a home to a child in foster care.... more »
  • Hiring illegal contractors has its risks Play Video

    September 1, 2016 5:46 PM

    BATON ROUGE- Paying workers under the table for home repairs may be the quickest option for flood victims but it can be costly in the long run. Louisiana requires contractors be certified to protect customers from shaddy work or outright theft. The state keeps a list of qualified contractors... more »

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