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  • Another trial delay for prosecutor accused of felony hit and run Play Video

    September 18, 2023 5:32 PM

    NEW ROADS - There's yet another trial delay for the prosecutor facing felony charges tied to a 2021 hit and run on False River. Watch live newscasts here The WBRZ Investigative Unit found that since Chris Richard's arrest in August 2021, he's had six continuances in his case.... more »
  • Accident caused major congestion on I-10 East near Perkins Road

    January 31, 2021 5:03 PM

    BATON ROUGE - An accident that occurred on I-10 East near Perkins is caused heavy congestion Sunday afternoon. The accident happened around 3:30 p.m. near the Perkins Rd (156) exit. Two left lanes are blocked causing congestion to reach the Mississippi River Bridge. The 2 left... more »
  • Barring more delays, Nicholson, Brightside work to wrap up by summer Play Video

    February 24, 2020 9:44 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Dozens of orange cones and construction equipment dot the intersection of Nicholson Drive and Brightside Lane. It's been that way since July of 2018 when the project to improve the notoriously congested area began. The $9 million project that will add turn lanes, improve traffic signals,... more »
  • Another delay on vote to consolidate Ascension Parish sewer system Play Video

    December 2, 2019 9:42 PM

    ASCENSION PARISH - For the second time in as many weeks, a vote to approve a contract to consolidate the sewer system across Ascension Parish has been delayed. Late Monday afternoon, council Chairwoman Terri Casso told WBRZ, a Tuesday night meeting to vote on the contract... more »
  • Krewes thinking positive despite possible rain in parade forecast Play Video

    February 21, 2019 11:26 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Pockets of rain are in the forecast for Friday through Saturday evening that could impact the weekend’s Mardi Gras parades. "We're certainly watching the weather, but we're going to have a parade,” said Larry Rosendahl who is on the Krewe of Orion Board of Directors. ... more »
  • Baker requests extension for annual audit Play Video

    December 28, 2017 12:02 AM

    BAKER- Some councilmembers were not thrilled Wednesday when city officials first announced the annual audit would not be ready by the end of the year. "The financial part is about 95 percent complete," said Baker's financial director Mary Sue Stages. Some councilmembers feared a repeat of last year's... more »
  • Heavy traffic on I-10 East at LA 415

    March 11, 2017 6:57 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Heavy traffic has been reported on I-10 East at LA 415 following construction that took place Saturday morning. Congestion has cleared about six miles from the LA 415(Lobdell) exit as of 9 p.m. The congestion was caused by construction that was completed earlier in the day.... more »
  • Game 1 of LSU-Wichita State series delayed due to weather

    March 10, 2017 10:18 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Friday night's LSU baseball matchup against Witchita State has been postponed due to weather. Heavy rains and lightening in the area has forced officials to delay the game until 9:30 p.m. Getting it from both sides here at the Box. Strong puddling as well... more »
  • Multiple car accident closes lane on I-10 WB

    October 21, 2016 9:51 AM

    BATON ROUGE - Commuters may want to take an alternate route Friday morning as the right lane is blocked on I-10 westbound at the Pecue Overpass due to an accident involving three cars. The delay from this incident has reached Highland Road. News 2's Ashley Fruge is monitoring... more »
  • All lanes now open on I-10 WB

    September 23, 2016 10:07 AM

    BATON ROUGE - All lanes are now open on I-10 westbound. Friday morning, an accident blocked the left and center lanes of I-10 westbound after College Drive. News 2's Ashley Fruge is monitoring traffic. We will have updates on WBRZ.com and Twitter . more »
  • All lanes now open on I-10 EB

    September 22, 2016 9:07 AM

    BATON ROUGE - All lanes are now open on I-10 eastbound. Thursday morning, the right lane was blocked on I-10 eastbound at Acadian due to an accident involving multiple vehicles. The delay from this incident remains at LA 415 and I-110 South at Capitol Access. News 2's... more »
  • All lanes now open on the Sunshine Bridge

    September 21, 2016 7:00 AM

    SORRENTO - All lanes are now open on the Sunshine Bridge. Wednesday morning, all lanes of the Sunshine Bridge were closed westbound due to an accident with injury. There are several miles on delay on LA 44 southbound and LA 70 westbound. Commuters may take the Veterans Memorial... more »
  • All lanes now open on I-10 EB

    September 15, 2016 9:38 AM

    BATON ROUGE - All lanes are now open on I-10 eastbound. Thursday morning, the left lane of I-10 EB was closed at Perkins due to an accident. The delay from this incident remains at LA 415. News 2's Ashley Fruge is monitoring the roadways during Good Morning... more »
  • LSU baseball vs Auburn postponed, doubleheader Saturday

    April 1, 2016 3:52 PM

    BATON ROUGE – According to a tweet from Auburn Baseball, Friday’s game against LSU has been postponed due to rain. The official Auburn Twitter account said Friday’s game will be moved to a double header on Saturday at 1 p.m. Game two will start 30 minutes after the first... more »
  • Execution delayed for man convicted in woman's 1997 killing

    February 17, 2016 4:35 PM

    NEW ORLEANS - The Louisiana Supreme Court has delayed the planned execution of a man convicted of beating and stabbing a 71-year-old woman to death while robbing her home in 1997. The court agreed Wednesday to indefinitely postpone the March 14 execution date that a state judge had set... more »
  • Reopening of Istrouma High School could be delayed

    January 25, 2016 7:19 PM

    BATON ROUGE - There could be a delay in the reopening of Istrouma High School after the school board encountered a snag trying to regain control of the school from the state and the Recovery School District. School board members are hoping to open the north Baton Rouge school in... more »
  • Several road projects delayed in Denham Springs Play Video

    December 28, 2015 5:48 PM

    DENHAM SPRINGS - Several road projects expected to be underway in 2015 did not happen as planned. The most expensive project, Maple Street, was supposed to be overlaid and widened. That road serves as a popular route between Hatchell Lane and Range Avenue near Denham Springs High School. A few... more »
  • Heavy traffic delays remain after the holiday weekend

    November 30, 2015 9:09 AM

    BATON ROUGE- Traffic is moving slowly this morning after a busy holiday weekend. The interstate was covered in gridlock Sunday as drivers made their way back into town after the extended weekend. Drivers were stuck in bumper to bumper traffic, resulting in a stressful day for travelers. "Baton Rouge is... more »
  • Stalled vehicle blocking center lane of I-10 W on Mississippi River Bridge

    November 2, 2015 8:54 AM

    BATON ROUGE- All lanes are now open on I-10 West on the Mississippi River Bridge. Crews have cleared a stalled vehicle that was blocking the center lane, causing heavy congestion before the bridge. Traffic from the incident has reached Essen Lane. more »
  • Bridge inspection expected to cause more traffic delays

    August 19, 2015 8:33 AM

    GROSSE TETE - Drivers are getting ready for more delays on the I-10 corridor between Lafayette and Baton Rouge. One lane on I-10 West will be closed at Grosse Tete until 2:30 p.m. again Wednesday for routine bridge inspections. The lane closure resulted in an 11 mile traffic jam... more »
  • Jindal orders review of Texas Brine permits Play Video

    May 20, 2013 3:13 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Governor Bobby Jindal today ordered a review for all permits given to Texas Brine, the company which owns land a massive sinkhole appeared on last year, after he accused the company of dragging its feet in paying costs associated with the cleanup. "It has become clear... more »

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