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  • Livingston Parish tax supporting library system renewed -- barely

    November 18, 2023 10:54 PM

    LIVINGSTON PARISH - Voters in Livingston Parish on Saturday narrowly approved a measure that will extend a property tax that funds local libraries. With all 79 precincts reporting, the Prop 10 Mills Renewal led by a fraction of a percentage point -- 168 votes, in total. Passage... more »
  • Preliminary results: St. Helena school tax trails... by 11 votes

    November 18, 2023 10:39 PM

    ST. HELENA PARISH - A proposed 1 percent sales tax marked for school safety enhancements and academic programs in St. Helena Parish appears to have come up short -- for now -- by 11 votes. With all 11 precincts reporting, and early votes counted, results show 1,723 "no" votes... more »
  • Three of 4 constitutional amendments headed toward approval

    November 18, 2023 10:17 PM

    BATON ROUGE - With the majority of the votes counted, three of the four constitutional amendments on Saturday's ballot were headed toward passage. Voters, however, rejected a fourth proposal. CA No. 1 would allow the state legislature to challenge a veto by the governor without calling a special... more »
  • Democrats face tough future after Louisiana primary

    October 15, 2023 12:19 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Republicans dominated Saturday's Louisiana elections, setting the stage for a near-term future that could put every statewide office in GOP hands, along with a supermajority in the legislature. Jeff Landry's ascension to governor -- succeeding Democrat John Bel Edwards -- highlighted a night that included the... 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 »
  • Deadline is Wednesday for in-person, mail-in voter registration

    September 12, 2023 11:47 AM

    BATON ROUGE - Those yet to register to vote have until Wednesday to submit their information by mail or in person ahead of next month's Louisiana elections. Registration can be done at any area Office of Motor Vehicles. While the Sept. 13 deadline applies to mail-in and in-person... more »
  • Poll: Landry, Wilson likely to advance, but one of them is 'best positioned' to become governor Play Video

    August 22, 2023 4:57 PM

    BATON ROUGE - The frontrunners at the start of the 2023 campaign for Louisiana governor are the frontrunners today, according to a new statewide poll—but it is Republican Jeff Landry who is "best positioned to win" the race this fall. WBRZ and several partner organizations commissioned the poll, which... more »
  • Local races take shape as candidate filing period closes

    August 10, 2023 8:00 PM

    BATON ROUGE - The filing period for the October 2023 election in Louisiana has closed, providing clarity on the races that will -- and won't -- be taking place this fall. In the Capital Area, many high profile officials drew opponents. Races of particular note include: EAST BATON... more »
  • Louisiana shows off new 'I Voted' sticker design

    August 7, 2023 4:53 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Louisiana's secretary of state on Monday unveiled the design of the stickers those voting in upcoming election will receive. Jefferson Parish Artist Becky Fos is behind the artwork -- which she calls "Confidence." The stickers will be given to anyone who votes in the October... more »
  • Graves throws support to Waguespack in governor's race

    June 7, 2023 2:09 PM

    BATON ROUGE - In a video shot on a backdrop of biscuits, eggs and coffee, 6th District U.S. Rep. Garret Graves endorses Republican Stephen Waguespack in the race for governor of Louisiana. The move signals a break from the state party establishment, which has rallied to the cause of... more »
  • Governor says not enough signatures to trigger recall election for New Orleans mayor

    March 21, 2023 12:49 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Governor John Bel Edwards said an effort to recall New Orleans Mayor Latoya Cantrell did not garner enough legitimate signatures to trigger a special recall election. The statement from the governor's office came just hours after boxes full of signatures were dropped off at the State... more »
  • Landry dominates governor's race in 'cash on hand'

    February 16, 2023 2:39 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Louisiana Attorney General Jeff Landry has opened up a sizable lead in at least one aspect of the 2023 race for governor -- campaign cash. Campaign finance reports filed on Wednesday show Landry -- who has the backing of the state GOP apparatus -- has $5... more »
  • Broome says she plans to seek a third term

    January 11, 2023 1:41 PM

    BATON ROUGE – Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome says she plans to run for a third term. Broome made that statement Tuesday on Jim Engster’s “Talk Louisiana” on WRKF-FM. "As of … January 10th, 2023, my response would be yes," she said when asked if she’ll seek another term... more »
  • Deadline Saturday to register for December election in Louisiana

    November 19, 2022 1:13 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Louisiana residents who are not already registered to vote can do so Saturday and still qualify to participate in the next election. The state deadline for registration is Nov. 19. Those already registered do not need to take any additional action. Louisiana voters return to... more »
  • Scalise launches bid for House Majority Leader post

    November 9, 2022 2:16 PM

    NEW ORLEANS - With the Republican Party favored -- though not guaranteed -- to assume control of the House of Representatives in the coming session, Louisiana Rep. Steve Scalise is aiming for a top spot in Congress. The longtime lawmaker from suburban New Orleans on Wednesday declared his intention... more »
  • Kennedy rolls past challengers, avoids runoff Play Video

    November 8, 2022 10:51 PM

    BATON ROUGE - U.S. Sen. John Kennedy was elected to a second term on Tuesday, easily avoiding a runoff. With votes still being tallied, the Republican lawmaker had secured about two-thirds of the total vote. CLICK HERE FOR UPDATED ELECTION RESULTS The former state treasurer has become... more »
  • Status quo: Incumbents coast to reelection in local Congressional races Play Video

    November 8, 2022 7:17 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Polls have closed in Louisiana, where incumbent members of the U.S. House of Representatives were heavily favored to retain their positions in Congress. Here's how the trio of lawmakers from the WBRZ viewing area fared: TROY CARTER REELECTED Rookie Democratic Congressman Troy Carter, whose district... more »
  • Final hours tick away as early voting wraps up in Louisiana

    November 1, 2022 1:27 PM

    UPDATE: Louisiana is poised to set a new mid-term election high for early and absentee voting, officials tell WBRZ. With the pre-election day voting period set to end at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, the Secretary of State's office forecasts a total of more than 350,000 early and absentee votes.... more »
  • Former Amite police chief, current city council member plead guilty in vote-buying case

    July 21, 2022 4:29 PM

    AMITE - Two Amite city officials pled guilty to violating federal election laws by trying to pay for votes during their respective elections. Former Amite Police Chief Jerry Trabona, 72, and current Amite City Council Member Kristian Hart, 49, offered to pay Tangipahoa residents to vote in the primary... more »
  • District Court Judge Christopher Dassau found dead at his home Sunday Play Video

    January 16, 2022 1:47 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Nineteenth Judicial District Court Judge Christopher Dassau died suddenly Sunday. He was found dead at his home on Sinbad Street, sources told WBRZ. Dassau was elected to District Court in November 2020. Dassau worked under Baker City Attorney Ken Fabre as the City of Baker... more »
  • Darryl Hurst appointed to District 5 council seat, plans to run in March election Play Video

    January 12, 2022 11:18 PM

    BATON ROUGE - The Metro Council appointed businessman Darryl Hurst on Wednesday to fill the District 5 seat left vacant when Erika Green resigned after winning her race for Baton Rouge Family Court Judge. Hurst will hold the seat until at least the March 26 special election to determine... more »
  • CATS property tax renewal approved by voters Saturday

    November 13, 2021 9:02 PM

    BATON ROUGE - A ten-year tax renewal funding the public transit system here was approved by voters Saturday. Voters in the city of Baton Rouge and Baker backed the CATS property tax renewal, which costs about $100 for each $100,000 of a home's assessed value. The average homeowner may... 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 »
  • What will be on your ballot for the postponed fall elections

    September 14, 2021 4:46 PM

    Statewide Constitutional Amendments (Every parish will vote): Amendment 1 : “Do you support an amendment to authorize the legislature to provide for the streamlined electronic filing, electronic remittance, and the collection of sales and use taxes levied within the state by the State and Local Streamlined Sales and Use... more »
  • Man allegedly killed wife, submitted presidential election ballot in her name

    May 14, 2021 6:59 PM

    SALIDA, Colorado - A man arrested earlier this month in his wife's murder is now accused of voting more than once in the 2020 presidential election using her name. Barry Morphew, 53, is charged with felony forgery and offenses related to mail ballots. Morphew was previously arrested May... more »
  • Julia Letlow wins 5th Congressional District seat replacing late husband, Luke Letlow

    March 20, 2021 9:09 PM

    Julia Letlow wins the U.S. House seat for Louisiana's 5th Congressional District. Letlow, a Republican from Richland Parish, will be taking up the torch her late husband left behind after results came in on Saturday that she won the 5th congressional district seat. The seat was open after... more »
  • La. reports nearly 13,000-person net decrease in population after latest census

    January 21, 2021 3:57 PM

    Louisiana is one of more than a dozen states to see a decrease in its population over the past decade, according to the latest census data. According to the PEW research center, the United States saw an overall population increase of about seven percent, a slowdown comparable to the... more »
  • 2 National Guard members removed from inauguration security mission

    January 19, 2021 12:41 PM

    WASHINGTON - Officials removed two Army National Guard members from inauguration security efforts after vetting revealed they had ties to extremist groups. ABC News cites a federal official who said an FBI investigation determined the pair had ties to far-right fringe groups. No further details regarding which unit they... more »
  • Report: Fake electors tried to deliver Arizona's 11 votes for President Trump

    December 14, 2020 10:13 PM

    PHOENIX - A group in Arizona allegedly sent notarized documents to the National Archives in Washington D.C. in an attempt to falsely deliver the state's 11 electoral votes for President Donald Trump. The Arizona Republic reports the group 'AZ Protect the Vote' claimed to represent the "sovereign citizens of... more »
  • Louisiana's electors cast ballots for President Trump Play Video

    December 14, 2020 8:59 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Though President Trump was not re-elected, eight republicans from each of Louisiana's six congressional districts emphatically cast their ballots for him at the State Capitol on Monday. Trump won the state back in November with 58 percent of the vote. On the steps outside, a handful... more »
  • New Orleans voters reject mayor's tax proposals; mayor warns this will result in layoffs

    December 7, 2020 7:04 AM

    NEW ORLEANS — Over the weekend, crescent city voters voiced their distaste for a series of tax proposals promoted by Mayor Latoya Cantrell. According to WWL-TV , Saturday's election resulted in a rejection of three proposed property tax dedication changes and a French Quarter sales tax renewal. Prior... more »
  • WBRZ to televise debate between mayoral runoff candidates Wednesday

    November 11, 2020 1:22 PM

    BATON ROUGE – The two candidates in the runoff election for East Baton Rouge mayor-president will appear in a live, televised debate on WBRZ Channel 2 on November 18. The WBRZ Mayoral Debate will be seen from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. on both WBRZ Channel 2 and news... more »
  • Trump's lead in Pennsylvania reportedly slimming

    November 5, 2020 9:47 AM

    According to ABC News , as of Thursday morning, shortly before 9 a.m., the percentage of expected vote reporting in Pennsylvania has ticked up from 88% to 89%, while the amount of mail-in ballots counted has remained close to 71%. Former Vice President Joe Biden has continued to narrow... more »
  • Louisiana voters line up at polling locations on Election Day 2020 Play Video

    November 3, 2020 7:26 AM

    BATON ROUGE - In Louisiana, where nearly one million voters have already cast their ballots, polls re-opened to Election Day voters on Tuesday, November 3 at 6 a.m and will remain open until 8 p.m. WBRZ's Nadeen Abusada was on site at a polling location in East Baton Rouge... more »
  • Massive number of absentee ballots could delay some election results, Sec. of State says Play Video

    November 2, 2020 10:16 PM

    BATON ROUGE - A record 964,181 Louisianians voted early and that high-turnout trend is expected to continue on Election Day. "We expect about 1.1 to 1.2 million more voters to participate," Secretary of State Kyle Ardoin said. Ardoin says lines Tuesday could at least mirror the crowds seen... more »
  • Nearly half of Ascension Parish residents voted early Play Video

    November 2, 2020 5:40 PM

    GONZALES- In what's proving to be a historic election, nearly half of all Ascension Parish voters have cast ballots already. The longtime Registrar of Voters Robert Poche said he expects turnout to be over 70-percent when the polls close Tuesday night. The hard work began Monday morning when hundreds... more »
  • Absentee voting deadline for most Louisiana citizens is Monday evening Play Video

    November 2, 2020 8:53 AM

    BATON ROUGE - This year's election has resulted in a historical voter turnout and with Election Day just around the corner, officials are preparing for large crowds at polling locations across the state. They're also reminding voters of important voting deadlines. For example, most Louisiana voters who do not... more »
  • Secretary of State: Nearly one million Louisianians participated in early voting Play Video

    October 28, 2020 10:33 AM

    BATON ROUGE — As 2020 continues to unfold, it's proving to be a year of unprecedented events and this is definitely the case when it comes to the historical amount of Louisianians who participated in early voting. According to Secretary of State Kyle Ardoin, early voting turnout across the... more »
  • Early voting numbers pour in with over 78,000 ballots cast at EBR polls as of Monday

    October 26, 2020 7:51 AM

    BATON ROUGE - According to the Associated Press, early voting statistics reveal that voters across the U.S. are eager to have a say in the 2020 Presidential Election with a total of 58.6 million ballots cast so far. And in East Baton Rouge Parish, with eight days before Election... more »
  • Determined to have a voice in politics, more than 26,000 EBR residents participate in early voting Play Video

    October 19, 2020 9:42 AM

    BATON ROUGE - The majority of voters in East Baton Rouge Parish aren't letting fear of coronavirus prevent them from having a voice at the polls this October. On Monday morning, locals who were determined to take advantage of early voting made their way to poll sites across the... more »
  • Online registration deadline for Nov. 3 election is Tuesday

    October 12, 2020 11:48 AM

    BATON ROUGE - On Monday, Louisiana's Secretary of State, Kyle Ardoin, issued a reminder to residents regarding the online registration deadline for the Nov. 3 Presidential General and Open Congressional Primary Election. The deadline is Tuesday, Oct. 13. Secretary Ardoin's email went on to explain this deadline applies... more »
  • La officials announce creation of 'GeauxBot,' new virtual assistant tool for voters

    October 7, 2020 11:28 AM

    BATON ROUGE - Louisiana voters have a new tool to assist them throughout the 2020 election season and beyond. The launch of GeauxBot, was announced Wednesday by Secretary of State Kyle Ardoin. The new virtual voter assistant, created in partnership with IBM, grants voters access to pertinent election... more »
  • Drive-thru census, voter registration event to be held at Cortana Mall, Tuesday

    September 29, 2020 6:43 AM

    BATON ROUGE - The East Baton Rouge Mayor's Office announced Monday that a drive-thru 2020 census registration and voter registration event will take place Tuesday, September 29 from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. in the Cortana Mall parking lot, which is located at 9401 Cortana Place in Baton Rouge. ... more »
  • Officials change Louisiana's early voting plan, extending dates & hours Play Video

    September 25, 2020 7:41 AM

    BATON ROUGE - Louisiana officials are allowing voters more time to cast their ballots early and the East Baton Rouge Parish Registrar of Voters has extended its office hours for voters. The dates have been extended from October 16 through October 27, excluding the dates of Sunday, October 18... more »
  • See election results for races in multiple parishes here

    August 15, 2020 10:18 PM

    BATON ROUGE - A number of parishes voted in municipal elections and made decisions about taxes Saturday. Click HERE to see election results. Navigate to the "parishes" tab and select a specific parish to see election results. more »
  • List of candidates qualifying for November election

    July 22, 2020 4:35 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Find candidates qualified to run for elected office in the November election. Qualifying dates: Wednesday, July 22, - Friday, July, 24. Click HERE for a comprehensive list of qualified candidates maintained by the Secretary of State. IMPORTANT: Select 11/03/2020 from the election date drop-down tab... more »
  • Shreveport Mayor to run against Bill Cassidy for US Senate position

    July 22, 2020 1:49 PM

    SHREVEPORT - The Mayor of Shreveport is looking to unseat Republican incumbent Bill Cassidy. According to Shreveport-based ABC News affiliate, KTBS , Mayor Adrian Perkins officially launched his candidacy for U.S. Senate in Louisiana Wednesday morning, with a last-minute entrance into the competition. Perkins made the following statement... more »
  • EBR election results finally revealed after midnight

    July 12, 2020 1:13 AM

    BATON ROUGE - Votes were not tallied until well after midnight Saturday in a handful of municipal elections in East Baton Rouge. Saturday, voters were to elect Baker city council members along with deciding on re-electing the mayor and chief of police or putting new leadership in office. ... more »
  • Baker voters re-elect mayor, police chief Saturday

    July 11, 2020 8:35 PM

    BAKER - Voters here had to decide ballot items related to city officials, including mayor and police chief. Incumbent mayor Darnell Waites and chief of police Carl Dunn were running for reelection. In the mayoral election, Darnell Waites secured re-election, winning about 52% of the vote. In... more »
  • Voters renew EBR Sheriff's Office property tax

    July 11, 2020 8:28 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Voters decided on a property tax renewal for the East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office Saturday. The tax, which has been on the books since the early 1980's, generates a little less than $16.5 million. It essentially funds regular operations of the EBR Sheriff's Office. ... more »
  • Masks, voter safety encouraged at polling locations, Saturday Play Video

    July 10, 2020 8:22 AM

    BATON ROUGE - Citizens are encouraged to cast their votes for the Presidential primary and other elections, Saturday, July 11, but to do so in a safe and health conscious manner. Saturday marks the first election since Louisiana's surge in cases of novel coronavirus, and in addition to officials... more »
  • Absentee ballot deadlines for July 11 election

    July 7, 2020 12:55 PM

    BATON ROUGE - The deadline for voters to request an absentee ballot is Tuesday, July 7 at 4:30 pm. V oters who have requested but not yet received an absentee ballot can check on the status of their ballot by visiting voterportal.sos.la.gov , and filling out the appropriate voter... more »
  • Early voting for Presidential Preference Primary set to end Saturday

    July 3, 2020 10:07 AM

    BATON ROUGE — Early voting in the Presidential Preference Primary is fast approaching its conclusion. It began Saturday, June 20 and ends Saturday, July 4. According to the Emergency Election Plan, the early voting period had been extended by six days. Only registered Democrats and Republicans are eligible... more »
  • GOP U.S. Sen. Bill Cassidy formally launches reelection bid Play Video

    February 20, 2020 6:15 AM

    DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (AP) — Republican U.S. Sen. Bill Cassidy officially kicked off his Louisiana reelection campaign Wednesday by highlighting his storm recovery work in Washington with a visit to a repaired, locally-owned grocery store that was heavily damaged in the capital region’s 2016 massive flood. I'm committed... more »
  • Bernie Sanders narrowly wins New Hampshire primary

    February 12, 2020 5:25 AM

    Despite spending much of his career as a political outsider, Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders has become a top contender for the Democratic Party's presidential nomination by winning the New Hampshire Democratic primary contest. On Tuesday, Feb. 11 the left-wing senator won a close race over former mayor Pete Buttigieg.... more »
  • Candidates neck and neck in new poll - Undecided voters increase

    November 14, 2019 4:39 PM

    BATON ROUGE – One thing seems to be sure in the last series of polls forecasting who will win the gubernatorial race in Louisiana Saturday: It’ll be a long night of watching and waiting for election results. “This race will go down to the wire,” pollster John Couvillon said... more »
  • No major complaints related to EBR voting Saturday

    October 12, 2019 6:47 PM

    BATON ROUGE - IT was a relatively smooth election day in EBR, considering the contentious battle over whether voters in the St. George area will form their own city. Registrar Steve Raborn told WBRZ around 6 p.m. Saturday, there hadn't been many complaints. There were one or two... more »
  • See how Abraham, Edwards and Rispone poll in last-minute survey

    October 7, 2019 1:56 PM

    BATON ROUGE – Voters’ minds in Louisiana were relatively unchanged over the last two weeks, showing incumbent Governor John Bel Edwards leads the polls, but not showing an outright win Saturday. Two polls were released Monday – including polling by JMC Analytics . Of people who had made... more »
  • Former embattled judge to challenge Sheriff Mike Cazes in surprise political twist

    August 8, 2019 5:59 PM

    PORT ALLEN – Two years after resigning from a westside judgeship amid turmoil, Robin Free has decided to challenge incumbent Mike Cazes for sheriff. Free was suspended in 2016 then quit the following year after being accused by the Judiciary Commission of inappropriate actions involving individuals that appeared before... more »
  • St. George issue likely appearing on October ballot Play Video

    March 8, 2019 5:36 PM

    BATON ROUGE – An election to create the proposed city of St. George will effectively end up on a ballot this fall because the governor’s office was not able to set a vote for May by the deadline to do so – Monday. Friday, the governor’s office said it... more »
  • Pollster: St. George has strong momentum Play Video

    February 27, 2019 12:30 AM

    BATON ROUGE - A longtime political pollster in EBR believes the St. George movement would pass if a vote were held immediately, but adds a lot could change between now and the likely election. "I think the average voter [in the proposed city of St. George] feels disenfranchised," said... more »
  • BR constable, municipal election results

    December 8, 2018 9:26 PM

    BATON ROUGE – Voters across the region decided runoff elections for city leaders and tax propositions Saturday. Click HERE to see results from local races in various parishes. more »

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