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• Newly released inspection report shows major issues with Smitty's Supply before fire Play Video

  January 16, 2026 6:37 PM

  ROSELAND — A newly released inspection report by the Environmental Protection Agency shows major red flags in how Smitty's Supply was managed before the fire that destroyed it in August 2025. According to the 230-page report, inspectors found more than 25 'areas of concern', including improper storage and disposal... more »

• Residents raise concerns as Hyundai Steel Facility moves forward in Ascension Parish Play Video

  January 9, 2026 6:46 PM

  MODESTE — The state has purchased land in Ascension Parish for the planned Hyundai steel facility, a $5.8 billion project expected to create more than 1,300 direct jobs. While officials tout the economic benefits, nearby residents say the project is moving too quickly and comes at a high cost to... more »

• Louisiana wins Platinum Deal of the Year following Hyundai Steel's $5.8 billion investment in Ascension Parish Play Video

  January 5, 2026 4:14 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Louisiana won the Business Facilities' Platinum Deal of the Year award for the second year in a row, following Hyundai Steel's $5.8 billion investment in Ascension Parish. The Business Facilities' Deal of the Year Award recognizes projects that demonstrate significant capital investment, job creation, innovation and... more »

• Feds investigating death of plant worker in LaPlace

  July 14, 2023 2:34 PM

  LAPLACE - A plant worker in St. John the Baptist Parish died Thursday after an incident involving a train, though law enforcement says they initially received a different explanation for what triggered the emergency response. A representative with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration told WBRZ on Friday that... more »

• Local candy company ready for a sweeter 2021 Play Video

  April 5, 2021 6:48 PM

  PONCHATOULA - Elmer Chocolate is ready to hire as life moves more toward normalcy. The Ponchatoula-based chocolate company known for its famous Easter candy like the Gold Brick Egg saw business slowdown during the height of COVID restrictions last year. But, Easter 2021 brought renewed sales to the 166-year-old... more »

• Three killed in DeRidder mill explosion

  February 8, 2017 1:38 PM

  DERIDDER- Three have been killed in an explosion at Packaging Corporation of America in Beauregard Parish. Seven others were injured as a result. Another person was declared missing following the explosion but was found around 2:50 p.m. Wednesday. Emergency crews were called to Packaging Corporation of America, on... more »