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  • Man fought officers after firefighters caught him trying to set Baton Rouge business ablaze

    June 9, 2022 5:03 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Firefighters called the police after witnessing a man light a building on fire Thursday afternoon. The Baton Rouge Fire Department was called to Level 5 Events on Plank Road, and when crews arrived, they were told a man was seen with his arms inside of a... more »
  • VP Kamala Harris visiting Louisiana this week

    March 15, 2022 9:53 AM

    SUNSET - Vice President Kamala Harris will visit the Lafayette area this week after canceling a trip last month due to Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The White House says the vice president's trip to Sunset, Louisiana on Friday will highlight the Biden administration's investment in accessible high-speed internet. ... more »
  • No end in sight as fuel prices continue to skyrocket Play Video

    March 7, 2022 6:37 PM

    BATON ROUGE- Many people were stunned on Monday when they saw that gas had risen to almost $4 a gallon at a Shell station on Evangeline Street. "Something needs to be done immediately, because you got to decide if you want to eat or if you want to drive.... more »
  • US gas prices hits new record-high average, report says

    March 7, 2022 3:05 PM

    Gas prices hit their highest average ever recorded in the United States, eclipsing the previous record set just before the 2008 recession. GasBuddy reported Monday the average cost rose to $4.103, just above the record of $4.10 per gallon set about 14 years ago. This past weekend, the national... more »
  • Ukraine crisis not entirely to blame for steeper fuel prices Play Video

    March 3, 2022 11:29 PM

    BATON ROUGE - The price for a gallon of gas in the capital city continues its daily climb. According to AAA, the average cost for a gallon of regular unleaded gas Thursday in East Baton Rouge parish was $3.53, above the statewide average of $3.48. Thursday's Baton Rouge average... more »
  • Federal aid may push aside gas tax bills Play Video

    April 12, 2021 11:48 PM

    BATON ROUGE - As lawmakers gather at the capitol for fiscal session, two bills are expected to be heard regarding gas taxes. "In Louisiana, we have a huge infrastructure problem and the problem is a lack of investment," Representative Jack McFarland said. There are two bills filed in... more »
  • One lane closed on Highway 22 due to gas leak

    February 27, 2020 12:34 PM

    DARROW - Highway 22 at Brown Street in Darrow has one lane closed. Earlier the road was closed down due to a gas leak. Atmos Energy is on site fixing the leak. One lane is now open. Authorities are asking drivers to avoid the area and take... more »
  • I-10 reopens near Kenner after fuel leak causes hours-long closure Play Video

    July 13, 2018 4:35 PM

    UPDATE: The leak has been cleared and state police have reopened I-10 in the area. ***** KENNER - A lengthy detour was required for a bizarre crash involving a leaking tanker truck on I-10 Friday. A fuel supply 18-wheeler was involved in a crash on I-10 East... more »
  • Bad gas found at Geismar station Play Video

    June 7, 2017 6:50 PM

    GEISMAR - Water was found in gasoline at Dutchtown Tiger Mart on Highway 73 in Geismar. The Department of Agriculture visited the location Tuesday and confirmed there had been water infiltration. Dutchtown Tiger Mart owner Chet Simpson says as of Wednesday evening 18 customers have been affected and in... more »
  • How to protect yourself against gasoline pump skimmers Play Video

    March 29, 2017 7:16 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Skimming found at gasoline pumps are concerning for anyone swiping their card. Tuesday, the Department Of Agriculture and Forestry said at least 15 skimming devices were found in eight parishes in the last month. Following a complaint at a pump in Baton Rouge, WBRZ learned... more »
  • Gas prices continue to fall with decline expected to continue

    August 8, 2016 9:38 AM

    BATON ROUGE - Average retail gas prices in the Capital Area fell another 2.2 cents per gallon last week, bringing the average to $1.89 a gallon. According to GasBuddy’s records, prices at the pump yesterday were 41.4 cents per gallon lower than the same time last year. Prices have... more »

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