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• Family reacts to new indictment in Southern University student's death Play Video

  March 22, 2026 4:45 PM

  WILKINSON COUNTY, Miss. — Derick Hollins Jr., one of three people accused of killing Southern University student Steven Harris , has been indicted in Mississippi on murder charges, Harris' mother told WBRZ. Harris was killed in 2024. Investigators believe he was lured to Wilkinson County, Mississippi, where he was... more »

• Man who served 10 years for robbing Baton Rouge bank pleads guilty to another robbery at same bank Play Video

  October 15, 2025 8:20 AM

  BATON ROUGE — A Zachary man pleaded guilty to a bank robbery at a Baton Rouge Regions Bank, the same bank he was convicted of robbing in 2014. Quarles Harris, 52, pleaded guilty to the May bank robbery on Tuesday. He pleaded guilty to one count each of bank... more »

• West Feliciana Parish deputies arrest man accused of cattle theft

  May 1, 2025 4:29 PM

  WEYANOKE — A man accused of stealing thousands of dollars worth of cattle was arrested by West Feliciana Parish deputies. Eric Harris, 38, allegedly purchased six cows on behalf of the alleged theft victim. Deputies say that after Harris bought the cattle with the victim's funds, he allegedly sold... more »

• Woman accused of fatal hit-and-run crash along Plank Road identified; wanted by police Play Video

  April 4, 2025 5:16 PM

  BATON ROUGE — A woman accused of killing one woman and severely injuring another in a hit-and-run crash along Plank Road is still wanted by police. Taquencya Harris, 34, has a warrant out for her arrest connected to the Sunday morning death of 22-year-old LaDerica Stewart, as well as... more »

• Governor asks LSU to discipline law professor perceived criticizing Trump-supporting students

  November 26, 2024 12:13 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Gov. Jeff Landry on Tuesday called for LSU and the university's Board of Supervisors to punish an LSU law professor who was perceived as being critical of his students who voted for President-elect Donald Trump. In a lecture the day after the general election, Professor Nicholas... more »

• Siblings accused of murder-for-hire of employee now face racketeering, witness intimidation charges Play Video

  November 8, 2024 12:14 PM

  MARINGOUIN — A pair of siblings accused of ordering the killing of their 65-year-old employee in a Maringouin murder-for-hire scheme now face racketeering charges, records from the 18th Judicial District Court show. The siblings — 44-year-old Rilonda Brooks and 40-year-old David Brooks Jr. — were arrested for arranging the... more »

• Racist texts referencing slavery raise alarms in Louisiana, other states, prompt investigations Play Video

  November 8, 2024 6:05 AM

  WASHINGTON (AP) — Racist text messages invoking slavery raised alarm across the country this week after they were sent to Black men, women and students, including middle schoolers, prompting inquiries by the FBI and other agencies. The messages, sent anonymously, were reported in several states, including New York, Alabama,... more »

• Biden addresses nation in first appearance on camera following Trump's victory over Harris Play Video

  November 7, 2024 11:36 AM

  WASHINGTON, D.C. (AP) — President Joe Biden on Thursday addressed the nation in his first appearance on camera following Donald Trump’s decisive victory over Kamala Harris. He says he spoke with Donald Trump and assured him that he would direct his administration to ensure a “peaceful and orderly transition,”... more »

• State sees record-number of early voters cast ballots in person ahead of 2024 election Play Video

  October 30, 2024 10:44 AM

  BATON ROUGE — A record number of people cast in-person early voting ballots in the 2024 election, the Secretary of State's office said Wednesday. During the early voting period, 849,784 voters cast their ballots in-person, surpassing the previous record of 817,957 set in 2020. The state also recorded... more »

• Today is Southern University's Give Day! Find out how you can help Southern reach its $20 million goal Play Video

  August 30, 2024 12:13 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Friday is Southern University's Giving Day. Southern is asking alumni to give back to their alma mater and others to support one of the biggest names in the capital city, hoping to raise $20 million for its campuses. Give Day is an all-day virtual event streamed... more »

• Kaitlyn Joshua advocates for expanded abortion access at DNC, Louisiana anti-abortion activists respond

  August 21, 2024 1:38 PM

  BATON ROUGE— Louisiana anti-abortion activists responded to Kaitlyn Joshua's speech at the Democratic National Convention, arguing she misinterpreted the state's current abortion ban. Joshua is one of three women participating in Vice President Kamala Harris' nationwide Reproductive Rights Tour. She appeared alongside Amanda Zurawski and Hadley Duvall during day... more »

• Democrats open their convention transformed by Harris ascendance but facing lingering questions Play Video

  August 19, 2024 8:23 AM

  CHICAGO (AP) — A refreshed Democratic Party reintroduces itself to a divided nation this week, having been transformed by the money, momentum, relief and even joy that followed Vice President Kamala Harris ' rise to the top of its ticket. The whiplash of the last month culminates in a... more »

• ABC says Trump and Harris have agreed to participate in a presidential debate on Sept. 10

  August 8, 2024 3:09 PM

  PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — ABC says both Donald Trump and Kamala Harris have agreed to a Sept. 10 presidential debate, setting up a face-off between the Republican and Democratic nominees. The announcement Thursday came shortly after Trump told a news conference that he had proposed three presidential debates... more »

• Funeral arrangements announced for Southern University student killed in Mississippi Play Video

  August 7, 2024 12:09 PM

  BAKER— The body of a Southern University student who was lured to Mississippi and killed will be laid to rest on Saturday. According to his family, funeral services for Steven Harris will be held 11:00 a.m. Saturday morning at Bethany Church on Plank Road. Last month, Harris' body... more »

• Life of former student supposedly lured to death in Mississippi celebrated at Southern University memorial Play Video

  August 2, 2024 6:20 PM

  BATON ROUGE — A balloon release memorial for a Southern University student who was killed after being brought to Mississippi took place Saturday. The memorial for Steven Harris was organized by his mother Lasonia and held in front of the Issac Greggs Music Hall on Southern's campus. The event,... more »

• 3 face murder charges in Mississippi for Southern student who disappeared before custody hearing Play Video

  July 26, 2024 12:03 PM

  WOODVILLE, Miss. — A trio—including an ex-girlfriend—who allegedly plotted to kill a former Southern University sophomore found shot dead, now face murder charges in western Mississippi, the Wilkinson County Sheriff said Friday. Derek Terrell Hollins Jr., 21, Calajia Jack, 20, and Allyah Martin, 21, each face first-degree murder charges... more »

• Ex-girlfriend, two others arrested for conspiracy to kill Southern student found shot dead in Mississippi Play Video

  July 25, 2024 3:02 PM

  ST. FRANCISVILLE — Steven Harris, a former Southern University sophomore who was found shot dead in western Mississippi , was allegedly killed by his ex-girlfriend and two others, the West Feliciana Parish Sheriff said Thursday when deputies arrested three suspects for conspiring to kill him. Derek Terrell Hollins Jr.,... more »

• Harris campaign possibly circling former Louisiana Congressman as running-mate Play Video

  July 23, 2024 12:07 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Kamala Harris may be circling former Louisiana congressman Cedric Richmond as her running-mate as the vice president kicks off her presidential campaign after President Joe Biden's historic withdrawal from the race, USA Today reported Tuesday. Richmond, a New Orleans native who served in the U.S. House... more »

• Harris has support of enough Democratic delegates to become party's presidential nominee

  July 23, 2024 8:27 AM

  WASHINGTON (AP) — Vice President Kamala Harris has secured the support of enough Democratic delegates to become her party’s nominee against Republican Donald Trump, according to an Associated Press survey , as top Democrats rallied to her in the aftermath of President Joe Biden’s decision to drop his bid for... more »

• Morgan City Police call off search after missing woman found safe

  July 16, 2024 4:40 PM

  UPDATE: The missing woman was found and is safe. MORGAN CITY — The Morgan City Police Department is searching for a missing person last seen over the weekend. more »

• Biden vows to keep running after his disastrous debate. 'No one is pushing me out,' he says

  July 3, 2024 2:09 PM

  WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden defiantly vowed on Wednesday to keep running for reelection, rejecting growing pressure from within his Democratic Party to withdraw after a disastrous debate performance raised questions about his readiness. He said he would not be forced from the race. “I am running. I... more »

• Emergency officials warn of heat-related illness ahead of Fourth of July holiday Play Video

  July 2, 2024 6:24 PM

  BATON ROUGE - For the Fourth of July holiday, you'll catch families and friends at the pool, grilling and popping fireworks outside, but southeast Louisiana is hitting triple-digit temperatures and is in an excessive heat warning. Brad Harris with Baton Rouge EMS says to take precautions when being outside... more »

• Louisianians take part in the historical inauguration of Biden, Harris Play Video

  January 20, 2021 9:28 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Many tuned in to the inauguration of President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris Wednesday from the comfort of their homes. Some, including Baton Rouge's very own, experienced the special day in history firsthand. The first woman, and of color, to serve as the Vice... more »