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Texas man killed in crash along I-10 'Devil's Triangle' in West Baton Rouge
April 1, 2022 9:21 PM
PORT ALLEN - A man from Texas was killed when he drove his small car into the back of a stopped 18-wheeler Friday. The wreck happened in a deadly stretch of I-10 in West Baton Rouge around 6:30 Friday evening. Warren Beemer, 52, of Fair Oaks Ranch, Texas,... more » -
Construction on new College Drive flyover in full swing Play Video
April 1, 2022 7:25 PM
BATON ROUGE - Crews were seen Friday morning working on the new flyover ramp at College Drive — an addition DOTD hopes will help curb interstate traffic in the future. Right now, drivers oftentimes come to a standstill on the highway as they try to exit onto College Drive.... more » -
Pecue Lane work on schedule; interstate ramps to be installed in 2023 Play Video
March 31, 2022 9:49 PM
BATON ROUGE - A much-needed upgrade to Pecue Lane is well on its way to becoming a reality. Designed to relieve congestion from some of the most heavily-traveled roads in the city, the $60 million project will widen the road and create an exit from I-10. “It’s gonna help... more » -
Two killed while changing tire on shoulder of I-10
June 3, 2021 11:22 PM
GRAMERCY - Two men are dead following a bad car accident that occurred Thursday afternoon. James Breaux, 50, of Donaldsonville and Daniel Thomas, 33, of Opelousas lost their lives as a result of the crash. The accident happened on I-10 east of LA-641 in St. James Parish around... more » -
Bridge closure coming to Ascension Parish Play Video
May 10, 2018 11:44 PM
PRAIRIEVILLE- Road signs went up overnight this week, preparing drivers for the summer closure of a busy interstate overpass in Ascension Parish. Residents who live just west of I-10 along Bluff Road (Hwy 928) will have about a 20-minute detour added to their drive. "Predominantly 95 percent of our... more » -
New tax plan for bridge across Mississippi River Play Video
April 5, 2018 11:54 PM
BATON ROUGE- Would you vote for higher taxes if it paid for a new bridge across the Mississippi River? Voters in five parishes may soon get the chance. State Senator Rick Ward (R-Port Allen) has proposed creating a special taxing district encompassing East Baton Rouge, West Baton Rouge, Ascension,... more » -
Groundbreaking for I-10 widening set for this week Play Video
January 8, 2018 10:11 PM
BATON ROUGE- Interstate 10 from Highland Road in East Baton Rouge Parish to Hwy 73 in Ascension Parish will be widened after a ribbon cutting ceremony this week. It's unclear when actual construction will begin. The seven mile stretch of interstate is often congested during rush hour. DOTD... more » -
Location proposed for new Washington Street exit Play Video
October 19, 2016 11:45 PM
BATON ROUGE- Conceptual drawings presented Wednesday show where state transportation officials hope to build a new Washington Street exit near Interstate 10. The proposed exit would actually begin on I-110 south just after the Government Street exit and end on Terrace Avenue a few blocks short of Washington Street. ... more » -
All lanes open on I-10 W
August 1, 2016 9:19 AM
PRARIEVILLE - All lanes are now open on I-10 West near LA 73. An accident briefly closed the left lane of the interstate on Monday morning. Congestion reached about 4 miles. Ashley Fruge is monitoring the roadways during Good Morning America. We will have updates on WBRZ.com and... more » -
UPDATE: Accident causes heavy delays on I-10
March 27, 2013 7:13 AM
BATON ROUGE - Officials say all lanes are open at I-10 West at Perkins, after an early morning accident. Drivers should expect delays on the interstate as congestion from the wreck has reached past Essen on I-10 and I-12. No word on if anyone was injured. more »