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• Neighbors in Zachary are tired of dealing with a blighted property Play Video

  September 14, 2023 8:22 AM

  ZACHARY - Homeowners on Cypress Park Drive in Zachary are tired of dealing with a blighted property on their street that's more than just an eyesore—it's a hazard. According to neighbors, the property has been vacant for the last three years and has only caused them problems. Aside from... more »

• Now that new Livingston Parish development has passed, what's the plan for infrastructure? Play Video

  October 4, 2022 4:48 PM

  DENHAM SPRINGS - Thousands of new homes are coming to Livingston Parish, passed under old ordinances. Now that all these developments have been approved, some people are questioning what's next. Denham Springs resident and Livingston Parish School Board President Cecil Harris says many people are worried. "There's just... more »

• 10 sites remain for new Mississippi River bridge; top 3 options to be decided in May Play Video

  March 28, 2022 11:38 PM

  BATON ROUGE - The list of potential locations for a new bridge over the Mississippi River was cut in half Monday, with the expectation that three final options would be chosen by the end of May. "One thing [is] for sure, what we got out there's not working," Fred... more »

• As legislative session looms, fight over Mississippi River Bridge funding brews Play Video

  March 11, 2022 11:32 PM

  BATON ROUGE - As lawmakers return to the State Capitol for the legislative session, which opens Monday, a battle over proposed funding for a new Mississippi River Bridge has already begun. In the executive budget proposal unveiled in January, Gov. John Bel Edwards proposes setting aside $500 million in... more »

• Impaired driving prevention included in recently passed infrastructure bill Play Video

  November 11, 2021 11:29 PM

  BATON ROUGE - The bipartisan infrastructure package passed by Congress and due to be signed into law includes requirements for automakers to curb impaired driving. In 2019 , Louisiana reported 220 alcohol-impaired driving fatalities, accounting for 30% of all driving deaths statewide. Nationwide, traffic fatalities, including those that... more »

• Biden delays Europe trip, heads to Hill to save agenda

  October 28, 2021 8:55 AM

  Before flying to Europe to attend the UN Climate Conference Thursday afternoon, President Joe Biden will attend a caucus meeting on Capitol Hill and lay out much-anticipated details of his $1.75 trillion economic and climate package to House Democrats, CNN reports . The President's flight to Europe for the... more »

• Interview: Congressman Garret Graves on Taliban takeover, COVID booster shots, and more Play Video

  August 18, 2021 9:18 AM

  BATON ROUGE - Louisiana Congressman Garret Graves stopped by WBRZ's morning show, 2une In, on Wednesday to discuss a range of subjects including the Taliban's takeover in Afghanistan. In referring to the situation in Afghanistan, Congressman Graves said, "What's happened over the past two weeks in Afghanistan is really... more »

• WATCH: Senator Bill Cassidy joins WBRZ morning show to discuss infrastructure bill Play Video

  August 18, 2021 7:59 AM

  BATON ROUGE - Senator Bill Cassidy joined WBRZ's morning show, 2une In on WBRZ Plus, to discuss the recently approved $1 trillion bipartisan infrastructure plan. Senator Cassidy said it will give Louisiana $5.9 billion over a five year period for the state's roads and bridges. Cassidy added that... more »

• Garret Graves among lawmakers to meet with Biden on infrastructure; 'top priority' is new bridge Play Video

  April 12, 2021 10:27 PM

  WASHINGTON - Louisiana had a seat at the table as President Joe Biden met with a bipartisan group of lawmakers Monday to discuss infrastructure. Among the congressmen and senators was Rep. Garret Graves. "The president's opening salvo was talking about how he was open to negotiation, open to... more »

• Mayor's office outlines plan to collect new road tax starting April of 2019 Play Video

  December 8, 2018 9:28 PM

  BATON ROUGE – The mayor's office has outlined their plan to collect the new road tax. Voters approved the sales tax to fund some 70 road projects in East Baton Rouge Parish in Saturday's election. The mayor announced that they would begin to collect the tax funds on... more »

• Residents concerned over infrastructure along busy highway in Gonzales Play Video

  July 9, 2018 11:19 PM

  GONZALES - A neighborhood with dozens of homes tucked away off LA 44 in Gonzales is raising traffic concerns recently. They're demanding a traffic light be installed for their safety, but their repeated calls for help have gone unanswered. While infrastructure change is coming to the area, residents like... more »

• Strain discusses infrastructure concerns in meeting with president, vice president

  June 12, 2017 11:22 AM

  WASHINGTON, D.C. - State agriculture chief Mike Strain stressed the need for more attention on old infrastructure in a recent meeting with the president and vice president. Strain was part of a meeting with White House officials last week. Details of the visit were released Monday. Strain discussed... more »

• Louisiana's drinking water goes from bad to worse Play Video

  April 26, 2017 8:22 PM

  BATON ROUGE- Drinking water infrastructure in Louisiana got a near failing grade from experts Wednesday. The American Society of Civil Engineers downgraded the state's water systems to a D- in its 2017 Infrastructure Report Card . "Frankly it's embarrassing," said Dr. Kam Movassaghi, the executive director of the... more »

• Louisiana water systems crumbling Play Video

  April 25, 2017 8:02 PM

  ST. JOSEPH - Residents in St. Joseph, Louisiana are not surprised their town has the worst drinking water in the state. The rural system has levels of lead equal to Flint, Michigan, but it's not the reason people don't drink the water. No one has quenched their thirst from... more »

• Louisiana drinking water systems get near failing grade Play Video

  March 27, 2017 7:57 PM

  BATON ROUGE- Louisiana drinking water systems received a collective grade of "D+" according to a state audit published Monday. The grade reflects infrastructure that is either "poor" or "crumbling." Individually, large and medium sized systems scored high but smaller systems dragged the grade down. The smaller systems serve at... more »

• Edwards says wetlands needs priority over roads in request to federal government

  March 8, 2017 10:34 AM

  BATON ROUGE – One of the governor's five priority projects for coastal protection he's asked the president to consider under an executive order is a project to re-establish natural freshwater in Maurepas Swamp. The swamp project could cost as much as $187 million. It'd divert freshwater through a diversion... more »

• Trump's infrastructure plans excite Louisiana businesses, drivers Play Video

  November 10, 2016 8:06 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Excitement is growing in Baton Rouge, after President-Elect Donald Trump said he plans to invest $1 trillion to improve the country's infrastructure. Businesses like Ascenion Ready Mix concrete company in Ascension Parish are hoping work picks up once Trump takes office. "I could always use more projects,"... more »

• I-110 S reopens at N. 22nd

  February 12, 2016 10:03 AM

  BATON ROUGE- All lanes are now open on I-110 South at North 22nd Street. The interstate was briefly shutdown around 8:30 a.m. due to an accident before Capitol Access. The backup from the wreck has reached Mohican Street. more »

• Walker drainage work begins Play Video

  February 8, 2016 4:46 PM

  WALKER - Crews for the city of Walker in Livingston Parish have started work on infrastructure improvements. Walker leaders plan to spend $1.2 million to improve roads, sewer, gas and drainage in the city. Smith Drive is one of the roads that will get drainage improvements. Work began there February... more »

• Walker spending more than ever on infrastructure work

  January 21, 2016 5:05 PM

  WALKER - The city of Walker in Livingston Parish plans to spend more money than ever this year on infrastructure improvements. Walker leaders plan to spend $1.2 million to improve roads, sewer, gas and drainage in the city. Smith Drive is one of the roads that will get drainage improvements.... more »

• House passes highway bill that keeps a lid on spending

  November 5, 2015 11:09 AM

  WASHINGTON - The House has voted to continue transportation programs for six years with no significant increase in spending. That's despite warnings that the nation's roads, bridges and transit systems are falling apart. The bill passed on a 363-64 vote with wide bipartisan support. It authorizes $325 billion in spending... more »