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After 2 On Your Side report, school officials won't deny teachers stipend over maternity leave Play Video
June 2, 2022 4:36 PM
BATON ROUGE - The East Baton Rouge Parish School Board voted Thursday to overturn a contentious policy that withheld a bonus from teachers who took maternity leave and FMLA. After the item was deferred at multiple meetings this month, school board finally voted unanimously Thursday night to change the... more » -
LSU student who accused state trooper of sexual misconduct interviewed by out-of-state investigators Play Video
November 8, 2021 6:35 PM
BATON ROUGE - Law enforcement in Mississippi traveled to Louisiana recently to interview an LSU band member who alleged misconduct by a longtime state trooper while LSU was playing a football game at Mississippi State. The student's lawyer, Sherman Mack, said authorities were planning to interview other witnesses before... more » -
Woodlawn High coach on leave after player alleges coach spit on him, used racial slur Play Video
September 22, 2021 5:03 PM
UPDATE Oct. 13, 2021: Attorneys from both sides were in court Wednesday for a hearing after a judge previously denied a request for a restraining order against coach Weber Mansur. A hearing was held Wednesday where the injunction was denied. The attorney representing the student involved said a... more » -
Nakamoto: Police officer fired as BRPD drug corruption investigation deepens
April 30, 2021 12:35 PM
BATON ROUGE - A police officer tied to the ongoing corruption investigation within the Baton Rouge Police drug squad has been fired, the WBRZ Investigative Unit learned Wednesday. Multiple sources shared details of the firing with WBRZ's Chris Nakamoto and the Investigative Unit team. BRPD later confirmed the firing... more » -
Travel agencies seeing spike in vacation interest as more people get vaccinated Play Video
March 29, 2021 6:10 PM
BATON ROUGE – With more and more people getting vaccinated, people are eager to start venturing out again. Travel agencies say they're busy booking summer vacations, and the upcoming trips are giving people something to look forward to. “You can hear it in their voice. Even at the end... more » -
Former LSU tight end Arik Gilbert commits to Florida
January 31, 2021 6:40 PM
BATON ROUGE - Former LSU tight end Arik Gilbert announced on Sunday that he decided to commit to the University of Florida. Gilbert posted to Twitter around 5 p.m. saying that "This is the best situation for me." After careful consideration I have decided to commit... more » -
State expected to hit limit on coronavirus hazard pay applications by Saturday
July 16, 2020 4:31 PM
BATON ROUGE - The state announced Thursday that it expects to reach its limit on applications from front-line workers eligible for COVID-19 hazard pay by the weekend. Governor Edwards said during a news conference that the program had already surpassed about half of its capacity as of Thursday afternoon,... more » -
Former EBR school superintendent on leave, accused of abusing student in PA Play Video
December 2, 2019 5:29 PM
PITTSBURGH, Penn.- The embattled former East Baton Rouge Parish school superintendent known for his combative attitude and abrasive behavior landed in Pennsylvania where he's now accused of abusing a student. Dr. Bernard Taylor is now a principal at Westinghouse Academy 6-12, and was placed on leave in September for the... more » -
Report: BRPD officer placed on leave for racially charged text message
May 22, 2017 6:28 PM
BATON ROUGE – A Baton Rouge Police Department officer has been placed on paid administrative leave after a group text he was involved in allegedly violated department policy. Sgt. Don Coppola says that Officer Blaine Dupuy was placed on leave starting May 18 for alleged policy violation related to... more » -
Elementary teacher suspended after photo appears to show her asleep in class Play Video
March 20, 2017 5:01 PM
SLAUGHTER- An elementary school lab teacher at Slaughter Elementary was suspended Monday after a picture surfaced of her appearing to sleep in class. East Feliciana School Superintendent, Carlos Sam said he was deeply troubled by the photo, and placed the employee on leave today. "We immediately began an investigation, so... more » -
BRPD officer on leave, criminal investigation underway Play Video
March 21, 2016 6:59 PM
BATON ROUGE- A Baton Rouge police officer is on administrative leave. He's accused of having sex with a woman while he was on the clock. Baton Rouge Police say there are two investigations. One is administrative, while the other is criminal and being handled by the District Attorney's Office. Brad... more » -
Councilman says domestic abuse arrest was 'misunderstanding' Play Video
February 23, 2016 12:08 AM
DENHAM SPRINGS - Monday night, a city councilman in Denham Springs returned to his seat for the first time since he was arrested on Domestic Abuse Battery charges. He spoke to News 2's cameras for the first time. "This whole thing has been a misunderstanding," Chris Davis claims. "You know,... more »