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• Louisiana vehicle inspection stickers could soon be replaced by $6 QR code

  May 20, 2026 6:48 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Louisiana State Representatives voted in favor of a bill on Wednesday that would replace the statewide annual vehicle inspection sticker with a QR code. Currently, Louisiana drivers pay $10 to $25 for a safety inspection sticker. The QR code would cost drivers $6, and scanning it... more »

• Swim instructors, health experts encourage swim safety as summer approaches Play Video

  May 19, 2026 9:39 AM

  BATON ROUGE - May is National Water Safety Month, and ahead of the summer, officials are urging safe swimming and water safety. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, drowning is the fourth leading cause of injury-related death for children ages 0 to 14 in Louisiana.... more »

• Sunday PM Forecast: Stormy stretch ahead, lasting into Memorial Day Weekend Play Video

  May 17, 2026 6:55 PM

  The classic summer pattern has returned, bringing thick humidity and pop-up thunderstorms. These storms will become increasingly frequent as the week wears on, setting up a stormy stretch of weather right into Memorial Day Weekend. Tonight & Tomorrow: Summer-like humidity has returned, setting the stage for a sticky night... more »

• Fourth-annual Louisiana Cann Festival offers cannabis-themed workshops, art and live music Play Video

  May 16, 2026 6:05 PM

  BATON ROUGE — The Louisiana Cann Festival returned to Baton Rouge on Saturday for its fourth year, with organizers calling it the biggest one yet. The cannabis-themed event, known as LCFest, took place at Galvez Plaza for most of the day. Organizers described the festival as more than... more »

• Full results for May 16th elections Play Video

  May 16, 2026 10:58 AM

  BATON ROUGE — U.S. Sen. Bill Cassidy faced a political reckoning Saturday night as polls closed in Louisiana’s Republican primary, with President Donald Trump supporting a challenger in another attempt to purge his party of people he views as disloyal. SEE FULL RESULTS HERE. Trump endorsed... more »

• Election officials alert voters about what changes to expect ahead of weekend election Play Video

  May 15, 2026 7:48 PM

  BATON ROUGE — As polls in Louisiana prepare for Saturday’s primary election, officials ask for patience as some voting procedures have changed since the state’s last election day. Louisiana switched to a closed party primary system and eliminated the independent party. Now, former independent voters are registered as... more »

• Officials alert voters about what changes to expect ahead of weekend election

  May 15, 2026 6:22 PM

  BATON ROUGE - As polls in Louisiana prepare for Saturday’s primary election, officials ask for patience as some voting procedures have changed since the state’s last election day. Louisiana switched to a closed party primary system and eliminated the independent party. Now, former independent voters are registered as “No... more »

• Former LSU player, Livonia High alum presents 7 Pointe Coupee Parish students with $5,000 scholarships Play Video

  May 15, 2026 11:45 AM

  LIVONIA — Former LSU football player Patrick Queen presented seven Pointe Coupee Parish students with athletic scholarships worth $5,000 each. The recipients of the first annual Patrick Queen Level Up 6IX Athletic Scholarship are De'Morion Douglas, Christopher Nelson and Emma Sparks of Livonia High School, and Daniela Corona, Jilyan... more »

• Southeastern Louisiana University Police Department honors fallen officers at annual ceremony Play Video

  May 15, 2026 9:33 AM

  HAMMOND — The Southeastern Louisiana University Police Department, in partnership with the Department of Military and Veteran Affairs, hosted its annual Peace Officer Memorial Ceremony on Friday morning. The event, which was held at the War Memorial Student Union Park on Southeastern's campus in Hammond, was held in observance... more »

• Capital area gardens open for free daylily tours this weekend Play Video

  May 15, 2026 8:27 AM

  BATON ROUGE — The American Daylily Society is hosting a series of free open garden tours in the Baton Rouge area this month. One of these events is on May 16 from 8 a.m. to noon. The society is a nonprofit dedicated to promoting the beauty and cultivation... more »

• Killian's new water filtration system goes online as residents are encouraged to report issues Play Video

  May 15, 2026 7:26 AM

  KILLIAN — A new water filtration system went online this week in Killian following ongoing issues with the town's water system. The new system from Magnolia Water went online on Wednesday, Mayor Caleb Atwell said, noting that it is the largest capital improvement to the water system since the... more »

• Popular Utah-based 'dirty soda' chain opening location in Baton Rouge, reports say Play Video

  May 15, 2026 7:15 AM

  BATON ROUGE — A Utah-based chain known for its dirty sodas is coming to Baton Rouge, a report from The Advocate says. Swig's newest location, the third in Louisiana, is expected to open in the Long Farm Village shopping center off Airline Highway near Five Guys and Rouses this... more »

• Thursday PM Forecast: The comfort clock is ticking, steamy feel returning soon Play Video

  May 14, 2026 5:01 PM

  Only sunglasses and sunscreen are the essentials through Saturday, as warm and dry conditions persist. Consider adding an umbrella by Sunday, however, as returning humidity drives rain chances up. Tonight & Tomorrow: Another mainly clear night is ahead with lows dipping into the mid-60s. While a few patches of... more »

• Southern University Board votes to approve construction financing of new 502-bed dorm hall Play Video

  May 14, 2026 2:47 PM

  BATON ROUGE — During its Thursday meeting, the Southern University Board of Supervisors' finance committee voted to pass a resolution approving a student housing facility that could house more than 500 students once it is completed. The resolution calling for a 502-bed facility passed unanimously. WBRZ previously reported... more »

• Groom Road closure extended another week after Baton Rouge's inclement weather Play Video

  May 14, 2026 2:34 PM

  BAKER - A main road in Baker will be partially closed for another week due to inclement weather. In a statement, MOVEBR said Groom Road will be closed until May 27, one week past the original end date for the closure. The extension will allow crews to replace... more »

• Westbound lanes of US 90 past Siracusa Highrise in St. Mary Parish reopen after vehicle fire

  May 14, 2026 11:39 AM

  SIRACUSAVILLE — A vehicle fire along U.S. 90 shut down westbound traffic just past the Siracusa Highrise in St. Mary Parish on Thursday morning. The fire was first reported around 10:14 a.m. The entire westbound side of the road was shut down briefly, but the roadway reopened by 10:30... more »

• Livingston Parish Council votes to request DOTD lowers speed limit where crossing guard Katy Wells died Play Video

  May 14, 2026 10:34 AM

  LIVINGSTON — At its Thursday evening meeting, the Livingston Parish Council voted to request state transportation officials to lower the speed limit in the school zone of Grey's Creek Elementary following the death of crossing guard Katy Wells in late April. The resolution, placed on the agenda by Councilman... more »

• 2une In Previews: Boomerang Comedy Theater reopening in new location across from Electric Depot Play Video

  May 14, 2026 9:03 AM

  BATON ROUGE — Boomerang Comedy Theater is reopening in its brand-new space on Government Street, directly across from the Electric Depot, with a full weekend of comedy to celebrate. The reopening celebration runs Friday, May 15, through Sunday, May 17. Friday features two improv shows at 7:00 p.m.... more »

• Louisianians take to ballot box this weekend to vote on 5 amendments Play Video

  May 14, 2026 8:47 AM

  BATON ROUGE — Louisiana residents will vote on five constitutional amendments in this weekend's elections. The first amendment deals with changes to state civil service. If passed, it would give the legislature more authority over which state jobs are protected. Currently, an independent civil service commission determines this, but... more »

• Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser: Rural Tourism Summit hopes to draw attention to parks, museums Play Video

  May 14, 2026 8:02 AM

  PORT ALLEN - The Louisiana Office of Tourism is highlighting rural tourism through the Louisiana Rural Tourism Byways conference, taking place in Port Allen on Thursday. Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser told 2une-in's April Davis that the purpose of the conference is to figure out how to get more visitors... more »

• Bayou L'Ourse man faces up to 40 years in prison after pleading guilty to fatal 2023 shooting

  May 14, 2026 7:52 AM

  BAYOU L'OURSE — A man arrested following the 2023 shooting death of a 40-year-old man in Bayou L’Ourse pleaded guilty earlier this week and faces up to four decades behind bars. Joseph Gilchrist Sr., 55, was arrested following the July 2, 2023, shooting of Atanacio Guerrero. Assumption Parish... more »

• Silver Alert cancelled after missing 69-year-old Pearl River woman is found safe

  May 14, 2026 6:53 AM

  PEARL RIVER — A Silver Alert was issued for a missing 69-year-old Pearl River woman last seen early Thursday morning. She was discovered missing from her home around 2:20 a.m. By 6:55 a.m., she was found safe. more »

• Silver Alert cancelled after missing woman last seen in Monroe found

  May 14, 2026 6:46 AM

  MONROE — A Silver Alert issued for a missing woman was cancelled after she was found safe. Officials said around 2:30 p.m. that the woman, last seen in Monroe, was "located and is safe." more »

• Louisiana Senate committee approves congressional map with single majority-Black district Play Video

  May 13, 2026 7:48 PM

  BATON ROUGE - After nine hours of committee hearings stretched into the early hours of Wednesday morning, Louisiana State Senators passed a congressional map through the Senate and Governmental Affairs Committee. According to political consultant Mary-Patricia Wray, the map is similar to a previous district map, which was contested... more »

• Louisiana man accused of trafficking more than 1,800 turtles faces five years behind bars Play Video

  May 13, 2026 2:56 PM

  SAN FRANCISCO — A Louisiana man accused of trafficking more than 1,800 turtles faces up to five years in federal prison. Between January 2022 and December 2023, Albert Bazaar, originally from Angie, Louisiana, is accused of poaching and selling more than 1,700 loggerhead musk turtles, 100 stripe-neck musk turtles,... more »

• Louisiana tops education report card measuring nationwide academic growth Play Video

  May 13, 2026 9:25 AM

  BATON ROUGE — Louisiana topped a recent educational report card for academic growth nationwide. Louisiana students ranked first in the nation for reading growth and second in math growth on the latest Education Scorecard released by researchers from Harvard University, Stanford University and Dartmouth College. According to state... more »

• At least 18 derelict vessels to be removed from Lake Maurepas starting this month

  May 13, 2026 7:49 AM

  MAUREPAS — Starting this month, at least 18 abandoned vessels will be removed from Lake Maurepas over the course of three weeks. The removal project is part of a $500,000 grant from the Air Products Lake Maurepas Community Fund for the Lake Maurepas Watershed Cleanup Project in partnership with... more »

• La. State Capitol increases safety ahead of Tuesday's packed Senate committee Play Video

  May 12, 2026 6:36 PM

  BATON ROUGE - After a fiery debate Friday over the future of Louisiana’s Congressional districts, the Senate and Governmental Affairs committee prepared for another long afternoon of public testimony . The crowds on Friday raised safety concerns at the State Capitol, as more visitors packed its grounds on Tuesday... more »

• Ponchatoula man pleads no contest to child sex crimes, faces 40 years and physical castration

  May 12, 2026 5:08 PM

  AMITE — A Ponchatoula man faces physical castration and 40 years in prison after he pleaded no contest to oral sexual battery of a child under the age of 13 and possession of child pornography. William Blake Porter, 35, entered the plea May 6, according to 21st Judicial District... more »

• State Sen. Gary Carter leaves Louisiana redistricting panel, replaced by Sen. Royce Duplessis Play Video

  May 12, 2026 1:59 PM

  NEW ORLEANS — Days after a heated exchange with the Louisiana Senate committee chair over redistricting, Sen. Gary Carter has stepped away from the committee weighing proposed changes to the state's voting districts map. Carter, a Democrat, was replaced on the Senate and Governmental Affairs Committee by Sen. Royce... more »

• Federal court asked to freeze Louisiana's congressional map for the midterms Play Video

  May 12, 2026 11:46 AM

  WASHINGTON — Plaintiffs supported by the National Redistricting Foundation have filed an emergency request asking a federal court to keep Louisiana's current congressional map in place for the midterm elections. The National Redistricting Foundation, known as NRF, is directing litigation and providing financial support on behalf of the Galmon... more »

• House panel battles over auditing university spending on minority enrollment

  May 12, 2026 10:42 AM

  BATON ROUGE – A House resolution directing auditors to determine how much state and federal money has been spent on programs requiring Louisiana universities to increase the number of minority students survived after a tense debate in the House Appropriations Committee on Monday. Rep. Aimee Adatto Freeman and Rep.... more »

• Sen. Morris receives death threats after heated redistricting hearing; state officials respond Play Video

  May 12, 2026 10:27 AM

  BATON ROUGE – Republican Sen. Jay Morris of West Monroe said Monday he and his staff received death threats following a contentious committee hearing Friday on redrawing the state’s six U.S. House districts, and he called on the state’s Democratic Party leadership to recant a statement that he had used... more »

• Silver Alert canceled for 81-year-old Opelousas man

  May 12, 2026 9:57 AM

  OPELOUSAS — The Louisiana State Police has issued a Silver Alert for a missing 81-year-old man last seen at his home in Opelousas on Monday. The alert was canceled around 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday. more »

• Livingston Parish: $30 million facility to act as disaster relief staging area to break ground this year Play Video

  May 12, 2026 8:24 AM

  LIVINGSTON — A $30 million facility that will house Livingston Parish's Emergency Operations Center and act as a disaster relief staging area for the I-12 corridor is expected to start construction later this year, a spokesperson for Parish President Randy Delatte said. The facility, Delatte's office adds, is being... more »

• 2une In Previews: Junior League of Baton Rouge's Women's Leadership Academy Play Video

  May 12, 2026 8:08 AM

  BATON ROUGE — The Junior League of Baton Rouge is launching a new six-month leadership development program for senior and executive-level women across Louisiana. The program is called the Women's Leadership Academy, and it's powered by the LSU Leadership Development Institute. President of the Junior League Jessica Sharon... more »

• 'The truth has to be said:' State Democratic Party leader responds to alleged racist remarks Play Video

  May 11, 2026 6:29 PM

  BATON ROUGE - One Louisiana Democratic Party leader responded on Monday to remarks he says a Republican senator made at the last congressional redistricting map hearing. Last Friday, tensions ran high in one Senate committee room. Lawmakers addressed Sen. Jay Morris and his proposed redistricting maps. At the end... more »

• Louisiana State Police searching for vehicle involved in fatal hit-and-run on La. 182 in Morgan City Play Video

  May 11, 2026 6:06 PM

  MORGAN CITY — A 26-year-old woman died Monday morning after being struck by a vehicle that fled the scene on La. 182 near Field Road. According to the Louisiana State Police, the crash occurred around 6:30 a.m. when 26-year-old Brea Paul of Patterson was walking on the shoulder of... more »

• Louisiana could put removed Confederate monuments on display at state parks Play Video

  May 11, 2026 4:49 PM

  BATON ROUGE ( LA Illuminator ) — Louisiana might move Confederate monuments that have been taken down by local governments to state parks. State lawmakers are considering a proposed law that would transfer any “historical statue or monument” owned by a government and removed from a public display on... more »

• Monday PM Forecast: Rain on its way out, drier days ahead Play Video

  May 11, 2026 4:36 PM

  Heavy rain and storms will soon catch a one-way ticket out of the Capital Area. This wet weather will clear by midweek, allowing a much quieter, stable pattern to take hold. Tonight & Tomorrow: After another soaking afternoon rain for many, lingering showers and the occasional rumble of thunder... more »

• Body shop employee who allegedly stole car in Livingston, led deputies on chase through Ascension arrested Play Video

  May 11, 2026 2:28 PM

  PRAIRIEVILLE - A man was arrested after he allegedly stole a car from the Livingston Parish body shop where he worked and drove it across parish lines to break into a woman's home on Mother's Day. Ascension Parish sheriff's deputies say they responded to a home on Autumn Drive... more »

• Group suing Ascension over parish's alleged secrecy about Hyundai facility again denied records Play Video

  May 11, 2026 1:38 PM

  GONZALES — A group suing Ascension Parish over alleged government secrecy related to agreements for a forthcoming steel mill in Modesete on Monday was denied the public records they requested. Members of the Louisiana Bucket Brigade and Rural Roots Louisiana were present at the 23rd Judicial District Court in... more »

• New report says Louisiana's system for funding public schools is outdated, proposes changes Play Video

  May 11, 2026 1:03 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Louisiana's system for funding public schools is outdated, according to a report by Louisiana Kids Matter. The report includes changes to the current funding system, Louisiana's Minimum Foundation Program, that would send money to schools based on students' needs. The current system determines how much... more »

• Open meeting being held Tuesday to discuss carbon capture in Livingston Parish Play Video

  May 11, 2026 12:51 PM

  FRENCH SETTLEMENT - The public is invited to come out Tuesday evening and ask questions about carbon capture and sequestration in Livingston Parish. District 8 Councilman Dean Coates says the meeting is not based on any particular on-going projects, it is simply to educate the public on the dangers... more »

• Man sentenced to 40 years after pleading to reduced charges in death of woman outside Our Lady of the Lake Play Video

  May 11, 2026 11:36 AM

  BATON ROUGE — On Monday, a man was sentenced to 40 years in prison after pleading guilty to killing his former domestic partner outside her job at Our Lady of the Lake Medical Center in March 2025. Roland Domino, 61, pleaded guilty to killing Patricia Jackson after the pair... more »

• 2 Louisiana bills would fund purchase of bulletproof vests for law enforcement across the state if passed Play Video

  May 11, 2026 11:14 AM

  BATON ROUGE — Two bills in the Louisiana Legislature could help law enforcement agencies across the state purchase bulletproof vests for officers. Both bills, authored by Sen. Rick Edmonds, seek not only to create a fund for the purchase of bulletproof vests but also to provide a way for... more »

• All 3 suspects plead no contest to conspiracy charges connected to death of Southern student Play Video

  May 11, 2026 11:12 AM

  ST. FRANCISVILLE — Two people arrested on West Feliciana Parish conspiracy charges in connection with the killing of Steven Harris, a former Southern University sophomore who was found shot dead in western Mississippi, pleaded no contest on Monday. Derek Hollins Jr. and Calajia Jack were among three people arrested... more »

• Phone and internet service down at Livonia Town Hall, utility office

  May 11, 2026 10:28 AM

  LIVONIA — Telephone and internet services at Livonia Town Hall and Livonia Utility Systems went out Monday morning. The outage was announced on the town's Facebook page at 8:45 a.m. more »

• Investigative Unit: Former St. Francisville cop pleads not guilty to 2022 death, DA to ask for upgraded charge Play Video

  May 11, 2026 10:02 AM

  ST. FRANCISVILLE — A former St. Francisville police officer pleaded not guilty to negligent homicide in connection with the 2022 death of a 39-year-old mother of three, as the district attorney is now seeking upgraded charges. District Attorney Sam D'Aquilla said they plan to bring Richard Parsons before another... more »

• Ochsner athletic trainer highlights common youth baseball injuries, how to remedy, prevent them Play Video

  May 11, 2026 9:31 AM

  BATON ROUGE — Youth baseball season is right around the corner, and parents should be aware of how their kids can avoid injuries while on the field. Ochsner Health account manager and athletic trainer Corey Elvir visited 2une In on Monday to share some of the more common injuries... more »

• Intracoastal West Water System to experience periods of low pressure as crews perform maintenance Play Video

  May 11, 2026 9:15 AM

  PLAQUEMINE — Iberville Parish residents whose water services are provided by the Intracoastal West Water System may experience periods of low water pressure as crews perform scheduled maintenance starting Monday. The maintenance is scheduled to continue through Wednesday, Iberville Parish officials said. Between Monday and Wednesday, crews will... more »

• TEAM 2 TRAFFIC: La. 182 closed in multiple places after pair of St. Mary Parish crashes Play Video

  May 11, 2026 8:41 AM

  BAYOU VISTA — Two separate crashes happened along La. 182 in St. Mary Parish on Monday morning. As of 7:30 a.m., La. 182 was closed between Neptune Street and Southeast Boulevard after a pedestrian was struck at Field Road in Bayou Vista. St. Mary Parish deputies advised drivers to... more »

• State legislators voting on multiple bills addressing Louisiana's mental health Play Video

  May 11, 2026 8:38 AM

  BATON ROUGE - Nearly 22% of adults in Louisiana experience a mental illness each year, Louisiana Department of Health data shows. Several bills intending to address mental health in the state are making their way through the legislature this session. House Concurrent Resolution 90 officially names this month... more »

• Landry defends decision to redraw congressional maps after Callais decision in '60 Minutes' interview Play Video

  May 11, 2026 7:58 AM

  BATON ROUGE — In an interview with "60 Minutes," Gov. Jeff Landry defended the state's efforts to redraw congressional districts following a landmark Supreme Court decision that ruled a Louisiana map featuring two majority-Black districts was unconstitutional because it relied too heavily on race. The move to redraw maps... more »

• State senators vote to advance measure naming stretch of La. 16 after late Livingston crossing guard Play Video

  May 11, 2026 7:30 AM

  DENHAM SPRINGS — Louisiana legislators are considering naming the stretch of La. 16 in front of Seventh Ward Elementary School after Katy Wells, the crossing guard who died late last month after being struck by a car while she was on duty. The proposal, an amendment to HB 675... more »

• Sunday PM Forecast: One final push of rain and storms before ditching the umbrella Play Video

  May 10, 2026 5:45 PM

  After a pleasant Mother’s Day, one final round of thunderstorms will sweep through on Monday. Once those clear out, a much quieter weather pattern will take hold. Tonight & Tomorrow: Overnight, the focus shifts northwest to ongoing thunderstorms in East Texas. Most forecast guidance suggests that these storms will... more »

• Discussions over Louisiana's congressional districts heat up at Capitol Play Video

  May 8, 2026 3:53 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Several lawmakers met at the Louisiana Capitol on Friday to discuss the redrawing of congressional maps as the Supreme Court ruled that Louisiana's current maps are racially gerrymandered. Governor Jeff Landry signed an executive order suspending the U.S. House primary elections on April 30, leading to... more »

• Louisiana residents have one more week to file their taxes Play Video

  May 8, 2026 3:12 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Louisiana residents have one more week to file their state taxes. Federal taxes were due April 15; now, Louisiana taxes are due May 15. Louisiana Department of Revenue Secretary Jarrod Coniglio said residents should file online. "If you get a refund, you can get it... more »