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Deputies arrest man accused of shooting 7 people outside Assumption bar
July 31, 2023 1:55 PM
LABADIEVILLE - Deputies have arrested a man suspected of shooting seven people outside a bar in Assumption Parish last month. On Monday, Sheriff Leland Falcon announced the arrest of Korey Jacobi Davis, 23, on several counts of attempted murder. Investigators believe a fight led to the shooting outside... more » -
Suspect jailed without bond after shooting at Southern fraternity party Play Video
October 24, 2022 2:14 PM
BATON ROUGE - A man accused of firing shots into a crowd of partygoers after a fight broke out at a Southern University fraternity house is being kept in jail without the possibility of bonding out for now. Jaicedric Williams, 22, was arrested early Sunday afternoon, days after the... more » -
Law enforcement stationed at Ponchatoula school after social media threat
April 13, 2022 9:18 AM
PONCHATOULA - A school in Tangipahoa Parish will have a heightened law enforcement presence Wednesday after threats of a "planned school shooting" circulated on social media, according to sheriff's deputies. The Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office said it investigated the posts—which suggested an attack was planned at Ponchatoula High School—and... more » -
13-year-old arrested after threatening to 'shoot up' St. Tammany Parish school
October 22, 2021 4:44 PM
LACOMBE - A boy was arrested Friday after he allegedly threatened to commit a shooting at his junior high school. The St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office said the 13-year-old student at Monteleone Junior High made threats on Snapchat saying he would "shoot up" the school. A school resource officer... more » -
Baton Rouge Catholics officially return to mass Play Video
June 6, 2021 2:54 PM
BATON ROUGE – A little more than one year ago, catholic churches were closed for Sunday mass to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Sunday morning, the Bishop officially welcomed back parishioners as he brought back the obligation to attend mass in person. "It's time for people to come back... more » -
Baton Rouge Catholics can return to mass, don't have to wear masks
May 21, 2021 7:52 PM
BATON ROUGE - Baton Rouge area Catholics should now plan to return to mass, as normal, the Bishop said. In a letter to Catholics Friday, Bishop Michael G. Duca wrote of an official end to the dispensation that allowed the faithful an option to not attend weekly mass amid... more » -
Pennington Biomedical study shows stable body weight may hide loss of muscle, increasing risk of death in colorectal cancer patients
March 19, 2021 11:56 AM
BATON ROUGE - According to a Pennington Biomedical study, colorectal cancer survivors who maintained a stable body weight, but lost muscle developed fatty deposits, caused a 40 percent higher risk of premature death compared to those who avoid ed both health issues. “ The c onventional wisdom has been... more » -
With in-person services set to resume, houses of worship prepare plans to keep congregations safe Play Video
May 13, 2020 9:16 PM
BATON ROUGE - Outside of St. Thomas More Catholic Church, signs hang on the doors reading, "At this time, there are no public celebrations of Mass." Those will be removed soon as houses of worship, including churches, will be able to open beginning Friday. "For the past six... more » -
Pastor Tony Spell files lawsuit against Governor Edwards over stay-at-home order
May 8, 2020 6:03 PM
CENTRAL - A local pastor who flagrantly defied Governor John Bel Edwards' stay-at-home order by repeatedly holding large gatherings at his church is now suing the governor and local officials. Documents filed Thursday say pastor Tony Spell is seeking a temporary restraining order and preliminary injunction preventing Governor Edwards... more » -
Local church had its last mass Sunday, closing doors after 51 years Play Video
November 26, 2017 9:43 PM
BATON ROUGE- St. Louis the King of France Catholic Church is closing its doors after 51 years. There wasn't an empty seat during Sunday morning's mass. Churchgoers gathered to attend the last service at St. Louis the King of France Catholic Church. Parishioners say this is the largest... more » -
Area church closing its doors after more than 100 years Play Video
October 1, 2017 11:33 PM
BAYOU PIGEON - The beginnings of St. Joan of Arc Parish Church in Bayou Pigeon can be traced all the way back to 1909, with services held in private homes. The current chapel has only been around for 14 years. "I tore the old one down. It broke... more » -
Masses crowded as Christians gather for Easter Sunday
April 16, 2017 11:36 PM
BATON ROUGE - Pews were filled, leaving only room to stand. It's Easter Sunday mass at St Joseph's Cathedral where Catholics have gathered to celebrate Jesus' resurrection. Nebe Kadair had to kneels in prayer on the floor, the only open spot he could find. "Today, Easter Sunday is... more » -
Parishioners unsure as St. Pius Church prepares to close Play Video
April 3, 2017 1:31 AM
BATON ROUGE - Parishioners heard the news in Sunday morning mass. St. Pius X Church in North Baton Rouge is set to close its doors. Father Frank Bass delivered the message himself. St. Pius will soon be merged with St. Isadore Parish in Baker. "It is going to... more » -
St. Joseph Cathedral to hold All Saints Day mass and blessing of graves ceremonies
November 1, 2016 10:49 AM
BATON ROUGE – Saint Joseph Cathedral in downtown Baton Rouge will hold mass for All Saints Day on Tuesday along with a blessing of the graves ceremonies. Mass will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 1 at noon, and following Father Paul Counce will bless the graves of the deceased... more » -
Gun sales remain constant after mass shooting Play Video
December 3, 2015 7:37 PM
PORT ALLEN - One gun store owner said gun sales won't spike unless the federal government tries to enact stricter controls. Scott Roe owns Spillway Sportsman in Port Allen. He and other gun dealers in the capital region say there's been no increase in area gun sales since Wednesday's mass... more »