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Businessman says Baton Rouge restaurant owner owes him thousands Play Video
October 31, 2023 2:37 PM
BATON ROUGE - A businessman says he's owed nearly $11,000 by another business owner, and wants his money. After months of calls and text messages, the situation has gone unresolved. Brad DuPont reached out to 2 On Your Side for help trying to track down his money. He owns... more » -
LSU board unanimously approves new contract for Coach Jay Johnson
October 19, 2023 4:09 PM
BATON ROUGE - LSU approved a new contract for Jay Johnson that will make him one of the highest paid baseball coaches in the country. The Advocate reports the new deal will pay Johnson $12.55 million over the course of seven years, extending it through 2030. Johnson led... more » -
Small town Louisiana police chief arrested, accused of getting cash from traffic stop
October 17, 2023 3:30 PM
GEORGETOWN - The chief of police in a small, rural Louisiana town was arrested Monday as state troopers investigate claims that he was paid cash over a traffic stop. Louisiana State Police says Georgetown Police Chief George Hinds, 51, was arrested Monday on a malfeasance charge. The agency did... more » -
Baton Rouge bank targeted by ATM bandits twice in less than a month Play Video
October 5, 2023 2:04 PM
BATON ROUGE - A bank on Perkins Road has been targeted by thieves two times in just as many weeks. The East Baton Rouge Sheriff's Office says the same business, located near the corner of Perkins and Siegen Lane, has been targeted twice since Sept. 21. Each time, thieves... more » -
Political in-fighting at play in controversial development along Highland Road Play Video
October 3, 2023 6:32 PM
BATON ROUGE - A $35 million proposal for a new mixed-use development near the Country Club of Louisiana is raising concerns over potential impacts to traffic and drainage in the area. But the discussion surrounding the already controversial Aztek Cove development got even muddier Tuesday after a metro council... more » -
Deputies looking for EBR Housing Authority employee accused of pocketing security deposits
September 14, 2023 6:19 PM
BATON ROUGE - Police are looking to arrest an East Baton Rouge Housing Authority employee accused of taking money orders that were supposed to be put toward housing deposits. Mikeshia Stewart, 34, faces one count of malfeasance in office and three counts of theft after her employer, the East... more » -
After interim CEO's abrupt exit, CATS names new leader to oversee bus system
August 29, 2023 6:13 PM
BATON ROUGE - About a week after CATS lost its second CEO in under two years , the Baton Rouge bus system has installed a new leader to head up its operations. The CATS Board of Commissioners voted Tuesday to name Theo Richards its newest CEO. In a statement,... more » -
The rumors are true: LSU stars Olivia Dunne and Paul Skenes are dating
August 18, 2023 2:20 PM
Paul Skenes, LSU's star pitcher turned top MLB draft pick, has confirmed a long-circulating rumor of a romantic relationship between him and Olivia Dunne, the LSU gymnast who's become a trailblazer in the post-NIL sports world. Skenes, who was picked first overall in the 2023 MLB Draft by the... more » -
Driver reportedly didn't know about $700K in car; money confiscated by BRPD during traffic stop
July 22, 2023 3:51 PM
BATON ROUGE - Around $700,000 was confiscated by police officers during a traffic stop near the I-10/I-12 split, and police say the driver did not know the money was there. According to a social media post by the Baton Rouge Police Department, an officer stopped a car near the... more » -
DOTD says East Baton Rouge owes state nearly $1M for damage caused by city worker Play Video
July 21, 2023 6:45 PM
BATON ROUGE - The state has submitted a claim to the East Baton Rouge Metro Council seeking nearly $1 million to recoup the cost of damage to a state highway that was caused by a city-parish worker. The $990,428 settlement claim will be introduced next week, with a full... more » -
Facebook group devoted to tracking panhandler's movements, warning others Play Video
May 8, 2023 4:38 PM
BATON ROUGE - One man is going around asking people for money under the guise that he's a salesman or medical professional needing help traveling to a neighboring city. People say he has been doing this for years and the time has come for it to stop. One woman,... more » -
Sheriff's office employee allegedly stole $158K from department, manipulated system for years Play Video
January 31, 2023 5:20 PM
PORT ALLEN - Arrest records show a West Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's employee who worked as a traffic clerk manipulated computers and pocketed $158,852 according to documents obtained by the WBRZ Investigative Unit. Watch live newscasts here Those documents allege Mandy Miller carried out the theft from July... more » -
Sheriff's office employee accused of stealing thousands, given special treatment as she was booked into jail Play Video
January 27, 2023 5:39 PM
PORT ALLEN - West Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's employee Mandy Miller received special treatment Friday when she was booked into the parish jail on serious felony charges after she admitted to stealing thousands of dollars from the department. Watch live newscasts here The WBRZ Investigative Unit was there... more » -
Man pleads guilty to December 2022 bank robbery, says he needed the money to pay off several debts
December 7, 2022 5:29 AM
BATON ROUGE - A man pled guilty to a 2022 bank robbery, saying that he had several debts to pay off. The Baton Rouge Police Department said it arrested Floyd Hose Jr., 38, after he allegedly walked into Cottonport Bank on Corporate Boulevard in December 2022 and passed a... more » -
Sheriff's office employee collects nearly 3 months paid time off after admitting to stealing Play Video
November 23, 2022 5:24 PM
PORT ALLEN- West Baton Rouge Sheriff's Office employee Mandy Miller has remained on the payroll for nearly three months, as investigations remain pertaining to $150,000 that went missing. Sources said Miller confessed to stealing money from the department. Payroll records obtained by the WBRZ Investigative Unit through a public... more » -
City agrees to $4M settlement after years-long legal battle over disastrous downtown library construction Play Video
September 13, 2022 1:31 PM
BATON ROUGE - A legal fight over who's at fault for the tumultuous development surrounding Baton Rouge's downtown library has ended with the city-parish getting $4 million in a settlement with the contractor that designed it. Court records show the city-parish's lawsuit was dismissed over the summer after those... more » -
Livingston Parish road gets temp fix, residents say more needs to be done Play Video
June 27, 2022 2:29 PM
SPRINGFIELD - A road in rough shape in Livingston Parish is getting a little attention thanks to 2 On Your Side and a Livingston Parish councilman. The councilman for District 8 says it's time to make a change to get more funding to do things the right way, instead... more » -
Employee, boyfriend allegedly stole $37K from Houma car dealership
June 8, 2022 11:58 AM
HOUMA - Two people were arrested after the Geri Lynn Nissan car dealership in Houma noticed over $37,000 missing from its account days after an employee left her job. Terrebonne Parish Sheriff's Office said Wednesday that 25-year-old Chelsea McElroy and her boyfriend,23-year-old Martin Anthony Verdin Jr., were booked on... more » -
Louisiana gets $176 million in federal money to boost access to affordable internet
June 7, 2022 10:55 AM
BATON ROUGE - Louisiana will receive $176.7 million from the U.S. Department of Treasury to help provide easier access to affordable, high-speed internet. The project is among the first funded through the American Rescue Plan, which was crafted to help the country bounce back from the effects of the... more » -
Deputies looking for man who robbed Port Allen hotel clerk at gunpoint
June 6, 2022 5:43 PM
PORT ALLEN- A man robbed a LaQuinta Hotel while holding the front desk clerk at gunpoint late Monday night. The West Baton Rouge Sheriff's Office said the suspect pulled into a nearby hotel moments before robbing the LaQuinta Hotel, making off with approximately $260 in cash. Deputies said the... more » -
Months after theft ring targeted Baton Rouge mailboxes, similar crimes reported in St. Tammany Parish
June 2, 2022 4:11 PM
ST. TAMMANY PARISH - Officials are warning residents of a surge in bank fraud cases stemming from mail thefts in St. Tammany, months after similar crimes plagued the Baton Rouge area . The St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office said criminals are targeting blue mail collection boxes outside post offices.... more » -
Capitol Grocery back open after burglary Monday night Play Video
May 11, 2022 7:30 PM
BATON ROUGE - The popular Capitol Grocery store in Spanish Town was open again today after being burglarized late Monday night. The crime was all caught on tape. The surveillance video from 9:28 p.m. Monday shows a person riding a bike stopping in front of the grocery store, then... more » -
Baton Rouge OMV worker fired, arrested for issuing CDLs without making drivers take tests
May 11, 2022 5:36 PM
BATON ROUGE - An Office of Motor Vehicles employee was arrested Wednesday for issuing fraudulent CDLs and Commercial Learners Permits. According to Louisiana State Police, 28-year-old Reggie James Jr. issued six Commercial Learners Permits and CDLs to drivers in East Baton Rouge Parish who had not taken the related... more » -
Deputies arrest suspected bank robber tied to multiple heists on Jones Creek Road
April 14, 2022 1:18 PM
BATON ROUGE - Deputies arrested a man Friday suspected of robbing two separate banks on Jones Creek Road just weeks apart. The East Baton Rouge Sheriff's Office said Eric Palmer, 20, robbed Bancorp South Bank and First American Bank on March 22 and April 14, respectively. The banks are... more » -
Baton Rouge restaurant manager arrested, allegedly tried to bribe his way out of fines
April 4, 2022 2:56 PM
BATON ROUGE - The manager of a seafood restaurant was arrested over the weekend after he allegedly tried to bribe a city-parish investigator to get out of paying fines. Arrest documents said QuingQi Wu, 38, tried to offer about $4,500 "under the table" to an Alcoholic Beverage Control agent... more » -
Already-decreasing gas prices to go down even more Play Video
March 31, 2022 6:48 PM
PLAQUEMINE - Drivers filling up their tanks at the Circle K in Plaquemine on Thursday noticed the price of gas going down since its recent spike, but they say it's still too high. "Last week it was $4.20 here, but still terrible," driver Paul Plaster said. "I only... more » -
High gas prices drive customers to buy smaller cars with better gas mileage Play Video
March 20, 2022 11:52 AM
BATON ROUGE - Gas prices are at an all-time high, and drivers are looking to cut the cost by purchasing smaller cars with better gas mileage. Sales associate at Gerry Lane Chevrolet, Robin Stills, says the high gas prices are affecting which car models customers want. “Most of... more » -
State expected to see hundreds of millions more in revenue as oil prices skyrocket Play Video
March 9, 2022 11:47 PM
BATON ROUGE - The high cost of oil is likely to bring in hundreds of millions more in revenue than previously forecast for Louisiana during the upcoming fiscal year. For decades, oil and gas production has been Louisiana's bread and butter, especially when it comes to the state budget.... more » -
Venue damaged during hurricane still in disrepair; bride wants money back Play Video
March 9, 2022 2:16 PM
LAPLACE - A woman says her wedding venue was damaged during the hurricane last year. After moving her wedding date twice, Yada Vedol says the venue still hasn't made repairs and now she wants a refund so she can put that money toward a new venue. Vedol got engaged... more » -
Armed men tied up employees during Verizon store robbery
March 3, 2022 4:01 PM
BATON ROUGE - A pair of Verizon employees were left tied up after armed men burst into the store and robbed the place. The Baton Rouge Police Department said the robbers went into the store along Millerville Road near I-12 just before 5 p.m. Tuesday. At least one of... more » -
EBR School Board approves one-time stipend; amount varies by position Play Video
February 17, 2022 11:25 PM
BATON ROUGE - The East Baton Rouge School Board Thursday approved a one-time stipend for more employees than was originally proposed, settling on $1,200 for certificated staff and $600 for all other district employees. The compromise came two weeks after a school board committee did not make a recommendation... more » -
Dow tumbles more than 300 points Friday morning
December 17, 2021 11:48 AM
Stocks are falling Friday morning as concerns about the omicron variant and worries about tighter monetary policy increase ahead of the holidays. CNN reports that the Dow fell more than 600 points Friday morning before recovering some of its lost ground. By late morning, the Dow was down... more » -
Governor Edwards travels to D.C. to ask for more federal assistance for La. storm victims
September 20, 2021 10:32 PM
WASHINGTON D.C. - Governor John Bel Edwards traveled to D.C. Monday to speak with Louisiana’s Congressional Delegation about federal funds for storm victims in Louisiana. In a tweet, Governor Edwards said the goal for the meeting was to impress "the urgent need for federal assistance for the people of... more » -
Man faked getting hit by Tesla, car's back-up camera caught him lying Play Video
September 7, 2021 6:41 PM
SLIDELL - A man was arrested after pretending to be hit by a car and reporting the incident to the police. Slidell Police Department said Arthur Bates Jr filed a police report around 4 p.m. Sept. 3 that stated he had been hit by a Tesla, was hurt, and... more » -
Winn-Dixie offering up to $20 in grocery vouchers to those who get vaccinated
August 23, 2021 3:27 PM
Southeastern Grocers is offering up to $20 in grocery vouchers at Winn-Dixie and its other stores for customers who get a vaccine at those locations. Customers can make an appointment online or walk into any in-store pharmacy to get a flu vaccine and/or COVID-19 vaccine to receive their $10... more » -
Louisiana could see legalized sports betting in time for football season Play Video
August 19, 2021 6:41 PM
BATON ROUGE - Thursday, the Louisiana Gaming Control Board approved emergency rules, which will go into effect Monday and allow casinos to develop their permanent plans for sports books. "People of Louisiana are very excited, and they spoke very loudly. Sixty-five percent of the people who voted in the... more » -
Denham Springs Housing Authority has new home five years after being wiped out by 2016 flood Play Video
August 14, 2021 11:19 PM
DENHAM SPRINGS - The Denham Springs Housing Authority is paying one million dollars for a new location to rebuild after their complex was destroyed in the 2016 flood. "Thank God we're able to get his contract through the church," Housing Authority Director Fred Banks said. The site is... more » -
Report: Inflation, triggered by pandemic, continues to drive consumer prices up
August 11, 2021 9:24 AM
According to a report released Wednesday by the Bureau of Labor Statistics , the cost of everyday goods and services is still rising amid pandemic-induced inflation, CNN reports. The news outlet says inflation did slow a bit during July, but showed no signs of disappearing. With the exception... more » -
California man allegedly shipped a pound of meth out of NOLA post office
July 24, 2021 9:37 PM
NEW ORLEANS - A California man was arrested after allegedly shipping a pound of meth out of a New Orleans post office. U.S. Attorney Duane Evans said 33-year-old Joel Fabre was paid $3,000 through MoneyGram for shipping the drugs through USPS sometime between March 16 and March 20. ... more » -
La. hospital offering cash reward to those who get COVID vaccine
July 19, 2021 1:18 PM
HAMMOND- The North Oaks Foundation is offering a $100 cash incentive to the first 100 people to register and receive the Pfizer BioNTech two-dose COVID-19 vaccine. Participants in the "COVID 100" initiative will receive the first dose of the vaccine Saturday, July 31, and the second dose on Saturday,... more » -
Louisiana announces first vaccine lottery winners; click here to find out when the next drawing is
July 16, 2021 1:27 PM
BATON ROUGE- Louisiana announced the first winners in its Shot At A Million campaign, rewarding two random residents for getting the COVID-19 vaccine. New Orleans resident Clement Dasalla, 80, won the first of four $100,000 cash prizes. Skyla Degrasse, a 17-year-old from Hammond, won the first of nine $100,000... more » -
Mayor used campaign funds to pay for part of daughter's wedding
July 10, 2021 7:37 PM
ROMULUS Mich. - A mayor has defended himself after being investigated for using campaign funds to pay for some of his daughter's wedding, saying it doubled as a campaign event. Romulus Mayor LeRoy Burcroff said he used $4,500 from campaign funds to cover the tab for an open bar,... more » -
Woman arrested in million-dollar unemployment fraud scheme based out of capital area
July 9, 2021 3:31 PM
BATON ROUGE - State investigators say a woman tied to a network targeting pandemic-boosted unemployment benefits defrauded multiple states out of hundreds of thousands of dollars from her Baton Rouge apartment. Darrolyn Bell, 29, was arrested Thursday and accused of illegitimately claiming unemployment benefits during the early days of... more » -
Downtown businesses encouraged by Independence Day sales boom Play Video
July 5, 2021 11:42 PM
BATON ROUGE - This Independence Day, businesses saw potentially the biggest sales boost since the start of the pandemic. As hundreds of people gathered downtown to watch the red, white and blue fireworks, bars and restaurants reaped the benefits of the Fourth of July show. "I mean I was... more » -
Woman allegedly tried to have teens kill her ex's new boyfriend
June 23, 2021 11:58 AM
COVINGTON - A woman was arrested for allegedly soliciting four teenagers to kill her former girlfriend's new boyfriend. St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office deputies went to a home in Lacombe June 5 after the homeowner called about his house being shot at. After investigating, detectives determined Mykia Tyson,... more » -
Slidell casino proposal getting $250M expansion
June 22, 2021 1:52 PM
SLIDELL - Officials will announce a multi-million dollar expansion Tuesday for a proposed entertaining and gaming resort in St. Tammany Parish. Peninsula Pacific Entertainment (P2E) and parish officials will detail the expanded proposal during a news conference Tuesday afternoon. An investment of more than $250 million by P2E... more » -
Louisianans can now register for $1M vaccine lottery; click here for details Play Video
June 21, 2021 2:31 PM
Monday marks the first day of Louisiana's "Shot at a Million" campaign, allowing residents to register for their shot at the COVID-19 vaccination lottery. Over July, there will be four weekly drawings with prizes of a single $100,000 scholarship for those ages 12 to 17 and a single cash... more » -
YMCA launches new discount program to help foster families
June 14, 2021 4:09 PM
BATON ROUGE - The YMCA of the Capital Area has launched its new program offering discounts to families in the foster care system. On Monday, the program was announced offering families with an active foster parent substantial discounts on memberships and programs offered by the YMCA. "This is... more » -
Woman allegedly cashed fraudulent checks while wearing boyfriend's police uniform
June 9, 2021 3:56 PM
BATON ROUGE - A woman was booked into jail after she allegedly cashed stolen checks she got from her friend while dressed in her boyfriend's Baton Rouge Police uniform. Arrest records said Jessika Dixon, 24, cashed a pair of fraudulent checks totaling $1,435 at a convenience store along Lobdell... more » -
Powerball to add Monday drawings in August
June 4, 2021 12:03 PM
According to a Friday news release from the Louisiana Lottery Corporation, this summer the multistate game Powerball will add a third draw night of Monday to its 2-days-a-week drawing schedule. Beginning Aug. 23, Powerball will be drawn on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday nights at 9:59 p.m. All other aspects... more » -
Lumber prices are hitting record-breaking highs Play Video
June 3, 2021 8:30 PM
Lumber is the main material used to build most homes, and prices have soared to historic highs. Construction on a new home has reached an average of about 36,000 dollars more than last year just because of lumber costs according to estimates from the National Association of Home Builders.... more » -
Tax refund delays may be due to pandemic-related problems within IRS
May 26, 2021 8:52 AM
After wading one's way through the time-consuming paperwork necessary to file 2020 taxes, those who are in line for a refund are understandably eager to receive the money. But this tax season, many Americans find themselves frustrated as they wait weeks, or even months, for refunds that they were... more » -
Man takes on major DIY project, cleans out Dawson Creek himself Play Video
May 24, 2021 6:33 PM
BATON ROUGE - It's not the do-it-yourself job anyone would want, but it's the one that's most likely to get things done. A man who is frustrated with flooding from clogged canals in Baton Rouge is taking it upon himself to clear them out. Stanley Livingston lives on Honeysuckle... more » -
As vaccine numbers slide, Louisiana may offer incentives for getting COVID shot
May 20, 2021 5:27 PM
BATON ROUGE - Governor John Bel Edwards said Louisiana is looking at ways to encourage residents who've yet to be vaccinated for COVID-19 to get the shot. Governor Edwards said during a news conference that the state is considering some form of "incentive" to push those still hesitant to... more » -
Reminder: Louisiana's individual income tax filing deadline is June 15
May 14, 2021 10:10 AM
BATON ROUGE – The Louisiana Department of Revenue (LDR) issued a reminder, Friday, stating that the deadline for filing 2020 Louisiana state individual income tax returns is June 15, 2021. LDR says it granted automatic filing and payment extensions to individual and business taxpayers due to severe winter weather... more » -
Cryptocurrency making a wave in Baton Rouge, lawmakers hope to create rules for it Play Video
May 13, 2021 12:41 PM
BATON ROUGE - Cryptocurrency is the buzz of the business world. Dozens of Bitcoin ATM's have been popping up in the capital area, giving consumers the chance to trade in their cash for cryptocurrency. With Bitcoin skyrocketing, that's got the attention of state lawmakers who are looking at ways... more » -
Former White Castle mayor pleads no contest to felony charge from his time in office Play Video
May 5, 2021 2:32 PM
PLAQUEMINE - The former mayor of White Castle, Jermarr Williams, entered a plea of no contest in court Wednesday to a charge of malfeasance in office. Williams was given three years probation for his crimes and will not serve jail time. He's already paid restitution to the town. Two weeks... more » -
Home Builders Association hosts second weekend of annual Parade of Homes
April 29, 2021 9:15 PM
BATON ROUGE - The Home Builders Association of Greater Baton Rouge invites the community to attend the second weekend of the annual Parade of Homes. The Parade of Homes, hosted by Ferguson Bath, Kitchen and Lighting Gallery, promotes local reputable builders and developers and educates the community on responsible... more » -
Bill could allow for college athletes to profit from their likeness Play Video
April 29, 2021 8:32 PM
BATON ROUGE - A proposed state senate bill to allow college athletes in Louisiana to earn money off their likeness is gaining momentum. "That's just fair," said Senator Cleo Fields. Fields is the chairman of the Louisiana Senate Committee on Education that approved bill SB-60 on Thursday allowing... more » -
INVESTIGATIVE UNIT: Former White Castle mayor arrested for alleged crimes while in office Play Video
April 20, 2021 1:15 PM
PLAQUEMINE - Former White Castle Mayor Jermarr Williams was booked at the Iberville Parish jail Tuesday on criminal charges. The WBRZ Investigative Unit has learned the Attorney General’s office is also involved in the case and the investigation was being conducted by the Louisiana Bureau of Investigations (LBI). Williams... more »