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• National Hurricane Center uses new techniques to help people understand risks involved with storms Play Video

  June 7, 2026 12:01 PM

  MIAMI —Inside the National Hurricane Center, hurricane forecasting is constantly evolving. From new forecast models to aircraft flying directly into storms, forecasters say the goal is no longer just predicting where a hurricane will go; it’s helping people understand what impacts they could face. Dr. Michael Brennan, the... more »

• Tulsi Gabbard resigns as director of national intelligence, citing her husband's health Play Video

  May 22, 2026 1:45 PM

  WASHINGTON (AP) — Tulsi Gabbard resigned as President Donald Trump's director of national intelligence on Friday, saying she needed to step away as her husband battles cancer. She is the fourth Cabinet official to depart during Trump’s second term. “Unfortunately, I must submit my resignation, effective June 30,... more »

• Baker community marks National Day of Prayer with gathering at city hall Play Video

  May 7, 2026 6:57 PM

  BAKER — The Baker community gathered at City Hall Thursday morning for the city's National Day of Prayer event. Residents, faith leaders and community members came together with a focus on unity, faith and future generations. "So what we did was invite the ministers of our city to... more »

• East Baton Rouge Parish Library celebrates National Bake Week with Baker Faire Play Video

  April 12, 2026 3:38 PM

  BATON ROUGE — The East Baton Rouge Parish Library hosted the inaugural Baker Faire on Saturday in celebration of National Bake Week. The community event highlighted local talent and budding entrepreneurs by featuring over 25 local cottage bakers selling a variety of baked goods. Vendors also offered baking-themed items... more »

• Louisiana's 'Seafood Cookoff' traveling to Jefferson Parish for the first time

  April 7, 2026 4:04 PM

  KENNER — The Louisiana Seafood Cook-Off will be held in Jefferson Parish for the first time this year. Lt. Gov. Billy Nungesser and the Louisiana Seafood Promotion and Marketing Board said Tuesday that the 19th annual competition will take place at the Pontchartrain Center in Kenner on June 26.... more »

• Judge orders Trump administration to halt White House ballroom construction unless Congress OKs it Play Video

  March 31, 2026 3:37 PM

  WASHINGTON (AP) — A federal judge on Tuesday ordered the Trump administration to suspend its construction of a $400 million ballroom where it demolished the East Wing of the White House. U.S. District Judge Richard Leon in Washington granted a preservationist group’s request for a preliminary injunction that temporarily... more »

• Guard: Some of 1,000 Louisiana soldiers overseas are within striking distance of Iran Play Video

  March 2, 2026 5:02 PM

  BATON ROUGE — A leader of the state Military Department told lawmakers Monday that some of the 1,000 Louisiana soldiers deployed overseas are within striking distance of Iranian missiles. Maj. Gen. Michael Greer, the assistant adjutant general of the Louisiana National Guard, told members of the House Appropriations Committee... more »

• Gov. Jeff Landry announces six-month extension of National Guard's deployment in New Orleans Play Video

  March 2, 2026 12:25 PM

  NEW ORLEANS — Gov. Jeff Landry announced on Monday that he has received federal authority to extend the Louisiana National Guard's deployment in New Orleans by another six months. According to Landry, about 120 Louisiana National Guard Soldiers will remain in the city to assist in public safety operations,... more »

• Two indicted in allegedly cartel-involved drug bust in Livingston Parish Play Video

  February 11, 2026 2:09 PM

  BATON ROUGE — A Honduran man and a Salvadoran man were indicted Wednesday morning after deputies allegedly found them carrying nearly 400 pounds of methamphetamines for the cartel through Louisiana. A Livingston Parish deputy stopped Jostin Antonio Orellana-Romero, 22, and Edenilson Alexander Castaneda-Del Valle, 22, as they were driving... more »

• House passes bill to end the partial government shutdown, sending the measure to Trump Play Video

  February 3, 2026 2:36 PM

  WASHINGTON (AP) — The House on Tuesday passed a roughly $1.2 trillion spending package to end the partial government shutdown, sending the measure to President Donald Trump and setting the stage for a debate in Congress over Homeland Security funding. The vote was 217-214, and wraps up congressional work... more »

• US drops the number of vaccines it recommends for every child Play Video

  January 5, 2026 2:46 PM

  WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. took the unprecedented step Monday of dropping the number of vaccines it recommends for every child — leaving other immunizations, such as flu shots, open to families to choose but without clear guidance. Officials said the overhaul to the federal vaccine schedule won’t result... more »

• Trump says National Guard will soon deploy to Louisiana, separate from 'Swamp Sweep' Play Video

  December 2, 2025 7:46 AM

  NEW ORLEANS (AP) — President Donald Trump said Tuesday that National Guard troops will soon head to New Orleans and bring another federal surge to the city that is already awaiting a separate immigration crackdown dubbed “Swamp Sweep” that is expected to begin this week. Trump did not say... more »

• National Guard members on DC streets for Trump's crackdown will soon be armed, military says

  August 22, 2025 11:02 AM

  WASHINGTON (AP) — Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has ordered that National Guard troops patrolling the streets of Washington for President Donald Trump’s law enforcement crackdown will be armed, the Pentagon said Friday. The Defense Department didn’t offer any other details about the new development or why it was needed.... more »

• Social Security says it will no longer send paper checks. What you need to know Play Video

  August 4, 2025 11:31 AM

  The Trump administration will soon stop sending out paper checks for Social Security beneficiaries, as part of an effort to fully modernize federal benefits payments. That means a little over half a million recipients — or 0.8% of all the program’s beneficiaries — must now choose another way to receive... more »

• Pentagon leaders double down on the destruction from US attacks on Iran Play Video

  June 26, 2025 9:50 AM

  WASHINGTON (AP) — The Pentagon’s top leaders doubled down Thursday on how destructive the U.S. attacks had been on Iran’s nuclear facilities and described in detail the study and planning behind the bombing mission. In a rare Pentagon news briefing, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Gen. Dan Caine, chairman... more »

• New study says Super Bowl LIX brought in $1.25 billion, supported 10,000 jobs statewide Play Video

  June 3, 2025 12:12 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Super Bowl LIX brought in $1.25 billion in revenue for the entire state of Louisiana, a new study released Tuesday by LSU economists says. The massive impact of the 11th New Orleans-hosted Super Bowl more than doubled the impact of the 2013 edition of the NFL... more »

• Mayor-President kicks off 'Pray for the Parish' initiative on National Day of Prayer Play Video

  May 1, 2025 4:42 PM

  BATON ROUGE — East Baton Rouge Parish Mayor-President Sid Edwards kicked off his "Pray for the Parish" initiative Thursday morning. The initiative is meant to encourage unity and hope through the Christian faith, Edwards said at the River Center Ballroom. The mayor added that he wants to promote... more »

• Trump signs executive order requiring truck drivers to speak English

  April 29, 2025 10:43 AM

  WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump has signed an executive order reinforcing an already-existing federal law requiring English-language proficiency as a requirement for commercial motor drivers. In the ordered issued Monday evening, Trump contends the “requirement has not been enforced in years, and America’s roadways have become less safe.”... more »

• China hits back at US and will raise tariffs on American goods from 84% to 125% Play Video

  April 11, 2025 10:28 AM

  BEIJING (AP) — China announced Friday that it will raise tariffs on U.S. goods from 84% to 125% — the latest salvo in an escalating trade war between the world’s two largest economies that has rattled markets and raised fears of a global slowdown. While U.S. President Donald Trump... more »

• Swollen rivers flood towns in US South after dayslong deluge of rain Play Video

  April 7, 2025 10:59 AM

  FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) — Days of unrelenting heavy rain and storms that killed at least 18 people worsened flooding as some rivers rose to near-record levels and inundated towns across an already saturated U.S. South and parts of the Midwest. Cities ordered evacuations and rescue crews in inflatable boats... more »

• Social Security Administration to require in-person identity checks for new and existing recipients Play Video

  March 19, 2025 9:02 AM

  WASHINGTON (AP) — In an effort to limit fraudulent claims, the Social Security Administration will impose tighter identity-proofing measures — which will require millions of recipients and applicants to visit agency field offices rather than interact with the agency over the phone. Beginning March 31st, people will no longer... more »

• Tariffs on lumber and appliances set stage for higher costs on new homes and remodeling projects

  March 17, 2025 8:01 AM

  Shopping for a new home? Ready to renovate your kitchen or install a new deck? You’ll be paying more to do so. The Trump administration’s tariffs on imported goods from Canada, Mexico and China — some already in place, others set to take effect in a few weeks —... more »

• Baker mayor named to National League of Cities' 2025 Small Cities Council

  February 13, 2025 12:24 PM

  BAKER — The mayor of Baker on Thursday was appointed to the National League of Cities' 2025 Small Cities Council. Mayor Darnell Waites was elected to a one-year term on the council to develop and guide programs among local elected officials from similar communities, NLC President and Mayor of... more »

• Senate confirms Tulsi Gabbard as director of national intelligence Play Video

  February 12, 2025 1:33 PM

  WASHINGTON (AP) — The Senate on Wednesday confirmed Tulsi Gabbard as President Donald Trump’s director of national intelligence after Republicans who had initially questioned her experience and judgment fell in line behind her nomination. Gabbard was an unconventional pick to oversee and coordinate the country’s 18 different intelligence agencies,... more »

• Women rally at Go Red luncheon to combat cardiovascular disease Play Video

  February 7, 2025 6:38 PM

  BATON ROUGE — National Wear Red Day was Friday and women in Baton Rouge rallied together to help raise awareness for the number one killer of women: cardiovascular disease. Hundreds of women joined together at L'Auberge Hotel and Casino for the Go Red for Women luncheon with the American... more »

• US Justice Department accuses six major landlords of scheming to keep rents high

  January 8, 2025 8:31 AM

  DENVER (AP) — The U.S. Justice Department is suing several large landlords for allegedly coordinating to keep Americans’ rents high by using both an algorithm to help set rents and privately sharing sensitive information with their competitors to boost profits. The lawsuit arrives as U.S. renters continue to struggle... more »

• Trump endorses Mike Johnson to stay on as House Speaker after government funding turmoil Play Video

  December 30, 2024 11:14 AM

  WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — President-elect Donald Trump is endorsing House Speaker Mike Johnson as he prepares to fight to keep his role leading Republicans in Congress. Trump said Monday in a post on his social media network that Johnson “is a good, hard working, religious man” and... more »

• Murder trial of tech consultant in the death of Cash App founder Bob Lee begins

  October 14, 2024 9:07 AM

  SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — The murder trial of a tech consultant in the stabbing death of Cash App founder Bob Lee begins Monday, a year and a half after the widely admired entrepreneur was found staggering on a deserted downtown San Francisco street seeking help. Lee’s death at age... more »

• Hurricane Milton is a Category 5. Florida orders evacuations and scrambles to clear Helenes debris Play Video

  October 8, 2024 2:19 PM

  BELLEAIR BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Florida’s storm-battered Gulf Coast raced against a Category 5 hurricane Monday as workers sprinted to pick up debris left over from Helene two weeks ago and highways were clogged with people fleeing ahead of the storm. The center of Hurricane Milton could come ashore... more »

• Montana man faces sentencing for cloning giant sheep to breed large sheep for captive trophy hunts

  September 30, 2024 7:55 AM

  HELENA, Mont. (AP) — An 81-year-old Montana man faces sentencing in federal court Monday in Great Falls for illegally using tissue and testicles from large sheep hunted in Central Asia and the U.S. to illegally create hybrid sheep for captive trophy hunting in Texas and Minnesota. Prosecutors are not... more »

• Paul Skenes announced as starting pitcher for National Team in MLB All-Star Game Play Video

  July 12, 2024 12:09 PM

  ARLINGTON, Texas — Former LSU pitcher Paul Skenes will be the starting pitcher for the National League at the MLB All-Star Game next week. Skenes, who currently plays for the Pittsburgh Pirates, will start at the All-Star Game on Tuesday in Arlington, Texas, the Pirates announced Friday. According to... more »

• U.S. Surgeon General declares gun violence a public health emergency

  June 25, 2024 5:00 PM

  WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. surgeon general on Tuesday declared gun violence a public health crisis, driven by the fast-growing number of injuries and deaths involving firearms in the country. The advisory issued by Dr. Vivek Murthy, the nation's top doctor, came as the U.S. grappled with another summer... more »

• Baton Rouge welcomes delegation from National League of Cities as it marks 100 years

  June 3, 2024 7:18 PM

  BATON ROUGE — City Hall officials hosted a delegation from the National League of Cities on Monday as the group tours 100 cities to mark its 100th year. "Today we were fortunate to have a visit from the National League of Cities," said Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome, the group's... more »

• Emergency Medical Service workers honored during National EMS Week Play Video

  May 23, 2024 1:10 PM

  BATON ROUGE — This week is EMS Week, which celebrates all emergency medical service workers across the state. Each day, EMS workers sacrifice their time and give it their all to save people in emergency situations. "Its the 50th anniversary of EMS week, so were honoring the people in... more »

• Man wanted in federal child sex-trafficking case captured in Baton Rouge

  May 20, 2022 2:06 PM

  BATON ROUGE - A Guatemalan national who entered the country illegally was arrested in the capital area Friday on charges tied to an out-of-state human-trafficking investigation. A spokesperson for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement said Belter Manolo Arana Bautista, 36, was arrested by federal agents in Baton Rouge. ... more »

• Husband pleads guilty in wife's killing months after popular crime podcast shed light on the case Play Video

  May 4, 2022 11:44 AM

  ERWINVILLE - A man arrested in his wife's murder , shortly after the case was featured in a high-profile true crime podcast, pleaded guilty Wednesday. Gerald "Peanut" Pourciau Jr., who was initially booked for second-degree murder, took a plea deal and was convicted Wednesday on charges of manslaughter and... more »

• Saints officially announce Tyrann Mathieu's return to New Orleans

  May 2, 2022 9:24 AM

  NEW ORLEANS - The Honey Badger is officially coming home to play for the Saints. Honey, he’s home ???? #Saints pic.twitter.com/dWTCcA0yab — New Orleans Saints (@Saints) May 4, 2022 New Orleans native and LSU fan-favorite Tyrann Mathieu, who visited with the... more »

• Joe Burrow's surgery successful, expected to make 'complete recovery'

  December 3, 2020 2:45 PM

  CINCINNATI - Former LSU quarterback Joe Burrow underwent successful surgery this week after suffering a gruesome knee injury over a week ago. The Cincinnati Bengals announced Thursday that the Heisman winner's surgery went as planned, and the rookie is expected to make a full recovery. Burrow suffered a torn... more »

• 38th Travel South Showcase takes precaution amid fear of coronavirus Play Video

  March 8, 2020 12:08 AM

  Around 700 visitors will arrive in Baton Rouge over the weekend for the 38th Travel South Showcase. With many visitors expected steps are being taken to prevent the coronavirus from making its way to Louisiana. The Travel South president, Liz Bittner, is worried about the virus and says... more »

• LSU student traveled from Tiger Stadium to the Superdome on foot for a purpose

  February 16, 2020 3:51 PM

  BATON ROUGE - On Jan. 13 history was made for LSU fans, but to one LSU student that day meant something more. LSU engineering student, Dante Hebert, conquered a 125 mile run along the Mississippi River levee from Tiger Stadium to the Superdome the day of the 2020 National... more »

• UPDATE: Coach O throwing first pitch in LSU Baseball's season-opener

  February 13, 2020 4:29 PM

  BATON ROUGE - The coach of the reigning champion LSU Football team will throw out the first pitch of the Tigers' 2020 baseball season. LSU Athletics say Coach Ed Orgeron will be the first guest to throw out an opening pitch when the Tigers take on Indiana in Alex... more »

• SEC Network host Paul Finebaum may leave ESPN to create sitcom

  February 12, 2020 1:45 PM

  BATON ROUGE - College football analyst Paul Finebaum may be leaving his job at ESPN behind to try his hand at developing a television sitcom. Sports Business Journal is reporting that the host of 'The Paul Finebaum Show' has met with multiple major networks to discuss the creation of... more »

• Superdome security involved in overnight shootout

  January 11, 2020 3:54 PM

  NEW ORLEANS - Superdome security officers were involved in a shootout with two intruders Saturday morning. Around 3 a.m. officers say they saw two people trying to enter an unauthorized area. When security approached them one of the suspects began shooting. Security fired back, but no one... more »

• LSU's Derek Stingley was snubbed for SEC Freshman of the Year, and the internet is confused

  December 12, 2019 12:38 PM

  BATON ROUGE - If you've been watching LSU football this season, you're well aware of freshman CB Derek Stingley Jr. and his impact on the team. Stingley, a Baton Rouge native and one of the top high school prospects in the country this past offseason, has been a dominant... more »

• Heisman favorite Joe Burrow takes over latest cover of Sports Illustrated

  November 26, 2019 1:11 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Joe Burrow's prolific passing attack has landed the Tigers in the dead heat of the College Football Playoffs, and now it's also put him on the cover of magazines nationwide. Sports Illustrated shared a preview of its upcoming cover Tuesday, which features LSU's star quarterback. The... more »

• Who is Louisiana's favorite NBA finals player?

  June 7, 2017 5:07 PM

  The Warriors and Cavaliers may battling it out in the NBA Finals, but Stephen Curry and Lebron James aren't the most popular players this year. Analysts over at CableTV have released a map which shows the most popular NBA Finals player in each state. According to the site, it... more »

• LSU baseball earns #4 national seed, hosts SLU, Rice and TSU in regional

  May 29, 2017 12:06 PM

  BATON ROUGE – The LSU Tiger Baseball team earned a Top 8 National Seed and will host both Regional and Super Regional play at Alex Box Stadium for the next couple of weeks if they're successful. The Tigers are the #4 national seed securing a Super Regional host site... more »

• Six former LSU tigers to play in Pro Bowl Sunday

  January 26, 2017 12:49 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Six former LSU players will take part in the NFL Pro Bowl, which pits players from the NFC against those from the AFC, Sunday. The former tigers are evenly split between the AFC and NFC with three player on either side. The NFC team will... more »

• Remnants of Clean Burning Ignitor destroyed at Camp Minden

  November 2, 2016 9:45 PM

  PINEVILLE - All remaining traces of Clean Burning Ignitor at Camp Minded have been destroyed following two large magazine burns conducted earlier in the week. A spokesperson for the Louisiana National guard says Explosive Ordance Disposal personnel from the Army's 797th Ordnance Company and 79th Ordnance Battalion in Forth... more »