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  • La. Congressman Steve Scalise among those seeking to fill House speaker vacancy after McCarthy's removal

    October 4, 2023 4:24 PM

    WASHINGTON (AP) — The stunning removal of Kevin McCarthy as speaker has left the House adrift as Republicans struggle to bring order to their fractured majority and begin the difficult and potentially prolonged process of uniting around a new leader. The House convened briefly Wednesday and then went into... more »
  • Suspect spent months on the run after Louisiana killing, later arrested 1,500 miles away

    November 2, 2022 1:40 PM

    BOGALUSA - A Texas man implicated in a deadly drive-by shooting in south Louisiana was arrested in another state Tuesday after spending over two months evading law enforcement. The Bogalusa Police Department said the suspect, 22-year-old Christian Myers, was one of at least three people involved in the Aug.... more »
  • Sheriff: Deputies shot, killed suspect who refused to get out of his vehicle

    February 16, 2022 2:29 PM

    MARRERO - Sheriff's deputies shot a man who refused to get out of a vehicle after they responded to a 911 call in Jefferson Parish early Wednesday morning. The Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office said deputies were first called to Wilson Street in Marrero shortly after 2 a.m. Wednesday. There,... more »
  • Stepson indicted in killing of Elvis impersonator

    June 22, 2021 7:29 PM

    LIVINGSTON PARISH - A man was formally charged for the killing of his stepfather, a well-known Elvis Presley impersonator. Trace Pigott, 28, was indicted for second-degree murder after allegedly shooting his stepfather Jason Baglio, who performed frequently under the stage name "Jayson Alfano." Baglio was shot multiple times... more »
  • NFL player arrested in south La. allegedly choked man unconscious, threatened to kill him

    April 21, 2021 6:45 PM

    CHALMETTE - Arrests records say Seattle Seahawks defensive end Aldon Smith choked a man and threatened to kill him when a fight broke out in a St. Bernard Parish coffee shop. WWL-TV cites a police report saying that Smith and the victim plan a meeting to discuss the man's... more »
  • Dunkin' closing 800 locations nationwide

    July 30, 2020 2:29 PM

    Dunkin' has announced it will close hundreds of its locations across the country. The Massachusetts-based company says 800 of its stores will close as the country continues to feel the effects of the coronavirus pandemic, according to WESH . Dunkin' says the decision will affect locations with low-volume sales,... more »
  • Police officers show they can 'wobble baby'

    March 9, 2020 10:28 AM

    SLIDELL - One city is getting ready for St. Patrick's Day and two police officers are joining in on the festivities. Slidell Motorcycle Officer Jason “Leprechaun” Walden and Lt. Brett Curole showed off their dance moves at the St. Patrick's Day parade in Slidell on March 8th. more »
  • Shirts featuring Joe Burrow's post-championship cigar already being sold in Ohio

    January 14, 2020 5:10 PM

    CINCINNATI - Merchandise featuring Ohio-born QB Joe Burrow has hit the shelves in his home state less than 24 hours after the Tigers claimed their national title. Burrow led LSU to its 42-25 national championship win over Clemson Monday night, prompting late-night launches of championship merchandise across the state... more »
  • Report: Bride's Cake ice cream is back, but only in Louisiana

    October 3, 2017 3:47 PM

    NEW ORLEANS - Blue Bell has announced the return of one of its most sought-after flavors. Bride's Cake ice cream is making its return, exclusively in Louisiana. The company told WWL there should be enough to satiate the whole state, which went into a frenzy when the flavor debuted... more »
  • LSP cadets begin intensive training to become state troopers Play Video

    August 20, 2017 10:53 PM

    BATON ROUGE - A class of Louisiana State Police cadets moves on to 20 weeks of intense training Sunday, marking a new step in their journey towards becoming state troopers. However, getting to this point wasn’t an easy task according to the cadets and their superiors. “Well, I’m... more »
  • Gov. Edwards helps repair flood-damaged home in Baton Rouge Play Video

    August 12, 2017 7:22 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Dozens of volunteers and Governor's staff got an early start to commemorate the one year anniversary of historic flooding in Baton Rouge. Governor John Bel Edwards and the First Lady joined administration officials and staff for a service project at the home of Ms. Lucille Huggins,... more »
  • Report: Blue Bell's Bride's Cake ice cream is back in limited quantities

    August 5, 2017 5:08 PM

    The incredibly popular Bride's Cake ice cream is making a limited comeback in the state of Louisiana. Blue Bell's wildly successful "almond flavored ice cream with cake pieces and amaretto flavored cream cheese icing" is back, but will only be available in pints for a limited time. Last... more »
  • Louisiana honors its first female firefighter killed in line of duty

    July 11, 2017 1:58 PM

    MOUNT HERMON - A community is honoring the life and service of a volunteer firefighter after she was killed in a crash while responding to a house fire last week. Services were held Sunday for 54-year-old Ronda Varnado, the first female firefighter to perish in the line of duty... more »
  • Nicholson Drive bridge closed for emergency repairs Play Video

    July 10, 2017 4:59 PM

    BATON ROUGE - The Department of Transportation and Development made an emergency bridge closure on Nicholson Drive Monday night. The bridge, located between Dean Lee Drive and Brightside Drive, was closed around Monday as crews make emergency repairs. The bridge is scheduled to be replaced in early 2018,... more »
  • EBRSO: Woman wanted for charging more than $800 to stolen credit card

    July 10, 2017 3:52 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Deputies are seeking a woman accused of spending more than $800 with the use of a stolen credit card. According to the East Baton Rouge Sheriff's Office, the woman used the stolen card to buy $812 in Visa gift cards and then made purchases at several... more »
  • Woman arrested for giving 'erotic' massages at north shore massage parlor

    July 10, 2017 2:37 PM

    MANDEVILLE - Authorities have arrested an employee of a north shore massage parlor after it was discovered she was giving erotic massages to customers. According to the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office, 53-year-old Liwei Dong was arrested and charged with prostitution by massage. The sheriff's office says deputies... more »
  • Police: Man hospitalized for heart attack after robbing workplace with hammer

    July 10, 2017 1:49 PM

    THIBODAUX - Police have arrested a man after he suffered a possible heart attack following a heist at the store where he was recently hired. According to the Thibodaux Police Department, 25-year-old Nicholas Meyer was arrested for the early morning robbery Sunday. Police say the incident occurred around... more »
  • Cyclists continue bike ride to honor officers killed in Baton Rouge, Dallas Play Video

    July 9, 2017 8:56 PM

    BATON ROUGE - A team of bicyclists composed of police, first responders and other law enforcement officers are honoring their fallen comrades with a bike ride that will take them all the way from Dallas to Baton Rouge. On Wednesday, The Texas Brotherhood Ride's Facebook page announced the riders... more »
  • North Shore firefighter dies in crash on way to fire

    July 9, 2017 3:43 PM

    MOUNT HERMON, La. - A community is mourning the death of a volunteer firefighter after she was killed in a crash while responding to a house fire Thursday. According to a report from WWL-TV, a news partner of WBRZ, the incident occurred around 8:30 p.m. near the intersection of... more »
  • Three fires at area stores set to cover thefts, suspect arrested

    July 8, 2017 11:22 PM

    AMITE - State fire investigators booked a man into the Tangipahoa Parish jail overnight on charges related to string of arsons at area Walmart locations that may have been set to distract workers so the suspect could steal computers. Larry Paul Schouest, Jr., was charged with two counts of... more »
  • 4 arrested in scheme to steal car dealership keys

    July 8, 2017 8:42 PM

    CUT OFF - Deputies have arrested four people for their involvement in a scheme to steal car keys from a Lafourche Parish dealership. The Lafourche Parish Sheriff's Office responded to the Golden Motors dealership after receiving a report of three sets of vehicle keys being stolen Friday afternoon. ... more »
  • NYC officer shot, killed while sitting in police car

    July 5, 2017 1:24 PM

    NEW YORK - An on-duty New York City police officer was killed early Wednesday after a gunman walked up to her patrol vehicle and fired shots through the window, authorities said. Police say 48-year-old Miosotis Familia, a 12-year veteran assigned to the New York City Police Department's 46th Precinct's... more »
  • Impaired driver arrested after sheriff's deputy hurt in I-10 crash

    July 3, 2017 5:48 PM

    ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST PARISH - Police say a sheriff's deputy was injured on I-10 West while helping the victim of a hit and run Monday morning. According to Louisiana State Police, a St. John the Baptist Parish sheriff's deputy stopped on the left hand shoulder of I-10 West... more »
  • Assumption sheriff's deputy killed in crash on way home from work

    July 3, 2017 12:19 AM

    THIBODAUX - The Assumption Parish Sheriff's Office says one of its deputies was killed in a single-vehicle crash as he was driving home from his shift Sunday afternoon. According to Louisiana State Police, 21-year-old Deputy Seth Bourgeois was traveling east on LA 304 near Dylily Lane in a pickup... more »
  • LSP: Unrestrained driver killed in Evangeline Parish crash

    June 25, 2017 8:56 PM

    EVANGELINE PARISH - Police are investigating a single-vehicle crash that left one person dead early Sunday morning. According to Louisiana State Police, the crash occurred just after midnight on Harrison Road near LA 29. Police say 36-year-old Jacob McDaniel of Boyce was traveling in his 2000 Ford F-150... more »
  • Shreveport police investigating body found in abandoned home

    June 25, 2017 4:15 PM

    SHREVEPORT - Police are investigating an abandoned home where a body was found Sunday. According to a report from KTBS, police say a person walked into the home in the 400 block of Davis St. in Shreveport, discovered the remains and called authorities. Corporal Angie Willhite told KTBS... more »
  • Community Coffee to launch limited edition LSU blend

    June 24, 2017 9:02 PM

    BATON ROUGE – Community Coffee has announced a new limited edition blend of coffee to honor Louisiana State University and Tiger Nation. According to a report from WWL, Community Coffee says the “LSU Blend” will be available in grocery stores throughout Louisiana starting in July. The blend will only... more »
  • House passes bill to protect Confederate monuments

    May 15, 2017 7:25 PM

    BATON ROUGE - The Louisiana House of Representatives has passed a bill that aims to protect the state's confederate monuments. The house voted on Bill No. 71 Monday afternoon. The bill, which "provides for the conservation of public military memorials," was passed with a 65-31 vote. Shreveport Representative... more »
  • Coast Guard, multiple agencies locate missing hunter

    March 6, 2017 11:20 PM

    NEW ORLEANS - The Coast Guard concluded a search for a missing hunter after he was found near the Atchafalaya River Basin. The man was located around 7 p.m. Monday evening, according to the Coast Guard. He was then transported to emergency medical services by the St. Mary's Parish... more »
  • Tax filing extensions available for tornado-impacted areas

    February 20, 2017 12:44 PM

    BATON ROUGE – The Louisiana Department of Revenue is offering tax filing and payment extensions to taxpayers impacted by severe storms and tornadoes that struck the state on Feb. 7. Tax filing and payment extensions are offered for residents whose homes, critical tax records or principal places of business... more »
  • GOHSEP: 28 injuries, no deaths after severe weather strikes southeast Louisiana

    February 7, 2017 9:14 PM

    BATON ROUGE- The Governor’s Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness Crisis Action Team has been activated in order to address any requests for support from parishes and other state agencies due to today’s tornadic activity. Seven areas across southeast Louisiana sustained possible tornado damage during several rounds of... more »
  • New Orleans man arrested for production of child pornography, enticement of minors

    December 5, 2016 8:59 PM

    NEW ORLEANS - A New Orleans man was arrested and charged with production of child pornography and coercion and enticement of minors, according to the FBI. On Monday Dec. 5, The FBI New Orleans Division's Violent Crimes Against Children/Human Trafficking Task Fore arrested Matthew Pere, 32, in New Orleans... more »

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