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• Poll: Most opposed to death row clemency in Louisiana

  August 27, 2023 7:29 PM

  BATON ROUGE - By a 5-to-4 margin, Louisianians oppose an effort by Gov. John Bel Edwards to commute the sentences of those on death row, a new statewide poll shows. The exclusive WBRZ survey of likely voters asked whether they were for or against the governor's proposal to remove... more »

• Crime tops concerns across Louisiana, WBRZ poll finds Play Video

  August 24, 2023 1:10 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Louisiana voters name crime and violence as their top concern, with education close behind. That's according to a new WBRZ News 2 poll. When asked to identify the most important problem facing the state, 18 percent of respondents listed crime and violence. Another 16 percent named... more »

• Poll gauges popularity of Edwards, Biden, Trump across Louisiana

  August 23, 2023 2:42 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Gov. John Bel Edwards is winding down his two terms in office with support from a majority of voters, according to a new statewide poll sponsored by WBRZ and other Louisiana organizations. President Joe Biden, another Democrat, fares far worse. Edwards, who is unable to... more »

• Poll: Landry, Wilson likely to advance, but one of them is 'best positioned' to become governor Play Video

  August 22, 2023 4:57 PM

  BATON ROUGE - The frontrunners at the start of the 2023 campaign for Louisiana governor are the frontrunners today, according to a new statewide poll—but it is Republican Jeff Landry who is "best positioned to win" the race this fall. WBRZ and several partner organizations commissioned the poll, which... more »

• Louisiana constitutional amendments, other ballot items: Get election results here

  November 13, 2021 1:13 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Voters across the state had to decide four constitutional amendments Saturday. Watch WBRZ on TV, streaming here for results during newscasts In all parishes, voters will decide on: FAILED CA NO. 1 (ACT 131, 2021 - HB 199) - Authorizes streamlined electronic filing,... more »

• Poll Results: In honor of National Dessert Day, WBRZ viewers reveal favorite BR donut shop Play Video

  October 14, 2020 9:14 AM

  BATON ROUGE - In honor of National Dessert Day, which falls on Wednesday, October 14, WBRZ's 2une In team discussed one of their favorite desserts, the delicious donut. According to some, the donut (or doughnut) has been a favorite of America's dessert connoisseurs since it was first brought to... more »

• Poll Results: WBRZ's viewers decided which BR coffee shop has the best morning brew Play Video

  September 29, 2020 11:06 AM

  BATON ROUGE - Tuesday, September 29 is National Coffee Day and some of WBRZ's 2une In crew celebrated with a taste test to decide which one of Baton Rouge's most popular coffee shops makes the best morning brew. While Brandi B. Harris chose Batch 13 as a favorite, Ashley... more »

• Poll Results: Viewers decided which suggested name they prefer for Dixie Beer Play Video

  September 25, 2020 5:59 AM

  BATON ROUGE - Earlier this week, Dixie Beer announced plans to change its name and invited the public to weigh with suggested new names , as long as they submitted their choices by Friday, September 25. After WBRZ's 2une In crew came up with a few suggested name choices... more »

• Poll Results: Viewers decide if it's acceptable for Louisianians to begin rolling out pumpkins in September Play Video

  September 22, 2020 7:19 AM

  BATON ROUGE - In recent years, the start of Fall signals the start of featuring 'all things pumpkin,' from the beloved pumpkin spice latte to simply decorating one's home with pumpkins. But not everyone is enamored with the bright winter squash. WBRZ's Bess Casserleigh, for example, is quoted... 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 »

• See how Abraham, Edwards and Rispone poll in last-minute survey

  October 7, 2019 1:56 PM

  BATON ROUGE – Voters’ minds in Louisiana were relatively unchanged over the last two weeks, showing incumbent Governor John Bel Edwards leads the polls, but not showing an outright win Saturday. Two polls were released Monday – including polling by JMC Analytics . Of people who had made... more »

• Municipal election wraps up

  March 25, 2017 9:25 PM

  BATON ROUGE -Voting has concluded in the March municipal elections around Louisiana. Statewide voting concluded Saturday afternoon for residents in East Feliciana, Livingston, East Feliciana, St. Helena and Tangipahoa parishes. Full results from the polls can be viewed here . more »

• LSU ranks fourth in Baseball American preseason poll

  January 23, 2017 1:07 PM

  BATON ROUGE – The LSU baseball team is ranked fourth in the 2017 Baseball America preseason poll. The poll was released on Monday and marks the Tigers' fourth Top 5 preseason ranking. LSU is ranked second in the Collegiate Baseball and Perfect Game preseason polls. Additionally, the Tigers are... more »

• LSU baseball team ranks second in Perfect Game poll

  January 11, 2017 2:32 PM

  BATON ROUGE – The LSU baseball team was ranked second in the 2017 Perfect Game preseason poll released Wednesday. The ranking marks the second No. 2 ranking in the past three weeks. The team is also ranked second in the Collegiate Baseball poll that was announced in late December.... more »

• LSU moves up in AP, coaches' poll after hanging on against Miss State

  September 18, 2016 5:54 PM

  BATON ROUGE - LSU moved up two spots in the Associated Press Top 25 and five spots in the Amway Coaches poll after a narrow victory over Mississippi State. The Tigers managed to hold on in the end to beat the bulldogs 23-20 Saturday night in Tiger Stadium in their... more »

• Sam Houston, McNeeese top Southland Conference polls

  July 27, 2016 1:02 PM

  LAKE CHARLES - Sam Houston State, hot off an 11-4 season and a run at the national semifinals, has been selected as the favorite heading into upcoming Southland Conference football season. Sam Houston State tops the polls which were voted on by the league’s coaches and sports information directors.... more »

• Poll shows La. voters support medical marijuana

  April 28, 2016 12:37 PM

  BATON ROUGE- A poll by JMC Enterprises, commissioned by The Louisiana Cannabis Association, revealed that 72 percent of Louisiana voters are in favor of the medical marijuana legislation. Key poll findings include: - 72 percent of Louisiana voters agree that medical marijuana should be available for patients while 13 percent... more »

• Poll: 70 percent of EBR voters in favor of extending workplace smoking ban

  January 26, 2016 7:16 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Local, state and national public health groups have released the results of polls that show 70 percent of East Baton Rouge Parish voters are in favor of extending the statewide smoke-free policy to all workplaces, including bars and casinos. “Voters throughout East Baton Rouge Parish and... more »

• LSU's 2016 recruiting class ranked No. 2 in national poll

  January 20, 2016 11:56 AM

  BATON ROUGE - LSU football’s 2016 recruiting class has taken the No. 2 ranking in the nation, according to the 247Sports Composite Ranking poll. LSU fell just behind Ohio State as the Buckeyes picked up a commitment from four-star wide receiver Binjimen Victor, enabling them to slide past the... more »

• Pollster: Dardenne endorsement likley insignificant Play Video

  November 5, 2015 7:38 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Rep. John Bel Edwards (D) said Thursday's endorsement by former gubernatorial opponent Jay Dardenne (R) is a "big deal" in his campaign against Sen. David Vitter (R). But long time pollster Bernie Pinsonat of Southern Media & Opinion Research doesn't think it will make much difference. Pinsonat... more »

• BREC to poll residents over Howell Park golf course Play Video

  September 23, 2015 7:07 PM

  BATON ROUGE - BREC will likely go door to door in neighborhoods around Howell Park in North Baton Rouge to find out what residents want done with the park's golf course. A proposal calls for closing the golf course and replacing it with a fishing lake, a walking track and... more »

• LSU drops in Coaches' Poll, remains #14 in AP poll after rain-out

  September 8, 2015 1:35 PM

  BATON ROUGE - LSU dropped two rankings in national college football polls, but remained ranked 14 in the Associated Press poll after Saturday's severe weather canceled their match against McNeese State. The Tigers dropped to No. 15 in the USA Today Coaches' Poll released Tuesday morning. Mississippi State,... more »