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  • APSO seeking the public's help in identifying theft suspect

    September 15, 2021 6:36 AM

    ASCENSION PARISH - Ascension Parish Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's help in identifying a suspect wanted for theft in a convenience store on August 19. Surveillance video shows the suspect stealing a wallet unknowingly left by the victim from the counter of Rende's convenience store located... more »
  • School near normal for the fall in East Baton Rouge

    June 28, 2021 8:01 PM

    BATON ROUGE - School officials in East Baton Rouge say students will return to near normal conditions when classes start for the upcoming fall semester, but some COVID-19 restrictions will still be in place. "We're following what the governor's mandate in wearing masks, some social distancing," Superintendent Dr. Sito... more »
  • Kenilworth Independence Day Parade returns in 2021 Play Video

    June 22, 2021 12:46 PM

    BATON ROUGE - The Kenilworth Independence Day Parade will be among the first to return to the capital area after the coronavirus pandemic shut down most public celebrations last year. The Kenilworth Civic Association announced Tuesday that the parade will be held July 3, 2021. The parade will kick... more »
  • EBR Mayor: No large events in immediate future; could return later in year Play Video

    May 20, 2020 9:37 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Days after entering 'Phase One,' East Baton Rouge Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome says the return of large events, like sports and concerts, isn't feasible at this time. "I cannot see us having any big events in May, June, or July at this time," Broome said. ... more »
  • CATS continuing service, limiting buses to 10 passengers at a time

    March 24, 2020 2:42 PM

    BATON ROUGE - The Capital Area Transit System is reducing the number of people allowed on CATS buses in an effort to prevent spreading the coronavirus. On Tuesday, CATS announced that each bus will be limited to 10 passengers or fewer. CATS has already announced it is waiving bus... more »
  • CATS change weekday schedule during COVID-19 outbreak

    March 19, 2020 4:14 PM

    BATON ROUGE - To prevent any further spread of the coronavirus the Capital Area Transit System (CATS) will run a modified weekday schedule temporarily. Starting Friday, March 20 services will begin at the usual time, but there will be no additional buses for peak service and the last bus... more »
  • Denham Springs splash pad remains closed amid reports of skin infection Play Video

    July 6, 2017 1:17 PM

    DENHAM SPRINGS – A splash pad in Denham Springs remains closed to the public amid reports of a skin infection being contracted by children after visiting the location . The Kidz Korner Playland in Denham Springs is closed after reports of children becoming infected with Impetigo, a... more »
  • Ascension Public Schools summer classes, camps canceled for Wednesday

    June 20, 2017 5:31 PM

    ASCENSION – Ascension Public Schools summer classes and camps are canceled for Wednesday, June 21 as Tropical Storm Cindy approaches. All administrative services for Ascension Public Schools shall remain open with 12-month employees reporting to work as scheduled. Any employees who feel they cannot safely travel to or... more »
  • Public input wanted for proposed Plaquemine Riverfront Recreational Trail

    June 19, 2017 2:35 PM

    PLAQUEMINE – Officials are looking for public input on the proposed master plan for the Plaquemine Riverfront Recreational Trail. Two possible plans for the trail landing and river overlook will be shown for public input. The plans also include a stage, terraced seating and other amenities. Plans also... more »
  • Public meeting scheduled to discuss possible railroad crossing closures in Plaquemine

    June 9, 2017 2:00 PM

    PLAQUEMINE - A public meeting will be held in Plaquemine to discuss the possible closures of some railroad crossings in the area. Currently, between 20 to 30 trains pass through Plaquemine on a daily basis and each must blow their whistles as they pass through the city's railroad crossings,... more »
  • Deputy superintendent of EBR Parish School District to resign

    May 8, 2017 6:39 PM

    BATON ROUGE - The East Baton Rouge Parish School District announced the resignation of its deputy superintendent, Dr. Michelle Clayton, Monday. The announcement came late in the afternoon, along with a statement from Superintendent Warren Drake. "On a personal level, Michelle and I have worked together for over... more »
  • Authorities dispel threats at Denham Springs school

    April 11, 2017 5:13 PM

    DENHAM SPRINGS - The Livingston Parish Sheriff's Office and Livingston Parish Public School System responded to reported threats at a local school Tuesday. On Monday, several students and parents reported possible threats directed at the school on social media. The school system released a statement Tuesday saying that... more »
  • Justice Department reaches agreement to desegregate St. James schools

    January 31, 2017 12:27 PM

    WASHINGTON - The Department of Justice has reached an agreement with the St. James Parish School District that will end court supervision of the district’s schools. The consent order, approved Monday by the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana, addresses all remaining issues in the school... more »
  • Ascension public schools delay installation of temporary buildings

    January 31, 2017 10:51 AM

    DONALDSONVILLE - Weather delays have officially pushed back Ascension Parish public schools' plans for temporary buildings. The buildings were intended to help schools cope with heavy flooding that occurred in 2016. According to Supertintendent David Alexander, the buildings originally slated for installation on Feb. 3, 2017 were delayed... more »
  • Three companies selected to manage BR downtown parking

    November 8, 2016 1:46 PM

    BATON ROUGE – Mayor Holden announced on Tuesday that three companies have been selected to manage the City-Parish public parking downtown. The companies will help improve street and garage parking by providing better facility management, customer service and security along with modernizing the downtown parking system, according to City-Parish... more »
  • Investigative Unit captures public equipment doing private jobs Play Video

    October 27, 2016 5:25 PM

    ST. FRANCISVILLE- Freshly cut grass and nicely manicured parking lots are things you'd expect on public property. But, you don't expect your tax dollars to pay to maintain private property. Our cameras captured that happening in the quaint town of St. Francisville. It has been going on for decades... more »
  • USS Kidd Veterans Museum reopens Saturday following flood

    September 15, 2016 4:02 PM

    BATON ROUGE – The USS Kidd Veterans Museum will reopen to the general public on Saturday for the first time since last month's flood. The veteran's museum sustained the flood without any damage. However, the evacuation shelter that was set up across the street at the Baton Rouge River Center... more »
  • Public input meetings for phase 2 of Green Light Plan start next week

    August 25, 2016 12:38 PM

    BATON ROUGE – Some of the public meetings set to discuss the next phase of the Green Light Plan are set to start next week. The proposed next phase of Mayor Holden's Green Light Plan call for a parish-wide 5-mill property tax over 30 years to fund an estimated... more »
  • CATS to hold public meeting on bus crash

    April 15, 2016 7:47 PM

    BATON ROUGE- Capital Area Transit System will hold a public meeting Monday to discuss safety issues in the wake of Thursday's bus crash. That crash sent three people to the hospital after a city bus hit a SUV and then crashed into a house near the intersection of Acadian Thruway... more »
  • Livingston council announces public hearing for term limits, gravel pits

    April 15, 2016 12:24 AM

    LIVINGSTON - The Livingston Parish Council made headway on a pair of items at a meeting Thursday night that have been in the works for months. The council briefly discussed and set a date for a public hearing about administering term limits for themselves. Voters replaced the entire council last... more »
  • White finishes statement, Holden to render decision Play Video

    February 18, 2013 9:13 AM

    BATON ROUGE- Police Chief Dwayne White has finished his testimony at a special hearing into his future. Mayor-President Kip Holden said he would have a decision in the matter in about ten minutes. White testified for more than an hour telling Holden he and the police department had... more »

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