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• DOTD focused on bridges ahead of potential for ice Play Video

  January 20, 2022 9:39 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Crews with the Department of Transportation and Development canvassed the Huey P. Long Bridge Thursday afternoon to pre-treat potential areas of concern with isolated ice possible overnight. "Mainly the Mississippi river crossings, we're spraying brine, saltwater," spokesman Rodney Mallett said. "We're not putting down salt. Once... more »

• Saturday parade guide for downtown Baton Rouge

  February 18, 2017 3:55 PM

  BATON ROUGE – Two major parades will make their way through downtown Baton Rouge Saturday afternoon. KREWE MYSTIQUE Founded in 1976, Mystique is Baton Rouge's oldest krewe and remains dedicated to being a family-friendly parade. Krewe Mystique rides on Saturday at 2 p.m. in downtown Baton Rouge. ... more »

• Thursday CATS bus routes with limited service

  August 18, 2016 9:25 AM

  BATON ROUGE - The Capital Area Transit System says limited service to most of its lines is back on Thursday. Service has been restored to most routes, but trips are limited and buses are not running as regularly as they normally do. Riders should consult RouteMatch or the Cats... more »

• Some CATS routes remain in limited services

  August 17, 2016 8:59 AM

  BATON ROUGE - The Capital Area Transit System says Wednesday will see limited service to most of its lines in the city on Wednesday. Flooding limited access to many routes. CATS buses were also used in rescue and evacuation efforts. Service has been restored to most routes as... more »

• Some CATS bus routes remain in limited service

  August 16, 2016 10:52 AM

  BATON ROUGE - CATS say it is continuing to support rescue and evacuation operations, but more buses will return to regular service than in the days prior on Tuesday. Service has been restored to most routes, but trips are limited and buses are not running as regularly as they... more »

• CATS prepared to adjust routes should traffic accompany protests

  July 7, 2016 2:09 PM

  BATON ROUGE - The Capital Area Transit System (CATS) says it will be monitoring the volume and flow of traffic in the area of vigils and protests for recently slain Alton Sterling over the coming days. Peaceful gatherings are planned throughout the city, and CATS intends to stay ahead... more »