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• 5 people injured in early Saturday morning shooting on Bourbon Street

  April 24, 2021 11:52 AM

  NEW ORLEANS - NOPD are investigating an overnight Saturday shooting on Bourbon street that left five people wounded. Police arrived on scene of the shooting shortly before 2 am to find the five victims. Four of victims were treated at local hospitals while one was treated at the scene.... more »

• Bills to improve Title IX policies move forward with no opposition Play Video

  April 21, 2021 5:21 PM

  BATON ROUGE – LSU Title IX failures have become a major topic at the legislature. Bills to fix gaps in policies briskly moved forward at the Capitol Wednesday morning. Lawmakers are looking to add more oversight to make sure victims’ voices are being heard. “We’ve got to put value... more »

• Police name suspect in Texas active shooter case, ask residents to stay alert

  April 18, 2021 3:23 PM

  AUSTIN, Tx. - Police are still searching for 41-year-old Stephen Broderick, the suspect in an active shooting situation that left three people dead on Sunday. Two women and a man were found shot to death outside of an apartment building at Great Hills Trail and Rain Creek Parkway, according... more »

• Women increasingly protecting themselves against abusers, prosecutors say Play Video

  March 15, 2021 5:23 PM

  BATON ROUGE- Some might call it vigilante justice, but an increasing number of domestic violence victims who are predominantly women are turning the tables on their abusers. The numbers are being tracked by prosecutors who specialize in those cases. Last year, Baton Rouge broke records for the most domestic... more »

• Chemical release at St. Gabriel plant briefly shuts down LA 30; workers at nearby business reportedly exposed

  February 22, 2021 11:46 AM

  ST. GABRIEL - Officials are still investigating what caused a chemical plant in Iberville Parish to release ammonia into the air Monday morning. A spokesperson for the Eastman plant in St. Gabriel said the facility released the chemical shortly before 7 a.m., prompting the closure of LA 30 near... more »

• Zachary police unit shields crash victims from oncoming motorist

  February 12, 2021 10:31 PM

  ZACHARY - Zachary police are reminding motorists to slow down when they see an emergency vehicle on the road after an officer's forward thinking potentially saved lives. While responding to a roadway crash, Officer Michael Rispone activated the emergency lights on his police unit and positioned the vehicle between... more »

• Grand jury convenes in WBR deputy sexual misconduct probe Play Video

  November 16, 2018 5:14 PM

  PORT ALLEN- Four months after a WBRZ Investigative Unit report blew the top open about a West Baton Rouge deputy who was disciplined for sexual misconduct on the job, a grand jury convened Friday to determine if criminal charges were necessary. The grand jury was continued to December after sources... more »

• 20 hurt in overnight crash involving bus, 18-wheeler on I-10

  January 7, 2018 6:31 AM

  PORT ALLEN - A number of people were reportedly taken to multiple hospitals after a crash involving an 18-wheeler, a party bus and at least one other vehicle on I-10 East early Sunday morning. The incident was reported sometime after 2 a.m. between Grosse Tete and Port Allen. Authorities... more »

• Churchgoers hold car wash to raise funds for Harvey victims Play Video

  September 4, 2017 6:45 PM

  BATON ROUGE - People spent their day off helping to raise money and gather items for Texas victims of Hurricane Harvey. One group of eighth graders, their friends and siblings spent Monday washing cars for free and collecting donations. The group stationed at Jefferson Baptist Church set up stations... more »

• Hundreds of children gifted free supplies at back-to-school event Play Video

  July 30, 2017 12:43 AM

  BATON ROUGE - Hundreds crowded under a covered picnic area at the Waddill Wildlife Refuge, trying to avoid the rain and grab some free school supplies Saturday. It's all a part of "Fishing for Backpacks", a back-to-school event that began four years ago. "From the first year we... more »

• Accused fraudulent contractor's wife says they will lift all liens on customers' properties

  June 7, 2017 9:27 PM

  BATON ROUGE - The wife of a contractor arrested on several counts of fraud across multiple parishes has released a statement on behalf of their company Wednesday. Matthew Morris is accused of taking advantage of victims of the August flood and placing liens on many of those victims' homes.... more »

• Vice President Pence pays surprise visit to Denham Springs couple Play Video

  May 24, 2017 9:04 PM

  DENHAM SPRINGS - A couple in Livingston Parish received a surprise visit from a very special guest Wednesday. Jimmy and Olive Morgan were shocked to find out that Vice President Mike Pence made an unexpected detour to visit them at their Denham Springs home. Pence was in town to... more »

• Police respond to multiple shootings; At least one dead Wednesday Play Video

  April 19, 2017 3:15 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Authorities responded to reports of multiple shootings in the Baton Rouge area that left at least one person dead Wednesday. One person was killed in a shooting in the 3200 block of Plank Road around 1:45 p.m. Police identified the victim as a 36-year-old black... more »

• State flood assistance survey now open Play Video

  April 9, 2017 3:29 PM

  BATON ROUGE - The Restore Louisiana Homeowner Assistance Program survey opened to all homeowners affected by the March and August 2016 floods Monday. This homeowner assistance program will help flooded homeowners with rebuilding assistance and some reimbursement. The initial survey was made available for all flood-impacted homeowners on... more »

• 'Cooking in Central' returns to help flood victims Play Video

  April 1, 2017 11:37 PM

  CENTRAL - It's been more than 10 years since hurricane Katrina struck, but the 'Cooking in Central' fundraiser has returned to help disaster victims once again. Whether you're in the mood for delicious eats, an auction or you just want to play, you can find it all at the... more »

• Cajun Navy looks to aid flood victims still struggling to rebuild Play Video

  April 1, 2017 10:56 PM

  DENHAM SPRINGS - During the flood, Burney Morgan's home in Denham Springs was hit by four feet of water. To he get back into his house, he applied for the state's Shelter at Home program. The program allows victims to stay in their homes while they try to rebuild.... more »

• Abandoned next-door property keeps flood victim from returning home Play Video

  March 25, 2017 11:51 PM

  BATON ROUGE - A bent and broken chain link fence is the only thing separating one woman's home of 21 years and the blighted property next door. "It needs to be a safe neighborhood, and it's not safe right now, not with the doors wide open and abondoned. That's... more »

• Contractor arrested over undone work

  March 18, 2017 1:34 PM

  BATON ROUGE -- A contractor who took $4,000 to remove and replace a flooded air conditioning system was arrested Friday. Laroy Turnipseed Sr. was booked into East Baton Rouge Parish Prison on a count of misapplication of payment by a contractor. A woman whose house was flooded told... more »

• Livingston mobile disaster recovery center closes Wednesday

  February 21, 2017 1:46 PM

  LIVINGSTON - The Livingston Parish mobile disaster recovery center at the Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness on Government Blvd. will close this week. The center is set to close Wednesday, Feb. 22 at 6 p.m. FEMA announced that the need for center has diminished and parish... more »

• St. Amant High reopens for the first time since flood Play Video

  February 12, 2017 10:35 PM

  BATON ROUGE - St. Amant High School is ready to open its doors for the first time since the August floods. The school has been shut down for six months. In that same time, Principal Mia Edwards and much of the faculty have also been displaced by the flood.... more »

• Bond set for $635,000 for contractor overcharging flood victims Play Video

  February 8, 2017 5:13 PM

  BATON ROUGE - A man was arrested Wednesday morning after committing contractor fraud in the wake of the August 2016 floods. According to Sheriff Jeff Wiley, 39-year-old Matthew Morris of Baton Rouge was arrested after the Ascension Parish Sheriff's Office received multiple complaints regarding possible contractor fraud. To... more »

• Many flood victims awaiting assistance with income taxes

  February 4, 2017 7:13 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Lorenzo Lafleur and his family came out to the Main Library in Baton Rouge to get help with his income taxes. They lost everything in the flood. "I want to know is there is going to be some type of way to write it off.... more »

• Hundreds help deliver hot meals to flood victims

  November 19, 2016 8:29 PM

  BATON ROUGE – Volunteers came by the hundreds to help flood victims in need of a hot meal for Thanksgiving. The Healing Place Church is on a mission to provide 10,000 holiday meals to flood victims and more than 1,400 bags of groceries. The church was hoping to... more »

• A warning to displaced residents ahead of Thanksgiving Play Video

  November 14, 2016 11:43 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Thanksgiving is right around the corner and safety officials want to make sure people are preparing for a safe and responsible holiday in the wake of a turbulent summer in Baton Rouge. Baton Rouge firefighters are asking families that were displaced by the flood be aware... more »

• More than a million in donations unloaded at Cortana Mall for flood victims Play Video

  October 19, 2016 10:51 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Volunteers spent the day unloading more than a million dollars worth of donations, going towards flood victims at an event next Thursday. Three to four stores worth of clothes, shoes, toys, cribs and other items were brought to the mall through a special program created by two... more »

• US Death Toll From Hurricane Matthew Climbs to 42

  October 14, 2016 12:29 PM

  Hurricane Matthew continues to claim more victims. This morning Virginia officials confirmed to ABC News the state's second storm-related death, saying that a Suffolk man who disappeared during Hurricane Matthew was found dead on Oct. 12. The U.S. death toll from Matthew has now climbed to 42 as... more »

• Disaster recovery center opens for flood-impacted residents in West Baton Rouge Parish

  September 9, 2016 5:41 PM

  BATON ROUGE – A disaster recovery center is opening in West Baton Rouge Parish to assist Louisiana flood victims. The center is set to open on Saturday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., seven days a week until further notice. The center is located at 210 Turner Drive at... more »

• Flood victims, city leaders attend disaster information meeting

  August 30, 2016 8:45 PM

  BATON ROUGE - A meeting to discuss disaster relief efforts for flood victims was held Tuesday night at the Leo S. Butler Center. Councilwoman Tara Wicker along with representatives from FEMA, DSNAP, the Department of Public Works, EBR School System, the Office of Emergency Preparedness and others gathered to... more »

• Attorney general warns flood victims of scams and gives tips for protection Play Video

  August 24, 2016 8:16 PM

  BATON ROUGE – Attorney General Jeff Landry’s office is warning residents impacted by the flood of possible scams and tips they should practice to protect themselves in a time where many are vulnerable. See below for the list of scams and tips: Price Gouging - Occurs when someone... more »

• President tours flood ravaged areas, snaps selfies with flood victims Play Video

  August 23, 2016 5:28 PM

  ZACHARY - People in the Castle Place Subdivision in Zachary received a high profile visitor to their subdivision Tuesday. President Obama shook hands with flood victims and offered them words of encouragement during a three-hour visit to the flood ravaged region. Tamika Bennett's home filled with nearly four... more »

• Samaritan's Purse volunteer group begins clean-up work for flood victims

  August 19, 2016 10:46 PM

  DENHAM SPRINGS - Volunteers with Samaritan's Purse are arriving from all over the country to help flood victims. Little by little, one load at a time, volunteers are throwing out the pieces. "It's hot and there's a lot of stuff and it's the first time I've ever done, I've... more »

• 'Res-Que' team to give out free BBQ meals to flood victims, first responders

  August 19, 2016 6:00 PM

  BATON ROUGE – Members of Fleur de Que , Hog Dat Nation, March of the Pigs, Hogs for the Cause and Bacon Rouge are coming together to feed the Baton Rouge community following the recent flooding and severe weather. The group, dubbed as Hogs Res-Que Team, will be cooking barbecue... more »

• Blue light bulbs out of stock at local businesses following police shooting Play Video

  July 29, 2016 10:54 PM

  Many local stores say they have consistently become sold out of blue light bulbs, purchased by residents looking to honor the officers who died in the Baton Rouge police shooting. "People everyday are looking for them since Mr. Matt's funeral," Charles Creed, an employee at a local hardware store... more »

• JetBlue offering free flights to families of Orlando shooting victims

  June 13, 2016 5:24 PM

  ORLANDO - JetBlue airline company is providing free seats on flights to and from Orlando for those impacted by a mass shooting that took place on Sunday at a Florida nightclub that left at least 49 dead and another 53 injured. The free flights are available for immediate family... more »

• EBRSO to host Evening of Remembrance

  April 14, 2016 8:28 AM

  BATON ROUGE - East Baton Rouge Sheriff Sid Gautreaux III is hosting the annual Evening of Remembrance Thursday night. The event is dedicated to remembering victims of homicide. Family and friends will honor their loved ones. One of the guest speakers is Barbara Mills, the mother of Brittney... more »

• Coroner releases names of Convent RV park tornado victims

  February 25, 2016 11:33 AM

  NEW ORLEANS - The St. James Parish Coroner has released the names of those killed in a tornado that ripped through an RV park during Tuesday’s bout of severe weather. 59-year-old David Eugene Swann, of Satsuma, Alabama and 51-year-old Scott Ellis of North Carolina died Tuesday. St. James Parish... more »

• Not everyone will get closure with serial killer's unexpected death Thursday Play Video

  January 21, 2016 11:52 PM

  PORT ALLEN - The death of serial killer Derrick Todd Lee might be bitter-sweet for families of victims suspected to have been killed by him but never officially connected or confirmed. Lee was convicted in two attacks but DNA linked him to five others. There are likely more, authorities... more »

• State Police identify victims in Clinton double murder

  December 8, 2015 1:03 PM

  CLINTON - Louisiana State Police have identified the victims of a double murder that happened in Clinton Sunday afternoon. The victims are 46-year-old Kem Smith of Clinton and 39-year-old Clifton Cowan, Jr. of Zachary. East Feliciana Parish Sheriff’s deputies and State Police reported the arrest of 31-year-old Eric... more »

• Baton Rouge residents remember victims in Paris attacks

  November 15, 2015 8:31 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Dozens of people decided to spend their Sunday afternoon downtown honoring deceased victims of the Paris, France attacks. More than one hundred people were killed Friday evening at various places throughout the city, during a terrorist attack. People in Baton Rouge did their part to remember the... more »

• Authorities search field connected to Duplantier murders Play Video

  October 22, 2015 5:23 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Law enforcement agencies confirmed that information of a possible buried body at a Duplantier property sparked an hour-long search in Baton Rouge Thursday. Just before 6 p.m., Sheriff Sid Gautreaux said confirmed that someone told authorities that 42-year-old Ernesto Llerena Alonso had killed another person and... more »

• Suspect identified, wanted in Saturday night shooting

  October 10, 2015 11:04 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Police are looking for 26-year-old Jaime Rivera in a fatal shooting investigation The shooting happened in the 1200 block of Cristy Drive shortly before 8:00 pm. Eduardo Olivas, 33, died on scene from sustained gunshot wounds. The second victim, 36, was transported to a local... more »

• Program scheduled to aid domestic violence victims Play Video

  October 5, 2015 6:18 PM

  BATON ROUGE - A program scheduled to help domestic abuse victims which will begin in January, focuses on getting victims of violence in the home out of dangerous situations in an attempt to end domestic-related disturbances in the future. The East Baton Rouge Parish District Attorney's Office received a... more »