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• Report: LSU to hire new DL coach, retain defensive staff; secondary coach Corey Raymond included Play Video

  December 6, 2025 3:10 PM

  BATON ROUGE - After LSU Defensive Coordinator Blake Baker returned, the current defensive staff is supposed to stay in place outside of a new defensive line coach, according to CBS Sports' Matt Zenitz. Zenitz reported that LSU is expected to retain edge rushers coach Kevin Peoples, safeties coach Jake... more »

• LSU defensive coordinator Blake Baker is staying on the Lane Train with LSU, Kiffin confirms Play Video

  December 5, 2025 11:39 PM

  BATON ROUGE - After speculation of him leaving for the Tulane job, LSU defensive coordinator Blake Baker is staying on Lane Kiffin's staff, the head coach confirmed. Matt Zenitz with CBS Sports reported Baker was passing on multiple head coaching positions to stay. Kiffin responded, confirming that he couldn't... more »

• Lane Kiffin cancels appearance on GameDay, says he's 'finishing some things out' with players, coach

  December 5, 2025 10:00 PM

  BATON ROUGE - After being scheduled to appear on College GameDay this Saturday for the SEC Championship game, Lane Kiffin reversed course and canceled his appearance. On Twitter/X Friday night, Kiffin responded to a recruiting post about No. 1 overall recruit Lamar Brown , saying that he "had to... more »

• Developer charged with theft, bank fraud tied to $11 million Scotlandville development project

  December 5, 2025 4:14 PM

  BATON ROUGE - State officials charged a developer for an affordable housing project near Scotland Avenue with multiple financial crimes, court records show. Bradley Brown was charged with felony theft over $25,000, three counts of bank fraud, illegal transmission of monetary funds, money laundering and filing false public records.... more »

• Judge dismisses lawsuit over exotic pigeon biting child at Baton Rouge Zoo

  December 5, 2025 3:43 PM

  BATON ROUGE - A judge dismissed a lawsuit against BREC after an exotic pigeon nearly bit off a toddler's finger at the Baton Rouge Zoo, court records show. The lawsuit, filed by Jessi and Urian “Ryan” Clements in 2023, said on Jan. 26, 2022, a Victoria crowned pigeon attacked... more »

• Pat's Coats for Kids distributes thousands of coats to keep kids warm Play Video

  December 5, 2025 2:09 PM

  BATON ROUGE - As distribution day for Pat's Coats for Kids started Friday, school counselors arrived early as they picked up thousands of coats for students. For 38 years, Pat's Coats for Kids has been dedicated to keeping children warm. Spearheaded by WBRZ's long-time weatherman, Pat Shingleton, the program... more »

• Lane Kiffin to appear on College GameDay this weekend in Atlanta Play Video

  December 4, 2025 3:34 PM

  BATON ROUGE - LSU head coach Lane Kiffin is set to appear on College GameDay this Saturday ahead of the SEC Championship game. The official LSU football account posted that Kiffin would make an appearance in Atlanta. Coach Kiffin will head to Atlanta for an appearance on... more »

• 'Mistletoe and Moss' held as part of Louisiana Lights on Tuesday night Play Video

  December 3, 2025 10:58 PM

  BATON ROUGE - A special event known as "Mistletoe and Moss" was held at the Burden Museum and Gardens as part of the Louisiana Lights. Capital area vendors set up shop inside the light show to offer people the chance to get holiday shopping done. Louisiana Lights runs Wednesday... more »

• Port Allen begins its holiday celebration with Christmas tree lighting Play Video

  December 3, 2025 10:46 PM

  PORT ALLEN - The city of Port Allen started their countdown to Christmas with a tree lighting on Wednesday night. Those with the city say people look forward to the event each year. Dozens gathered at the city's train depot to see lights and decorations. Port Allen's mayor,... more »

• Tangipahoa deputies: Five arrested in Hammond after green fentanyl, opioids found in home Play Video

  December 3, 2025 9:41 PM

  HAMMOND - Five people were arrested after a search lead to green fentanyl and opioids being found in homes with children, the Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office said. Deputies said they began investigating suspicious activity at two mobile homes on Hood Road in Hammond. Deputies, alongside Hammond Police and the... more »

• Hammond PD: Man arrested for human trafficking in Hammond, had warrants in East Baton Rouge Play Video

  December 3, 2025 5:18 PM

  HAMMOND - The Hammond Police Department arrested a man they say posed as a hypnotist while trafficking women from out of state and using businesses to promote prostitution. Steven Bates, 58, of Farmersville, California had applied for occupational licenses for multiple locations in Hammond. Investigators found female employees who... more »

• State Fire Marshal: Loranger woman arrested for intentionally setting mobile home on fire Play Video

  December 3, 2025 4:16 PM

  LORANGER - The Office of the State Fire Marshal said a woman was arrested after setting a mobile home with people inside on fire. April Delaney, 45, was charged with aggravated arson after a residence caught fire Wednesday on Gliderport Road. Two people inside the mobile home escaped safety... more »

• Holiday train makes stop in Gonzales on Tuesday night Play Video

  December 2, 2025 11:39 PM

  GONZALES - The Canadian Pacific Kansas City holiday train made a stop in Gonzales on Tuesday night. Plenty of families lined the tracks along East Ascension Street to watch live performances from country music stars Dylan Marlowe and Emily Ann Roberts. Organizers also collected canned goods to support... more »

• Port Allen Police investigating after person struck with beer bottle during bar fight

  December 2, 2025 6:17 PM

  PORT ALLEN - The Port Allen Police Department is investigating a bar fight where they say someone was struck with a beer bottle. Police say they were dispatched to the French Quarter Bar and Daiquiri at 10:51 p.m. on Nov. 29 after a suspect struck a victim with... more »

• Denham Springs Police: Man dead after being struck by vehicle on Florida Boulevard Play Video

  December 2, 2025 4:22 PM

  DENHAM SPRINGS - A man died after being struck by a vehicle on Florida Boulevard, officials told WBRZ. The Denham Springs Police Department responded around 1:50 p.m. to a crash on Florida Boulevard at Eugene Street. The pedestrian struck was taken to the hospital with injuries; emergency officials said... more »

• Hammond Police: One dead after shooting at salon, suspect in custody Play Video

  November 29, 2025 8:42 PM

  HAMMOND - One person is dead after a Saturday evening shooting at a hair salon, the Hammond Police Department said. Hammond Police said they responded to a report of a shooting at a hair salon on the west side of town at 5:15 p.m. Officials said the victim, 18-year-old... more »

• Report: LSU sending planes to Oxford for Lane Kiffin, his family as parties try to solidify deal Play Video

  November 29, 2025 10:57 AM

  BATON ROUGE - LSU officials are sending planes to Oxford on Sunday for Lane Kiffin and his family as the two sides try to solidify a deal, Yahoo Sports' Ross Dellenger said. Dellenger reported that LSU and Kiffin's representatives held a call after LSU played Oklahoma. According to ESPN's... more »

• Friday PM Forecast: multiple rounds of rain Saturday night through Tuesday Play Video

  November 28, 2025 3:55 PM

  After a stretch of cool, calm, and dry days, our weather pattern is about to get more active. A series of fast-moving storm systems will slide across the Gulf South beginning this weekend, bringing several rounds of rain and largely steady, chilly temperatures from night to day. Weekend: mostly... more »

• REPORT: Tulane Head Coach Jon Sumrall could be in play for LSU's open position depending on Kiffin

  November 28, 2025 3:20 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Tulane head football coach Jon Sumrall could be a top candidate for LSU's open position depending on Ole Miss head coach Lane Kiffin's decision, On3 Sports' Pete Nakos said. On3 reported that Florida was pursuing Sumrall with Kiffin choosing between LSU and Ole Miss; however, Nakos... more »

• Tuesday PM Forecast: much cooler air moving into Capital Area Play Video

  November 25, 2025 4:14 PM

  Once a cold front pushes through Tuesday night, get ready for a major wardrobe change! Relatively cooler air initially will turn to chilly conditions by Thanksgiving. Wednesday: high clouds, much less muggy Thanksgiving, Black Friday: cool and dry Weekend: turning unsettled again Tonight... more »

• WATCH: Frank Wilson speaks to media ahead of LSU's final game of season in Oklahoma Play Video

  November 24, 2025 6:47 AM

  BATON ROUGE — LSU's tumultuous regular season is coming to a close. The 7-4 Tigers, fresh off a 13-10 victory over Western Kentucky in Death Valley, are heading to Norman to face the Oklahoma Sooners on Saturday. Interim coach Frank Wilson spoke to the media about the final... more »

• 'This is why I love Nick Saban!': Gov. Landry responds to Nick Saban's Lane Kiffin commentary

  November 22, 2025 6:11 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Governor Jeff Landry responded on social media after Nick Saban called Lane Kiffin's decision whether to leave Ole Miss a "college football conundrum" on College Gameday. Saban criticized the college football landscape with Kiffin considering leaving prior to Ole Miss making a potential playoff run. The... more »

• Man arrested for murder after body found behind Triangle Food Market off of Scenic Highway Play Video

  November 22, 2025 4:27 PM

  BATON ROUGE - A man was arrested for second-degree murder after a body was found behind Triangle Food Market off Scenic Highway in September. DeAndre Swayzer, 36, was arrested after James Lee Critney, 25, was found dead with a gunshot wound behind the store. Video from the scene... more »

• REPORT: LSU to offer Lane Kiffin nearly $90 million in next contract, over $25 million in roster cash

  November 21, 2025 10:08 PM

  BATON ROUGE - LSU is set to offer nearly $90 million to Ole Miss Head Coach Lane Kiffin with over $25 million annually for roster cash, Yahoo Sports' Ross Dellenger reported. Yahoo Sports said the contract offer, while not finalized, is set for a seven-year, incentive laden deal worth... more »

• Gov. Landry extends state of emergency to repair Camp J at Angola Play Video

  November 21, 2025 6:04 PM

  ANGOLA - Governor Jeff Landry issued an executive order declaring a state of emergency to repair Camp J at Louisiana State Penitentiary. In September , Landry said the camp would house ICE detainees, specifically the "worst of the worst" criminals. In the order, Landry said that "Camp J... more »

• Ole Miss athletic director says Lane Kiffin decision expected following Egg Bowl next Saturday Play Video

  November 21, 2025 4:33 PM

  OXFORD, Miss. - Ole Miss' athletic director issued a statement Friday saying football head coach Lane Kiffin's decision on whether he leaves the program will come following their game versus Mississippi State. Kiffin has been connected to LSU and Florida's open head coaching decisions; Athletic Director Keith Carter said... more »

• LSU Museum of Art shows versions of 'Blue Dog' painting painted outside of vet school Play Video

  November 20, 2025 11:37 PM

  BATON ROUGE - The LSU Museum of Art received some help adding new paintings to one of their exhibits. Animal loves crowded outside of the LSU Vet School to create their own version of George Rodrigue's famous "Blue Dog." The paintings will complement the museum's "Bayou State of Mind... more »

• LDEQ holds public meeting about ammonia plant in Ascension Parish Play Video

  November 20, 2025 11:27 PM

  DONALDSONVILLE - The Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality held a public meeting on the plans to build an ammonia plant in Ascension Parish. C.F. Industries leads the project that will be built along the river at the site of the new industrial park. The DEQ presented some of the... more »

• EBRSO: One person injured in shooting on Hanks Drive Play Video

  November 20, 2025 10:59 PM

  BATON ROUGE - One person was injured in a shooting on Hanks Drive, the East Baton Rouge Sheriff's Office said. EBRSO said they responded around 9:06 p.m. to shots fired in the 6000 block of Hanks Drive and one person was shot. Officials say it appears multiple people fired... more »

• EBR Parish Attorney requests more funding with budget cuts looming Play Video

  November 20, 2025 10:05 PM

  BATON ROUGE - East Baton Rouge Parish Attorney Gregory Rome pled his case to the Metro Council on Thursday to find more funding for his department. As part of the cuts, the parish attorney's office could lose between eight and sixteen lawyers. Council members suggested possibly offsetting costs with... more »

• 'Poinsettias and Prosecco' held by LSU Ag Center Botanic Gardens Play Video

  November 19, 2025 10:45 PM

  BATON ROUGE - The LSU Ag Center Botanic Gardens are welcoming the holidays with their "Poinsettias and Prosecco" event on Wednesday night. Several people walked through the Windrush Gardens to enjoy live music alongside food, drinks and desserts around Baton Rouge. There was also an early look at the... more »

• EBR Students of the Year Awards held at McKinley Middle Magnet Play Video

  November 19, 2025 10:31 PM

  BATON ROUGE - The East Baton Rouge School System hosted the EBR Students of the Year Awards in the Lynn Whitfield Theatre at McKinley Middle Magnet School on Wednesday night. The ceremony acknowledged students across the parish; those students were Jace Williams, Bryan Gosa, Olivia Peng, Lucy Thomas and... more »

• Video shows horses with riders going through Abbeville Walmart Play Video

  November 19, 2025 5:47 PM

  ABBEVILLE - Video on social media showed horse riders going into an Abbeville Walmart on Sunday. The video showed multiple riders inside the front area of the store near the in-store Subway. According to KADN , the incident is believed to be connected to a trail ride that... more »

• Baker man federally indicted for creating, possessing child porn; previously sentenced for trafficking Play Video

  November 19, 2025 5:22 PM

  BAKER - A Baker man who was previously sentenced for human trafficking was federally indicted for production and possession of child pornography, the United States Department of Justice said. Kevontae Reed, 30, allegedly employed, used, persuaded, induced, enticed, and coerced a minor child to engage in sexually explicit conduct... more »

• Tangipahoa deputies: Man wanted on multiple felony warrants arrested following high-speed pursuit Play Video

  November 19, 2025 4:42 PM

  BAPTIST - Tangipahoa deputies arrested a wanted suspect following a high-speed pursuit through two parishes and drugs being recovered from the suspect's car, deputies said. The Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office said Donza Ashton, 31, was recognized by a Tangipahoa deputy in Baptiste as a someone wanted on multiple outstanding... more »

• CMA Awards airing on WBRZ; Zachary woman wins free tickets to attend show honoring country music Play Video

  November 19, 2025 11:38 AM

  NASHVILLE — The 59th Annual CMA Awards are Wednesday night on Channel 2. The award show, honoring the past year in country music, will air on WBRZ at 7 p.m. Louisiana native Lainey Wilson is returning to host the show. A Zachary woman, Brianna Willis, won a free... more »

• Southern University's Human Jukebox among finalists for HBCU Band of the Year Play Video

  November 18, 2025 10:18 PM

  BATON ROUGE - The Southern University Marching Band was named a finalist for the ESPN HBCU Band of the Year, according to HBCU Gameday. Two Division I schools, Southern's Human Jukebox and Florida A&M's Marching 100 were selected; there were also two Division II bands, Miles College's Purple Marching... more »

• Representative Chad Brown to become commissioner of Louisiana ATC Play Video

  November 18, 2025 6:20 PM

  BATON ROUGE - State Representative Chad Brown is becoming the commissioner of the Louisiana Office of Alcohol and Tobacco Control under Governor Jeff Landry. Brown, a Democrat who represented Plaquemine, is expected to resign from his seat to take the position; the Louisiana House website currently lists his seat... more »

• DHS plans to deploy 250 border agents to Louisiana in major immigration sweep, AP sources say Play Video

  November 18, 2025 5:32 PM

  NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Around 250 federal border agents are set to descend on New Orleans in the coming weeks for a two-month immigration crackdown dubbed “Swamp Sweep” that aims to arrest roughly 5,000 people across southeast Louisiana and into Mississippi, according to documents obtained by The Associated Press and... more »

• LSU announces afternoon kickoff for final game of regular season against Oklahoma Play Video

  November 17, 2025 1:11 PM

  NORMAN, Okla. — LSU and Oklahoma close the regular season with an afternoon kickoff in Norman, Oklahoma. The Tigers and the Sooners will play at 2:30 p.m. at the Gaylord Family - Oklahoma Memorial Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 29. The game will be broadcast on either ESPN or... more »

• Crash on I-10 near Acadian Thruway leaves vehicle overturned blocking two right lanes

  November 16, 2025 9:12 AM

  BATON ROUGE - A Sunday morning crash has left two right lanes on I-10 Westbound near Acadian Thruway blocked off. The crash left one vehicle overturned, blocking the middle and right lanes on I-10, according to the Baton Rouge Police Department. The blockage begins near the downtown exit... more »

• Fundraiser for pancreatic cancer held Friday night Play Video

  November 14, 2025 10:00 PM

  BATON ROUGE — The Elvin Howard Senior Pancreatic Cancer Advocacy Foundation held its ninth annual fundraiser Friday night at Boudreaux's Fine Catering. The event was packed with fun, from live entertainment to a silent auction. Howard was a beloved employee at WBRZ, and his family is behind the... more »

• Company holds professional summit for Southern Ag students on best practices to get a job Play Video

  November 14, 2025 9:59 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Southern University's agriculture students got a chance to work on professional development Friday morning. A company called Drax held a professional summit to guide students on the best practices for getting a job. Drax is an international leader in sustainable energy who recruits students and also... more »

• REPORT: LSU QB Garrett Nussmeier not likely to play versus Arkansas due to abdominal injury

  November 14, 2025 9:22 PM

  BATON ROUGE - LSU quarterback Garrett Nussmeier is not likely to play against Arkansas tomorrow after his availability was downgraded to questionable due to a nagging abdominal injury, ESPN's Pete Thamel said. Nussmeier was downgraded from probable to questionable on the SEC availability report on Friday. Backup Michael... more »

• No decision made at hearing for suspended Southern professor's Charlie Kirk comments Play Video

  November 14, 2025 8:20 PM

  BATON ROUGE -- Board Members at Southern University Law Center held a hearing Friday to decide if Professor Kelly Carmena can keep her job. However, Southern says that a decision on that was not made at that hearing. The university suspended Carmena in September following a controversial post she... more »

• INVESTIGATIVE: One stalking victim's mother speaks after man kills woman, sets himself on fire Play Video

  November 14, 2025 5:43 PM

  BATON ROUGE -- A man with a history of stalking and violating protective orders was able to get out on a $2,500 bond after allegedly beating his most recent girlfriend. A week later, Baton Rouge police say he killed her. BRPD says Steven Heinrich, 28, stabbed Stasy Charles, 23,... more »

• Man accused of stabbing woman to death before setting himself on fire dies Play Video

  November 14, 2025 5:26 PM

  BATON ROUGE - A man suspected of stabbing a woman to death before setting himself on fire early Thursday morning died as a result of his injuries, officials said. BRPD said Steven Heinrich Jr. fatally stabbed 23-year-old Stasy Charles at the 12000 block of Old Hammond Highway before getting... more »

• Baton Rouge Police arrests suspect after pursuit; police say truck was tied to earlier shooting Play Video

  November 14, 2025 5:13 PM

  BATON ROUGE - The Baton Rouge Police Department arrested a man after a pursuit of a truck police believed was tied to an earlier shooting. Garren Jordan, 22, was arrested last Friday on Government Street. Officers recovered marijuana, two digital scales, cash and a rifle from his vehicle. ... more »

• Documents reveal how Berwick inmate escaped previously Play Video

  November 14, 2025 4:49 PM

  BERWICK - Investigators have been searching for an escaped inmate from a jail in St. Mary Parish, and documents reveal the escapee, Cecil Stratton, has done it before at two separate facilities in the state. As the search continues, new documents reveal how Stratton’s history may have contributed to... more »

• Man arrested for attempted murder, drive-by shooting off Plank Road after argument with ex-girlfriend Play Video

  November 14, 2025 4:00 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Police arrested a man for attempted first-degree murder and assault by drive-by shooting off Plank Road after an argument with his ex-girlfriend, arrest records show. Carlos Butler, 23, was wanted after allegedly shooting at a home of a neighbor who tried to diffuse an argument between... more »

• Veteran receives surprise from Pelican Roofing Play Video

  November 13, 2025 7:37 PM

  BATON ROUGE - A veteran got a surprise today from Pelican Roofing through their veterans roof giveaway program. Brandon Gautier was selected to receive a free roof from the company. He served four deployments in Afghanistan and Iraq. A traumatic brain injury suffered after an explosion ended his... more »

• Hearing to be held Friday for suspended Southern law professor after alleged Charlie Kirk comments Play Video

  November 13, 2025 7:07 PM

  BATON ROUGE - A hearing will be held Friday afternoon for a Southern University law professor who was suspended following comments she reportedly made on social media about conservative political commentator Charlie Kirk being shot to death. The Southern University Law Center Office of Academic Affairs is holding a... more »

• EBR teachers getting free meals from Empire Wingz Play Video

  November 13, 2025 6:06 PM

  BATON ROUGE - The Baton Rouge business, Empire Wingz, announced that they will be feeding EBR teachers for free on Fridays. The Owner of Empire Wings, Vic Smith, will travel to two schools every Friday for the remainder of the school year. He says he wanted to do something... more »

• BRPD: 23-year-old dead after stabbing on Old Hammond Highway, suspect set himself on fire Play Video

  November 13, 2025 4:48 PM

  BATON ROUGE - The Baton Rouge Police Department said a 23-year-old woman died due to a stabbing on Old Hammond Highway, with the suspect setting himself on fire afterward. Police said they responded around 2:13 a.m. Thursday to Stasy Charles, 23, lying in the parking lot in the 12000... more »

• Governor Landry says seniors, disabled recipients could get 'a little extra' in SNAP funds Play Video

  November 13, 2025 4:21 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Governor Jeff Landry shared Thursday that seniors and disabled recipients could get extra SNAP funds this months because of the benefits the state already distributed. In an interview with WBOK , Landry said those recipients may see a slight increase in funds because "their governor and... more »

• LSU confirms start date for university president, executive vice president Play Video

  November 13, 2025 3:23 PM

  BATON ROUGE - LSU confirmed the start date for its new university president and executive vice president on Thursday. According to the school, LSU President Wade Rousse and Vice President James T. Dalton will have their first day on Monday, November 17. Rousse and Dalton were named to... more »

• Officials work house fire in Morgan City on Wednesday morning

  November 12, 2025 10:47 PM

  MORGAN CITY - The Morgan City Fire Department worked a house fire on Marshall Street Wednesday morning, officials said. The fire department said smoke could be seen from as far as Patterson. No injuries resulted from the fire. more »

• Metro Council approves tax rebate for 2026 Tiger Stadium concerts Play Video

  November 12, 2025 9:42 PM

  BATON ROUGE - The Metro Council approved a resolution Wednesday that would give a rebate on ticket sales and concessions at two 2026 Tiger Stadium concerts in an effort to have two prominent music artists perform. The concerts are expected to bring in millions of dollars in ticket sales... more »

• Central Fire Department holds ribbon cutting ceremony for new station Play Video

  November 12, 2025 8:52 PM

  BATON ROUGE - The Central Fire Department held a ribbon cutting ceremony for a new station off Greenwell Springs Road on Wednesday morning. The department outgrew the old Station 33 and needed to expand to accommodate more firefighters and equipment. Central Mayor Wade Evans also hopes it will improve... more »

• State of the art technology in Baton Rouge helping to detect lung cancer earlier Play Video

  November 12, 2025 6:45 PM

  BATON ROUGE - November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month, and with it has come remarkable stories about people battling the disease and ways technology has improved detection. On Wednesday, in front of the Louisiana State Capitol, WBRZ got the chance to meet Chris Hebert, a Louisiana man battling stage... more »

• State Fire Marshal to change inspection protocol following New Roads Ferris wheel accident Play Video

  November 12, 2025 6:25 PM

  NEW ROADS - State Fire Marshal Bryan Adams wants sweeping changes made to how carnival rides are inspected in Louisiana. The push follows an accident at the Harvest Festival in New Roads in which two girls were seriously injured after being dumped 20 feet from a Ferris wheel. ... more »

• Officials looking for missing 16-year-old from Baton Rouge last seen in October Play Video

  November 12, 2025 5:33 PM

  BATON ROUGE - The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children is seeking assistance in locating a missing 16-year-old from Baton Rouge. Haylie Brion Bell was last seen at her home in Baton Rouge on Oct. 15, where she was living with her grandmother. She’s described as 5-foot-5,... more »

• Gender reveal held for three new African lion cubs at Audubon Zoo Play Video

  November 12, 2025 5:11 PM

  NEW ORLEANS - The Audubon Zoo held a gender reveal for three new African lion cubs on Wednesday. The cubs, which are the first that Audubon Zoo have raised, were born on Oct. 19 from their mom, Kali. The zoo said there are two girl cubs and one boy... more »

• LSP: Man shot by Tangipahoa deputy in Tickfaw after barricading self, producing firearm

  November 12, 2025 4:42 PM

  TICKFAW - Louisiana State Police gave an update on a deputy-involved shooting that took place Tuesday , saying the injured person barricaded himself and produced a firearm prior to being shot. LSP said that around 2:30 p.m., Tangipahoa deputies received a call about a man threatening self-harm on Waltrip... more »

• Assumption deputies: Woman arrested for distributing fentanyl Play Video

  November 12, 2025 4:24 PM

  NAPOLEONVILLE - Deputies arrested a woman on Wednesday for distributing fentanyl, the Assumption Parish Sheriff's Office said. Alexis. L. Gros, 30, was arrested as part of Operation "Fresh Catch," with agents determining Gros trafficked drugs through Assumption Parish. She was arrested in St. Mary Parish on local chargers and... more »

• Former La. House Speaker Clay Schexnayder indicted after disappearance of state artifact Play Video

  November 12, 2025 3:56 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Former Louisiana House Speaker Clay Schexnayder was indicted by a Baton Rouge grand jury Wednesday following the disappearance of an ancient cypress board that is considered a state artifact. The board was last seen in his Gonzales legislative office; Schexnayder was charged with felony grand theft... more »

• BREC Interim Superintendent issues statement after employee's termination overturned Play Video

  November 12, 2025 3:34 PM

  BATON ROUGE - BREC Interim Superintendent Janet Simmons issued a statement after an employee's termination was overturned Tuesday night. Tonya Gordon Smith said she was fired because she refused what she called improper payment orders. Smith, who worked at BREC, said she refused to process payments that violated department... more »

• Water source found, blighted property to be secured Play Video

  November 12, 2025 1:56 PM

  BATON ROUGE - The Baton Rouge Water Company was called out to a reported water leak last week following a 2 On Your Side story. They were able to find the source of the leak and shut off the water. It was a property owner on Wayne Drive who... more »

• Experts show concern over AI misuse after student allegedly made explicit images of other students Play Video

  November 11, 2025 11:17 PM

  BATON ROUGE - The Lafourche Parish Sheriff's Office is charging a middle school student with allegedly sharing explicit photos of other students created by artificial intelligence. Since the story broke, there have been plenty of questions surrounding AI use, including who can be held responsible in a case where... more »

• Garden Club of CCLA creates 'Blue Star Monument' at community park Play Video

  November 11, 2025 11:01 PM

  BATON ROUGE - The Garden Club of CCLA created the "Blue Star Monument" at CCLA Community Park on Saint Claire Drive to honor veterans and create a learning experience. Organizers had brick walls built to hang plaques with veterans' names listed on them. An organizer said the club was... more »

• LSP: One person injured in Tickfaw deputy-involved shooting, State Police investigating Play Video

  November 11, 2025 10:08 PM

  TICKFAW - One person was injured in a shooting on Waltrip Lane involving a Tangipahoa Parish, troopers said. LSP said that one person was shot and taken to the hospital for treatment; no deputies were harmed during the incident. Troopers were requested to investigate by the Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's... more »

• American Legion Post 58 hosts seafood luncheon at LSU Lod Cook Alumni Center for Veterans Day Play Video

  November 11, 2025 10:02 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Veteran's Day celebrations around the capital area included the American Legion Post 58 hosting its annual Veteran's Appreciation Day with a seafood luncheon at LSU's Lod Cook Alumni Center. It began with each branch of the military getting recognized and members asked to stand while their... more »

• BREC committee recommends employee be reinstated after she appealed termination Play Video

  November 11, 2025 9:27 PM

  BATON ROUGE - The BREC Human Resource Complaint Resolution Committee recommended that BREC should overturn an employee's termination Tuesday following multiple hearings. Tonya Gordon Smith said she was fired because she refused what she called improper payment orders. Smith, who worked at BREC, said she refused to process payments... more »

• Metro Council to vote on tax rebate for 2026 Tiger Stadium concerts Play Video

  November 11, 2025 6:00 PM

  BATON ROUGE - The Metro Council is set to vote on a resolution that would give a rebate on ticket sales and concessions at two 2026 Tiger Stadium concerts in an effort to have two prominent music artists perform. The resolution, which is on the agenda for Wednesday's Metro... more »

• Ascension Schools: Student found with airsoft gun at Lakeside Primary Play Video

  November 11, 2025 5:30 PM

  PRAIRIEVILLE - A student brought an airsoft gun to Lakeside Primary School on Tuesday, Ascension Schools said in a letter to parents. The letter was sent at 10 a.m. on Tuesday saying that the student was found in possession of an airsoft gun, and that staff took immediate action.... more »

• TEAM 2 TRAFFIC: Officials working crash blocking Siegen Lane at Perkins Road

  November 11, 2025 5:17 PM

  ST. GEORGE - Officials are working a crash that is blocking Siegen Lane at Perkins Road, the St. George Fire Department said. Fire crews are on scene and emergency officials said no one was taken to the hospital. Drivers are advised to avoid the area at this time. ... more »

• Slidell Police: Grandmother arrested after 5-year-old struck, killed by vehicle Play Video

  November 11, 2025 4:37 PM

  SLIDELL - A 55-year-old woman was arrested for vehicular homicide after running over and killing her 5-year-old grandchild as she left her driveway, the Slidell Police Department said. Police said that Tuesday morning around 7 a.m., they responded to a call regarding a vehicle striking a small child at... more »