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• 5 accused of malfeasance in Mamou, Ville Platte, Opelousas; troopers allege misuse of state database Play Video

  April 7, 2026 4:29 PM

  VILLE PLATTE — Four law enforcement officials and a mayor were booked Tuesday on criminal charges, State Police said. Those arrested were Mayor Ryan Williams, 40, police Sgt. Darrien Guillory, 33, and communications officer Chasessica Basco, 41, of Ville Platte; Mamou Police Chief Charles "Pat" Hall, 53; and Opelousas... more »

• Woman charged with taking contraband to penal institution following theft arrest Play Video

  April 6, 2026 3:06 PM

  PLAQUEMINE — The Iberville Parish Sheriff's Office charged a woman with taking contraband to a penal institution following her arrest at a Walgreens on Saturday. According to deputies, 38-year-old Brittany Hollins was arrested outside a Walgreens for a previous warrant in relation to a theft. Upon her arrival... more »

• Labadieville man arrested for theft following disturbance complaint in Assumption Parish Play Video

  April 6, 2026 1:25 PM

  LABADIEVILLE — A man was arrested for theft following an investigation into a disturbance complaint, the Assumption Parish Sheriff's Office announced on Monday. According to the sheriff's office, deputies arrived at the scene on Thursday to find 20-year-old Dashawn Jonte Breaux of Labadieville, who was wanted for the unlawful... more »

• Former Livingston public works director accused of using town funds to buy vehicle parts and settle debt Play Video

  April 6, 2026 12:31 PM

  LIVINGSTON — Investigative auditors said the Town of Livingston's former public works director allegedly used the town's funds to pay for vehicle parts and settle a personal debt. According to the Louisiana Legislative Auditor, former public works director Patrick Bell approved the purchase of $1,624 in vehicle parts in... more »

• Drug bust in St. Martin's Parish leads to the seizure of multiple marijuana plants

  April 3, 2026 6:52 PM

  BREAUX BRIDGE — A drug bust in St. Martin Parish led to the seizure of several marijuana plants, according to the St. Martin Parish Sheriff's Office. According to deputies, the plants were recovered following the execution of a search warrant on Leger Road after the sheriff's office received information... more »

• Federal judge ends direct oversight of special education in Orleans Parish

  April 3, 2026 1:20 PM

  NEW ORLEANS — More than a decade of federal oversight of special education in New Orleans charter schools has ended. This week, U.S. District Judge Jay Zainey terminated a sweeping consent judgment that went into effect in early 2015. That consent judgment resulted from a class-action lawsuit filed by... more »

• East Baton Rouge Sheriff's Office asks for help identifying theft suspect Play Video

  March 30, 2026 1:27 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Detectives with the East Baton Rouge Sheriff's Office are asking the public for help in identifying a man wanted in connection with multiple thefts. Investigators believe the man is responsible for multiple felony thefts at various specialty retail stores throughout East Baton Rouge Parish. Anyone... more »

• Assumption Parish deputies make arrest in 2023 car theft case

  March 26, 2026 3:31 PM

  PAINCOURTVILLE — Deputies arrested a man for breaking into one car and stealing another near Paincourtville in 2023, the Assumption Parish Sheriff's Office said Thursday. Deputies responded to a vehicle theft call at a home along La. 70 near the intersection of La. 3127 on July 26, 2023. When... more »

• Coroner identifies 68-year-old woman who died in Springfield apartment fire Play Video

  March 24, 2026 1:24 PM

  SPRINGFIELD — The Livingston Parish Coroner's Office has identified a woman who died in a Springfield apartment fire. Sandra Pine, 68, died after a fire broke out in her apartment along Blood River Road on Sunday night . While the exact cause has not yet been released, the... more »

• Funeral held for former deputy who died following a car crash on Angola prison grounds Play Video

  March 23, 2026 2:17 PM

  NEW ROADS — The funeral for a former Pointe Coupee Parish deputy who died in a car crash on Angola grounds took place on Monday at the New Life Worship Center in New Roads. Tyler Grezaffi , 27, died in a crash on Wednesday when her vehicle went off... more »

• Couple accused of shooting restaurant worker over order dispute booked into EBR Parish Prison Play Video

  March 20, 2026 7:20 PM

  BATON ROUGE — A couple arrested in Houston as fugitives was booked into the East Baton Rouge Parish Prison on Friday after the boyfriend allegedly shot a Baton Rouge restaurant owner over an order dispute in February. According to arrest warrants, on Feb. 2, 18-year-old Daylin Woods and 21-year-old... more »

• Rideshare driver accused of killing Baton Rouge woman in crash booked into St. John the Baptist Parish jail Play Video

  March 20, 2026 1:14 PM

  BATON ROUGE — A rideshare driver from Ponchatoula, who allegedly killed a Baton Rouge woman in a head-on crash while driving drunk, was booked into the St. John the Baptist Parish Jail on Thursday. According to the Louisiana State Police, 30-year-old Manmeet Singh was driving while intoxicated along Interstate... more »

• Kentucky man arrested for kidnapping Zachary teen booked into East Baton Rouge Parish Prison Play Video

  March 20, 2026 12:04 PM

  ZACHARY — As of Friday morning, a Kentucky man who was arrested after allegedly kidnapping a 17-year-old from Zachary was formally booked into the East Baton Rouge Parish Prison. Detectives with the Zachary Police Department were notified about the missing teen on Tuesday, and later learned that the teenager... more »

• Ascension Parish man who barricaded himself inside Gonzales home arrested Play Video

  March 19, 2026 1:56 PM

  GONZALES — A man who barricaded himself inside a home in a Gonzales neighborhood Thursday was taken into custody after an hours-long standoff. Special units responded to a person who barricaded themselves in their home around 12 p.m., the Ascension Parish Sheriff's Office said. APSO said Keenan Brown... more »

• Mayor-President Sid Edwards' office addresses homelessness in East Baton Rouge Parish Play Video

  March 18, 2026 6:44 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Mayor-President Sid Edwards has made reducing homelessness a priority, boasting on social media of major reductions in homelessness throughout the city. In January 2025, Matthew Edwards started working as a coordinator for the Mayor's Office of Homelessness Prevention. "Ultimately, we're just trying to help these... more »

• Inmate dies in EBR Parish Prison five days after entering following a probation violation Play Video

  March 18, 2026 5:37 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Sheriff's officials say an inmate who entered the East Baton Rouge Parish Prison this month on a probation revocation was dead less than a week later. Tre'deon Hilliard, 21, was booked March 7 after the 19th Judicial Court revoked his probation for possession of a firearm... more »

• Rapper Mystikal pleads guilty to third-degree rape; sentence will be capped at 20 years Play Video

  March 17, 2026 4:24 PM

  GONZALES - Louisiana-based rapper Mystikal pleaded guilty of third-degree rape on Tuesday. The rapper, whose real name is Michael Tyler, was accused of beating, choking and robbing a woman at his Ascension Parish home in 2022. The victim said Tyler took her keys and phone so she couldn't leave.... more »

• DEMCO customers in Pumpkin Center experiencing power outage due to downed wires Play Video

  March 17, 2026 11:31 AM

  PUMPKIN CENTER — DEMCO customers in Pumpkin Center lost power due to downed wires Tuesday morning, the company said. An outage map shows affected homes off of Pumpkin Center Road. DEMCO said about 234 people lost power around 5 a.m. The company attributed the outage to downed wires... more »

• Zachary teenager reported missing found in Oklahoma; one man arrested for alleged kidnapping Play Video

  March 17, 2026 10:23 AM

  ZACHARY — A 17-year-old from Zachary was found safe after being reported missing earlier this week, Louisiana State Police said, and reports say a Kentucky man was arrested for allegedly kidnapping her. Zachary Police Chief, Darryl Lawrence says detectives were notified about the missing teen on Tuesday. Lawrence says... more »

• East Baton Rouge Parish Library builds new community tool to teach residents about parish operations Play Video

  March 16, 2026 2:54 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Residents in East Baton Rouge Parish were invited to a series of free community sessions where residents can help shape a community tool meant to help residents understand how the parish operates. Data Samurai, in partnership with the East Baton Rouge Parish Library, is building a... more »

• Inmate death reported at East Feliciana Parish Prison Play Video

  March 16, 2026 12:23 PM

  CLINTON — The East Feliciana Parish Sheriff's Office revealed the identity of an inmate who died at the East Feliciana Parish Prison on Monday. According to the sheriff's office, 45-year-old Raymond Gerard Dunn of Jackson was discovered unresponsive in his cell around 6:48 a.m. on March 13. Emergency... more »

• Hammond police arrest man wanted on murder charges Play Video

  March 16, 2026 6:13 AM

  HAMMOND — Hammond police arrested a man early Monday morning who was wanted in connection with a Friday morning murder. According to police, Trevion Ferguson, 27, went to a Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office substation along Club Deluxe Road for questioning on Sunday related to a murder that happened in... more »

• Labadieville man arrested on multiple felony child-related sex crimes, Assumption deputies say Play Video

  March 13, 2026 4:49 PM

  LABADIEVILLE — A Labadieville man was arrested on Friday on multiple felony child-related sex crimes following an investigation by the Assumption Parish Sheriff's Office. According to the sheriff's office, the investigation began after deputies received a referral from the Department of Children and Family Services regarding the possible sexual... more »

• Former East Baton Rouge Parish School Superintendent being considered for CEO of Chicago Public Schools

  March 13, 2026 3:14 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Former East Baton Rouge Parish School Superintendent Dr. Narcisse is in the running to be the next CEO of Chicago Public Schools, according to the Chicago Board of Education. The board said more than 100 candidates applied nationwide, with the current names being considered for the... more »

• West Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office warns residents of scammers pretending to be deputies Play Video

  March 13, 2026 1:56 PM

  ADDIS — The West Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office warned residents on Friday about a scam involving scammers claiming to be deputies, asking for money. According to deputies, scammers claiming to be with the West Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office are contacting residents about a missing court date and... more »

• Tangipahoa deputies arrest man accused of holding woman captive for more than 24 hours Play Video

  March 13, 2026 1:30 PM

  UNEEDUS — The Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office arrested a man on Friday, accused of kidnapping a woman. According to deputies, 30-year-old Brice Anthony kidnapped a woman on Tuesday who had a protective order against him. Anthony allegedly held the woman against her will for more than 24 hours, during... more »

• Iberville Parish Library hosts Gray Monkey Parade Play Video

  March 13, 2026 11:39 AM

  PLAQUEMINE — The Iberville Parish Library celebrated its Gray Monkey Parade on Friday in Plaquemine. This is the 80th year the parade has taken place, with the Iberville Parish Library system hosting the parade for 41 years. The theme for this year's parade was "Plant a Seed, Read,"... more »

• St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office searching for missing 33-year-old Folsom man

  March 13, 2026 10:01 AM

  FOLSOM — The St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's help in locating a missing 33-year-old man. According to deputies, Evan Lindley was last seen on Wednesday night at his home on Hilltop Lane in Folsom wearing an off-white sweater with red lettering and shorts. ... more »

• Tangipahoa deputies looking for man accused of kidnapping, holding woman captive for more than 24 hours Play Video

  March 12, 2026 3:32 PM

  UNEEDUS — Tangipahoa deputies are asking the public for help finding a man who allegedly kidnapped a woman. The Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office says that on Tuesday, Brice Anthony, 30, kidnapped a woman who had a protective order against him from her home in Uneedus. He held her against... more »

• State health department temporarily closes East Baton Rouge Health Unit location Play Video

  March 11, 2026 5:37 PM

  BATON ROUGE — The Louisiana Department of Health has temporarily closed its East Baton Rouge Health Unit as it looks for a new location. The department said it closed the site at 353 North 12th Street while it works with the mayor's office to "identify a suitable site that... more »

• St. Amant bar fight suspect turns himself in after brawl leaves several injured Play Video

  March 11, 2026 1:45 PM

  ST. AMANT — The third suspect in a St. Amant bar fight has been arrested, the Ascension Parish Sheriff's Office said Wednesday. According to deputies, a large fight broke out at a bar along La. 431 in the early morning hours of Feb. 22. Several people suffered serious injuries.... more »

• $3.5 million expansion to Livingston Parish animal shelter welcoming dogs next week Play Video

  March 11, 2026 7:19 AM

  LIVINGSTON — An expansion to Livingston Parish's animal shelter is ready to help the area's furry friends, with dogs set to move into the new $3.5 million expansion on Monday. The new shelter is right next door to the one currently operating on Florida Boulevard in the town of... more »

• Residents call for clean up in Bayou Manchac after heavy rain brings litter to river Play Video

  March 10, 2026 5:38 PM

  ST. GABRIEL — Heavy rain in the capital region is pushing more than water through local bayous. It is carrying trash and pollution into waterways like Bayou Manchac, leaving behind debris along the shoreline. After recent rainfall, plastic bottles, food containers and other litter were visible along the banks... more »

• Motorcycle club member sought after violent fight injures several in St. Amant bar Play Video

  March 10, 2026 1:35 PM

  ST. AMANT — Two people were arrested after a bar fight involving members of a motorcycle club in St. Amant, the Ascension Parish Sheriff's Office said. Deputies are still looking for a third suspect in the Feb. 22 brawl. APSO says a large fight broke out in the... more »

• 32-year-old bicyclist killed in Hammond hit-and-run crash; deputies ask for help identifying driver Play Video

  March 10, 2026 12:57 PM

  HAMMOND — A bicyclist was killed in a hit-and-run crash in Hammond over the weekend, the Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office said. TPSO deputies said Shawn Paul Schech, 32, was riding his bike eastbound along Old Covington Highway just after midnight on Sunday when he was struck by a car... more »

• One injured following Saturday night shooting on East Gate Drive in Hammond Play Video

  March 9, 2026 7:14 PM

  HAMMOND — A Saturday night shooting left one man injured, according to the Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office. Deputies said that around 10:30 p.m., they arrived on East Gate Drive to find a car and a home with bullet holes. There was no victim on the scene at the time.... more »

• Deputies arrest four in fatal shooting of 8-year-old along San Juan Drive Play Video

  March 9, 2026 12:55 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Less than 24 hours after the fatal shooting of an 8-year-old boy, deputies arrested four people in connection with the child's death. Neighbors in the area remain shaken, saying they never expected this kind of violence in their own front yards. East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's... more »

• Two Texas women arrested in Grant Parish after using crow decoys to smuggle contraband into federal prison Play Video

  March 9, 2026 12:06 PM

  POLLOCK — Two Texas women were arrested for attempting to smuggle drugs and other items into a federal prison using plastic crow decoys, according to the Grant Parish Sheriff's Office. Deputies said that 38-year-old Melanie Jean Worthington of Joshua, Texas and 41-year-old Kassy Marie Cole of Hurst, Texas, admitted... more »

• Section of Bluff Road closes until May between La. 74 and Perkins Road Play Video

  March 9, 2026 9:26 AM

  PRAIRIEVILLE — A section of Bluff Road will be closed for several weeks beginning on Monday between Serenity Lake Lane and Alligator Bayou Road in Ascension Parish. According to DOTD, the closure is to replace failing box culverts at Jim Bayou on Bluff Road. Crews are working to patch... more »

• Trailer fire reignites after being extinguished on Deck Boulevard in Ascension Parish

  March 7, 2026 6:55 PM

  GEISMAR — The Gesimar Volunteer Fire Department responded to a trailer fire on Deck Boulevard Friday evening after the trailer reignited following an earlier blaze. According to the department, crews responded to the original trailer fire around 2:30 p.m. After the flames were extinguished, the fire reignited around 7... more »

• St. Francisville hosts Walk in the Park event Play Video

  March 7, 2026 4:59 PM

  ST. FRANCISVILLE — Residents in West Feliciana Parish enjoyed a day filled with music and entertainment as the community hosted its Walk in the Park event on Saturday. Members of the community gathered at Parker Park to enjoy live music, art and local crafts as more than a dozen... more »

• Three Baton Rouge men arrested in connection with appliance burglaries in Lafayette Parish Play Video

  March 6, 2026 1:38 PM

  LAFAYETTE —Three Baton Rouge men were arrested by the Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office following an investigation into several residential burglaries at new home construction sites. According to the sheriff's office, detectives conducted a multi-week investigation after receiving reports of nearly 10 new appliances being stolen from building sites near... more »

• Ascension Parish jury finds two men guilty of human trafficking of a 13-year-old girl in Gonzales Play Video

  March 6, 2026 11:20 AM

  DONALDSONVILLE — An Ascension Parish jury found two men guilty of human trafficking of a victim under the age of 18. According to the 23rd Judicial District of Louisiana, on Sept. 19, 2024, investigators with the Texas Department of Public Safety, searching for a missing 13-year-old girl, located online... more »

• Centerville man arrested for alleged rape of a juvenile Play Video

  March 5, 2026 1:16 PM

  CENTERVILLE — A Centerville man was arrested for allegedly raping a juvenile. The St. Mary Parish Sheriff's Office said it received a call on Wednesday regarding the sexual assault of a juvenile that happened the day before. Deputies quickly identified Matthew Bryan, 39, as a suspect. Bryan was... more »

• Intermittent lane closures on Weber City Road in Gonzales to begin Wednesday Play Video

  March 3, 2026 12:52 PM

  GONZALES — Intermittent lane closures along Weber City Road will begin on Wednesday, the Ascension Parish Government said Tuesday. Closures will happen from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. from March 4 through March 26 near the intersection with Airline Highway. The parish government said the temporary shutdowns will... more »

• Pierre Part man arrested for allegedly beating woman, forcing her into his truck Play Video

  March 2, 2026 12:58 PM

  PIERRE PART — A Pierre Part man was arrested after he allegedly beat a woman and forced her into his truck against her will. According to the Assumption Parish Sheriff's Office, Josh Domangue, 24, got into an argument with a woman during which he became violent on Saturday night.... more »

• St. Helena Parish School District announces new partnership to provide free ACT preparation to students Play Video

  March 2, 2026 11:06 AM

  BATON ROUGE — St. Helena Parish School District on Monday announced a new partnership with Top Tutors for Us to provide free ACT preparation to students in the district. Top Tutors for Us, founded by Louisiana native Angelica Harris, who developed her own test prep system after raising her... more »

• Gonzales man killed in fatal motorcycle crash in East Baton Rouge Parish, troopers say Play Video

  March 1, 2026 10:40 AM

  BATON ROUGE — Louisiana State Police responded to a fatal motorcycle crash in East Baton Rouge Parish on Saturday. According to troopers, the crash occurred around 2:42 p.m. on US 61 just south of Jefferson Highway, claiming the life of 43-year-old Samuel Wright of Gonzales. Investigators said that... more »

• Man arrested by Assumption Parish deputies in connection with vehicle burglaries Play Video

  February 27, 2026 2:00 PM

  BELLE ROSE —A man was arrested on multiple felony charges connected to a series of vehicle burglaries, Assumption Parish Sheriff Leland Falcon said on Friday. According to deputies, five vehicle burglaries were committed on Thursday, south of the Belle Rose area near La. 1 and Virginia Street. After... more »

• New West Baton Rouge Fire and Sheriff's substation under construction; could cut down response times Play Video

  February 25, 2026 6:04 PM

  ERWINVILLE - Construction is underway for a new fire department and sheriff's office substation on the corner of U.S. 190 and Rougon Road near Erwinville. West Baton Rouge Fire Chief Butch Browning said the project is two years in the making. "We needed a fire station more centrally... more »

• Ascension Parish firefighters battle large grass fire along River Road in Darrow

  February 25, 2026 4:15 PM

  DARROW — Ascension Parish firefighters are battling a large grass fire along River Road in Darrow. According to the parish government, the fire broke through initial containment efforts due to dry and hazardous conditions, as the parish remains under a burn ban. The parish asked motorists to avoid... more »

• Tangipahoa Parish Schools Superintendent announces retirement plans after decades-long career Play Video

  February 25, 2026 12:59 PM

  AMITE — Longtime Tangipahoa Parish School System Superintendent Melissa Stilley announced her plans to retire, ending an education career spanning five decades. At Tuesday night's school board meeting, Stilley's contract was extended through early January of 2027, her ninth year as superintendent, her office tells WBRZ. Her last... more »

• Roseland Montessori student brought gun to school, school board says Play Video

  February 24, 2026 4:33 PM

  ROSELAND — A Roseland Montessori School student brought a gun to school, according to school board officials. A Tangipahoa Parish School System spokesperson said the student was found to have a firearm on school grounds on Monday. Law enforcement arrived, secured the weapon and removed the student from campus.... more »

• WBR deputy, Central Police officer arrested for allegedly beating child with belt

  February 24, 2026 2:54 PM

  BATON ROUGE - A West Baton Rouge Parish deputy and Central Police officer was arrested over the weekend after he was accused of beating a 6-year-old with a belt. An arrest warrant says that Charles Evans Jr. hit the child with a belt on Sunday, Feb. 8. The victim... more »

• Baton Rouge man, woman arrested for alleged identity theft used to get $19k car loan in Assumption Play Video

  February 23, 2026 7:55 PM

  BATON ROUGE — A Baton Rouge man and woman were arrested for allegedly stealing the identity of an Assumption Parish resident to secure a fraudulent $19,000 car loan. David Glenn Dixon II, 44, and Audrey Leah Berber, 37, each face charges of identity theft, bank fraud, forgery and computer... more »

• Amazon announces plans to build a $12 billion multi-site data center in Caddo and Bossier Parishes Play Video

  February 23, 2026 5:21 PM

  SHREVEPORT — Amazon announced plans to build a $12 billion multi-site data center in Caddo and Bossier Parishes on Monday. The project, which will support cloud computing technologies, is expected to create 540 new direct jobs with 1,700 new indirect job opportunities being created in the Northwest Region, and... more »

• Deputies with the Assumption Parish Sheriff's Office ask for help identifying suspect

  February 23, 2026 3:32 PM

  NAPOLEONVILLE — The Assumption Parish Sheriff's Office asked for the public's help in identifying a man in relation to a crime on Monday. The sheriff's office said the crime occurred in the Belle Rose area. Anyone with information is urged to call the sheriff's office at 985-369-2912. more »

• Livingston Parish woods fire burned over 200 acres Play Video

  February 23, 2026 2:02 PM

  LIVINGSTON — Crews worked to contain a woods fire near Highway 42 on Monday that reignited after crews got it under control on Sunday. According to Livingston Parish fire officials, the fire was under control late Sunday night, with a few hot spots near the roadway still blowing smoke.... more »

• Houston couple arrested for allegedly breaking into cars in Port Allen Play Video

  February 23, 2026 2:00 PM

  PORT ALLEN — A Houston couple was arrested for allegedly breaking into cars parked at Port Allen hotels. The West Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office said it responded to a string of vehicle burglaries at hotels along Lobdell Highway on Thursday. Deputies identified Daleon Potts, 31, and Ladeshia... more »

• Mobile clinic headed to several East Baton Rouge Parish schools providing language development services Play Video

  February 23, 2026 11:53 AM

  BATON ROUGE — A mobile clinic is headed to several East Baton Rouge Parish schools to provide speech and language development services for English learners. As part of a partnership between the East Baton Rouge Parish School System and Southern University's School of Nursing and Allied Health, the Jag... more »

• St. Mary Parish Sheriff's Office introduces new initiative investing in students Play Video

  February 22, 2026 3:44 PM

  MORGAN CITY — The St. Mary Parish Sheriff's Office introduced a new initiative designed to directly invest in students within the parish on Saturday. The Futures Project, a 10-lesson curriculum taught each semester, will focus on helping students navigate real-life challenges while building skills to succeed in the future.... more »