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• 13-year-old from Houston sworn into East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office Play Video

  February 16, 2026 3:26 PM

  BATON ROUGE —A 13-year-old from Houston, Texas, travelled to East Baton Rouge on Monday to receive his official commission from the East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office and his very own EBRSO uniform from Sheriff Sid Gautreaux. Devarjaye "DJ" Daniel from Houston, Texas, has long surpassed his dream of... more »

• Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office asks for help identifying theft suspects Play Video

  February 16, 2026 10:19 AM

  PONCHATOULA — The Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office is seeking the public's assistance in identifying a man and woman accused of stealing from several discount stores in the Ponchatoula area. According to deputies, on Feb. 6, employees at a Dollar General store in the 20000 block of Highway 190 reported... more »

• Baton Rouge man arrested in connection with Circle K robbery in Livingston Play Video

  February 14, 2026 2:08 PM

  LIVINGSTON — A Baton Rouge man was arrested on Friday following a robbery at a Circle K in Livingston, according to the Livingston Parish Sheriff's Office. Deputies were dispatched to a Circle K on Juban Road around 3 a.m. on Thursday after a masked man allegedly went behind the... more »

• East Baton Rouge City-Parish offices to close for Mardi Gras

  February 13, 2026 5:12 PM

  BATON ROUGE — East Baton Rouge City-Parish offices will close for Mardi Gras, Mayor-President Sid Edwards' office said Friday. All City-Parish offices will close at 2 p.m. on Monday and stay closed through Tuesday for the holiday. Garbage, recycling and out-of-cart items will be collected as usual and... more »

• Five people shot after gunfire breaks out at Hammond apartment complex; 1 dead, 1 taken into custody Play Video

  February 12, 2026 2:38 PM

  HAMMOND — Five people were shot when gunfire broke out at a Hammond apartment complex Thursday afternoon. The shooting happened around 11:30 a.m. at the Willow Villa apartments off Old Baton Rouge Highway. According to deputies Marquanvius Jones fired into the crowd, 26-year-old Javan Myers fired back. Myers... more »

• LSP: Breaux Bridge man dies in crash on I-10 westbound near Grosse Tete Play Video

  February 10, 2026 8:34 PM

  GROSSE TETE — A Breaux Bridge man was killed in an early-morning crash along I-10 westbound near Grosse Tete, according to Louisiana State Police. Nathan Smiling, 60, was involved in a single-vehicle crash on Tuesday that left his Chevrolet Silverado blocking two lanes of the roadway, LSP said. Shortly... more »

• Man accused in deadly Livingston Parish hit-and-run has bond revoked Play Video

  February 10, 2026 4:51 PM

  LIVINGSTON - The man accused of a hit-and-run that killed a Livingston Parish woman will stay behind bars after a 21st JDC judge revoked his bond on Tuesday. 31-year-old Brandon Chenevert was arrested in December on drug charges while he was out on bond for the Denham Springs hit-and-run... more »

• EBRSO: 1 arrested, 2 still wanted in connection with multiple vehicle thefts Play Video

  February 10, 2026 2:55 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Deputies arrested one of three suspects connected to several vehicle thefts around East Baton Rouge Parish, according to the sheriff's office. Brandon Cooper, Brian Delcid and Tajavious Washington have worked together to steal multiple Dodge vehicles since Dec. 23, the East Baton Rouge Sheriff's Office said... more »

• Three arrested during traffic stop in Assumption Parish, several guns seized according to deputies Play Video

  February 9, 2026 2:33 PM

  PIERRE PART — Three people were arrested Saturday morning by deputies from the Assumption Parish Sheriff's Office following a traffic stop that led to the seizure of multiple firearms and drug paraphernalia. According to deputies, Andy Inthavong, 19, Khaleb Fusilier, 19, and Jorick Latula, 19, were arrested on multiple... more »

• Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office presents inaugural agency report under Sheriff Gerald Sticker Play Video

  February 9, 2026 12:47 PM

  AMITE — Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff Gerald Sticker presented an inaugural agency report for the Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office under his leadership on Monday. The report gave residents a look into the sheriff's office's activities and statistics, claiming decreases in crime rates, giving insight into budget management, and sharing successes... more »

• Killian may have violated ethics code when buying tires from former mayor's son; other issues highlighted in audit Play Video

  February 9, 2026 8:54 AM

  KILLIAN — The town of Killian may have violated the state code of ethics by purchasing tires from a business owned by a former mayor’s son, according to an audit released Monday. The independent review, released by the Louisiana Legislative Auditor, covered the year ending June 30, 2024. Auditors... more »

• Special election to fill five open seats in the Louisiana Legislature on Saturday Play Video

  February 7, 2026 10:45 AM

  BATON ROUGE — A special election taking place on Saturday will fill four open seats in the Louisiana House and one in the Louisiana Senate following the departure of several lawmakers earlier this fall. The election will determine who will fill the open seat in the Louisiana House of... more »

• Motorcyclist killed in early morning crash on La. 30 in Ascension Parish

  February 7, 2026 9:33 AM

  GEISMAR — A motorcyclist was killed on Friday in an early morning crash in Ascension Parish on La. 30. According to the Louisiana State Police, the crash occurred around 5:45 a.m., killing 28-year-old Craig Burns of Carville. Investigators said Burns, riding a 2025 Kawasaki Ninja motorcycle, was traveling... more »

• 19-year-old sentenced to 10 years after fatally shooting grandmother Play Video

  February 6, 2026 4:24 PM

  TICKFAW — The District Attorney's Office said Friday that a 19-year-old was sentenced to 10 years after pleading no contest in a manslaughter case following the death of his grandma. Jaiden Dillon, 19, was arrested after the shooting death of his 65-year-old grandmother, Annette Jackson, on June 21, along... more »

• Parents plead not guilty to murder charges in starving death of 5-year-old son Play Video

  February 5, 2026 2:48 PM

  GONZALES — The parents of a 5-year-old boy who starved to death pleaded not guilty to murder charges, District Attorney Ricky Babin said Thursday. Marlon Perrilloux, 33, and Raynisa Young, 27, were indicted Monday on second-degree murder charges in the death of their son. They were arrested a... more »

• Man wanted by Tangipahoa Parish deputies for allegedly dealing fentanyl, meth, other drugs Play Video

  February 3, 2026 2:12 PM

  AMITE — Tangipahoa Parish deputies are looking for a man accused of dealing fentanyl, meth and other drugs out of a home in Amite. Ledeven "Phat" Edwards has allegedly been dealing fentanyl, meth, marijuana and various prescription pills from a house on James Road, according to the Tangipahoa Parish... more »

• Livingston Parish pipe fabricator plans to double its workforce, hiring for more than 200 new jobs Play Video

  February 3, 2026 1:41 PM

  WALKER — The Shaw Group announced Tuesday it will be doubling its workforce at its manufacturing facility in Walker. The company said it will be hiring for 209 new direct jobs with an average salary of $62,831, while also retaining 165 existing positions. The Shaw Group said hiring... more »

• Man previously arrested on indecent behavior with juvenile charges re-booked for human trafficking Play Video

  February 3, 2026 1:30 PM

  BAYOU VISTA — A man arrested nearly a year ago on child pornography charges was re-booked for human trafficking, the St. Mary Parish Sheriff's Office said. Deputies first arrested 22-year-old Josue Ruiz-Rodrigue z, of Amelia, on March 18, 2025, on four counts of indecent behavior with juveniles, three counts... more »

• Man arrested for alleged indecent behavior with juvenile following investigation by Livingston Parish deputies Play Video

  February 2, 2026 12:34 PM

  DENHAM SPRINGS — A man was arrested for alleged indecent behavior with a juvenile following an investigation by the Livingston Parish Sheriff's Office, Sheriff Jason Ard announced on Monday. According to the sheriff, 55-year-old Eric Leigh Norton of Reno, Nevada, allegedly committed computer-aided solicitation and indecent behavior with a... more »

• GRAPHIC VIDEO: EBRSO investigating shooting on Daytona Avenue where 6 people fired into home, leaving one injured Play Video

  February 2, 2026 11:28 AM

  BATON ROUGE — The East Baton Rouge Sheriff's Office is investigating an early Saturday morning shooting in which six individuals fired into a home on Daytona Avenue. According to the sheriff's office, the shooting occurred around 4 a.m. when six people exited a dark colored sedan before shooting at... more »

• Man arrested in Denham Springs after a woman was shot on Magnolia Beach Road Play Video

  January 31, 2026 7:36 PM

  DENHAM SPRINGS — Deputies with the Livingston Parish Sheriff's Office arrested a man for attempted manslaughter after a woman was shot on Magnolia Beach Road early Saturday morning. According to Livingston Parish Sheriff Jason Ard, deputies arrived on the scene around 3 a.m. and discovered "a woman with a... more »

• Two arrested following joint drug trafficking investigation in Ascension and Iberville parishes Play Video

  January 30, 2026 1:24 PM

  DONALDSONVILLE — The Ascension Parish Sheriff's Office announced Friday that two people were arrested following a joint illegal narcotics investigation involving drug trafficking between Ascension and Iberville parishes. According to detectives, 39-year-old Jamaal White was allegedly identified as a suspect involved in the distribution of multiple illegal narcotics. ... more »

• Louisiana Department of Health reports eighth winter storm-related death Play Video

  January 28, 2026 3:07 PM

  JONESBORO — A 65-year-old man died of hypothermia in northern Louisiana, marking the state's eighth winter storm-related death, the Louisiana Department of Health said Wednesday. LDH said the man died from hypothermia after an extended power outage in the winter storm that recently covered much of the country in... more »

• Man killed in RV fire in St. John Parish, state fire marshal says; seventh fire death in a week Play Video

  January 27, 2026 2:15 PM

  RESERVE — A man was killed after his RV caught fire in St. John Parish, the Louisiana state fire marshal's office said Tuesday. The fire happened around 10 a.m. Monday on West 18th Street near La. 44 in Reserve, the state fire marshal said. A 67-year-old man living in... more »

• East Feliciana Parish Sheriff's Office responds to 18-wheeler crash on La. 19

  January 25, 2026 2:17 PM

  SLAUGHTER — The East Feliciana Parish Sheriff's Office responded to an 18-wheeler crash on La. 19 on Saturday. According to deputies, the crash occurred just North of La. 955 East when the truck drove off the highway and into a ditch. Deputies were not able to recover the... more »

• Man arrested for alleged armed robbery facing additional drug charges following investigation Play Video

  January 24, 2026 10:59 AM

  VERDUNVILLE — A man arrested for an alleged armed robbery is facing additional drug charges following an investigation by the St. Mary Parish Sheriff's Office. According to officials, on Dec. 10, 41-year-old Jermaine Spain allegedly entered a Verdunville business, brandished a firearm, and stole money before fleeing the scene.... more »

• Deputies ask for help identifying alleged Dollar General thieves in Port Allen

  January 23, 2026 4:18 PM

  PORT ALLEN — Deputies have asked for the public's help in identifying several people accused of stealing from a Dollar General in Port Allen. According to the West Baton Rouge Sheriff's Office, the alleged thieves stole multiple items from the store on Jan. 11 before leaving in a four-door... more »

• Lutcher man sentenced to 25 years following 2020 officer-involved shooting Play Video

  January 23, 2026 3:46 PM

  LUTCHER — A Lutcher man was sentenced to 25 years following a 2020 officer-involved shooting in St. James Parish. According to Louisiana State Police, two deputies with the St. James Parish Sheriff's Office were surveying 41-year-old Edward Young III for illegal drug activity when Young allegedly approached the detectives,... more »

• Head custodian at St. Mary Parish elementary school named 2026 national RISE Award honoree Play Video

  January 22, 2026 3:43 PM

  BALDWIN — Donella Wagner, the head custodian at Raintree Elementary School in Baldwin, has been named the 2026 National Recognizing Inspiring School Employees, or RISE, Award honoree. Wagner was honored with the award by U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon on Thursday. The RISE Award recognizes education support... more »

• Former St. Mary Parish high school teacher accused of enticing student to engage in sexual activity Play Video

  January 22, 2026 2:15 PM

  LAFAYETTE — A former St. Mary Parish high school teacher allegedly tried to entice a 16-year-old student to engage in sexual activity, the U.S. Attorney's Office said Thursday. According to the U.S. Department of Justice, Katherine Albarado was a high school teacher in St. Mary Parish in 2022. ... more »

• West Baton Rouge Parish President Jason Manola talks construction at 'State of the Parish' address Play Video

  January 21, 2026 8:03 PM

  PORT ALLEN — West Baton Rouge Parish President Jason Manola stressed the importance of ongoing construction products in his "State of the Parish" address on Wednesday. "We have the La. 1-415 connector, which is one of our big projects here, of course, we've got the Intracoastal Canal current bridge... more »

• Assumption Parish Sheriff's Office warns of phone scam Play Video

  January 18, 2026 2:14 PM

  ASSUMPTION — The Assumption Parish Sheriff's Office warned residents of a phone scam taking place in the parish on Sunday. According to the sheriff's office, a person allegedly claiming to be John Stevens, an employee of the Assumption Parish Sheriff's Office, is calling residents, saying that a relative is... more »

• Three deaths confirmed in Denham Springs house fire on Wanda Street Play Video

  January 17, 2026 10:11 AM

  DENHAM SPRINGS — Authorities are currently investigating a deadly house fire on Wanda Street in Denham Springs that left multiple people dead Saturday morning. The sight of flames engulfed a home Saturday morning, and witnesses described the home burning to the ground with people inside. "It's just not... more »

• Student accused of bringing gun to Dutchtown High was also arrested in middle school, deputies say Play Video

  January 16, 2026 4:10 PM

  GEISMAR — A 15-year-old arrested for allegedly bringing a gun to Dutchtown High School on Thursday was arrested in middle school on terrorizing charges, according to the Ascension Parish Sheriff's Office. Deputies said the teen, currently being held at St. Bernard Parish Juvenile Detention Center, was previously arrested in... more »

• Rep. Cleo Fields visits East Baton Rouge Parish schools as part of 'Congressman to Classroom' initiative

  January 16, 2026 11:48 AM

  BATON ROUGE — Rep. Cleo Fields visited three East Baton Rouge Parish School District campuses on Friday to kick off his Congress to the Classroom initiative. The initiative, seeing Fields visit 52 schools ranging from kindergarten to college across Louisiana's Sixth Congressional District over the course of the year,... more »

• East Baton Rouge Parish students participate in second annual Young Techie and Gifted Expo Play Video

  January 16, 2026 10:44 AM

  BATON ROUGE — Students across East Baton Rouge Parish gathered at the second annual Young Techie and Gifted Expo on Friday. The annual event, hosted by the Instructional Technology Department, showcased student-led projects from elementary, middle and high school students covering several categories, including technology and engineering, computer science,... more »

• 9 puppies found abandoned in cage at St. Mary Parish boat launch, LDWF says Play Video

  January 14, 2026 3:22 PM

  ST. MARY PARISH — Nine puppies were found abandoned at a boat launch in St. Mary Parish, the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries said. LDWF said Sgt. Jake Darden and Agent Courtney Hart found the pups in a cage at the launch on Monday. The puppies have since... more »

• East Baton Rouge deputies arrest man for murder in Christmas Day shooting in Greenwell Springs Play Video

  January 13, 2026 4:44 PM

  GREENWELL SPRINGS — Deputies arrested a man for murder in connection with a fatal Christmas Day shooting. According to an East Baton Rouge Sheriff's Office arrest affidavit, Dorien Johnson allegedly shot and killed a man at an apartment complex along Morgan Road on Dec. 25, 2025. Documents say... more »

• Deputies investigating series of vehicle burglaries in Pointe Coupee subdivision Play Video

  January 13, 2026 4:21 PM

  POINTE COUPEE PARISH — Pointe Coupee Parish Sheriff's Office deputies are investigating a series of vehicle burglaries in the Waterloo subdivision and are asking residents for help. PCPSO said the burglaries happened between 12 and 4 a.m. on Jan. 11. Investigators have asked residents to submit any security... more »

• Assumption Parish deputies arrest man accused of leading high-speed chase on La. 308 Play Video

  January 12, 2026 3:25 PM

  PAINCOURTVILLE — Assumption Parish Sheriff's Office deputies arrested a man who allegedly led them on a high-speed chase on La. 308 near Paincourtville. According to APSO, deputies attempted to stop 27-year-old Marcus Boutain, Jr., of Thibodaux, for an alleged traffic violation near La. 70 and Daggs Street. Boutain allegedly... more »

• Ascension Parish councilman sued for alleged defamation of parish employee's husband, report says Play Video

  January 12, 2026 2:56 PM

  ASCENSION — An Ascension Parish council member is being sued following a social media post he made about the husband of a top parish government official. Councilman Joel Robert of District 2 is being sued for defamation after allegedly making a post about Gerald Phillips Jr., the husband of... more »

• Residents raise concerns as Hyundai Steel Facility moves forward in Ascension Parish Play Video

  January 9, 2026 6:46 PM

  MODESTE — The state has purchased land in Ascension Parish for the planned Hyundai steel facility, a $5.8 billion project expected to create more than 1,300 direct jobs. While officials tout the economic benefits, nearby residents say the project is moving too quickly and comes at a high cost to... more »

• Son admits to disposing of father's body, leading investigators to remains, report says Play Video

  January 9, 2026 2:37 PM

  BOGALUSA — Deputies from the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office believe that human remains found outside of Bogalusa on Thursday may belong to a missing Franklinton man after his son allegedly admitted to disposing of his body, according to a report by WWL-TV . Authorities reportedly said the remains found... more »

• Trump officials and Louisiana put an end to another decades-old school desegregation order Play Video

  January 8, 2026 2:45 PM

  WASHINGTON (AP) — The Trump administration and Louisiana officials have lifted another decades-old school desegregation order, part of a campaign to end court mandates they describe as outdated. A federal judge on Monday approved a joint motion from Louisiana and the U.S. Justice Department to dismiss a 1967 lawsuit... more »

• Tangiphoa deputies arrest Ponchatoula High student who allegedly injured teacher during fight Play Video

  January 7, 2026 3:26 PM

  PONCHATOULA — A Ponchatoula High School student was arrested Wednesday after allegedly injuring a teacher during a fight at school, the Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office said. The student, a 15-year-old boy, allegedly got into a fight involving three other students outside the school cafeteria before 8 a.m. TPSO said... more »

• St. Mary Parish deputies ask for help finding Patterson woman Play Video

  January 6, 2026 1:01 PM

  PATTERSON — The St. Mary Parish Sheriff's Office asked the public Tuesday for help finding a woman from Patterson. Deputies are looking for 31-year-old Cheyenne Aucoin. SMPSO said she is 5-feet-7-inches tall and weighs 150 pounds. Anyone with information on Aucoin's whereabouts should call SPMSO at 337-828-1960. more »

• Ascension Parish holding its January food distribution next week in Donaldsonville, Gonzales Play Video

  January 5, 2026 10:18 PM

  GONZALES - Ascension Parish is holding its January food distribution next week, with people participating receiving items such as canned meat and vegetables. The distribution is taking place at the Frank Sotile Pavilion in Donaldsonville on Jan. 13 and the Lamar-Dixon Expo Center in Gonzales on Jan. 14 starting... more »

• Louisiana wins Platinum Deal of the Year following Hyundai Steel's $5.8 billion investment in Ascension Parish Play Video

  January 5, 2026 4:14 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Louisiana won the Business Facilities' Platinum Deal of the Year award for the second year in a row, following Hyundai Steel's $5.8 billion investment in Ascension Parish. The Business Facilities' Deal of the Year Award recognizes projects that demonstrate significant capital investment, job creation, innovation and... more »

• Two Lafayette men plead guilty in multi-state theft conspiracy following Homeland Security investigation Play Video

  January 5, 2026 12:12 PM

  DENHAM SPRINGS — Two Lafayette men pleaded guilty in federal court following a Homeland Security investigation that led to a multi-state theft conspiracy. U.S. Attorney Kurt L. Wall announced on Dec. 19 that Dennis Sizemore, 54, and Gregory Brazell, 41, pleaded guilty to multiple charges related to a theft... more »

• Krewe of Dville rolls through Donaldsonville Play Video

  January 4, 2026 7:20 PM

  DONALDSONVILLE — The Krewe of Dville Mardi Gras Parade rolled through Donaldsonville on Sunday. Residents enjoyed the parade as it made its way from Marchand Street to Mississippi Street. "Anytime we can come back and give back to our community and be a part and our kids have... more »

• Hammond man arrested for allegedly selling crack cocaine while on federal probation Play Video

  December 29, 2025 8:18 PM

  HAMMOND - The Hammond Police Department arrested a man following an investigation for allegedly distributing crack cocaine while on federal probation. The department, along with the Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office, began an investigation into 43-year-old Gelvin Jennings of Hammond on Dec. 29 after suspecting him of allegedly selling crack... more »

• St. Mary Parish Sheriff's Office locate runaway 16-year-old from Bayou Vista

  December 28, 2025 10:16 AM

  BAYOU VISTA - The St. Mary Parish Sheriff's Office located a runaway teen from the Bayou Vista area. The 16-year-old was reported missing around 6:30 to 7 p.m. on Saturday. The sheriff's office said that the teen has been safely located and returned home. more »

• Livingston Parish Sheriff's Office investigating early morning fatal shooting Play Video

  December 21, 2025 9:29 AM

  DENHAM SPRINGS - The Livingston Parish Sheriff's Office is investigating a fatal shooting that occurred early Sunday morning. According to the sheriff's office, deputies arrived on Longwood Drive around 3 a.m. to find 22-year-old Tyree Worthy suffering from gunshot wounds. Worthy was transported to a local hospital, where he... more »

• Pointe Coupee 5th grader gifts hundreds of Christmas presents to children in the parish Play Video

  December 19, 2025 6:51 PM

  MORGANZA - Hundreds of children in Pointe Coupee Parish will have an extra present under the tree this year. That's because of Stem Magnet Academy of Pointe Coupee fifth grader Ellie Dabadie. "I created a toy drive so that every Head Start through 1st-grade student in the public schools... more »

• Major AI company coming to West Feliciana data center following $7 billion deal Play Video

  December 17, 2025 10:24 AM

  WEST FELICIANA - Hut 8, an artificial intelligence data center developer building an AI data center in West Feliciana Parish , said another company has signed a long-term deal to use the facility on Wednesday. Anthropic, a company whose Claude chatbot rivals ChatGPT, is partnering with Hut 8 and... more »

• Ascension Parish hosts A Taste of Christmas event Play Video

  December 13, 2025 3:10 PM

  GONZALES - Ascension Parish held its A Taste of Christmas event in Duplessis Park on Saturday. Families gathered to enjoy local vendors, live music and food trucks as they celebrated the holiday season. "I'm a big believer in supporting small and local. All 85 vendors are small and... more »