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• New principals appointed to 3 St. Mary Parish public schools

  June 16, 2026 2:15 PM

  ST. MARY PARISH — Three St. Mary Parish public schools will have new leadership this upcoming school year, the parish school system announced. Rebecca Pye was appointed as the new principal of Bayou Vista Elementary. Her predecessor, Kiante Gunner, was named Director of Human Resources. Pye previously served five... more »

• St. Mary Parish corrections deputy fired, arrested after allegedly smuggling contraband into jail Play Video

  June 15, 2026 7:26 PM

  BAYOU VISTA — A St. Mary Parish corrections deputy is facing multiple charges after an investigation found he was bringing contraband into the St. Mary Parish Law Enforcement Center, according to the St. Mary Parish Sheriff's Office. Earnest Ladday, 49, was arrested Monday on 13 counts of entering contraband... more »

• Former EBRSO deputy accused of raping a child indicted in Livingston Parish Play Video

  June 15, 2026 1:44 PM

  LIVINGSTON — A former deputy with the East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office was indicted in Livingston Parish on Monday for the alleged rape of a child under the age of 13 and several other sex crimes. WBRZ previously reported that Nicholas LoCicero of Denham Springs was arrested by... more »

• George Watts Road in Livingston closed due to collapsed culvert

  June 13, 2026 11:30 AM

  LIVINGSTON — George Watts Road was closed following an emergency road closure from the Livingston Parish Government on Friday evening. Officials said a collapsed culvert in the roadway caused the closure. Parish crews are evaluating the damage and determining a plan for repairs. Drivers in the area should... more »

• Pair convicted of sex trafficking minor in Ascension Parish sentenced to life in prison Play Video

  June 10, 2026 5:20 PM

  GONZALES - Two men were sentenced to life in prison following a conviction for sex trafficking a girl who was under 18 in Ascension Parish. District Attorney Ricky Babin's office said 21-year-old Jayden Hodge of Dallas, Texas, and 23-year-old Antonio Jackson of Phoenix, Arizona, were caught with three girls... more »

• Ascension Parish deputies ask public's help in identifying Dollar General theft suspect

  June 10, 2026 1:19 PM

  ASCENSION PARISH — Ascension Parish Sheriff's deputies have asked for the public's help identifying a man seen on video stealing from a Dollar General. Store surveillance footage shared by the sheriff's office shows a man grabbing plastic bins full of merchandise and loading them into his car. ... more »

• Man sent to East Louisiana Mental Health System following sanity hearing for 2024 murder of EBR Schools employee Play Video

  June 8, 2026 7:47 PM

  BATON ROUGE — A man was sent to the East Louisiana Mental Health System on Monday following a sanity hearing for the 2024 murder of an East Baton Rouge Parish Schools employee. Jaymie Thomas was arrested in October 2024 after Marcus Spears' body was found off Alexander Avenue. ... more »

• Two motorcycle club members arrested in alleged vehicle theft, beating in Gonzales parking lot

  June 8, 2026 6:40 PM

  GONZALES- Two Ascension Parish motorcycle club members were jailed in connection with an alleged vehicle theft and beating that happened in a Gonzales parking lot. The Ascension Parish Sheriff's Office said Luis Olivas and Anthony "Papoose" Gregoire, both 38 and of Prairieville, got into a fight with the victim... more »

• Man arrested for allegedly throwing sister's dog during argument

  June 8, 2026 5:10 PM

  CLINTON — A man was arrested for allegedly throwing his sister's dog into the front porch steps of her home. According to the East Feliciana Sheriff's Office, deputies were sent to a residence on Sensly Lane north of Clinton around 8:51 a.m. on June 5 after a report of... more »

• Louisiana State Penitentiary hosts special Father and Son Fishing event ahead of Father's Day Play Video

  June 8, 2026 3:27 PM

  ANGOLA — The Louisiana State Penitentiary hosted a special Father and Son Fishing event on Saturday at Lake Killarney on the grounds of the facility. Hosted in partnership with God Behind Bars, the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries and the West Feliciana Parish Sheriff's Office, the event encouraged... more »

• Assumption Parish Schools offers students the ability to take 100% of their classes online Play Video

  June 8, 2026 11:36 AM

  NAPOLEONVILLE — Assumption Parish Schools announced on Monday that it is offering students the ability to take 100% of their classes online through the Assumption Parish Schools Virtual Academy. Students enrolled in the program will remain part of the Assumption Parish School system, allowing them to participate in school... more »

• Body of 18-year-old from St. Tammany Parish recovered after the teen went missing while tubing Play Video

  June 6, 2026 8:06 PM

  COVINGTON — The body of an 18-year-old from St. Tammany Parish was recovered after the teen went missing under the water while tubing on the Bogue Chitto River, according to the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office. Deputies said they received a call around 1:44 p.m. stating that someone, while tubing... more »

• Ascension and Livingston parishes close waterways until further notice due to rising water Play Video

  June 6, 2026 3:10 PM

  GONZALES — Waterways in Livingston and Ascension parish were closed Saturday due to rising water levels. In Ascension, The closure came as hazardous conditions enter the area, including high water, strong currents, floating debris and reduced visibility. Residents are urged to avoid waterways and remain aware as conditions continue to... more »

• 1 injured following shootout along Highway 61 in West Feliciana Parish

  June 6, 2026 12:47 PM

  ST. FRANCISVILLE — The West Feliciana Parish Sheriff's Office is investigating an overnight shooting after a person showed up to the hospital with gunshot wounds early Saturday morning. According to the sheriff's office, around 1 a.m., a person showed up to the hospital with gunshot wounds stemming from an... more »

• Fire crews respond to early morning fire along La. 1019 Play Video

  June 6, 2026 11:09 AM

  LIVINGSTON — Livingston Fire Protection District 4, along with the Livingston Parish Sheriff's Office, responded to an early morning structure fire on La. 1019 near the Hunstock Road exit on Saturday. According to officials, the fire began around 4:15 a.m. when a tree limb fell on electrical wires attached... more »

• 3 women arrested for shoplifting at Juban Crossing despite Livingston Parish Sheriff's warning Play Video

  June 6, 2026 10:32 AM

  DENHAM SPRINGS — The Livingston Parish Sheriff's Office arrested three women on Friday for allegedly stealing from an Academy at Juban Crossing. According to the sheriff's office, on Friday, deputies received information that three women had targeted stores in other jurisdictions and planned to make a stop at Juban... more »

• Ascension Parish Council votes to rezone part of Woodstock Plantation

  June 5, 2026 4:16 PM

  DONALDSONVILLE — The Ascension Parish Council voted to rezone part of the Woodstock Plantation from conservation to heavy industrial on Thursday, according to a report by The Advocate . MR Engineering and Surveying LLC applied for the rezoning in 2024, with the land planned to be used as a... more »

• Livingston Parish President says 'wet soil conditions' delaying Burgess Road Bridge project

  June 4, 2026 2:03 PM

  DENHAM SPRINGS — Livingston Parish President Randy Delatte pointed to recent rainy conditions as a reason for delays in a Thursday update on the Burgess Road Bridge project, but said officials are working to accelerate construction. Delatte said the parish's main focus has been on the south side bridge... more »

• Tangipahoa deputies looking for thieves who stole two Tickfaw girls' bikes

  June 3, 2026 8:25 PM

  TICKFAW — Two girls had their brand-new pink bicycles stolen from their home on Zypher Drive in the Tickfaw area over the weekend, according to the Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office. Deputies said the bikes were taken between 4 a.m. and 6 a.m. on May 31. Two people are believed... more »

• Part of La. 440 to be temporarily shut down next week in St. Helena Parish Play Video

  June 3, 2026 1:44 PM

  KENTWOOD — Part of La. 440 will be temporarily shut down for a few days for roadwork, the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development said Wednesday. From 8 a.m. on June 8 to 5 p.m. on June 10, a section of the state highway between Bethel Road and Ralph... more »

• Assumption Parish Schools announces higher starting pay for teachers and staff Play Video

  June 1, 2026 4:26 PM

  NAPOLEONVILLE — The Assumption Parish School Board has approved starting pay raises for teachers and staff, the school system announced Monday. Beginning July 1, the starting salary for teachers with a bachelor's degree will be $48,900, up from $43,700. Several faculty positions are also seeing starting pay bumps.... more »

• Man wanted by several agencies arrested after barricading himself in a Gonzales apartment Play Video

  May 30, 2026 8:25 PM

  GONZALES — A man wanted by several law enforcement agencies barricaded himself indoors on Saturday after officers with the Gonzales Police Department attempted to make contact. Officers said that around 10:30 a.m., 27-year-old Daronti Wesley fled into an apartment at Magnolia Crossing and refused to surrender. Nearby apartments... more »

• Pierre Part Bay Bridge remains closed to marine traffic as DOTD works to resolve issues

  May 30, 2026 10:43 AM

  PIERRE PART — The Pierre Part Bay Bridge will remain closed to marine traffic for the immediate future, the Assumption Parish Sheriff's Office announced on Saturday. The closure comes after the bridge began experiencing mechanical issues on Friday, causing it to be temporarily closed to highway traffic. While... more »

• Funding battle with District Attorney's Office heats up as parish lawyers claim St. George made false promises Play Video

  May 29, 2026 4:43 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Tensions rose in the lawsuit between the East Baton Rouge Parish government and the District Attorney's Office over funding this week as lawyers for the city-parish argued that St. George, along with other cities in the parish, should be sued as they directly benefit from the DA's... more »

• 13-year-old arrested in connection with vandalism investigation in Central Play Video

  May 29, 2026 1:21 PM

  CENTRAL — A 13-year-old was arrested in connection with a vandalism investigation in the Central area, according to the East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office. During the execution of a search warrant of the juvenile's residence, deputies discovered items seen in surveillance footage along with other materials consistent with... more »

• Charenton man booked for indecent behavior with a juvenile

  May 29, 2026 10:36 AM

  FRANKLIN — The Franklin Police Department arrested a Charenton man for indecent behavior with a juvenile. According to the department, 21-year-old Dewan Edmond of Charenton was arrested on Thursday after a warrant for his arrest was issued in June 2025 for indecent behavior with a juvenile. Edmond was... more »

• Deputies say Houma woman posted man's private images and wanted payment to take them down Play Video

  May 28, 2026 1:56 PM

  LABADIEVILLE — Assumption Parish Sheriff's deputies arrested a Houma woman who allegedly posted a man's private pictures on social media and told him to pay up to have them taken down. According to the sheriff's office, deputies received a complaint from a Labadieville man that Ahkayla Mona Holmes, 27,... more »

• Another Georgia resident arrested in bail bond scheme targeting Louisianians, deputies say Play Video

  May 28, 2026 1:23 PM

  FRANKLIN — Deputies arrested a second Georgia resident for her alleged role in scamming Louisianians through phone calls, posing as a fake law enforcement officer and telling victims their loved ones had been arrested. Decharia Keiasha Charmea Johnson, 24, of Woodbury, Georgia, was booked Wednesday into the St. Mary... more »

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

  May 24, 2026 1:58 PM

  NAPOLEONVILLE — The Assumption Parish Sheriff's Office warned the public of a scam affecting residents in the parish over the Memorial Day weekend. The sheriff's office said that a significant number of residents in the parish have recently contributed funds to BG WEALTH SHARING, a company previously identified as... more »

• Man arrested after being accused of threatening children over 'stolen goat'

  May 22, 2026 6:26 PM

  PAINCOURTVILLE — Deputies with the Assumption Parish Sheriff's Office arrested a man after receiving a call that a man was threatening children over what he claimed was a stolen goat. According to the sheriff's office, deputies arrived on Thomas Street in Paincourtville to find 38-year-old Terry Leonard Jr. "highly... more »

• EBR Schools to provide free summer meals for kids in East Baton Rouge Parish

  May 22, 2026 5:20 PM

  BATON ROUGE — The East Baton Rouge Parish School System announced it will be providing free summer meals for children across the parish on Friday. The school system's Child Nutrition Program will provide free breakfast and lunch to children 18 years old and younger from May 26 to July... more »

• Complaint filed against Metro Council, claims conflict of interest with new parish attorney Play Video

  May 21, 2026 6:53 PM

  BATON ROUGE - An ethics complaint was filed on Thursday, May 21, against seven Metro Council members who voted to approve a new parish attorney on April 30. The complaint claims that at the time of the vote, attorney John McLindon was the private defense attorney for Councilwoman Laurie... more »

• Man wanted on domestic abuse, child endangerment charge, Ascension Parish Crime Stoppers says Play Video

  May 21, 2026 2:05 PM

  ASCENSION PARISH — The Ascension Parish Sheriff's Office is looking for a man wanted on a domestic abuse charge, according to Ascension Parish Crime Stoppers. David Francois, 34, is wanted on a charge of domestic abuse battery and child endangerment. Crime Stoppers said he is approximately 5-feet-five inches... more »

• 3 arrested for leading deputies on chase after shoplifting, Iberville Parish Sheriff's Office says Play Video

  May 20, 2026 12:40 PM

  IBERVILLE PARISH — Three people were arrested after allegedly stealing from an Iberville Parish store and leading deputies on a chase. The Iberville Parish Sheriff's Office said Alexis Johnson, 31; Dominic Ransom, 37; and Farron Tackno, 54, drove away from the store with stolen merchandise. When a deputy tried... more »

• Man arrested in another roadway altercation months after allegedly harassing fisherman at Ascension pond Play Video

  May 19, 2026 1:43 PM

  GONZALES — A man was arrested for allegedly threatening and blocking another driver, just a few months after he faced backlash for allegedly harassing a fisherman at a neighborhood pond and calling him racial slurs. Ascension Parish Sheriff's Office deputies arrested Matthew Madere, 46, and booked him into the... more »

• One arrested following shooting on I-10 in West Baton Rouge Parish Play Video

  May 18, 2026 10:41 PM

  PORT ALLEN — A person was arrested following a shooting on I-10 Westbound near the Iberville Parish line on Monday, according to the West Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office. According to deputies, the shooting occurred around 5 p.m. and involved two drivers. There were no reported injuries. ... more »

• Subject of documentary arrested for rape bonds out of the Livingston Parish Detention Center Play Video

  May 16, 2026 8:02 PM

  LIVINGSTON — The subject of a documentary who was arrested for rape bonded out of the Livingston Parish Detention Center on Friday. Ricky Foster , 46, was originally arrested on April 1 after he was accused of 10 counts of third-degree rape, 10 counts of extortion and four counts... more »

• Nottoway Plantation owners file lawsuit a year after mansion burns down Play Video

  May 15, 2026 4:29 PM

  PLAQUEMINE — The owners of the Nottoway Plantation, which burned down a year ago, have filed a lawsuit against the Iberville Parish government. The Nottoway Plantation, the largest in the South, burned down on May 15, 2025. The lawsuit, which includes Parish President Chris Daigle and the City... more »

• Man accused of inappropriate behavior with juvenile now faces child porn, animal sexual abuse charges

  May 14, 2026 4:20 PM

  FRANKLIN — New charges have been brought against a man who was arrested earlier in the week for alleged indecent behavior with a juvenile. Cameron Paul Rodrigue, 20, of Bourg, was arrested Wednesday on two counts of child sexual abuse material and seven counts of sexual abuse of an... more »

• East Feliciana animal park to become wildlife sanctuary, no longer offer hands-on encounters Play Video

  May 13, 2026 2:42 PM

  ETHEL — A private animal park in East Feliciana Parish announced plans to transition to a non-profit animal sanctuary and stop offering hands-on wildlife encounters, which it was known for. Magnolia Wilds in Ethel called the move a "massive milestone in our mission to provide the best possible forever... more »

• Woman arrested for husband's murder five years after he died in St. Mary Parish Play Video

  May 13, 2026 12:52 PM

  CENTERVILLE — A woman was arrested in connection with the 2021 death of her husband in St. Mary Parish. The St. Mary Parish Sheriff's Office said a deputy responded to a call of an unresponsive person in Centerville on April 26, 2021. SMPSO said the deputy spoke with Stephanie... more »

• East Baton Rouge Parish Prison inmate found dead of suspected suicide, deputies say

  May 12, 2026 1:13 PM

  BATON ROUGE — An inmate in East Baton Rouge Parish Prison was found dead in his cell in a suspected suicide, the East Baton Rouge Sheriff's Office said. Deputies found Kip Leblanc's body around 7 p.m. on Monday, about 45 minutes after a routine roll call, EBRSO said. He... more »

• Livingston Parish plans to release 12 road projects for bid this year, with 3 expected to begin soon

  May 11, 2026 5:07 PM

  LIVINGSTON — Officials in Livingston Parish plan to release 12 road projects for bid this year as the parish continues making investments into its Better Roads Program. The announcement comes as bond funding was approved for the parish's infrastructure. So far, three projects are expected to begin within the... more »

• 2 arrests made in 2025 Labadieville home invasion, armed robbery Play Video

  May 11, 2026 1:22 PM

  LABADIEVILLE — Assumption Parish deputies arrested two men for allegedly breaking into a Labadieville home and robbing its residents at gunpoint in 2025. Jared Marcus Wiggins, 31, of St. James, and Kendell Michael Gale, 27, of Vacherie, each face charges of armed robbery, home invasion and four counts of... more »

• Amendment would create new St. George school district; see arguments for, against ballot measure Play Video

  May 9, 2026 4:55 PM

  ST. GEORGE — Voters across Louisiana will decide if the City of St. George can break away from the East Baton Rouge Parish School System and form its own school district on May 16. If approved, the St. George Community School System would become its own district. According to... more »

• Three men arrested on weapons and drug charges following traffic stop in West Baton Rouge Parish

  May 9, 2026 2:34 PM

  PORT ALLEN — Deputies with the West Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office arrested three men on weapons and drug charges after a traffic stop led to a short foot pursuit. According to the sheriff's office, following the initial traffic stop, two of the men fled on foot before deputies... more »

• Tangipahoa Parish deputies seek help identifying Dollar General theft suspects Play Video

  May 6, 2026 4:39 PM

  HAMMOND — The Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's help identifying suspects accused of stealing thousands of dollars' worth of merchandise from area discount stores. According to the sheriff's office, the first theft was reported on April 30 at the Dollar General on Happywoods Road in... more »

• East Baton Rouge Parish deputies arrest man accused of having inappropriate relationship with 12-year-old Play Video

  May 4, 2026 7:38 PM

  BATON ROUGE — A man accused of having an inappropriate relationship with a 12-year-old girl was arrested on Sunday by the East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office. According to deputies, on April 8, a person filed a complaint that a man in an apartment complex was involved in an... more »

• Assumption Parish deputies arrest man accused of threatening several people with knife during argument Play Video

  May 4, 2026 2:23 PM

  BELLE ROSE — A man was arrested by the Assumption Parish Sheriff's Office after he allegedly threatened a group of people with a knife during an argument. According to the sheriff's office, 26-year-old Travis Nathaniel Williams of Belle Rose threatened several people with a knife during an argument on... more »

• Suspect wanted for attempted murder takes his own life during attempted arrest, deputies say Play Video

  May 4, 2026 1:03 PM

  CLINTON — A suspect wanted for attempted murder took his own life as authorities were attempting to take him into custody on Monday, according to the East Feliciana Parish Sheriff's Office. The sheriff's office said that around 10:35 a.m., members of the U.S. Marshal's Fugitive Task Force attempted to... more »

• Person rescued in Bayou Lafourche after lawnmower overturns in water

  May 3, 2026 11:02 AM

  BAYOU LAFOURCHE — A person was rescued after a lawnmower overturned on top of them in the water of Bayou Lafourche on Saturday. According to the Labadieville Volunteer Fire Department, crews arrived on scene to find the mower on top of the operator in the water. The mower... more »

• Tangipahoa Parish deputies searching for two men accused of shooting at vehicles in Hammond

  May 3, 2026 10:12 AM

  HAMMOND — The Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office asked for the public's help identifying two men accused of opening fire on vehicles at a Hammond intersection Saturday afternoon. According to the sheriff's office, the two men fired at another vehicle around 4:30 p.m. at the intersection of Stein Road... more »

• Candlelight vigil announced for crossing guard struck by vehicle in Livingston Parish Play Video

  May 3, 2026 9:41 AM

  DENHAM SPRINGS — A candlelight vigil was announced for crossing guard Katy Wells , who died after being hit by a vehicle at a Denham Springs elementary school on Thursday. Wells was on duty at Gray's Creek Elementary when she was struck by a truck on Highway 16. Darren... more »

• Livingston Parish deputies attempting to identify 4 people accused of using counterfeit money

  May 2, 2026 3:35 PM

  DENHAM SPRINGS — The Livingston Parish Sheriff's Office asked the public for help in identifying three people in connection with items being purchased with counterfeit bills. According to the sheriff's office, two women, along with a man, were attempting to purchase items with counterfeit $100 bills. Deputies are also... more »

• Man arrested on drug charges after authorities allegedly recover MDMA from bayou

  May 1, 2026 5:23 PM

  NAPOLEONVILLE — Deputies with the Assumption Parish Sheriff's Office arrested a man on drug charges following a traffic stop. According to the sheriff's office, a narcotics agent attempted to stop a vehicle after it committed a traffic violation. The driver allegedly threw an item over the Labadieville bridge into... more »

• Deputies search for truck reportedly seen dragging dog along roadway

  May 1, 2026 10:56 AM

  FRANKLINTON — Deputies with the Washington Parish Sheriff's Office are investigating after a truck was seen dragging a dog on Thursday on Seven Mile Road. According to the sheriff's office, the truck was seen dragging the dog around 3:40 p.m. along Seven Mile Road headed north to La. 436.... more »

• EBR Metro Council appoints new parish attorney Play Video

  April 30, 2026 4:11 PM

  BATON ROUGE — The East Baton Rouge Metropolitan Council voted to appoint a new parish attorney on Thursday. Criminal defense and personal injury lawyer John McLindon will take on the role following the council's vote at a special meeting held Thursday afternoon. McLindon graduated from the LSU Law... more »

• Georgia man arrested for phone scam targeting Louisiana families with fake arrest story Play Video

  April 30, 2026 12:46 PM

  FRANKLIN — A man from Georgia was arrested for allegedly scamming Louisianians through phone calls, posing as a fake law enforcement officer and telling victims their loved ones had been arrested. Donovan Kobie Baptiste, 22, was arrested in Valdosta, Georgia, on Wednesday. He's charged with bank fraud, fraudulent portrayal... more »

• EBR Metro Council will vote whether to appoint new parish attorney at Thursday special meeting Play Video

  April 28, 2026 3:27 PM

  BATON ROUGE — The East Baton Rouge Parish Metropolitan Council has called a special meeting to appoint a new parish attorney. The council announced it will vote on whether to appoint John McLindon to the role at Thursday's special meeting. The criminal defense and personal injury lawyer graduated... more »

• Patient flown to hospital in critical condition following crash involving dump truck in Livingston Parish Play Video

  April 27, 2026 3:16 PM

  WALKER — The Livingston Parish Sheriff's Office is responding to a crash involving a dump truck on La. 447 and Genre Drive. According to the sheriff's office, first responders are currently on the scene. A patient was flown by helicopter to a local hospital in critical condition. All... more »

• District Attorney files lawsuit claiming inadequate funding, council says priorities must be balanced Play Video

  April 26, 2026 10:51 PM

  BATON ROUGE — A major funding dispute is now headed to court in East Baton Rouge Parish, where Hillar Moore is suing the city-parish government over what he calls inadequate funding for his office. Moore said in the lawsuit that he has exhausted all other options to secure the... more »

• St. Mary Parish Sheriff's Office searches for vehicle after shooting leaves teen injured Play Video

  April 26, 2026 5:09 PM

  FRANKLIN —The St. Mary Parish Sheriff's Office is investigating a shooting that left one person injured on Saturday in the Ashton community. According to the sheriff's office, the shooting took place around 5 p.m. on Gibbs Road, where deputies arrived to find a 17-year-old male who was struck by... more »

• Missing attorney found dead in wooded area along highway in St. Tammany Parish Play Video

  April 26, 2026 3:35 PM

  MANDEVILLE — An attorney from St. Tammany Parish was found dead on Saturday after being reported missing, according to the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office. The United Cajun Navy said Attorney David P. Sierera , who was reported missing on Friday to the Mandeville Police Department, was last seen... more »

• Mandeville Police Department asks for help locating missing attorney Play Video

  April 25, 2026 4:44 PM

  MANDEVILLE — An attorney from St. Tammany Parish has been announced missing, according to the Mandeville Police Department. Attorney David P. Sirera has been missing since Thursday, officers said. The United Cajun Navy said he was last seen leaving the Turtle Creek Apartments on Highway 22. Sirera is... more »

• Deputies arrest Prairieville man on child pornography, sexual abuse of an animal charges Play Video

  April 24, 2026 12:35 PM

  PRARIEVILLE — The Ascension Parish Sheriff's Office arrested a Prairieville man for allegedly downloading pornography depicting children and animals. Deputies searched a device they say belongs to Cody Madere and found dozens of child pornography files, some involving children under 13 years old. One file depicted sexual abuse of... more »

• EBRSO: Meth dealer arrested for selling drugs across parish lines Play Video

  April 21, 2026 3:35 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Deputies arrested an alleged meth dealer who they say sold drugs across multiple parishes on Tuesday. The East Baton Rouge Sheriff's Office said it was alerted by Iberville Parish deputies earlier this month about Marvin Batiste, a suspected meth trafficker in Baton Rouge. EBRSO says... more »

• Iberville Parish schools implement clear backpack policy for next school year Play Video

  April 17, 2026 5:33 PM

  PLAQUEMINE — The Iberville Parish School District will implement a clear bag policy for the 2026-2027 school year, according to a social media announcement made Friday. Starting next school year, students in the school district will only be allowed to wear clear or mesh backpacks. The district said... more »

• Opelousas Police looking for inmate who escaped while being transported to St. Landry Parish Jail Play Video

  April 16, 2026 3:15 PM

  OPELOUSAS — Opelousas Police are looking for an inmate who escaped while being transported to the St. Landry Parish Jail from a health facility. According to the Opelousas Police Department, Michael Vavasseur was being taken from STOA Behavioral Health to the parish jail when he got out of his... more »

• WBR deputies arrest man wanted in connection with fatal hit-and-run in Pennsylvania Play Video

  April 16, 2026 2:48 PM

  PORT ALLEN — West Baton Rouge Parish deputies arrested a man wanted in Pennsylvania in connection with a fatal hit-and-run. The West Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office said a deputy stopped 25-year-old Ameer Nassar, of Houston, on Tuesday as he was driving a box truck on I-10 westbound for... more »

• Livingston Parish Animal Shelter's food bank running 'critically low,' asks community for donations Play Video

  April 15, 2026 1:37 PM

  LIVINGSTON — The Livingston Parish Animal Shelter said its pet food bank is running "critically low," and they are in need of donations. The shelter said that since it opened the food bank, it has distributed 1,576 pounds of dog food and 606 pounds of cat food to the... more »

• Patterson man arrested for allegedly having child sexual abuse material Play Video

  April 14, 2026 3:00 PM

  PATTERSON — St. Mary Parish deputies arrested a Patterson man for allegedly possessing child sexual abuse material. According to the St. Mary Parish Sheriff's Office, deputies executed a search warrant on Monday and found CSAM in 42-year-old Henry Manuel Rabelo's possession. Rabelo was booked into the St. Mary... more »