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• Holiday parade rolls through Baton Rouge amid uncertainty surrounding high security costs Play Video

  December 14, 2025 5:50 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Holiday parades have long been a staple of life in Baton Rouge, bringing families together to celebrate community and seasonal traditions. But those traditions are facing new challenges after the cancellation of a major Christmas parade this year, raising concerns about the future of similar events within... more »

• The Epic Connect hosts Grinchmas Christmas Giveaway Play Video

  December 14, 2025 3:10 PM

  BATON ROUGE - The Epic Connect hosted its Grinchmas Christmas Giveaway event on Sunday at the Anna T. Jordan Community Park. The event included food, live music, free toys for children and an animal exhibit. Kids received free coats and had the opportunity to take photos with not... more »

• Man injured in shooting not believed to be intended target according to police Play Video

  December 14, 2025 2:02 PM

  BATON ROUGE - The Baton Rouge Police Department responded to a shooting on Saturday that left one man injured near Gus Young Avenue. According to the department, the shooting occurred around 4:30 p.m. on the 1400 block of North 49th Street when a man walking with his family was... more »

• Wreaths Across America holds ceremonies at several cemeteries across Louisiana honoring veterans

  December 14, 2025 11:41 AM

  BATON ROUGE - Wreaths Across America held ceremonies at several cemeteries across Louisiana on Saturday to remember and honor veterans through the laying of Rememberance wreaths. The ceremonies included the placement of wreaths on the graves of our country's fallen heroes and the act of saying each veteran's name... more »

• Port Allen man arrested for allegedly possessing child pornography Play Video

  December 14, 2025 10:29 AM

  PORT ALLEN - The West Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office announced on Sunday that a Port Allen man was arrested following an investigation by detectives with the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force. According to the sheriff's office, detectives opened an investigation following a tip they received from the... more »

• Christmas in the Village continues with the Kiwanis Club Christmas Parade Play Video

  December 13, 2025 7:14 PM

  LIVINGSTON - Christmas in the Village continued this week with the Kiwanis Club Christmas Parade. The parade rolled out on North Range Road Saturday afternoon in Denham Springs, with hundreds of people lining the streets to catch beads, candy and other treats. The parade featured cars, floats and... more »

• One injured in shooting near Gus Young Avenue Play Video

  December 13, 2025 5:54 PM

  BATON ROUGE - The Baton Rouge Police Department responded to a shooting that left one man injured on Saturday near Gus Young Avenue. According to authorities, the shooting occurred around 4:30 p.m. near Ragusa's Deli, one man was injured after being struck in the foot. The victim of... 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 »

• St. George Fire Department holds Jambalaya Fundraiser for one of their own Play Video

  December 13, 2025 2:12 PM

  ST. GEORGE — St. George Fire Protection District hosted a fundraiser on Saturday to support a local firefighter currently battling cancer. The Jambalaya Fundraiser was held in support of Phillip Castleberry, a firefighter who has spent the past 13 years supporting the community of St. George. Castleberry has... more »

• Man arrested for allegedly extorting an LSU student using explicit photos Play Video

  December 13, 2025 12:56 PM

  BATON ROUGE - LSU's Police Department arrested a man on Dec. 5 for extorting an LSU student using explicit photos and videos. According to arrest records, an LSU student filed a complaint with LSUPD on Nov. 23, saying that he met someone whom he believed to be female on... more »

• 2 US service members and one American civilian killed in ambush in Syria, US Central Command says

  December 13, 2025 12:16 PM

  DAMASCUS, Syria (AP) — Two U.S. service members and one American civilian have been killed and three other people wounded in an ambush on Saturday by the Islamic State group in central Syria, the U.S. Central Command said. The attack on U.S. troops in Iraq is the first to... more »

• Man arrested in connection with alleged November shooting Play Video

  December 13, 2025 11:50 AM

  BATON ROUGE - The Baton Rouge Police Department arrested a man on Friday in connection with a November shooting. According to arrest records, a woman reported that she was the victim of a shooting on Nov. 29. The woman told police that she was walking to her home when... more »

• Winter virus season so far is not too bad, but doctors worry about suffering to come

  December 12, 2025 4:05 PM

  NEW YORK (AP) — It may feel like you are surrounded by sniffles and coughs, but flu season activity is still low in many parts of the U.S. New government data posted Friday shows that as of last week, flu activity was high in four states — Colorado, Louisiana,... more »

• Kansas woman who barricaded herself in BR motel sentenced to life without parole for murder

  December 10, 2025 5:02 PM

  BATON ROUGE - A Kansas woman convicted of murder after a missing Georgia man's body parts were discovered by a couple in 2023 was sentenced to life in prison without parole. Danetta Knoblauch of Wichita, Kan., was found guilty of multiple charges, including felony murder, aggravated assault, aggravated battery,... more »

• Woman arrested after three men were shot while installing fence for non-profit Play Video

  December 7, 2025 9:23 PM

  BATON ROUGE - A woman was arrested after three men were shot while installing a fence for a non-profit organization in Baton Rouge back in May. According to arrest records, the shooting took place on May 14, when the victims claimed that two men offered to help build the... more »

• Pierre Part Fire and Rescue responds to kitchen fire on Highway 70 Play Video

  December 7, 2025 8:13 PM

  ASSUMPTION - Pierre Part Fire and Rescue responded to a Sunday afternoon kitchen fire on Highway 70. According to officials, the fire began around 12:10 p.m. due to an unattended pot on the stove. Fire crews removed the hazard, cut off the power, and ventilated the trailer, leaving... more »

• Baton Rouge Police Department arrests man for November robbery Play Video

  December 7, 2025 7:38 PM

  BATON ROUGE - The Baton Rouge Police Department arrested a man who allegedly robbed a store employee back in November on Saturday after he returned to the property. After a short foot pursuit, police apprehended Elias Varise, 20, and learned that he was previously the subject of a robbery... more »

• St. Francisville hosts annual Christmas in the Country parade Play Video

  December 7, 2025 6:37 PM

  ST. FRANCISVILLE - The annual Christmas in the Country parade rolled through St. Francisville on Sunday, spreading holiday cheer as beads were tossed out to parade-goers along the route. The parade featured about 30 floats, all decorated to fit this year's theme, "Meet Me Under The Mistletoe." The theme... more »

• Sistars of Empowerment hosts Louisiana Cultural Music and Arts Festival Play Video

  December 7, 2025 3:19 PM

  BATON ROUGE - The Sistars of Empowerment hosted its inaugural Louisiana Cultural Music and Arts Festival on Sunday in downtown Baton Rouge. The festival featured over 20 live performances across three stages, showcasing a mix of music, dancers, poets, and cultural storytellers celebrating the soul of the bayou state.... more »

• Former EBR substitute teacher arrested again after allegedly contacting 16-year-old student Play Video

  December 7, 2025 1:54 PM

  BATON ROUGE - A former substitute teacher arrested for indecent behavior with a juvenile at an East Baton Rouge Parish high school was arrested again on Friday after contacting the 16-year-old student, according to arrest records. Chloe Ephron, 24, was previously arrested on Nov. 20 after she allegedly began... more »

• Diocese of Baton Rouge grants dispensation to Catholics potentially impacted by immigration agents Play Video

  December 7, 2025 12:36 PM

  BATON ROUGE - The Roman Catholic Diocese of Baton Rouge announced that Catholics impacted by immigration agents are not required to go to weekly Mass on Sunday. The diocese released a letter on Thursday in response to the federal immigration crackdown in New Orleans. "With the recent publicized... more »

• Volunteer firefighters across Ascension Parish respond to early morning fire Play Video

  December 7, 2025 10:11 AM

  ASCENSION - Volunteer firefighters across Ascension Parish responded to an early morning structure fire on Sunday, according to fire officials. The fire began around 4 a.m. in the Darrow community, with several volunteer fire departments arriving to extinguish the flames. St. Amant Fire Chief James E. LeBlanc expressed... more »

• Funeral arrangements announced for 73-year-old man found dead in a car Play Video

  December 6, 2025 6:41 PM

  BATON ROUGE - A funeral will be held this coming Saturday for a 73-year-old man who was found dead in a car near BREC's Lafitte Street Park last month. Woodrow Vaughn was found dead in a car with multiple stab wounds after being reported missing in November. Vaugn... more »

• New Orleans leaders blast immigration crackdown, pointing to video of agents chasing US citizen Play Video

  December 6, 2025 2:50 PM

  NEW ORLEANS (AP) — New Orleans’ mayor-elect said Friday that a federal immigration crackdown launched this week is already causing harm as encounters between masked agents and residents, including some caught on video, has prompted public backlash in the blue city. Frustrated city officials pointed to the case of... more »

• Fatal crash closes Highway 16 near Gourdon Lane in Livingston Parish Play Video

  December 6, 2025 1:20 PM

  LIVINGSTON - Authorities responded to a fatal crash in Livingston Parish on Saturday around 12 p.m., according to emergency responders. Responders said the crash left one person dead and another injured. Highway 16 near Gourdon Lane is currently closed due to the incident. The injured individual is... more »

• Baton Rouge animal shelter asks for emergency foster parents due to overcrowding

  December 6, 2025 12:55 PM

  BATON ROUGE - An animal shelter in Baton Rouge is asking the public for help as it urgently searches for emergency foster parents and adopters for at least 40 dogs. The Companion Animal Alliance released a message on Friday asking the public to help foster animals as the shelter... more »

• Escaped inmate from Vermilion Parish Jail captured along I-10 near Lafayette Play Video

  December 6, 2025 11:30 AM

  ABBEVILLE - An accused drug dealer who escaped from the Vermilion Parish Jail was captured late Friday night, according to the Vermilion Parish Sheriff's Office. Gavin Garnica, 23, was captured along I-10 west of Lafayette around 11:45 p.m. after escaping the Vermilion Parish Jail by scaling the facility's east... more »

• Crime at Baton Rouge apartment complex causing concerns Play Video

  December 5, 2025 10:21 PM

  BATON ROUGE - According to the Baton Rouge police database, the Baton Rouge Police Department responded to 58 crime incidents, ranging from battery and assault to burglary, at the Cadence at Southern University apartments since January of this year. In October, 17-year-old Micah Booker was shot and killed at... more »

• Iberville Parish government launches Bayou Paul Restoration Project to lower flood risks in the area Play Video

  December 5, 2025 1:46 PM

  PLAQUEMINE - The Iberville Parish Government launched a major waterway channel cleaning project in East Iberville on Friday to increase drainage efficiency and lower flood risks. The "Bayou Paul Restoration Project" will restore a natural channel in the Spanish Lake Basin that has been abandoned for decades, improving drainage... more »

• Louisiana State Police celebrates the graduation of Cadet Class 107 Play Video

  December 5, 2025 1:15 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Louisiana State Police celebrated Cadet Class 107's graduation Friday morning with an official badge pinning ceremony at First Baptist Church. Before receiving a Louisiana State Police badge, the new troopers had to complete a 24-week academy where cadets learned self-discipline, technical competence, empathy, physical well-being and... more »

• Baton Rouge woman arrested for allegedly abandoning two young children at a motel Play Video

  December 5, 2025 12:35 PM

  PORT ALLEN - A woman was arrested on Tuesday after allegedly abandoning her two young children in a motel room, according to the West Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office. Deputies responded to a local motel after two young children, a 4-year-old and an 11-month-old, were found alone inside a... more »

• 19th JDC domestic violence intervention training celebrates inaugural graduation

  December 5, 2025 11:40 AM

  BATON ROUGE - Judge Foxworth-Roberts and the Domestic Violence Intervention Court Team celebrated the inaugural graduation of the 19th Judicial District Domestic Violence Intervention Court Pilot Program on Friday morning. The program, launched in 2024, aims to reduce the chances of offenders continuing domestic violence, increase victim safety and... more »

• Secretary of State releases educational videos on closed primary elections

  December 1, 2025 2:07 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Louisiana Secretary of State Nancy Landry announced the release of five educational videos about closed primary elections on Monday. The videos, meant to inform voters of the legislatively-mandated transition to closed party primaries beginning in 2026, are part of Landry's voter education campaign ahead of the... more »

• West Baton Rouge Sheriff's Office asks for help identifying burglary suspect

  December 1, 2025 1:04 PM

  PORT ALLEN - The West Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office asked the public for help in identifying a burglary suspect on Monday. According to the sheriff's office, on Nov. 17, around 9:30 p.m., deputies arrived at a Dollar General on LA 1 South to discover that the glass front... more »

• St. George Fire Department rescues dog from Thanksgiving night house fire Play Video

  December 1, 2025 11:32 AM

  ST. GEORGE - The St. George Fire Department responded to a house fire on Sugar Mill Avenue on the night of Thanksgiving, the department announced on Monday. Fire crews found the home around 8:19 p.m. with heavy fire coming through the roof. According to the department, firefighters located... more »

• 'Spray-on skin' offers new hope for burn patients in Louisiana Play Video

  December 1, 2025 9:27 AM

  BATON ROUGE - Burns are among the most painful injuries a person can endure. However, a relatively new treatment called ReCell ‘Spray-On Skin’ is changing the healing process for patients across Louisiana, offering quicker recovery, less pain, and dramatically improved cosmetic results. A recent success story shines a light... more »

• Lane Kiffin to hold Monday press conference at LSU, tune in for livestream Play Video

  November 30, 2025 10:30 PM

  BATON ROUGE - LSU will officially introduce its new head football coach, Lane Kiffin , at a press conference on Monday afternoon at Tiger Stadium. Kiffin, joined by LSU President Dr. Wade Rousse and Athletic Director Verge Ausberry, will debut the new vision for the Tigers. Kiffin comes... more »

• Lane Kiffin hire sparks excitement among LSU fans Play Video

  November 30, 2025 10:11 PM

  BATON ROUGE - After a rough season, LSU football is turning the page, and fans said they’re ready for a fresh start under new head coach Lane Kiffin. Sunday, many fans said the hire brings hope for both energy and wins that the Tigers have been missing. “What... more »

• Second missing pilot from Lake Pontchartrain plane crash identified Play Video

  November 30, 2025 5:42 PM

  NEW ORLEANS - The second missing pilot from a plane that crashed into Lake Pontchartrain on Monday has been identified, according to a report by The Advocate . Flight instructor Taylor Dickey , 30, was joined by Lt. David Michael Jahn, 30, of the U.S. Navy before the plane... more »

• Several SEC football coaches changing teams as 2025 regular season comes to a close Play Video

  November 30, 2025 5:07 PM

  BATON ROUGE - It's been a hectic day in the SEC as several of the league's head coaches changed teams at the end of the 2025 regular season. In the most highly anticipated move of the day, LSU hired Ole Miss head coach Lane Kiffin to replace Brian Kelly,... more »

• Wreckage of plane that crashed into Lake Pontchartrain located

  November 29, 2025 3:17 PM

  NEW ORLEANS - Crews with the United Cajun Navy, along with Team Texas K9s, have located the wreckage of the missing plane that crashed into Lake Pontchartrain on Monday, according to a post by the United Cajun Navy. The crash killed flight instructor Taylor Dickey ,30, and a student... more »

• Baton Rouge Police Homicide detectives investigating shooting that left one dead Play Video

  November 29, 2025 1:04 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Baton Rouge Police Homicide detectives are investigating a fatal shooting that took place early Saturday morning, according to the Baton Rouge Police Department. The shooting occurred around 12:18 a.m. when officers were dispatched to the 4600 block of Divincenti Drive near Plank Road near the Baton... more »

• Baton Rouge Police Department arrests man after vehicle pursuit leads to drug bust Play Video

  November 29, 2025 12:14 PM

  BATON ROUGE - The Baton Rouge Police Department announced on Saturday that it arrested a man on multiple drug charges after he allegedly fled from police. Officers said a pursuit took place after a driver refused to stop following a traffic violation at Perkins Road and Park Boulevard. ... more »

• Denham Springs man killed in Livingston Parish crash

  November 29, 2025 10:13 AM

  DENHAM SPRINGS - A man was killed in a Friday afternoon crash on LA 1019 near Amite Church Road in Livingston Parish, according to Louisiana State Police. The two-vehicle crash occurred around 4 p.m. and resulted in the death of 55-year-old John Cason of Denham Springs. According to... more »

• Denham Springs lights up Old City Hall to celebrate the holidays Play Video

  November 28, 2025 10:28 PM

  DENHAM SPRINGS - It did not snow anywhere in the state Friday night except for Denham Springs. For the past 10 years, the city of Denham Springs has upheld the tradition of the lighting of the old city hall. "It's never been in a place of honor like... more »

• Louisiana Lights return for second year at the Burden Museum and Gardens Play Video

  November 28, 2025 6:56 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Louisiana Lights returned for its second year at the Burden Museum and Gardens in Baton Rouge on Friday. Louisiana Lights takes guests on a journey through gardens and tunnels of light as they enjoy food and drinks during the holiday season. This year, the event... more »

• Christmas tree farms expect big business for Black Friday Play Video

  November 28, 2025 6:44 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Some businesses selling Christmas trees in Baton Rouge said Black Friday is the busiest day of the season for tree sales. According to a 2024 report from Square , Black Friday saw the highest amount of tree sales, with other popular dates like the first and... more »

• Pilot identified after plane crashes into Lake Pontchartrain

  November 28, 2025 4:02 PM

  NEW ORLEANS - Authorities are still trying to piece together what happened after a small plane crashed into Lake Pontchartrain on Monday, killing a flight instructor and a student. According to a report by WWL , the flight instructor was identified as Taylor Dickey,30, an instructor at Gulfport-Biloxi International... more »

• Deputies arrest 17-year-old Bayou Vista stabbing suspect Play Video

  November 28, 2025 1:23 PM

  ST. MARY - Deputies with the St. Mary Parish Sheriff's Office arrested a suspect in connection with a stabbing that occurred on Thursday on Cane Road in Bayou Vista. According to the sheriff's office, the victim of the stabbing told detectives that a 17-year-old girl arrived at the house... more »

• Baton Rouge Police Department searching for man in connection with alleged domestic abuse

  November 28, 2025 11:49 AM

  BATON ROUGE - The Baton Rouge Police Department is searching for a man in connection with a domestic battery charge. Investigators announced on Friday that McKelvin Duckworth, 30, is wanted on the charge of domestic abuse battery - strangulation. If you have any information regarding Duckworth's location, investigators... more »

• Funeral held for former West Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff Mike Cazes in Brusly Play Video

  November 28, 2025 11:32 AM

  BRUSLY - The funeral for former West Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff Mike Cazes took place on Friday at the St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Brusly. Cazes served five terms as the chief law enforcement officer for West Baton Rouge Parish and worked at the local sheriff's office... more »

• Louisiana death row inmate released on bail after decades behind bars Play Video

  November 27, 2025 6:03 PM

  NEW ORLEANS (AP) — A Louisiana man who spent nearly three decades on death row has been released on bail Wednesday after his conviction was overturned earlier this year. Jimmie Duncan had originally been convicted of first-degree murder in 1998 after prosecutors accused him of raping and drowning 23-month-old... more »

• One Tank Trips: Main Event Baton Rouge Play Video

  November 27, 2025 5:19 PM

  BATON ROUGE — If you are searching for the ultimate playground that allows you to release your inner child, look no further. Main Event is a place where you can pack maximum fun into a single tank of gas. Main Event in Baton Rouge offers an indoor adventure... more »

• 'He got his arm because of the Baton Rouge community,' capital area raises money for teen's bionic arm Play Video

  November 27, 2025 3:41 PM

  BATON ROUGE - A 15-year-old is thanking the Baton Rouge community for raising the money needed to purchase him a bionic arm. John Francis is like many teens his age. He likes video games like Minecraft and Guild Wars, activities like Taekwondo and riding bikes and playing instruments like... more »

• Agape Center of Hope and Encounter Church host second annual Thanksgiving Meal for the Community Play Video

  November 27, 2025 1:59 PM

  BATON ROUGE - The Agape Center of Hope and Encounter Church in Baton Rouge welcomed residents to its second Annual Thanksgiving Meal for the Community on Thursday. The holiday tradition was created to ensure that no one felt alone on Thanksgiving. "Thanksgiving is a time for togetherness," event... more »

• One arrested for arson in connection to fire on Mariner Drive Play Video

  November 27, 2025 12:21 PM

  ST. GEORGE - A person was arrested in connection with a fire that occurred in an apartment building on Mariner Drive near the intersection of Ned Avenue on Thursday morning, according to the St. George Fire Department. Fire officials said the fire was intentionally set around 11 a.m. by... more »

• St. Luke's Episcopal congregation cooks for community Thanksgiving Play Video

  November 27, 2025 10:58 AM

  BATON ROUGE - Congregation members of St. Luke's Episcopal made the church their first stop of the day, dropping of home-cooked meals to be served during a community Thanksgiving at St. Vincent de Paul. Church leaders say their efforts will provide food for 400 people on Thanksgiving Day. ... more »

• REPORT: Brian Kelly receives termination letter from LSU; expected to receive full buyout Play Video

  November 26, 2025 7:27 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Brian Kelly has received a termination letter from LSU, firing him "without cause," according to a letter obtained by Yahoo Sports. The letter allegedly said that the university will pay Kelly the required buyout amount of $54 million over the course of six years. ... more »

• U.S. Small Business Administration visits Ponchatoula ahead of Small Business Saturday Play Video

  November 26, 2025 4:14 PM

  PONCHATOULA - Regional Administrator for the U.S. Small Business Administration Justin Crossie visited a small business in Ponchatoula on Wednesday ahead of Small Business Saturday on Nov. 29. Crossie visited Revival Art House, an art gallery home to over 200 local artists. "Whenever you shop at Revival, you're... more »

• Livingston Parish man arrested after allegedly fleeing the scene of a shooting Play Video

  November 26, 2025 2:08 PM

  HAMMOND - A Livingston Parish man was arrested by the Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office in collaboration with the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office and Louisiana State Police following a shooting that led to a chase spanning two parishes on Wednesday. Deputies said that a dispute between two men at... more »

• Pedestrian killed in early morning Livingston Parish crash Play Video

  November 26, 2025 1:18 PM

  WALKER - A pedestrian was killed in a Livingston Parish crash early Wednesday morning along LA 447 at Rougk Lane, according to the Louisiana State Police. Jeremy Grubbs, 47, was killed while walking south in the southbound lane of LA 447 around 4 a.m. when a 2011 Chevrolet Silverado,... more »

• Angola Prison hosts Daddy Daughter Dance

  November 26, 2025 1:08 PM

  ANGOLA - Angola Prison hosted its first Daddy Daughter Dance ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday, giving many fathers a chance to interact with their daughters for the first time. The event, created by God Behind Bars in partnership with leadership at Angola, aimed to create an experience based on... more »

• Audubon Zoo announces names for three new lion cubs

  November 26, 2025 12:10 PM

  NEW ORLEANS - Audubon Zoo announced the names for its three newborn lion cubs on Wednesday. Born on Oct. 19, the cubs, consisting of two girls and one boy, are growing and showing their personalities more by the day, according to the zoo. The two girl cubs, Nandi,... more »