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• Several state governors meet with President Donald Trump to discuss ICE operations Play Video

  February 20, 2026 5:28 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Several state governors met with President Donald Trump on Friday to discuss ICE deployment and the Supreme Court's rulings on tariffs. More than 40 of the nation's governors are currently in Washington, D.C. for the National Governors Association's annual Winter Meeting. According to New York... more »

• BRPD corporal placed on leave following federal investigation Play Video

  February 20, 2026 3:06 PM

  BATON ROUGE — A corporal with the Baton Rouge Police Department was placed on administrative leave Wednesday after the department learned that she was part of a federal investigation. According to BRPD, Corporal Joanell Robinson was placed on administrative leave with her gun, badge and car being taken away.... more »

• Venezuelan man accused of participating in sex trafficking scheme enters guilty plea

  February 20, 2026 2:32 PM

  BATON ROUGE — A man accused of sex trafficking entered a guilty plea for conspiring to commit sex trafficking by force, fraud and coercion. According to court documents, Venezuelan citizen Allbert Herrera Machado entered a guilty plea in December for conspiring to commit sex trafficking by force, fraud and... more »

• Trader Joe's issues recall after consumers find glass in fried rice products

  February 20, 2026 1:06 PM

  BATON ROUGE — A chicken-fried rice product sold at Trader Joe's was recalled on Friday after several consumers complained about finding glass inside the product. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc., recalled over 3 million pounds of frozen chicken fried rice products that... more »

• Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center hosts black history program Play Video

  February 20, 2026 12:36 PM

  BATON ROUGE — The Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center hosted a black history program on Friday, honoring the legacy, culture, and contributions of African Americans. The event, hosted in collaboration with Councilwoman Twahna P. Harris, featured reflections, educational elements and community engagement designed to inform community members.... more »

• Louisiana leaders react following Supreme Court's decision to strike down Trump administration's tariffs Play Video

  February 20, 2026 12:06 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Several Louisiana leaders shared their opinions following the U.S. Supreme Court's decision to strike down President Donald Trump's tariffs on Friday. The tariffs, originally imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act and several trade acts, allowed the president to regulate importation. President Trump also... more »

• Several city council members in Zachary surprised by water bill fee

  February 16, 2026 6:12 PM

  ZACHARY — Residents in Zachary were surprised to receive a new $2 charge for technology on their water bills for January, according to a report by The Advocate . Zachary Councilwoman Brandy Westmoreland said the city council discussed implementing the fee several months ago, but decided that it was... more »

• 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 »

• Officer injured after being struck with metal pipe on Government Street, police say Play Video

  February 16, 2026 2:39 PM

  BATON ROUGE — An officer with the Baton Rouge Police Department was injured on Monday after being struck with a metal pipe. According to the department, the officer was responding to a report of a suspicious male hiding at the Circle K on Government Street around 10:15 a.m. ... more »

• Knock Knock Children's Museum invites kids to celebrate carnival season Play Video

  February 16, 2026 1:16 PM

  BATON ROUGE — The Knock Knock Children's Museum held its own Mardi Gras Celebration on Lundi Gras. On Monday, the museum invited visitors to celebrate carnival season at its annual Mardi Gras at the Museum featuring special Mardi Gras activities including arts and crafts, mini king cake decorating, crawfish... more »

• INVESTIGATIVE UNIT: Inmate, 32, dies at Elayn Hunt prison; 4 arrested for possessing contraband Play Video

  February 16, 2026 12:55 PM

  ST. GABRIEL — Another inmate died at Elayn Hunt Correctional Center over the weekend, with four people also being arrested at the facility for possessing contraband on prison property. According to the Iberville Parish Sheriff's Office, a 32-year-old inmate was found unresponsive in his cell over the weekend before... more »

• St. George Fire Department responds to structure fire on Chickamauga Avenue near Tiger Bend Road

  February 16, 2026 11:33 AM

  ST. GEORGE — The St. George Fire Department is currently working a structure fire on the 15500 block of Chickamauga Avenue near Tiger Bend Road. Fire officials ask that the public please avoid the area at this time. 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 »

• Victim in fatal shooting along Goodwood Boulevard identified Play Video

  February 16, 2026 9:48 AM

  BATON ROUGE — One person was killed and another injured following a fatal shooting along Goodwood Boulevard on Sunday evening. The shooting occurred around 7 p.m. in the 13400 block of Goodwood Boulevard near South Flannery Road, killing 43-year-old Joshua Young. According to the Baton Rouge Police Department,... more »

• Three people killed in I-12 crash near Albany on Sunday Play Video

  February 15, 2026 4:21 PM

  ALBANY — Three people were reported dead on Sunday after a two-vehicle crash on I-12 in Livingston Parish. According to officials, the crash occurred on I-12 westbound near mile marker 32 near Albany. Emergency responders arrived to find one of the vehicles on fire. Three people were pronounced... more »

• Thousands without power across Louisiana and Mississippi following overnight storms Play Video

  February 15, 2026 3:27 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Thousands of residents across Louisiana and Mississippi were left without power after storms moved across the region late Saturday night. As of 2 p.m. Sunday, nearly 6,000 customers in Louisiana remained without electricity, down from more than 8,000 earlier in the day. Damage, including fallen... more »

• Monday's LSU-Kent State baseball game scheduled to start at 6 p.m.

  February 15, 2026 2:40 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Monday's LSU-Kent State baseball game has been moved to 6 p.m., according to a post by the Tigers. The game, taking place at Alex Box Stadium, was originally scheduled to begin at 3 p.m. No. 2 LSU previously beat Milwaukee on Saturday afternoon, finishing with... more »

• Man arrested for attempted first-degree murder following a January shooting near Scenic Highway Play Video

  February 15, 2026 2:16 PM

  BATON ROUGE — A man was arrested for attempted first-degree murder following a January shooting at an Advance Auto Parts store on Scenic Highway. According to arrest records, responding officers with the Baton Rouge Police Department arrived at the scene of the shooting on Jan. 17 to find a... more »

• Louisiana State Police seize nearly 20 four-wheelers Saturday night near Canal Street in New Orleans

  February 15, 2026 12:10 PM

  NEW ORLEANS — Troopers with the Louisiana State Police seized nearly 20 four-wheelers Saturday night near Canal Street and Claiborne Avenue in New Orleans. According to state police, troopers conducted an enforcement operation in coordination with the Louisiana National Guard and the New Orleans Police Department after several four-wheelers... more »

• Zachary prepares for inaugural Mardi Gras parade with city-wide clean-up Play Video

  February 14, 2026 3:14 PM

  ZACHARY — As Zachary prepares for its inaugural Mardi Gras parade on Sunday, community members gathered for a city-wide clean-up. The Valentine's Day Community Clean-Up, sponsored by the Zachary Mardi Gras Parade, the city of Zachary and Keep Louisiana Beautiful, saw residents gather to pick up litter around the... 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 »

• Police attempting to identify person accused of stealing from CATS bus Play Video

  February 14, 2026 1:20 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Detectives with the Baton Rouge Police Department asked for the public's help in identifying a suspect who they believe stole a backpack from a CATS bus. The backpack allegedly contained personal identification documents and a bank card that was later used to make fraudulent transactions, according... more »

• New Roads man arrested for carrying live alligator down Bourbon Street, LDWF agents say Play Video

  February 14, 2026 12:57 PM

  NEW ORLEANS — A New Roads man was arrested by agents from the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries early Saturday morning after they allegedly found him carrying a live alligator on Bourbon Street. According to the department, around 1:30 a.m., agents patrolling the French Quarter observed 25-year-old Eurell... more »

• Mariner's Inn Restaurant and Bar shuts its doors after more than four decades of business Play Video

  February 14, 2026 11:00 AM

  HAMMOND — A popular restaurant in downtown Hammond announced that it will permanently close its doors on Wednesday. Mariner's Inn Restaurant and Bar announced on Saturday that after more than four decades of business, it will be shutting down and selling decor from the restaurant in an estate sale... more »

• What to know about the Homeland Security shutdown Play Video

  February 14, 2026 10:31 AM

  (AP) — Another shutdown for parts of the federal government has begun as a fight over proposed restrictions on President Donald Trump's immigration enforcement agenda drags on. Funding for the Department of Homeland Security expired on Saturday. Democrats say they will not help approve more money until the new... more »

• Franklin and Centerville Fire Departments respond to Friday night house fire on St. John Street Play Video

  February 14, 2026 10:10 AM

  FRANKLIN — The Franklin and Centerville Fire Departments responded to a Friday night house fire on St. John Street in Franklin. According to Franklin Fire Chief Chuck Bourgois, fire crews arrived around 6:15 p.m. to find fire coming from the rear of the home, with the residents safely waiting... more »

• 2 Make a Difference: The Steam Expo Play Video

  February 13, 2026 11:44 PM

  GREENSBURG — In this week's 2 Make a Difference, Sylvia Weatherspoon covers the St. Helena Parish Steam Expo, which provides experiences in science, technology, engineering, arts/agriculture and math outside of the classroom. If you know someone who makes a difference, send their name, contact information and a brief summary... more »

• U.S. Department of Education opens investigation into the Louisiana Board of Regents over DEI targets Play Video

  February 13, 2026 5:26 PM

  BATON ROUGE — The U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights opened an investigation into the Louisiana Board of Regents on Friday to determine if its Master Plan for Higher Education violated a portion of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 by allowing racially-exclusionary practices and initiatives. In... more »

• Washington Street exit set to close Wednesday Play Video

  February 13, 2026 5:15 PM

  BATON ROUGE — The Washington Street exit on Interstate 10 in East Baton Rouge Parish will permanently close later this month in an effort to improve safety and reduce traffic congestion. The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development announced work will begin Feb. 18 with nightly closures through Feb.... more »

• Community leaders hold celebration ahead of inaugural Zachary Mardi Gras Parade Play Video

  February 13, 2026 2:03 PM

  ZACHARY — Community leaders in Zachary held a celebration ahead of the Zachary Mardi Gras Parade on Friday at the Copper Mill Golf Club. The event, emceed by WBRZ's own April Davis, brought together organizers, sponsors and community leaders to share highlights and key moments behind bringing Mardi Gras... more »

• Zachary man sentenced to nearly 15 years in prison for possession of child pornography

  February 13, 2026 12:31 PM

  BATON ROUGE — A Zachary man was sentenced to nearly 15 years in federal prison for possession of child pornography following a 2018 arrest, according to the United States Department of Justice. Thomas Mills V, 59, was arrested in October 2018 after the Zachary Police Department responded to reports... more »

• Fiat Chrysler Automobiles issues "do not drive" warning for vehicles with unrepaired airbags

  February 13, 2026 10:46 AM

  BATON ROUGE — Fiat Chrysler Automobiles of the United States issued a "do not drive" warning for remaining Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and Ram vehicles with open and unrepaired Takata air bag recalls on Wednesday. According to FCA, over 67 million Takata airbags have been recalled in tens of millions... more »

• Gonzales Council votes to split use of baseball fields between travel, recreational team after striking out twice Play Video

  February 9, 2026 5:58 PM

  GONZALES - America's favorite pastime was back on the City of Gonzales agenda on Monday after an agreement failed to pass at the last two council meetings. The council, on Monday night, voted 3-2 to split the use of the city's eight baseball and softball fields between the Ascension... more »

• State Representative Stephanie Hilferty announces candidacy for Louisiana Public Service Commission District 1

  February 9, 2026 4:50 PM

  BATON ROUGE — State Representative Stephanie Hilferty announced her candidacy for the Louisiana Public Service Commission District 1 on Monday. Hilferty, a Republican, previously helped reform the New Orleans Sewage and Water Board, increasing oversight and improving transparency by fighting against unfair bill practices. "In 2026, no one... more »

• Sullivan road construction project pushed back to May Play Video

  February 9, 2026 4:20 PM

  CENTRAL- A long-running construction project on Sullivan Road will take at least another month to finish, renewing frustration for drivers who use the corridor daily. What was expected to be completed in April has now been pushed to May, Central Mayor Wade Evans confirmed this week. Evans 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 »

• Vatican again OKs Archbishop Fulton Sheen beatification after 2019 ceremony derailed at last minute Play Video

  February 9, 2026 12:08 PM

  ROME (AP) — The Vatican has given the green light, again, to beatify Archbishop Fulton Sheen, the popular U.S. radio and TV preacher whose path to sainthood was derailed first by a lengthy court battle over his remains and then by concerns about how he handled clergy sexual misconduct cases.... more »

• Lane closures begin along Nicholson Drive for construction of MOVEBR Bus Rapid Transit project Play Video

  February 9, 2026 11:13 AM

  BATON ROUGE — Temporary single-lane closures are planned to begin on Monday along Nicholson Drive as construction continues for the MOVEBR Bus Rapid Transit project. The project aims to connect North Baton Rouge, downtown and LSU through a central bus route, spanning nine and a half miles from Tiger... more »

• Third annual Hearts for Heroes tribute transforms Davis Rhorer Plaza at City Hall Play Video

  February 9, 2026 10:49 AM

  BATON ROUGE — Mayor-President Sid Edwards, along with the Mayor's Advisory Council on Veterans Affairs and Baton Rouge City Constable Terrica Williams, hosted the third annual Hearts for Heroes tribute on Monday at City Hall. The tribute honors veterans of East Baton Rouge Parish by transforming the Davis Rhorer... more »

• Boil water advisory issued for Pine Heaven area in Livingston Play Video

  February 9, 2026 9:54 AM

  LIVINGSTON — A boil water advisory was issued for the Pine Heaven area in Livingston on Monday morning. According to officials, a water sample will be submitted for testing today, and the public will be notified as soon as the results return. more »

• Petite Princess Company hosts Family Friendly Mardi Gras Ball at the Old Governor's Mansion Play Video

  February 8, 2026 7:28 PM

  BATON ROUGE — The Petite Princess Company hosted a Family Friendly Mardi Gras Ball on Sunday at the Old Governor's Mansion. Parents and children decorated King Cakes, listened to fairytales and participated in a second line with their favorite princesses. "Well, we're sharing quite a few traditions already... more »

• Mid City Gras rolls down North Boulevard in Baton Rouge Play Video

  February 8, 2026 7:03 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Mid City Gras rolled down North Boulevard in Baton Rouge on Sunday. The annual Mardi Gras parade featured handmade throws, many of which show the iconic squirrel mascot. One crew in the parade featured several teachers, one of whom was giving out gifts made by... more »

• Four arrested for allegedly bringing contraband to Elayn Hunt Correctional Center Play Video

  February 8, 2026 4:33 PM

  ST. GABRIEL — According to arrest records, four people were arrested on Saturday for allegedly bringing contraband to the Elayn Hunt Correctional Center in Iberville Parish. Corey Kitts, 27, Yolanda Jones, 45, Michael Phipps, 61, and Robert Wiley, 31, were all arrested at the facility and booked into the... more »

• Louisiana fixes errors in food stamp program in an attempt to avoid a $95 million penalty Play Video

  February 8, 2026 12:42 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Louisiana state health officials are attempting to fix errors in the state's food assistance program, which currently feeds one out of every five Louisiana families, in an attempt to avoid a $95 million federal penalty, according to a report by The Advocate . The potential penalty... more »

• Six former LSU Tigers to appear in Super Bowl, continuing 25-year streak Play Video

  February 8, 2026 11:05 AM

  BATON ROUGE — This Super Bowl Sunday, viewers can expect to see six former LSU Tigers on the field. The match between New England and Seattle isn't the first time that the Tigers have been represented in the big game. 87 former LSU players have appeared on rosters... more »

• Man arrested following pursuit that ended when vehicle crashed into sugar cane field Play Video

  February 8, 2026 10:10 AM

  BRUSLY — A man was arrested after a police chase originating from Port Allen ended in a crash in Brusly on Saturday night. According to the Port Allen Police Department, officers were dispatched around 10 p.m. to a hit-and-run near the area of La. 1 and Avenue G. ... more »

• Lindsey Vonn crashes in Olympic downhill, taken away by helicopter as US teammate Johnson wins gold Play Video

  February 8, 2026 9:33 AM

  CORTINA D'AMPEZZO, Italy (AP) — Lindsey Vonn's defiant bid to win the Winter Olympic downhill at the age of 41, on a rebuilt right knee and a badly injured left knee, ended Sunday in a frightening crash that saw her taken to safety by a rescue helicopter for the second... more »

• Krewe of Ascension's Mambo Parade rolls through Gonzales Play Video

  February 7, 2026 7:40 PM

  GONZALES — The Krewe of Ascension's Mambo Parade rolled through Gonzales on Saturday afternoon. The parade featured several marching bands from local schools, including Donaldsonville, East Ascension, White Castle, and Plaquemine high schools, as well as dance troops and bikers. Gonzales Mayor Tim Riley said this was the... more »

• Anti-ICE protestors gather on College Drive following school walkouts in Baton Rouge

  February 7, 2026 4:15 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Protestors with Indivisible Baton Rouge gathered on College Drive on Saturday to protest ICE operations in the country following the death of two U.S. citizens in Minneapolis. The protest follows a walkout staged by Liberty Magnet High School students on Friday, showing how operations have affected... more »

• Town of Addis hosts annual Mardi Gras Parade and Mambo and Market event Play Video

  February 7, 2026 3:13 PM

  ADDIS — Families gathered in the town of Addis on Saturday for the annual Mardi Gras parade. The parade, previously organized by the Addis Fireman's Ladies Auxiliary, rolled through the town, being followed by the Addis Mardi Gras Mambo and Market hosted by the Louisiana Artisan Marketplace. The... more »

• Butchers and chefs gather for Chef John Folse's Boucherie and Bourbon event Play Video

  February 7, 2026 2:30 PM

  BATON ROUGE — About 100 butchers and chefs gathered at the White Oak Estate and Gardens on Saturday to participate in Chef John Folse's Boucherie and Bourbon event. The boucherie, or hog killing, is a historical tradition in Louisiana that takes place during the winter months. The French word... more »

• Pakistan arrests 4 suspects in mosque bombing that killed 31

  February 7, 2026 12:54 PM

  ISLAMABAD (AP) — Pakistani security forces raided multiple locations and arrested four suspects, including the alleged mastermind, behind a suicide bombing at a Shiite mosque on the outskirts of the capital that killed 31 people, the interior minister said Saturday. The announcement by Mohsin Naqvi came a day after... more »

• Four arrested after search warrant leads to drug bust in Baton Rouge Play Video

  February 7, 2026 12:26 PM

  BATON ROUGE — The Baton Rouge Police Department announced the arrest of four people on Saturday following a search warrant in connection with suspected drug trafficking. According to police, the warrant was executed at a residence on North 38th Street on Feb. 3 after receiving numerous complaints from citizens... 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 »

• Ascension and Iberville teachers learn about carbon capture at LSU

  February 6, 2026 7:35 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Teachers from Ascension and Iberville parishes gathered at the LSU Petroleum Engineering Research, Technology and Training Laboratory on Friday to implement the Tapia Carbon Project. The Tapia Carbon Project is a classroom program that focuses on how humans impact the environment through carbon capture and storage.... more »

• Baton Rouge businesses prepare for Mardi Gras revenue boost Play Video

  February 6, 2026 7:20 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Some of the biggest parades in the Capital City will roll over the next two weekends. The parades are expected to give local businesses a big revenue boost. It may not be New Orleans, but parades in Baton Rouge draw thousands of people and millions of... more »

• River Parishes Community College breaks ground on new Hyundai Steel training center Play Video

  February 6, 2026 6:33 PM

  DONALDSONVILLE — River Parishes Community College, alongside Hyundai Steel , broke ground on a new training center in Donaldsonville on Friday. The new training center, planned to open in 2027, will offer students of RPCC a new steel-industry-focused curriculum aligned directly to Hyundai Steel's workforce needs. The new... more »

• WBRZ Investigative Unit: New Roads officials silent on recent police department controversies Play Video

  February 6, 2026 6:05 PM

  NEW ROADS — The New Roads Police Department is once again fighting controversy following the arrest of an officer for selling drugs. Quincy Lathers was arrested by the East Baton Rouge Sheriff's Office for allegedly selling oxycodone to a confidential informant during a controlled buy. According to the... more »

• Southern University plans to open the JagFresh Farmers Market this spring Play Video

  February 6, 2026 5:48 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Southern University plans to open the JagFresh Farmers Market this spring, selling everything from goat soap to honey to eggs. The new initiative, created in partnership with the United States Department of Agriculture, launched as a pilot program last year, with Southern University being one of... 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 »

• U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs grants lease for new outpatient clinic in St. George

  February 6, 2026 3:11 PM

  ST. GEORGE — U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy announced on Friday that the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has awarded a lease for a new community-based outpatient clinic in Baton Rouge. According to Cassidy, the new clinic will feature over 100,000 square feet of clinical space, allowing the Department of... more »

• Man arrested for allegedly stealing money from casino gaming machines, deputies search for second suspect Play Video

  February 6, 2026 1:58 PM

  PORT ALLEN — A man was arrested by the West Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office for allegedly stealing money from casino game machines in several locations throughout the parish. According to West Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff Jeff Bergeron, an investigation into the thefts began in early December following reports... more »

• American Heart Association's Go Red for Women movement hosts event for National Wear Red Day Play Video

  February 6, 2026 1:24 PM

  BATON ROUGE — The American Heart Association's Go Red for Women movement hosted an event for National Wear Red Day at the L'Auberge Casino in Baton Rouge on Friday. The event brought attention to cardiovascular disease, which remains the leading cause of death for women. According to the association,... more »