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Former St. Gabriel police officer pleads guilty to malfeasance Play Video
December 19, 2025 5:43 PM
PLAQUEMINE - Former police officer Stacy Paul will no longer be allowed to work in law enforcement in the state of Louisiana after pleading guilty to malfeasance in office. The 26-year-old was arrested twice in May for seven counts of malfeasance. Paul worked as an officer in White... more » -
Iberville Parish deputies ask for help finding missing man last seen three weeks ago Play Video
December 11, 2025 4:48 PM
PLAQUEMINE — The Iberville Parish Sheriff's Office asked for the public's help Thursday in finding a missing man who was last seen three weeks ago. Deputies said Darrell Hebert has not been seen by his family since Nov. 20 in the Plaquemine area. Anyone with information about Hebert's... more » -
St. Gabriel church worried proposed bridge location impacts property Play Video
December 10, 2025 11:35 PM
IBERVILLE PARISH - One church in St. Gabriel is concerned about a proposed location for DOTD's new bridge, saying the site would cut across its property. On Tuesday and Wednesday, DOTD held meetings in Iberville Parish to discuss progress regarding a new Mississippi River Bridge and show the three... more » -
Students at St. John School in Plaquemine are giving back this holiday season with a food drive Play Video
November 15, 2025 2:28 PM
PLAQUEMINE - Elementary students at St. John School in Plaquemine are giving back to the community this holiday season with a food drive. Students spent the last two weeks filling up boxes and hallways across the campus with non-perishable food items. So far, the school has collected over... more » -
Fundraiser to be held Sunday for Iberville deputies killed, injured in shooting Play Video
November 14, 2025 6:42 PM
BATON ROUGE - A fundraiser is being held Sunday at the Court to Table pickleball court for two Iberville deputies after a shooting left one dead and another hospitalized. The fundraiser will take place from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. to support the families of Charles Riley and Brett... more » -
Military veterans, fallen deputy honored at annual Iberville Salute to Veterans Play Video
November 11, 2025 5:59 PM
PLAQUEMINE — Fallen Iberville Parish Sheriff's Deputy Charles Riley was honored alongside U.S. veterans at the annual Iberville Salute to Veterans on Tuesday. The Veterans Day event was held at the Veterans Memorial in Plaquemine and featured the Iberville Wall of Veterans, which displays pictures of more than 2,000... more » -
Capt. Brett Stassi Jr. released from hospital one month after shooting at Iberville Parish courthouse Play Video
November 6, 2025 11:11 AM
PLAQUEMINE — Capt. Brett Stassi Jr., an Iberville Parish deputy hospitalized in a shooting at the Iberville courthouse in October, has been released from the hospital, officials said Thursday. Stassi, the son of Sheriff Brett Stassi, was injured in the Oct. 6 shooting in Plaquemine that also left deputy... more » -
Iberville Parish: Tax notices did not include municipal taxes, new notices being sent to residents Play Video
November 6, 2025 8:34 AM
PLAQUEMINE — Property tax notices sent out to Iberville Parish taxpayers "inadvertently excluded municipal taxes," the sheriff's and assessor's offices said. Residents of Plaquemine, White Castle or Maringouin who received a 2025 property tax notice, mailed out on Oct. 30, will receive a revised property tax notice that includes... more » -
Deputies: Man accused of bringing gun into Plaquemine bar is convicted felon, barred from owning firearms Play Video
October 30, 2025 10:08 AM
PLAQUEMINE — A Baton Rouge man was arrested after a gun he was barred from owning as a convicted felon went off at a Plaquemine nightclub. John Weldon Green, 52, was arrested on Wednesday night after the incident at Club Secrets around 8:30 p.m. According to the Iberville... more » -
2une In Previews: Iberville Parish opening discussions about new master plan to community Play Video
October 30, 2025 8:33 AM
PLAQUEMINE — The Iberville Parish government is developing a new master plan for the future of the parish. The parish-wide master planning initiative, One Iberville, will guide its future infrastructure investments, economic development and community improvements. As the plan develops, the One Iberville project team is hosting a... more » -
DOTD closing one lane of Bayou Jacob Road in Plaquemine daily through Halloween as crews repair beams Play Video
October 20, 2025 6:54 AM
PLAQUEMINE — The Department of Transportation and Development will be closing one lane of La. 77 in Plaquemine daily for the next several days. The closure, which will see one southbound lane of La. 77, also known as Bayou Jacob Road, be closed from Nuttall Road to approximately 300... more » -
Iberville Parish deputy killed in shooting honored; blood drive for deputy still fighting for his life Play Video
October 7, 2025 10:45 AM
PLAQUEMINE — Sheriff Brett Stassi thanked the Iberville Parish community Tuesday morning after his son and another deputy were shot outside the Iberville Parish courthouse, leaving one deputy dead and his son hospitalized. "We lost a hero last night," Stassi said about the Monday night shooting. "Deputy Charles Riley,... more » -
Louisiana sets public briefings for new Mississippi River bridge south of Baton Rouge Play Video
September 29, 2025 4:39 PM
PLAQUEMINE — State highway officials have scheduled a set of public briefings as it considers where to build a new bridge over the Mississippi River south of Baton Rouge, now that federal transportation officials have given the go-ahead. “We are excited to reach this important milestone on this vital... more » -
Western Iberville Parish residents under boil advisory; Crescent Elementary to reopen Tuesday Play Video
September 8, 2025 7:33 AM
PLAQUEMINE — A boil water advisory was put in place for the western part of Iberville Parish on Monday. According to the Iberville Parish Utility Department, Plaquemine residents in the Iberville Parish Intracoastal Water System West are under advisory until the state health department's tests indicate no contamination in... more » -
Authorities identify 29-year-old man killed in Plaquemine hit-and-run; suspect arrested Play Video
September 3, 2025 12:36 PM
PLAQUEMINE — One person was killed in a fatal hit-and-run in Plaquemine on Wednesday morning, Louisiana State Police said. Kade Dupree, 29, was killed in the hit-and-run while walking along La. 75 "just below Jack Miller's Landing," Iberville Parish Sheriff Brett Stassi added. State Police responded around 6:45 a.m.... more » -
Plaquemine will be without power for two hours early Friday morning as crews repair damaged substation Play Video
July 31, 2025 3:25 PM
PLAQUEMINE — Plaquemine officials said customers will be without power during the early hours of Friday morning for repairs after lightning struck an electrical substation. According to the city, the strike happened during Wednesday's severe weather, which also caused outages across the capital region. The lightning strike damaged... more » -
Iberville Parish: Water restored, boil advisory in place Play Video
July 23, 2025 12:40 PM
PLAQUEMINE — East Iberville Water customers should have their water restored as of 6:47 p.m. Wednesday. Officials advise there may be little pressure until the system is full of water. The boil advisory remains in effect until water testing sampling is completing. more » -
Man arrested for alleged hit-and-run that damaged Iberville Parish utility line Play Video
July 23, 2025 12:35 PM
PLAQUEMINE — A man was arrested after allegedly crashing a car into a utility pole in Iberville Parish. Cotty Reid, 39, was arrested Monday on hit-and-run charges after deputies responded to the crash along Bayou Road to find an unoccupied vehicle. Reid, a Pitkin resident, was eventually identified... more » -
Iberville officials frustrated amid delays in new Mississippi River bridge review process
July 1, 2025 1:52 PM
BATON ROUGE — The review process for another Mississippi River bridge connecting La. 1 in Plaquemine to La. 30 in Iberville Parish has been delayed. At a Capital Area Road Bridge District meeting on Monday, leaders of the bridge project said a review under the National Environmental Policy Act... more » -
Iberville charter program launches early college option Play Video
June 23, 2025 9:53 AM
PLAQUEMINE - Iberville Charter Academy announced the launch of its early college option, with enrollment opening for 9th graders. The initiative is designed to give students a head start on their college and career paths. Key elements of the early college option, according to ICA, include college credit,... more » -
History on display at Lock House grand re-opening Play Video
June 13, 2025 4:54 PM
PLAQUEMINE - Taking shelter from the rain Friday morning was a large group of people witnessing the grand re-opening of the Plaquemine Lock State Historic Site. The project, directed by the Friends of the Lock , is a result of funding from the state, parish, city, and numerous donors. ... more » -
Plaquemine man accused of distributing child pornography arrested Play Video
June 12, 2025 10:43 AM
LIVINGSTON — Deputies arrested a Plaquemine man accused of distributing child pornography. Houston Cavalier, 60, was arrested June 3 on 10 counts of pornography involving juveniles. According to Livingston Parish deputies, eight of the ten files Cavalier is accused of possessing and distributing depicted children under the age... more » -
Funeral arrangements announced for local pastor who died Sunday
June 9, 2025 12:48 PM
PLAQUEMINE - The funeral arrangements for Father Gregory J. Daigle, who died after taking ill during mass Sunday, have been announced. Daigle's services will be held at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church in Plaquemine on Thursday from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. with the funeral mass beginning at... more » -
Three employees accused of stealing game consoles from Iberville Parish business Play Video
June 6, 2025 5:43 PM
PLAQUEMINE — Three men were arrested after allegedly stealing game consoles from a store they worked at in Iberville Parish. Deputies said that Dorian Battiste, 20, Jeremy Price, 31, and Rico White, 29, are all being charged with felony theft after gaming consoles were stolen. The Iberville Parish... more » -
WBRZ FLASHBACK: 1989 tornado outbreak Play Video
June 5, 2025 7:52 AM
BATON ROUGE — This week in WBRZ history, a massive tornado outbreak struck Louisiana. On June 8, 1989, 12 tornadoes touched down, including one hitting Grosse Tete. The destruction tore through several homes and left people trapped under rubble, leaving first responders to work for hours with chainsaws to... more » -
'American Idol' finalist John Foster returns to Addis after series of musical tributes to Louisiana Play Video
May 14, 2025 10:29 AM
ADDIS - "American Idol" finalist John Foster is returning home to West Baton Rouge Parish after a season-long run performing songs representing the capital region and Louisiana. After a pep rally hosted by Foster's alma mater Brusly High School, the Addis native was honored with a parade along... more » -
Second Plaquemine ferry returns from service in Cameron Parish Play Video
May 13, 2025 11:41 AM
PLAQUEMINE - The second ferry in Plaquemine is returning to service in Iberville Parish on Tuesday afternoon after being used in Cameron Parish for the last month. The boat was serving Cameron Parish while the parish's ferry was being repaired. Tuesday afternoon, the ferry will be up and running... more » -
Plaquemine ferry out of service Thursday afternoon after sustaining damage Play Video
May 8, 2025 2:36 PM
PLAQUEMINE - The Plaquemine ferry will be out of service on Thursday, May 8 due to damage it sustained from a vehicle on board. The ferry, which normally runs from 4 a.m. to 9 p.m., will be out of service for the remainder of Thursday. Officials said the boat... more » -
Plaquemine man killed in two-vehicle crash on La. 75 Play Video
April 30, 2025 10:32 PM
PLAQUEMINE - A man died after a two-vehicle crash Wednesday morning on Louisiana Highway 75 and Mendoza Road, Louisiana State Police said. Daniel Hall, 36, of Plaquemine lost control of his vehicle, crossed the centerline and collided with a Mack truck in the other lane, according to officials. ... more » -
2une In Previews: 4th annual Senior Citizen Fish Fry Play Video
April 18, 2025 7:53 AM
PLAQUEMINE - In just a few hours, senior citizens will be welcomed to the 4th annual Senior Citizen Fish Fry, a chance for members of the community to come together and enjoy a meal on Good Friday. The fry is being held at True Hope Missionary Baptist Church in... more » -
Dozens of employers will be in Plaquemine for annual job fair on Wednesday
March 25, 2025 1:06 PM
PLAQUEMINE — On Wednesday, job seekers can meet with nearly 90 employers at the annual Career Expo and Job Fair in Plaquemine. The Geaux Jobs Center partners with the Iberville Parish and West Baton Rouge Chamber of Commerce to host the annual Career Expo and Job Fair, which brings... more » -
4th annual Senior Citizen Fish Fry set for Plaquemine residents this April
February 26, 2025 1:31 PM
PLAQUEMINE — The True Hope Missionary Baptist Church will host its 4th annual Senior Citizen Fish Fry event this April. The church, led by Pastor Kevin Snaril, hosts a celebration for Plaquemine residents that aims to gather and honor senior citizens in the community. Attendees can expect a... more » -
Both Plaquemine ferries out of service Thursday morning
February 25, 2025 1:25 PM
PLAQUEMINE - The second Plaquemine ferry that runs early in the morning and during the afternoon commute will be temporarily out of service Thursday. The ferry will be out of service Thursday morning for a routine annual inspection. It is expected to be back in service by the... more » -
Constant vibrations disrupting Plaquemine man's quality of life, requests change Play Video
January 29, 2025 4:47 PM
PLAQUEMINE - One man says his home is vibrating non-stop from a barge cleaning company across the river. He contacted 2 On Your Side after his calls for help to parish and state officials have seemingly done nothing. If you stand outside of Kyte Aymond's home on Court Street... more » -
Plaquemine/Sunshine ferry operation schedule changes ahead of anticipated snowfall Play Video
January 20, 2025 2:55 PM
PLAQUEMINE — The Plaquemine/Sunshine ferry in Iberville Parish will have a modified service schedule starting Monday. The Department of Transportation and Development said that due to winter weather, including several inches of potential snowfall, ferry service will begin at 6 a.m. instead of the normal 4:30 a.m. An... more » -
Woman killed, off-duty police officer injured after two-car collision in Plaquemine Play Video
January 10, 2025 11:56 AM
PLAQUEMINE — A woman was killed and an off-duty Addis police officer was injured when two cars collided on Belleview Drive near Milly Plantation Road in Plaquemine on Friday. The two drivers were traveling in opposite directions on Belleview Drive when the woman's car lost control and spun out... more » -
Plaquemine city hall has phone, internet again after outage caused by downed line took out services Play Video
December 9, 2024 10:49 AM
PLAQUEMINE — Phones and internet services in Plaquemine's city hall are up and running again after a power outage in the city, government officials said Monday. As of 1 p.m., a spokesperson said city offices had phone lines restored. She added that, while the internet connection is spotty in... more » -
Two Addis men accused of vehicle burglaries in Iberville Parish arrested Play Video
December 5, 2024 12:28 PM
PLAQUEMINE — Two Addis men accused of breaking into cars and stealing guns from them across Iberville Parish over the weekend were arrested by deputies. Joshua Lachney, 19, and Damarion Sanders, 18, were both arrested by Iberville Parish deputies, Sheriff Brett Stassi said Thursday. Stassi told WBRZ that... more » -
Plaquemine mayoral race set for run-off election in December Play Video
November 6, 2024 6:35 PM
PLAQUEMINE — Voters in the City of Plaquemine were unable to decide on a new mayor Tuesday, with no candidate reaching 50 percent of the vote. Independent John "JB" Barker and Democrat Timmy Martinez will now head to a run-off election. Barker led the way with 1,569 votes... more » -
Second Plaquemine/Sunshine ferry out of service due to mechanical issues
October 23, 2024 4:11 PM
PLAQUEMINE — The second Plaquemine/Sunshine ferry in Iberville Parish is temporarily out of service due to mechanical issues, the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development said Wednesday. LaDOTD said that new parts have been ordered for the ferry and that service is expected to resume late next week. ... more » -
Several Iberville Parish students taken to hospital with minor injuries after bus crash in Addis Play Video
October 22, 2024 10:50 AM
ADDIS - A loaded Iberville Parish school bus collided with an SUV on Tuesday morning when its driver turned from the wrong lane in West Baton Rouge Parish. Twenty students were on the bus when the crash happened on LA 1 near Sid Richardson Road in Addis around 8:45... more » -
Train collides with cane truck in White Castle; no injuries reported Play Video
October 15, 2024 11:33 AM
WHITE CASTLE - A train ran into a cane truck on the tracks in Iberville Parish Tuesday morning. The Iberville Parish Sheriff's Office said the crash happened in White Castle. Pictures from the scene showed the front cab of the truck appeared to have taken the most damage, and... more » -
Plaquemine area placed on temporary shelter-in-place due to pipeline leak at ExxonMobil plant Play Video
October 11, 2024 11:08 AM
PLAQUEMINE - A temporary shelter-in-place order was issued in Plaquemine due to a pipeline leak in an area near Plaquemine High School. The Iberville Parish Office of Emergency Preparedness said the office was notified of the leak just south of the school Friday morning. The Pecan Meadow area was... more » -
Plaquemine Dow plant is flaring and will be for a few days; officials say this is normal, site is stable Play Video
September 20, 2024 10:43 AM
PLAQUEMINE - Have you seen bright flashes coming from the west side in the last few days? The Dow plant began flaring Thursday morning and will be doing so for a handful of days to come. Officials say flaring is a normal part of plant operations. "The flares... more » -
MSA West in Iberville evacuated after students, faculty report smell of burning wires
September 16, 2024 10:00 AM
PLAQUEMINE - MSA West in Iberville Parish was evacuated as a precautionary measure Monday morning after students and faculty reported the smell of burning wires. The Iberville Parish Sheriff's Office confirmed the evacuation and the smell. There was no immediate word on the cause of the smell. The... more » -
Historical Plaquemine Lock to undergo million dollar restoration project Play Video
August 13, 2024 1:11 PM
PLAQUEMINE - The crown jewel of Plaquemine is now under construction. The Friends of the Plaquemine Lock kicked off a $1 million restoration project for the Gary J. Hebert Lock House. The project has been roughly two years in the making. The refurbishment will include extensive repairs to... more » -
Port Allen city administrator seeks mayor's post but tax records list his residence as Plaquemine
July 23, 2024 2:36 PM
PORT ALLEN — Port Allen City Administrator Lance Joseph has filed papers to run for mayor, but Iberville Parish tax documents show that he enjoys a tax break on property he owns in Plaquemine, 14 miles away. Residency there would make him ineligible to seek the mayor's post. State... more » -
Incorrect bills traced to one meter reader, customer issues continue in Plaquemine Play Video
July 5, 2024 3:57 PM
PLAQUEMINE - The City of Plaquemine says a number of incorrect utility bills were traced back to one meter reader and that meter reader is no longer with the city. The city says the bills have been sorted out, but some utility customers who have reached out to 2... more » -
Iberville Parish to host community meeting to address concerns regarding Grosse Tete Bridge closure Play Video
July 1, 2024 12:33 PM
GROSSE TETE- Iberville Parish Government officials will host a community meeting to discuss the ongoing Grosse Tete Bridge closure on Tuesday at 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Bayou Blue Fire Department on Intracoastal Road in Plaquemine. Officials say residents will have an opportunity to address their concerns as... more » -
Plaquemine man accused of second-degree murder in death of uncle; mom accused of obstruction Play Video
June 8, 2024 10:31 AM
PLAQUEMINE — A Plaquemine man was accused Saturday of killing his uncle during an argument, and the accused man's mother was charged with obstructing a police investigation. Deandre Devon Dorsey, 19, is accused of killing Balize Mitchell Jr., 43, whose body was found with bullet wounds Friday morning. Dorsey's... more » -
One wanted after person killed in Plaquemine homicide Friday
June 7, 2024 11:17 PM
PLAQUEMINE - One person is wanted after a homicide in Plaquemine Friday, according to the Plaquemine Police Department. Officials say Balize Mitchell Jr. died as a result of the homicide. Deandre Devon Dorsey is wanted for one count of obstruction of justice and one count of failure to report... more » -
Family at odds with utility company over high bills, unanswered questions Play Video
June 6, 2024 5:37 PM
PLAQUEMINE - A family in Iberville Parish says the city's utility company has some explaining to do. Pat Huesmann says his utility bills range from $200 to $1,200 with an outlier at almost $11,000. Huesmann says there's no rhyme or reason why they fluctuate so much and wants answers.... more » -
Plaquemine murder suspect arrested in Texas Play Video
June 6, 2024 12:51 PM
PLAQUEMINE - A man accused of killing a 23-year-old in Plaquemine on Tuesday evening has been arrested, according to the Plaquemine Police Department. Rashad Seals allegedly shot 23-year-old Jaheim Gailes around 8:30 p.m. Tuesday along Bourgoyne Street. Officers believe Rashad Seals walked up to the Gailes' home and began... more » -
Plaquemine mayor recovering from surgery after off-roading accident
November 24, 2023 3:28 PM
PLAQUEMINE - Mayor Ed. Reeves Jr. had a successful surgery Saturday after he was hurt Friday morning while off-roading on a hunting excursion. The City of Plaquemine said Reeves was on a 4-wheeler when he struck a large hole and the vehicle flipped, landing on top of him. ... more » -
Iberville Veterans Day event moves indoors due to gloomy weather
November 10, 2023 9:23 AM
PLAQUEMINE - The Iberville Salute to Veterans event will take place inside -- at the Carl Grant Civic Center -- due to the weather. The tribute to the men and women who serve the nation features the "Victory Belles" performance trio and the U.S. Coast Guard Silent Drill Team... more » -
Plaquemine man in custody to face attempted murder counts
November 6, 2023 12:45 PM
PLAQUEMINE - The Iberville Parish Sheriff's Office on Monday arrested a suspect wanted on two counts of attempted murder. The department said it was looking for Donald Ray Dupuy, a Plaquemine man who was last known to reside in the 58000 block of Bell Street. Shortly after it... more » -
Funeral services Saturday for Plaquemine woman killed in I-55 pile-up
October 26, 2023 1:27 PM
PLAQUEMINE - Friends and family will gather this weekend to remember and lay to rest a young Plaquemine woman killed in a massive chain-reaction crash on I-55 on Monday. Corinne Anna Hebert, 21, was among the 8 people who died when 168 vehicles smashed into each other in heavy... more » -
City of Plaquemine advising residents that 2015 bills were sent in error
September 26, 2023 3:53 PM
PLAQUEMINE - Residents of Plaquemine who have received "late notices" on bills from eight years ago should disregard them, city officials said on Tuesday. They were sent in error. City leaders said the mailing was the result of a glitch involving a contractor that processes the bills. They began... more » -
New cameras, signage in place at Plaquemine parks following 2022 vandalism
August 18, 2023 3:24 PM
PLAQUEMINE - New cameras and signage touting rules and regulations are in place at City of Plaquemine parks following a destructive vandalism spree last fall . The mayor called for the changes after two teenagers were arrested for setting vehicles on fire and tearing down signs at one area... more » -
Fire at Dow burned for 33 hours after explosion Play Video
July 17, 2023 5:42 PM
PLAQUEMINE - Dow told WBRZ Monday that the fire which caused people to shelter inside burned for nearly 33 hours and was finally extinguished Sunday morning. Dow says the fire erupted in the Glycol unit and sent a plume of smoke and flames shooting high into the night sky.... more » -
WATCH: Nearly 40 rounds fired during drive-by shooting captured on camera Play Video
June 2, 2023 4:33 PM
PLAQUEMINE — Iberville Parish Sheriff Brett Stassi said nearly 40 rounds were fired at a passing car on Barrow Street on May 20, in response to another shooting that occurred earlier in the night. The drive-by shooting was captured on a Ring doorbell camera. Watch live newscasts here ... more » -
Woman's car damaged thanks to gas pump mix-up; insurance company steps up after calls from 2 On Your Side Play Video
September 29, 2022 3:44 PM
ADDIS - A month ago, 2 On Your Side shared a story about a woman who filled her car up with diesel thanks to a mix-up at a gas station in Plaquemine. The oil company's insurance adjuster was giving her a hard time and wouldn't cover the cost of repairs... more » -
NAKAMOTO: Woman claims police chief asked for oral sex to get her boyfriend out of trouble Play Video
August 29, 2022 5:16 PM
PLAQUEMINE- Police Chief Kenny Payne is under a criminal investigation tied to allegations he solicited a sexual favor in exchange for getting a woman's boyfriend out of trouble. The woman, who did not want us to use her name, agreed to show her face because she wanted Payne to... more » -
Already-decreasing gas prices to go down even more Play Video
March 31, 2022 6:48 PM
PLAQUEMINE - Drivers filling up their tanks at the Circle K in Plaquemine on Thursday noticed the price of gas going down since its recent spike, but they say it's still too high. "Last week it was $4.20 here, but still terrible," driver Paul Plaster said. "I only... more » -
Plaquemine park closed after being vandalized with explicit graffiti
January 6, 2022 7:40 PM
PLAQUEMINE - The Fort Area Park in Plaquemine is closed after being vandalized with explicit graffiti. Police say the park sidewalks were spray-painted with "explicit foul language." The park will remain closed until the sidewalks can be cleaned. According to the Plaquemine Police Department, this is the third... more »