Keeping a tab on bills that could impact menhaden operations off Louisiana’s coast
Travels from Baton Rouge and points north to Fourchon and/or Grand Isle are so much easier and quicker these days. Once upon a time, this trip meant getting across the Mississippi River somehow, then getting to LA 308 (somehow), then getting to Golden Meadow where you could cross Bayou Lafourche, then getting on LA 1 to this end-of-our-world destination. Four...
BREC Commission defers sales of some parks as others move forward
BATON ROUGE — The BREC Commission deferred a final vote on Thursday to declare several parks obsolete in order to authorize the sale of the land, according to a report by The Advocate. Out of the eight parks up for consideration, Alexander Street, Dover Street, Lanier Drive, an outparcel...
Friday PM Forecast: strong storms possible overnight into Saturday
Multiple rounds of showers and thunderstorms are possible over the weekend, some of which could even be strong. On the other hand, both days should have a lot of dry time for outdoor events. So while no cancellations should be necessary, stay in touch with the weather for quickly changing conditions.
Benzene emissions on the Gulf Coast rank among U.S. worst
On any given day in Manchester, a predominantly Latino neighborhood pressed against the Houston Ship Channel, the air can carry a faintly sweet chemical edge. Residents there live within a mile of more than a dozen refineries and petrochemical plants, and the compound most responsible for that edge is benzene, a volatile organic chemical the […]
New sushi and hibachi spot opening in Denham Springs
Guests can try sushi, hibachi, poke bowls, Asian snacks, and more at Holy Express Sushi & Hibachi in Denham Springs.
Area cleared after bomb threat made near 2 Baton Rouge high schools
Two Baton Rouge high schools were placed on lockdown Friday morning as a precaution due to a bomb threat reported at a nearby synagogue, but the scene was cleared and no threat was found.
Area law enforcement has trained inside the mall to prepare for what happened, former...
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - Former BRPD police chief says law enforcement was ready for a critical incident like what happened at the Mall of Louisiana Thursday when two groups started shooting inside the mall. That shooting happened on Thursday, April 23, as people were eating lunch in the food...
Live updates: Victim named in Mall of Louisiana shooting; officials to hold press conference
One person was killed and five more were injured in a gunfight at the Mall of Louisiana Thursday afternoon. Baton Rouge-area Bishop Michael Duca released a statement urging the community to pray. Read the full statement below:. Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ:. With heavy hearts, the entire Baton Rouge...
Iberville deputies arrest man accused of Plaquemine electronic theft; IPSO searching for another suspect
PLAQUEMINE — One person was arrested on felony theft charges for stealing more than $1,000 of electronics from a Plaquemine store, Iberville Sheriff Brett Stassi said. Joshua Myers, 33, was arrested after the Monday theft at a national retailer, Stassi said. Another person, 31-year-old Brandon Trehern, is still wanted...
Teen Turns Himself In After Deadly Mall Of Louisiana Shooting
A tragic shooting at the Mall of Louisiana leaves one teen dead. Police confirm an arrest and are searching for another suspect.

















