Arts nonprofit hires marketer from restaurant group; new leaders at university foundations
South Louisiana businesses and nonprofit groups recently announced the following promotions, new hires and resignations. Robby Travis has been hired as the communications director for KID smART, a nonprofit that brings arts education to public schools in the New Orleans area. Travis previously led communications and cr
New St. George street signs spark debate
ST. GEORGE - New street signs are going up across St. George as city leaders work to build a distinct identity for one of Louisiana's newest cities. The signs can be seen on major roads including Airline Highway, Jefferson Highway, and Bluebonnet Boulevard, mounted on traffic signal mast arms. Councilman...
APSO Arrest Report for the Week of June 26-July 2
Below is Ascension Sheriff’s arrest report for the week of June 26-July 2:. Aaron Gilmore, 29, 16436 Delia St, Denham Springs was charged w/ Theft (over $25,000), and arrested pursuant to a fugitive warrant;. Christopher Whitfield, Jr., 21, 12050 Cypress Ridge Dr, Geismar was charged w/ Manufacture/Distribution/PWITD S
Rescue Alliance hosts adoption event at the Cat Rescue Center of Gonzales
GONZALES — Rescue Alliance, along with the Cat Rescue Center of Gonzales, celebrated Independence Day by hosting a cat adoption event. Visitors were invited to the center on Highway 44 to meet cats and kittens ready to join families. "Independence Day is about freedom and new beginnings," said a...
Livingston Parish students excel at National Beta Convention
Students from Livingston Parish earned top honors at the National Beta Convention in Nashville, Tennessee, including Kate Dentro being named the 2026-27 National Beta Ambassador and French Settlement High School winning the Beta Blitz competition.
Baton Rouge celebrates Independence Day with America 250 on the River
BATON ROUGE — Residents in Baton Rouge celebrated Independence Day with a special event downtown with America 250 on the River. The free event featured an afternoon filled with live entertainment showcasing Louisiana talent and celebrating America's 250th birthday. "America's 250th birthday is a once-in-a-generation ce
WATCH: WBRZ’s Fireworks on the Mississippi begins at 9 p.m.
Channel 2 is proud to continue the tradition created by the Manship Family for over 50 years by providing the largest fireworks show in Louisiana with WBRZ's Fireworks on the Mississippi. The patriotic celebration will be accompanied by a live telecast live on 24 Hour News Channel WBRZ+, WBRZ.com, and...
Emergency declaration issued after Killian water system failure
KILLIAN, La. (WAFB) - An emergency declaration has been issued in the Village of Killian after the village’s water system failed. According to Livingston Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness Director Chris Anderson, no water is currently available in the village. Officials said the declaration was issued becaus
2 lanes closed on I-10 westbound in Ascension Parish following crash
PRAIRIEVILLE — A single-vehicle crash on I-10 westbound closed two lanes on Saturday afternoon. The crash occurred around 1 p.m. on I-10 near mile marker 170, closing the left and middle lanes. One lane remains open at this time. Travelers in the area should expect delays and seek an...
‘Such disregard’: Mom jailed after toddler hospitalized with blood alcohol content nearly 4 times...
The toddler had a blood-alcohol content (BAC) of roughly 0.305% – meaning his BAC was nearly four times the amount where an adult is considered too drunk to drive, according to a warrant. The post 'Such disregard': Mom jailed after toddler hospitalized with blood alcohol content nearly 4 times the legal limit, police
