Grandson of state representative killed in mid-January shooting
In the long-time fight against gun violence in Baton Rouge, one of the loudest voices is that of state representative and ...
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Man arrested in shooting death of 22-year-old at a McDonald's, Baton Rouge police say
A man was arrested in the fatal shooting of a 22-year-old outside a McDonald's on Airline Highway on Jan. 20. The ...
BRPD is accepting applications for its Citizens’ Academy; here’s how to apply
The Baton Rouge Police Department is accepting applications for its Citizens’ Academy, a program that allows you to get hands ...
Duo wanted on multiple theft charges, deputies say
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - The East Baton Rouge Sheriff’s Office says deputies are searching for two women who are wanted on ...
Haughton resident accused of filing false public records to get free disabled veteran hunting and fishing licenses
A Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs employee from Haughton is accused of signing and submitting false applications for free disabled veteran hunting and fishing licenses while knowing the ...
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Charges against Baton Rouge murder defendant dropped after key witness refused to testify
The alleged shooter's codefendant gave statements to police, but refused to corroborate them on the witness stand.
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Judge orders LSU to reinstate law professor after suspension over political remarks
Tenured LSU law professor Ken Levy sued the university, claiming he was punished for making political comments in class. A ...
Sen. Bill Cassidy grapples with GOP loyalty and medical views in hearing with RFK Jr.
Republican Gov. Jeff Landry’s letter sent perhaps the clearest signal to Cassidy. In a letter to Cassidy, his former House ...
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Louisiana leaders react to deadly plane, Army helicopter collision near Washington DC
Louisiana officials share their condolences after a deadly helicopter and American Airlines passenger jet collision near ...