Additional survey crews assessed damage across southern Louisiana on Tuesday that was left behind by weekend storms. Officials determined that... More >>

BATON ROUGE - Southern University issued a statement reacting to the death of Civil Rights activist and two-time presidential candidate,... More >>

BATON ROUGE - The Baton Rouge Fire Department said a fire at a hotel on Monte Sano Avenue was accidental.... More >>

BATON ROUGE — I-12 Westbound was shut down at Airline Highway due to a crash involving an 18-wheeler around 2:30... More >>

NEW ROADS - For nearly 90 years, The Lions Club Parade has rolled down New Roads on Fat Tuesday. ... More >>

FRANKLIN — The Franklin Mardi Gras parade rolled through town on Tuesday as the city joined the state-wide Carnival celebration.... More >>

PONCHATOULA — A boil water advisory was issued for the City of Ponchatoula on Tuesday afternoon, Mayor Wesley Daniels said.... More >>

WHITE CASTLE - Mardi Gras smells good in White Castle. In the small Iberville Parish town, what's being thrown... More >>

ERWINVILLE - A family tradition takes to the streets of Erwinville on Fat Tuesday. This parade has all the... More >>

IOTA - There's something different about Mardi Gras at Tee Mamou. Revelers celebrate the holiday by chasing chickens and... More >>

BATON ROUGE — A man who accidentally shot and killed his brother was aiming for a rival group when he... More >>

ST. FRANCISVILLE - Deputies are searching for thieves who stole $1,000 worth of gasoline from a St. Francisville gas station.... More >>

BATON ROUGE — Here is a list of parades and other events coming up across the... More >>

NEW ORLEANS - Hollywood actor Shia LaBeouf was arrested in New Orleans following an alleged assault early Mardi Gras Day,... More >>

BATON ROUGE — Two Istrouma High School students were arrested for fighting school faculty on consecutive days, according to the... More >>

PLAQUEMINE - While thousands line the streets during Mardi Gras season, the work behind the celebration had already been underway... More >>

ST. GEORGE — State highway officials say a new interchange between Interstate 10 and Pecue Lane will open Wednesday, after... More >>

BATON ROUGE - Ash Wednesday services and Masses are being held in churches across the Capital area. The following... More >>