River parishes communities voice concerns over fast-tracked industrial projects

Residents from Louisiana’s river parishes protested Wednesday against a state initiative designed to fast-track $80 billion in outside investment.

New health and wellness investment for North Baton Rouge center

The Inspiration Center at Howell Park will offer a variety of services focusing on job readiness, education, youth mentorship ...

Ascension Parish jail inmate dies from head injury after being punched

DONALDSONVILLE, La. (WAFB) - An investigation is underway at the Ascension Parish Jail after an inmate died from a severe ...

I-TEAM: Convicted murderer wants secondary review of his case

In a packed courtroom at the 19th Judicial District Courthouse, supporters of Lee Lucas gathered and passed out flyers as ...

ACLU files lawsuit against Louisiana, challenging law it says violates free speech

NEW ORLEANS (KNOE) - The ACLU of Louisiana filed a lawsuit Wednesday (Dec. 3) challenging the state’s Act 399, which criminalizes hindering or interfering with federal immigration enforcement efforts.

EMS, BRFD merger canceled

BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - A proposed plan to merge some of Baton Rouge’s emergency services has been canceled. During a news conference on Wednesday, Dec. 3, Mayor-President Sid Edwards announced the ...