Updated: Nov. 1, 2021 at 9:21 AM CDT
|By Carmen Poe
MEMA is opening seven disaster registration centers so you can apply for help.
Updated: Jan. 26, 2021 at 6:24 AM CST
|By Carmen Poe
A recent study by The Center for Research on Education Outcomes at Stanford University, ‘Estimates of Learning Loss in the 2019-2020 School Year’ researches the learning loss for the 2019-2020 school year.
Updated: Jan. 21, 2021 at 5:41 AM CST
|By Carmen Poe
What you need to know for the 2021 tax-filing season.
Updated: Jan. 19, 2021 at 6:35 AM CST
|By Carmen Poe
The new two-story, 80,000-square-foot Denham Springs Elementary school is beginning to take on a remarkable appearance for those residents and passersby who travel near the corner of Centerville Street and Range Avenue.
Updated: Jan. 13, 2021 at 9:57 AM CST
|By Carmen Poe
EMS Explorer Post 912, sponsored by The Department of Emergency Medical Services, is a division of the BSA Learning for Life Program. Applications are accepted once a year, and new members ages 14 to 20 are trained and tested as a group
Updated: Jan. 12, 2021 at 6:24 AM CST
|By Carmen Poe
Another cold day in South Louisiana. For the homeless, this can be a challenging time. St. Vincent de Paul is a resource for the homeless community.
Updated: Jan. 7, 2021 at 7:04 AM CST
|By Carmen Poe
Medical leaders of CareSouth in Baton Rouge say their phones have been ringing nonstop.
Updated: Jan. 6, 2021 at 6:20 AM CST
|By Carmen Poe
January is National Mentoring Month, and this year Big Buddy Program is celebrating the annual campaign aimed at expanding quality mentoring opportunities to connect more of our community’s young people with caring adults by honoring Mentors in our community
Updated: Jan. 5, 2021 at 6:42 AM CST
|By Carmen Poe
If you are next in line to get the COVID-19 vaccine or maybe have already received it; you might be asking yourself, are the side effects harmful? Or when should you contact a doctor?
Updated: Dec. 31, 2020 at 4:44 AM CST
|By Carmen Poe
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) warns that scammers are taking advantage of the news of Congress passing a COVID-19 relief bill that includes another round of stimulus checks for most Americans.
Updated: Dec. 8, 2020 at 6:24 AM CST
|By Carmen Poe
The 6,700 square foot space has 10 rooms with 11 beds.
Updated: Dec. 1, 2020 at 4:41 AM CST
|By Carmen Poe
225 GIVES is a 24-hour online giving day dedicated to area non-profits.
Updated: Nov. 30, 2020 at 4:59 AM CST
|By Carmen Poe
Ice Skating on the River returns for the 30th year. Families are encouraged to buy tickets early as space is limited due to the pandemic.
Updated: Nov. 26, 2020 at 9:37 AM CST
|By Carmen Poe
Thanksgiving will look different this year because of the COVID-19 pandemic, but St. Vincent de Paul will still serve up turkey with all the trimmings.
Updated: Nov. 24, 2020 at 12:21 PM CST
|By Carmen Poe
Leaders across the state are keeping a close eye on what happens in the days after college communities send students back home.
Updated: Nov. 23, 2020 at 6:14 AM CST
|By Carmen Poe
If you plan on hosting a Thanksgiving dinner for family or friends, health experts suggest you keep the invites to a minimum.
Updated: Nov. 17, 2020 at 5:26 AM CST
|By Carmen Poe
LuLaroe will donate and deliver 5,000 pieces of clothing to domestic violence shelters throughout Louisiana.
Updated: Nov. 10, 2020 at 5:29 AM CST
|By Carmen Poe
Restaurant Week Baton Rouge continues through Nov. 14.
Updated: Nov. 3, 2020 at 10:47 AM CST
|By Carmen Poe
Now that registration is over with, we want to help you understand what you are voting for, or against, when you cast your votes.
Updated: Nov. 2, 2020 at 8:23 AM CST
|By Carmen Poe
The American Heart Association provides tips on how to manage stress during this election cycle.
Updated: Oct. 27, 2020 at 6:01 AM CDT
|By Carmen Poe
Cardio at the Pavilion’ has been a hit with children and adults of all ages.
Updated: Oct. 22, 2020 at 4:44 AM CDT
|By Carmen Poe
Americans are getting scam calls phishing for their Medicare numbers and other personal information.
Updated: Oct. 20, 2020 at 3:48 PM CDT
|By Carmen Poe
Not completing the FAFSA could mean students miss out on free money.
Updated: Oct. 19, 2020 at 4:32 PM CDT
|By Carmen Poe
Middle and high school students in East Baton Rouge Parish School System can return to campus for in-person instruction.
Updated: Oct. 8, 2020 at 4:36 AM CDT
|By Carmen Poe
Know where your family can safely evacuate, whether that be a family or friend’s house, and if you can bring pets.
Updated: Oct. 6, 2020 at 5:46 PM CDT
|By Breanne Bizette and Carmen Poe
The Bridge Center for Hope aims to provide mental health services to individuals facing a crisis or addiction.
Updated: Oct. 5, 2020 at 5:03 AM CDT
|By Carmen Poe
Magnet programs encourage creativity and focus topics like STEM, video production and performance art.
Updated: Oct. 1, 2020 at 4:59 AM CDT
|By Carmen Poe
Experts say knowing the risks associated with cancers is vital.
Updated: Sep. 30, 2020 at 7:38 AM CDT
|By Carmen Poe
Representatives of the Capital Area Transit System (CATS) of East Baton Rouge Parish will hand out voter registration forms to the community on Wednesday, September 30th and Thursday, October 1st.
Updated: Sep. 25, 2020 at 12:11 PM CDT
|By Carmen Poe
It’s the game day fans have been waiting on!
Updated: Sep. 24, 2020 at 4:26 PM CDT
|By Carmen Poe
We are right in the middle of Voter Registration Week in East Baton Rouge Parish.
Updated: Sep. 17, 2020 at 6:26 PM CDT
|By Carmen Poe
Better Business Bureau of South Central Louisiana hosts 13th annual free Shred Fest
Updated: Sep. 15, 2020 at 4:09 AM CDT
|By Carmen Poe
Experts say evacuation is a risk for COVID transmission. However, families must leave their homes due to Hurricane Sally. Safety precautions must be followed.
Updated: Sep. 10, 2020 at 4:42 AM CDT
|By Carmen Poe
Dr. Joseph Grizzaffi, a child adolescent psychiatrist at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center, wants to make sure parents are able to recognize anxiety in children as we go through so many changes this year.
Updated: Sep. 9, 2020 at 5:30 PM CDT
|By Carmen Poe
A federal court judge will hear the final arguments at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 9 that challenge Louisiana Secretary of State Kyle Ardoin’s proposed emergency election plan for the state’s Nov. 3 and Dec. 5 elections.
Updated: Sep. 7, 2020 at 2:19 PM CDT
|By Carmen Poe
Organizers with the LifeShare Blood Center say there is an emergency need for blood across the Baton Rouge area as the center is unable to support the need of local hospitals.
Updated: Sep. 7, 2020 at 10:11 AM CDT
|By Carmen Poe
According to the National Fire Protection Association, charcoal grills account for 1,300 residential fires a year.
Updated: Sep. 3, 2020 at 6:04 AM CDT
|By Carmen Poe
Ascension Parish leaders and Volunteer Ascension will be collecting donations at the Lamar Dixon Expo Center until Friday, Sept 4 for families recovering from Hurricane Laura.
Updated: Aug. 31, 2020 at 5:07 AM CDT
|By Carmen Poe
Federal funding is available to some families and businesses impacted by Hurricane Laura.
Updated: Aug. 26, 2020 at 5:16 AM CDT
|By Carmen Poe
Entergy is preparing for the potential impact Hurricane Laura could have on the state.
Updated: Aug. 20, 2020 at 2:07 PM CDT
|By Carmen Poe
A heavy police presence is currently in the 600 block of Sharp Lane investigating.
Updated: Aug. 20, 2020 at 11:55 AM CDT
|By Carmen Poe
Police are investigating a deadly stabbing that happened Wednesday morning in Zachary.
Updated: Aug. 19, 2020 at 4:41 PM CDT
|By Carmen Poe and Matt Houston
The secretary of state's emergency election plan has to be considered by a House committee and the governor.
Updated: Aug. 17, 2020 at 7:10 AM CDT
|By Carmen Poe
Zachary Community Schools welcome back students
Updated: Aug. 17, 2020 at 4:32 AM CDT
|By Carmen Poe
Leaders of Baton Rouge Community College have been working for months to ensure students feel comfortable when they come to campus Aug. 17.
Updated: Aug. 12, 2020 at 4:40 PM CDT
|By Carmen Poe and Austin Kemker
Students return to class Southern University on Wednesday, August 11.
Updated: Aug. 11, 2020 at 4:44 AM CDT
|By Carmen Poe
Southern University Law Center prepares to reopen.
Updated: Aug. 10, 2020 at 5:31 PM CDT
|By Carmen Poe
Students in East Baton Rouge Parish School System begin virtual school Aug. 10.
Updated: Aug. 10, 2020 at 10:52 AM CDT
|By Mykal Vincent and Carmen Poe
It’s move-in day on Southern’s campus.
Updated: Aug. 10, 2020 at 4:38 AM CDT
|By Carmen Poe
It’s the first day of in-class instruction for some students in Livingston Parish.