Experts are sharing advice for people hoping to make a donation on Giving Tuesday.
New anti-hazing legislation is being proposed to address the ongoing issue on college campuses across the country.
Thousands of Louisiana residents with unclaimed money will see their names published in newspapers across the state, according to the Louisiana State Treasurer’s Office.
Firefighters are investigating a case of arson at a vacant home that happened on Saturday, September 30.
Ochsner Health is hosting several flu shot events throughout the Baton Rouge area on Saturday, September 23.
A statewide burn ban has been reissued with exceptions removed on Friday, August 15, according to the Department of Agriculture and Forestry.
Multiple law enforcement agencies in the Baton Rouge area have stepped up patrols for drunk drivers during the “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign.
Crews with the Baton Rouge Fire Department battled two overnight house fires that left one person injured and several people displaced.
A mock disaster drill will take place at the Baton Rouge Metro Airport Thursday, August 24.
Neighbors will have the opportunity to support local businesses during the Annual Westside Shopping Extravaganza on Sunday, August 20.
A winning Mega Millions ticket worth $1 million was recently sold in Hammond.
Baton Rouge is seeking applications for the city’s 2023-2024 poet laureate.
Two winning Powerball tickets worth $50,000 dollars have been sold in Baton Rouge in recent days, according to the Louisiana Lottery Corporation.
Several groups are hosting a free school supplies distribution event and resource fair on Saturday, July 8.
Drivers can expect weekend lane closures along part of College Drive in Baton Rouge.
Companion Animal Alliance is waiving adoption fees during the animal shelter’s “Empty the Shelters” event.
Officials with Louisiana State Police are set to host a free child seat safety check event.
Members of the public are encouraged to participate in Fourth of July bike tours of Baton Rouge as well as a Heal the Block community celebration.
Authorities will be out on the water for Operation Dry Water in an effort to crack down on impaired boat operators during the Fourth of July weekend.
Scammers are posing as priests, law enforcement, and more in an attempt to steal money and personal information from potential victims.
Two of the LSU matchups at the College World Series were the most watched college or pro baseball games on cable television in 2023.
Trash collection will soon be reduced to one day per week for Pointe Coupee Parish residents who live outside of New Roads.
Firefighters responded to the scene of a fire at an apartment on Friday, June 23, that left six residents displaced.
A FIFA-sanctioned soccer match in Baton Rouge originally scheduled for Sunday, June 18, was canceled after some Honduran players refused to play due to poor field conditions.
The tournament will be held between Friday, June 23, and Thursday, June 29, at the Burbank Soccer Complex. The facility is located at 12400 Burbank Drive.
Officials with the U.S. Small Business Administration are reminding members of the public about disaster recovery programs.
The National Security Agency has selected LSU for an award to create a cybersecurity clinic that will protect small businesses against cyberattacks.
At least one lane of travel will remain open at all times.
According to the St. George Fire Department, crews responded to the building on Essen Lane around 9:30 p.m.
The meals will be available while supplies last.
Purchasing a Louisiana fishing license helps provide funding for public fishing, boating access, fishing programs, education, and more.
According to the St. George Fire Department, the crash happened on Inniswylde Drive in East Baton Rouge Parish.
The day is also an opportunity to remember the people who lost their lives because of unsecured loads and road debris.
Organizers said the car seat safety checks will be conducted at no cost.
A man is in the hospital recovering from gunshot wounds after being shot and kidnapped on Tuesday, May 23, according to the Iberville Parish Sheriff’s Office.
BRCC is looking for day and evening bilingual instructors for all academic workforce courses and programs.
The program will provide free summer meals to all children ages 18 and under.
Law enforcement officials said the goal of the campaign is to enforce seat belt laws, increase seat belt use, and educate the public about seat belt safety.
The Cajun Crushers will represent Louisiana during the Endeavor Games in Oklahoma in early June.
An upcoming event will help businesses and entrepreneurs recover from struggles related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Voters can see real-time election results through the Louisiana Secretary of State’s Office website.
The advisory is underway while crews make repairs to a cut water main.
The 2023 Regular Legislative Session got underway on Monday, April 10. Gov. John Bel Edwards delivered his final State of the State Address.
The family friend said Dr. Koonce went to University High Lab School and studied at LSU.
One person was killed and another was injured in a drive-by shooting Sunday, Nov. 20, according to police.
