There is a devastating number growing in Louisiana and it’s not just the number of COVID-19 cases. In the last two weeks, over 120,000 people applied for unemployment in Louisiana, as non-essential businesses have had to close up shop.
There are more than enough reasons to feel anxious right now, but there are also plenty of reasons to smile, and that’s what we want to focus on right now.
During this time, the coronavirus outbreak has affected many people, especially working moms. Moms in the medical field have shifted their everyday routines before heading home from work.
The Three O’Clock Project, a non-profit organization focused on providing healthy meals to kids, is partnering with the East Baton Rouge School System to serve free meals seven days a week, including on weekends.
Louisiana College professor Natalie Maxey, Ph.D. often uses a 3D printer to teach her engineering students. But it’s her latest project that she’s really excited about.
Items such as toilet paper, cleaning supplies, personal care products, and meat and produce can be purchased from Ralph’s Market through the Waitr app or at waitrapp.com.
Museum officials say the tour is especially of interest to history buffs and World War II enthusiasts, and serves as a great way for teachers to organize digital “field trips.”
Louisiana Governor John Bel Edwards has issued a statewide “stay at home” order, with a few exceptions, effective at 5 p.m. Monday, March 23, because of the threat of the novel coronavirus.
Two women who are considered “high risk” for COVID-19 infection have launched a “Miles Apart Close At Heart” campaign to encourage others to keep in contact with loved ones while practicing social distancing during the coronavirus pandemic.
Resources for members of the recovery community are still available even as in-person meetings are being discouraged amid the spread of COVID-19. View a list of hotlines for individuals in recovery here.
Governor John Bel Edwards says dining rooms in restaurants will be shut down by midnight on Monday, March 16 as the government leads efforts to try and stop the spread of COVID-19.
East Baton Rouge Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome lashed out at those who ignored social distancing standards set forth by Governor John Bel Edwards and federal health officials.
Just weeks after being vandalized for the second time, the Odell S. Williams African-American Museum received a huge donation from Louisiana Department of Corrections (DOC) inmates.
As the global outbreak of COVID-19 puts a renewed focus on hand washing, a Baton Rouge mother says her routine at the sink is more important than ever.
Clifton “Clif” Russell Richardson, a dedicated public servant in Central, died Friday, March 6 from a heart attack in his sleep. He was also battling cancer (multiple myeloma). He was 75-years-old.
Just over a month after announcing the closure of the high school, Runnels School officials announced they will also be closing the middle school and elementary at the end of the 2019-20 school year.
The Central Private Student Council is hosting a memorial volleyball tournament to show support for law enforcement officers, honor fallen officers, and raise money to buy Angel Armor bulletproof vests for officers in the area.
Bishop Michael Gerard Duca announced Thursday, March 5 the Diocese of Baton Rouge will implement some changes to Catholic masses out of concern for the coronavirus.
The Capital Are Alliance for the Homeless is getting a $250,000 Community Development Block Grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development to create a tiny home community for homeless individuals.
As the search for candidates to replace Warren Drake continues, EBR School Board President Michael Gaudet is reminding residents in the parish that conversations about the search should include everyone, not just parents of students.
One Baton Rogue woman whose spirit radiates through the vibrant and quirky art she taught herself to create has blossomed into a successful business. It all started as community service, but that service is now rewarding her beyond her wildest dreams.
The Southern University Law Center (SULC) has launched a mental health app for students called META. The teletherapy app offers mobile counseling services to students so they can gain easy access to mental health providers.
The third time turned out to be the charm for a Livingston Parish woman who won thousands of dollars on the March 3 episode of the CBS daytime game show, The Price is Right.
Several restaurants in south Louisiana will be donating 15 percent of their profits on Monday, March 2 to East Baton Rouge sheriff’s deputy Nick Tullier.
Officials want to reduce the number of outstanding traffic warrants across the parish and eliminate the fear of being arrested for not appearing in court.
Hundreds of WAFB’s viewers brought a smile to 7-year-old Caylix Kallhoff’s face by sharing a video of him conducting LSU’s band at a women’s basketball game earlier in the week.
Cleveland Browns wide receiver and former LSU star Odell Beckham joked about leaving football to become a television sports announcer after reports circulated suggesting Tony Romo will earn $17 million per season as an NFL television announcer for CBS.
