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Sports2-A-Days: Dunham Tigers
Baton Rouge - The Dunham Tigers were riding a one loss season in 2023 with hopes of making it to a state championship game. However, a loss to Parkview Baptist in the playoffs ended their season, but now they are back and hungrier than ever. The Tigers are led by...
Baton Rouge men, women sweep Bragging Rights tournament
When it comes to bragging rights, Baton Rouge bowlers have them for the next year after The National Bowling Association Six-Senate Bragging Rights event at Bowlero Lanes in Kenner. This was the 39th edition of the event, hosted this year by the Jackson (Miss.) Senate, with 305 teams taking part...
4-wheeler accident claims life of Port Allen man
PORT ALLEN — A 22-year-old Port Allen man died following a 4-wheeler accident involving multiple other vehicles. State Police Troopers say Kaleb Boone was riding a 4-wheeler in Port Allen when a dirt bike crossed the middle of the roadway on Poydras Bayou Road and crashed head-on with a car. After that initial crash, the troopers say the dirt bike hit Boone’s 4-wheeler.
Three-vehicle crash involving ATV leaves 22-year-old dead Sunday
PORT ALLEN - A 22-year-old was killed Sunday after a crash involving three vehicles, including an ATV and a dirt bike. A preliminary investigation from Louisiana State Police found that Kaleb Boone, 22, was driving an ATV north on LA-413. At the same time, a Kawasaki dirt bike was also traveling north, while an Infiniti was traveling southbound.
Baton Rouge police officer, two others hurt in wreck on Airline Highway
BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) – An officer with the Baton Rouge Police Department and two other people were hurt in a wreck shortly after midnight the morning of Monday, July 22. BRPD said, “The officer was responding to a call when he was involved in the accident.”. He...
A 'child's body' in water creates big scare at Slidell park. Police share an explanation.
A father and son fishing at Slidell's Heritage Park on Sunday afternoon hooked what appeared to be a child's body — and prompted an underwater search by the Slidell Police Department's dive team. Fortunately, the body turned out to a doll, ironically one used for water safety training, the...
Good News If You Are Looking to Buy a Home in Louisiana
SHREVEPORT, LA – The real estate market has been hot across the region, but higher interest rates have slowed things down a bit. There’s some really good news if you are in the market for a home in Louisiana these days. Supply of homes is one of the...
Shreveport area voters discuss Biden’s decision to withdraw, Harris’ rise as likely Democratic nominee
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - The political landscape has evolved during the past few weeks. An assassination attempt on a former president and now a presidential candidate leaves the race. Even though her family is divided by politics, Hannah Roark said this is great for the country. “Personally, I really admire...
Low pay is driving away Louisiana's early childhood education teachers, survey says
While Louisiana has made progress in expanding early childhood education for thousands of children, most workers still don't earn a living wage, according to a recent survey. New Orleans, however, is tackling some of the problem through local taxpayer money — a major source of funding for early education that's helped standardize the minimum wage for teachers.
Louisiana congressional races attract newcomers and incumbents vying for seats
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — The deadline for candidates to qualify for Louisiana’s six congressional races concluded Friday, marking the unofficial intensifying of campaign season and cementing who will be on the November ballot. In a pivotal election year, most eyes are on the race for Louisiana’s 6th Congressional District. The political boundaries of the […]
Support local restaurants during Baton Rouge’s restaurant week
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - Restaurant week is here and local restaurants in the greater Baton Rouge area need your support. From July 22-27, restaurants in town will have select menus for everyone’s budget and needs. While Louisiana is known for its food and while this week is dedicated...
Boil water advisory issued for some residents north of Denham Springs
LIVINGSTON PARISH, La. (WAFB) - A boil water advisory has been issued for some residents living north of Denham Springs. The advisory impacts people living on Weiss Road from Hess Road to Reinninger Road and all side streets in between. People living on Hess Road and Reinninger Road are not included in the advisory.
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