Choose your location
The Daily News
Washington Parish Sheriff’s Office Successfully Apprehends Benjamin Hart in Sexual Battery Case
WASHINGTON PARISH, La. – In a significant update on an ongoing investigation, the Washington Parish Sheriff’s Office (WPSO) has successfully apprehended and extradited Benjamin Hart, a cross-country truck driver from Weare, New Hampshire, in connection with allegations of sexual battery and indecent behavior with a juvenile. The investigation, spearheaded by Detective Chad Cassard, was initiated […] The post Washington Parish Sheriff’s Office Successfully Apprehends Benjamin Hart in Sexual Battery Case appeared first on The Bogalusa Daily News.
Mayor Truong Responds to Arrest of Half Brother in Shooting
BOGALUSA, La. – In recent developments following a fatal shooting that occurred last week in Bogalusa, arrests were made, and one of the individuals apprehended has been revealed to be a family member of the city’s mayor. According to sources from WDSU, Caleb Moss, has been identified as the half-brother of Mayor Tyrin Truong. He […] The post Mayor Truong Responds to Arrest of Half Brother in Shooting appeared first on The Bogalusa Daily News.
Schools in Washington Parish Adjust Operations for Arctic Blast
WASHINGTON PARISH, La. — In response to the impending Arctic blast, schools across the parish have implemented proactive measures to ensure the safety of students and staff. The decision comes as weather forecasts predict severe conditions across the region. Washington Parish Schools announced that on Tuesday, Jan. 16, students will transition to virtual learning. This […] The post Schools in Washington Parish Adjust Operations for Arctic Blast appeared first on The Bogalusa Daily News.
Bogalusa High School Shooting Investigation Yields Multiple Arrests
BOGALUSA, La. — The Bogalusa Police Department (BPD) has made substantial progress in the investigation into the shooting incident at Bogalusa High School on January 11, 2024, resulting in the tragic death of a 14-year-old and the injury of a 13-year-old. In a press release issued on Monday, January 15, 2024, the BPD revealed extensive […] The post Bogalusa High School Shooting Investigation Yields Multiple Arrests appeared first on The Bogalusa Daily News.
Washington Parish Prepares Warming Center for Homeless During Cold Snap
WASHINGTON PARISH, La. – In response to the predicted severe cold weather, with temperatures expected to drop to 15 degrees by Tuesday, Jan 16, local organizations are mobilizing a temporary Warming Center at Poplas Quarters Community Center (PQCC) for Monday through Wednesday. This initiative, spearheaded by Debbie Mccloud, aims to provide shelter and warmth for […] The post Washington Parish Prepares Warming Center for Homeless During Cold Snap appeared first on The Bogalusa Daily News.
Arrest Made, Warrant Issued in Bogalusa School Shooting as Suspects Pursued
BOGALUSA, La. — In the wake of the Jan. 11 shooting outside Bogalusa High School, Mayor Tyrin Truong held a press conference to announce a series of City Council meetings starting Jan. 15, focusing on increased community policing. The shooting incident left a 13-year-old injured and a 14-year-old dead. Acting Assistant Chief of Police Troy […] The post Arrest Made, Warrant Issued in Bogalusa School Shooting as Suspects Pursued appeared first on The Bogalusa Daily News.
Mayor Tyrin Truong to Address Bogalusa Shooting in Press Conference
BOGALUSA, La. – In the wake of the recent tragic shooting at Bogalusa High School, Mayor Tyrin Truong has announced a press conference to be held on Friday, Jan. 12, at 2:00 P.M. The conference will take place at Bogalusa City Hall, where Mayor Truong is expected to address the community and media regarding the […] The post Mayor Tyrin Truong to Address Bogalusa Shooting in Press Conference appeared first on The Bogalusa Daily News.
Washington Parish Faces USPS Delays, Investigation Underway
BOGALUSA, La. – Residents of Washington Parish are facing the consequences of bill payments arriving late, as attention turns to an investigation into significant mail delivery delays at the United States Postal Service (USPS) center located at 701 Loyola Ave, New Orleans. This issue has sparked rising concerns within the community, prompting the Bogalusa Daily […] The post Washington Parish Faces USPS Delays, Investigation Underway appeared first on The Bogalusa Daily News.
Fatal Shooting at Bogalusa High School Basketball Game
UPDATE: Investigation Underway and Information Requested The Bogalusa Police Department (BPD) released a statement regarding the shooting, though have not released the names of the victims. BPD said that on January 11, 2024, at 8:42 P.M., officers working at the basketball game at Bogalusa High School reported hearing numerous gunshots coming from the vicinity of […] The post Fatal Shooting at Bogalusa High School Basketball Game appeared first on The Bogalusa Daily News.
Man Pleads Guilty and Is Sentenced to 40 Years for 2020 Manslaughter
District Attorney Collin Sims (Interim) reports that Jo’Andre Lecasso Dawson, age 24, from Angie, Louisiana, pled guilty on January 8, 2024, to manslaughter and obstruction of justice by tampering with evidence. He was sentenced by District Judge Ellen Creel to 40 years in prison. In January of 2020, the Washington Parish Sheriff’s Office responded to […] The post Man Pleads Guilty and Is Sentenced to 40 Years for 2020 Manslaughter appeared first on The Bogalusa Daily News.
Deputy-Involved Shooting: Officer Injured, Suspects in Custody
**Update** The male suspect’s identity has been revealed to be Brian Elius Archuleta. He has been charged with being a fugitive of another district, resisting by flight and resisting an officer. According to the Washington Parish Sheriff’s Office website, Archuleta is being held without bond. FRANKLINTON, La. – A Washington Parish deputy is currently in stable […] The post Deputy-Involved Shooting: Officer Injured, Suspects in Custody appeared first on The Bogalusa Daily News.
Healthier Northshore partnership serves fresh produce to Bogalusa food bank
BOGALUSA, La. – Healthier Northshore, a community health initiative spearheaded by St. Tammany Health System, recently completed its first harvest and distribution of fresh produce for food bank clients at the Bogalusa Help Center. The initiative, which will see such deliveries occur weekly, is a community partnership with key contributions from Nielsen’s Farmacy, a two-acre […] The post Healthier Northshore partnership serves fresh produce to Bogalusa food bank appeared first on The Bogalusa Daily News.
Flooding in Washington Parish from Severe Storms
WASHINGTON PARISH La. – The National Weather Service in Slidell has issued an urgent advisory for residents of Washington Parish as severe storms lead to flooding risks across the area. National Weather Service Meteorologist Megan Williams cautions that ongoing rainfall, expected to last for an additional 30 minutes to an hour, will be followed by […] The post Flooding in Washington Parish from Severe Storms appeared first on The Bogalusa Daily News.
Washington Parish Welcomes New Era with Ryan Seal’s Inauguration
FRANKLINTON, La. – Washington Parish is preparing to welcome Ryan Seal as the new Parish President. The inauguration ceremony is scheduled for Monday, Jan. 8, at 3:00 P.M. at the Washington Parish Court House, 908 Washington Street, Franklinton, LA 70438. This event marks the start of Seal’s tenure as Parish President, a role pivotal to […] The post Washington Parish Welcomes New Era with Ryan Seal’s Inauguration appeared first on The Bogalusa Daily News.
Washington Parish Sheriff’s Deputies Will Have an Extra Fuzzy Passenger in Their Units Starting Today
FRANKLINTON, La. – In a heartwarming initiative, the Washington Parish School System (WPSS) has partnered with Washington Parish Sheriff’s Office to provide comfort to distressed children in times of need. Superintendent Frances Varnado and the WPSB are donating teddy bears and other small, unused stuffed animals to be distributed by deputies when they encounter children facing […] The post Washington Parish Sheriff’s Deputies Will Have an Extra Fuzzy Passenger in Their Units Starting Today appeared first on The Bogalusa Daily News.
Rep.-Elect Wyble Announces New District Offices in Franklinton and Bogalusa
FRANKLINTON, La. — In a move fulfilling his campaign commitment, Representative-elect John Wyble has announced the opening of district offices in Franklinton and Bogalusa. These offices, integral to ensuring all citizens in Washington Parish (La. House District 75) have access to services and information, are located at 943 Washington Street, Franklinton, and 748 Avenue F, […] The post Rep.-Elect Wyble Announces New District Offices in Franklinton and Bogalusa appeared first on The Bogalusa Daily News.
Washington Parish Sergeant Receives Life Saving Award
FRANKLINTON, La. – The Washington Parish community gathered at the courthouse Wednesday, Jan. 3, to honor the valor of Sergeant John O’Hern of the Washington Parish Sheriff’s Office, who received the Life Saving Award for his heroic actions during a critical rescue on September 13, 2023. In the presence of his family, Sheriff Randy “Country” […] The post Washington Parish Sergeant Receives Life Saving Award appeared first on The Bogalusa Daily News.
The Daily News
694+
Posts
4M+
Views
BogalusaDailyNews.com is the digital news site for its affiliated print publication, The Daily News. BogalusaDailyNews.com newsroom is located in Bogalusa, Louisiana, and covers community news and sports in Bogalusa, Washington Parish, Louisiana, and the surrounding area.
It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency:
Our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. As a platform hosting over 100,000 pieces of content published daily, we cannot pre-vet content, but we strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation.