Senator John Kennedy and Senator Bill Cassidy said $12,312,207 in funding will go toward debris removal operations. Pets may be the ones who impact people the most. "Law enforcement is actively investigating the case to bring the perpetrators to justice.". BATON ROUGE, La. WBRZ reached out to the Livingston Parish School System, to which a school spokesperson responded that the system does not comment on pending litigation. Youre just trying to get through that moment.. It was not immediately clear if any of the people shot were targets in the attack. 4. WBRZ reached out to Keller's family. Police say on September 27, 2021, Leon Washington was shot and killed at the Azalea Trailer Park. Three city police officers stationed in the club's parking lot Saturday night quickly secured the scene after the shooting began, rushing to render aid to some of the wounded before emergency responders arrived, Paul said. PORT ALLEN- An audit released Monday by the Louisiana Legislative Auditor is revealing new details about a scheme that went undetected for years and allowed a West Baton Rouge sheriff's Office employee to pocket more than $150,000. In 2006, the 40-year-old was stopped for a traffic violation in Baton Rouge. The victim was taken to a hospital and is expected to survive. BATON ROUGE - A man was arrested for attempted murder after he allegedly shot into a sports bar after a fight broke out in the parking lot early Sunday morning. 1 LSU's big win over Butler. One person was taken to the hospital after a crash in Zachary early Thursday, March 2, according to emergency responders. LSU wide receiver Malik Nabers was arrested in New Orleans on a weapons charge, according to authorities. Additionally, I want you and every member of our community to know were working diligently to apprehend the person or persons responsible for these shootings. I try not to think about that. The contract for grass-cutting was given to William Kaycee Rosso under the name Rosso Lawn Services. The Baton Rouge Police Department has arrested the mother of a child who officials say died of a drug overdose. He eventually was awarded a Silver Star, the militarys third-highest combat medal, but members of Davis team have argued that his skin color was a factor in the disappearance of his Medal of Honor recommendation. BATON ROUGE - Friday, the LSU Tigers participated in the Podium Challenge, a gymnastics club meet featuring teams from California, Washington and George Washington Universities. The Baton Rouge Police Department said 17-year-old Nykobia Keller was with a friend driving near the Hollywood Street exit when she was shot at 10:37 p.m. Posted 6:22 AM 2/26/2023 by Emily Davison. Port Allen Pelicans basketball team soaring toward fourth-straight state title, Sample duo leading Scotlandville into playoffs, For help accessing the WBRZ-TV Public File, contact: Joey Verrett at, Southern University alum, Vietnam War veteran awarded Medal of Honor after nearly 60 years, Friday PM Forecast: starting weekend cooler then trending warmer, Accused murderer cleared by Baton Rouge jury after representing himself in court, released from jail. A Livingston Parish Sheriff's deputy was arrested after being accused of making harassing phone calls and has been fired from the agency, officials said. 1 LSU defeated Butler University on Friday, March 3, from Alex Box Stadium. Nine years ago he learned that a second nomination had been submitted and that also was somehow, quote, lost., But I dont believe they were lost, Deis said. Baton Rouge man arrested in Ascension horse theft; one adult, two minors Southern University AgCenter's Livestock Show celebrates its 80th anniversary, For help accessing the WBRZ-TV Public File, contact: Joey Verrett at, BATON ROUGE - Its been two days and still there is no update on the, LSU gymnastics club meet brings tourists to downtown Baton Rouge. Im just proud of him.. A study revealed that those who spent more time with their dogs experienced a 300% increase in oxytocin levels. The woman walked away, but Keller was not as lucky; she is the latest victim of one of these "brazen" attacks. It's a lucrative contract, and that's fine if they are an independent lawn company, but these gentlemen are working for the state, Angola, and it's not fair. His wife tells 11Alive what she knows about the case. BATON ROUGE - Police responded to a reported shootout outside a Tigerland convenience store Thursday morning. The Gulfport Police Department told (More). Up Next: On Sunday, you expect lows in the low 50s and highs in the upper 70s. That word gallantry is not much used these days, Biden said. To the families of the victims in these cowardly acts of violence, I offer my deepest condolences. Over a four-year window, they found $158,852 was missing. The Tigers beat out No. Trooper charged with negligent homicide in Ronald Trooper charged with negligent homicide in Ronald Greene's deadly arrest plans to plead not guilty, attorney says. BATON ROUGE Law enforcement are committed to Man accused of breaking into woman's house, Man accused of breaking into woman's house, sexually assaulting her in her bed Saturday morning. During an investigation, police say evidence was found to place the babys mother under arrest. Deis, now 79, helped compile the recommendation that was submitted in 2016. Auditors also found another employee, Aimee Rivere also stole money. Authorities booked two people suspected of driving while intoxicated in East Baton Rouge Parish and booked them into Parish Prison between the hours of noon Saturday and noon Sunday, booking r. PORT ALLEN - The West Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's office launched a full-scale investigation Friday after the WBRZ Investigative Unit UPDATE: Two of the suspects, Casen Carver and Everett Lee, have been released on bond. Email him at jfinn@theadvocate.com or follow him on Twitter@rjamesfinn. Get the latest 7-day forecast and real time weather updates HERE. Baton Rouge Police homicide detectives are investigating the shooting death of James Evans, 48, who was found deceased from gunshot wounds behind a residence in the 900 block of Progress Stree. Double shooting reported in neighborhood off Perkins Road. BRPD launches crime analysis dashboard for public BRPD launches crime analysis dashboard for public to see real-time trends in the city. woman accused of using aunts debit card for 136 DoorDash orders held on preset $18 million bond, WANTED: Officials searching for man accused of exposing himself, Fight involving 9 people on Southerns campus leads to 1 arrest, Kentwood man arrested after months-long drug investigation; drugs, money, and guns seized, Man arrested for allegedly robbing victim at gunpoint in Denham Springs, CRIME STOPPERS: Mans killer, details surrounding his death remain a mystery, Juvenile caught behind wheel of stolen vehicle, officials say, Two arrested for flying drone over chemical plants in St. Charles Parish, LPSO: Deputy arrested, terminated after making harassing phone calls, Murder suspect in deadly shooting at White Castle party found guilty, Theft suspect dies after jumping into Bayou Lafourche, Thibodaux police say, Man arrested in connection with weekend shooting, deputies say, Woman accused of selling meth from ice cream truck, CRIME STOPPERS: Detectives asking for help to identify accused armed robbers, WBRSO: Stolen horses recovered by detectives, Judge sentences man to 90 years in prison for drug-related crimes, Armed convenience store robber sentenced to decades behind bars, Suspect pleads guilty to charges stemming from brutal Costco carjacking of New Orleans realtor, Police: Woman wanted for questioning in murder investigation, CRIME STOPPERS: 2021 Baker murder case remains unsolved, Person shot, another carjacked off Airline Hwy, officials said, CRIME STOPPERS: Man accused of setting home on fire, attempted murder, CRIME STOPPERS: Man wanted on child cruelty, negligence charges, Man shot multiple times on I-10 East at Louisa, NOPD says, CRIME STOPPERS: Deadly assault case remains unsolved; officials ask for help, LSU WR Malik Nabers arrested in New Orleans; prosecutors refuse to charge with condition, Convicted sex offender arrested after selling candy along parade route, police say. Police say the body was found not far from where the man was last spotted. LSU pitcher Paul Skenes LSU women's basketball beats Georgia 83-66 in SEC Tournament matchup. His parents say they then confronted Dawsey and insisted that Jones should be arrested, and the principal reportedly "laughed it off," saying the alleged attacker was "the team's best player" and that if he was expelled, the entire school would hate their child. 4 LSU women's basketball Watch the 2 Your Health report for Friday, March 3, 2023. It's not right.". Shocking surveillance video from a business in Tigerland, near LSU, shows multiple shots being fired in that area just before 9 a.m. Thursday. We, the Army, you know, we havent been able to see anything that would say, Hey, this is racism.. This combination could produce a stray shower, but rain is not a major factor in the forecast through the middle of next week. The Baton Rouge Police Department is searching for a man who is wanted on multiple violent charges. A jury has found a man guilty and sentenced him to 40 years for first degree robbery, officials said. A central Florida television journalist and a little girl were fatally shot Wednesday afternoon near the scene of a fatal shooting from earlier in the day, authorities said. 10 Day Forecast First Alert Weather Front will clear way for wonderful weekend weather. Baton Rouge man arrested in Ascension horse theft; one adult, two minors Southern University AgCenter's Livestock Show celebrates its 80th anniversary, St. John's big inning hands Southeastern second straight loss, Coach Kim Mulkey talks LSU's record-tying season. "It's a poisoning," Rivas said. According to The Advocate, Mack claimed he never shot Harrington but admitted to running away after learning he was a suspect in the killing. Disbarred attorney Alex Murdaugh received two consecutive life sentences Friday morning. The lawsuit explains that Beatty and an assistant coach were the only adults in charge of the students and claims the two should have been awake and supervising them before the game to prevent the sexual battery. BATON ROUGE - One week into Lent and the crawfish market is seeing one of its first significant drops of the season. Teacher loses job after parent filed restraining order accusing him of 'roughing up' elementary student. It heightens the thing, if youve got to wait that long, he said. Paul Skenes was electric in his third start of the season, as No. At the end of February 2023, the parish was up to 39 fentanyl-related deaths, with many more pending toxicology results. Police in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, are searching for the suspects involved in an early Saturday mass shooting that left two people dead and four injured. Baton Rouge News Teen charged in rape case of LSU student later killed by car US Crime News Bodycam video shows Louisiana police officer shooting dead Black man News Arrests made in. ", State ethics laws say, "no elected official or public employee or member of such public servant's immediate family, or legal entity in which he has a controlling interest shall bid on or enter into any contract, subcontract, or other transaction that is under the supervision or jurisdiction of the public servant's agency. The Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office said deputies arrested Maili Morris, 31, after a lengthy investigation. 389-4869 or Crime Stoppers at (225)344 . Volodymyr Dorogobid, 38, and Tigran Avetisyan, 39, both of Brooklyn, New York, were booked on three counts of unlawful use of an unmanned aircraft system and also for obstruction of justice for tampering with evidence. Despite at least two witnesses linking Mack to the killing, he told jurors that he was not home when the shooting happened and that there was no evidence proving he killed Harrington. Both individuals were underage at the time. It is truly an honor for Southern to have this connection to Col. Davis.. BATON ROUGE - The Tigers win the Podium Challenge in the River Center with a score of 197.700. Right now Im overwhelmed, he told The Associated Press in an interview Thursday, the eve of the medal ceremony. Nursing home where resident died of hypothermia has checkered past, records show, Nursing home cited after unsupervised resident wandered outside, died of hypothermia. An employee that does not collect payments to receive and deposit collections from cashiers on a daily basis. "I personally joined Chief Paul and members of the BRPD team overnight at the hospital," Broome said. Police say that the man was able to drive himself to a nearby business where it was reported to first responders. ", "It seems very opportunist," Levy said. Deputies with the Iberville Parish Sheriffs Office are searching for a man accused of making threats via social media to a witness involved in a murder trial. The weekend will start with temperatures 20 degrees lower than Friday morning! Slidell Police found melted ice cream and methamphetamine in an ice cream truck, along with two puppies, Monday morning. As of Tuesday, the East Baton Rogue Coroners Office reports that there have been 103 homicides in 2022 alone, not including the four shootings that occurred Wednesday night over a six-hour span.. Rivas' push for reform has her meeting with lawmakers at the Capitol in hopes of stiffening penalties. - A Burger King employee was arrested Thursday night after allegedly shooting himself and a customer in the drive-thru line. After nearly 60 years, retired Army Col. Paris Davis, a Southern University and A&M College alumnus, has received the Medal of Honor for his courageous service in the Vietnam War. But twice.. "When I saw it, I said that ain't nothing but a bunch of junk that they left on the side of the road," Arthur said. Winds will ease into the evening. The Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office said Sunday deputies searched the rented room and found (More), Posted 9:39 AM 2/20/2023 by Emily Davison. A total of six lifeboats were dropped off a few years ago. WAFB 9 News This Morning. We will catch them. LIVINGSTON PARISH - The parents of a high school student who was allegedly sexually assaulted by a classmate have filed a lawsuit against the Livingston Parish School System, alleging his school did nothing to protect their child or to discipline his attacker. Signs of the chaos at the small, black building on Bennington Avenue a location near hotels and restaurants were still visible Sunday afternoon, with several pairs of shoes, wristbands, disposable gloves and party flyers littering a gated entryway to the club. EBRSO Sheriff Sid J. Gautreaux has been trying. It will not be allowed. Follow WBRZ Weather on Facebook and Twitter for even more weather updates while you are on the go. I believe they were intentionally discarded. Both men set up an LLC with the Louisiana Secretary of State back in December and are listed as the agents and officers of the company. A mass shooting at a Baton Rouge nightclubearly Sunday left 12 people injured in a targeted attack that spilled over into throngs of partygoers, authorities said. Baton Rouge area getting $12 million FEMA grant. The Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office said deputies arrested Maili Morris, 31 (More), BATON ROUGE - Its been two days and still there is no update on the I-110 shooting that killed 17-year-old Nykobia (More). She was arrested and made restitution in the amount of $4,071. ", "WBRSO accounting records indicate Ms. Miller recorded the cash she took as an account receivable to keep the accounting records balanced. Officers did not elaborate when asked why they believe someone was trying to murder Keller. Nursing home cited after unsupervised resident wandered outside, died of hypothermia. Multiple people have been arrested following an investigation into prostitution happened at Baton Rouge area massage parlors. Watching Your Wallet. "We believe that someone was specifically targeted and others were injured in that process," Paul said. Davis repeatedly sprinted into an open rice paddy to rescue members of his team, according to the ArmyTimes. Two of her kids died two weeks apart in July 2021. Bold criminal secretly relaunched massage parlor prostitution ring as he cut a Federal, local dollars at work clearing waterways in EBR. Face of fentanyl epidemic: Mother loses three Face of fentanyl epidemic: Mother loses three children to drug overdoses. Light, north winds will keep it feeling dry and comfortable. Inmate escaped from work crew in Hammond, Inmate escaped from work crew in Hammond, was reportedly picked up at Waffle House before being recaptured. That happened in August, and the contract was issued by the State Office of Juvenile Justice. Authorities say one person was hurt in a shooting at Fountain Motel on Airline Highway near Goodwood Boulevard. They can irritate your throat, nose, and eyes, some may even cause cancer. The East Baton Rouge Sheriffs Office is searching for a man who reportedly exposed himself to a woman. Lt. Col. David Marshall, Southerns ROTC director, who works directly with todays cadets, echoed the sentiments. That moment stretched over nearly 19 hours and two days in mid-June 1965. Last month, East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's detectives arrested a suspected prolific drug dealer who is accused of supplying the streets with fentanyl. Currently, they are looking into what can be done to secure the boats as some of the city's homeless population are now sleeping in them. BRPD Chief Murphy J. Paul, Jr. answers a reporters question about the early morning shooting that injured 12 people at the Dior Bar & Lounge on Bennington Avenue during a press conference at the BRPD headquarters on Sunday, January 22, 2023 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Lt. Bryan Ballard, commander of the BRPD Homicide Division, addresses the media about the early morning shooting that injured 12 people at the Dior Bar & Lounge on Bennington Avenue during a press conference at the BRPD headquarters on Sunday, January 22, 2023 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome issued the following statement Sunday afternoon: The recent shootings on the interstate are both alarming and saddening. When Frank Beauchamp was arrested, he was already out on two other bonds accused of doing the same thing. NEW ORLEANS Friends and co-workers are mourning the loss of an LSU student gunned down overnight in Baton Rouge According to police, Allison Rice, 21, was found in her car shot multiple. When allegations first surfaced that she stole money, Sheriff Mike Cazes allowed her to remain on the payroll for months. GREENVILLE, S.C. - No. BATON ROUGE - A man was arrested after he allegedly broke into a woman's house and sexually assaulted her in her own bed early Saturday morning. Authorities say the individual could have information about the incident. Davis daughter, Regan Davis Hopper, a mom of two teenage sons, told the AP that she only learned of her dads heroism in 2019. The shooting occurred just after 1:30 a.m. Sunday at 4619 Bennington Ave in Baton . She was booked into the Tangipahoa Parish jail on a bond of $18,360,000. Bold criminal secretly relaunched massage parlor prostitution ring as he cut a Federal, local dollars at work clearing waterways in EBR. Person shot at motel on Airline Highway Thursday night. Investigators say Maili Morris made 136 purchases using her 73-year-old aunts debit card, which she had linked to her personal DoorDash account. A St. Gabriel Police officer was arrested early Thursday in a Livingston Parish homicide investigation, the Livingston sheriff said. 1 LSU defeats Butler, Johnson, Morris shine as No. Baton Rouge Mayor Sharon Weston Broome who met with mayors of other major U.S. cities in Washington, D.C., last week, to discuss the issue of crime called the shooting "a senseless act . "We do not believe this was a random shooting. No. BATON ROUGE - One week into Lent and the crawfish market is seeing one of its first significant drops of the season. The trooper, Kasha Domingue, pleaded guilty in a deal Monday. Her daughter Danielle McCallister died of a fentanyl overdose in 2021, and weeks later, her son Shawn Rivas also died due to fentanyl. Last week, a woman spoke to WBRZ about how her car was hit by a stray bullet while on the interstate. Bus driver arrested after parent claims he slammed door on her arm and drove off. According to the LSU Police Department, officers responded to a report of assault on Thursday. Bold criminal secretly relaunched massage parlor prostitution ring as he cut a deal with prosecutors. The school is BATON ROUGE - The Baton Rouge Diocese announced that Catholics won't have to observe the Lenten tradition of abstaining from LIVINGSTON - A fraudulent contractor who took money from multiple storm victims in wake of Hurricane Ida was convicted this WHITE CASTLE - Three people were arrested and a fourth is wanted after they illegally recorded witness testimony during a WALTERBORO, S.C. (AP) In the culmination of the once-prominent lawyers fall from grace, Alex Murdaugh was sentenced to life HAMMOND - Officials said an inmate escaped from a work crew Friday morning and was reportedly picked up at a BATON ROUGE - She's the face of the fentanyl epidemic gripping our community and country. "I can't tell LSU I want to do some catering. The weekend will start with temperatures 20 degrees lower than Friday morning! According to the audit, "Miller told auditors she took some of the cash collected for traffic tickets and deposited the money to her bank account or kept it for her personal use. Arthur said whoever put them there had to put thought into it. Look for a lot of sunshine on Saturday. Tonight & Tomorrow: Beneath clear skies, thermometers Friday AM Forecast: Wind Advisory this morning, clear and sunny this afternoon. There was a problem saving your notification. BATON ROUGE, La. Louisiana Attorney General Jeff Landry is seeking to get an endorsement from former President Donald Trump. But I can think of no better word to describe Paris.. Levy said on it's surface it does not look legal even though the contract was not issued by their employer. Officers said the shooting happened around 9:30 a.m. at the Neighbors Food Mart along Dougherty Drive. Nursing home where resident died of hypothermia has checkered past, records show. Separate from the criminal investigation into the shooting, the East Baton Rouge Alcoholic Beverage Control office has opened a probe into the club's operations, including how security at the business allowed people to apparently bring guns into a busy nightclub. No. The weekend will start with temperatures 20 degrees lower than Friday morning! "I thought they were going to use it for something and just saw it sitting up there.". With interstate shootings becoming more common in the capital area, it leaves many to wonder: why? Update:A Baton Rouge man wanted in the theft of three horses from a Prairieville home Saturday turned himself in to Ascension sheriff's deputies on Friday. Four arrests made after investigation into LSU Four arrests made after investigation into LSU student's death; rape charges filed. Court LIVINGSTON PARISH - The parents of a high school student who was allegedly sexually assaulted by a classmate have filed a lawsuit against the Livingston Parish School System, alleging his GREENVILLE, S.C. - No. . WBRZ contacted a number we found for the property owner, but did not hear back. A New York City filmmaker who was arrested on Mardi Gras morning for flying a drone over chemical plants in St. Charles Parish says he only wanted a pretty picture of the Mississippi River a, The Iberville Parish Sheriff's Office arrested three people and are searching for a fourth person who they say tried to intimidate witnesses after testimony from a recent murder trial was circ. When youre fighting, youre not thinking about this moment, Davis said. The boats are too big to move by yourself and would require several people or machinery to move. BATON ROUGE, La. BATON ROUGE, La. Port Allen Pelicans basketball team soaring toward fourth-straight state title, Sample duo leading Scotlandville into playoffs, For help accessing the WBRZ-TV Public File, contact: Joey Verrett at, Face of fentanyl epidemic: Mother loses three children to drug overdoses, Angola employees given lucrative contract cutting grass at prison; legal expert calls it corruption at its finest, 'Trifling and trashy': Huge lifeboats among junk discarded in blighted lot, residents fed up, Audit reveals how sheriff's office employee manipulated system, stole $150K from department, Thursday, February 23, 2023 3:43:53 PM CST, Tuesday, February 21, 2023 3:49:16 PM CST, Thursday, February 16, 2023 6:29:00 PM CST, Tuesday, February 14, 2023 1:50:00 PM CST, Thursday, February 09, 2023 4:51:00 PM CST, Thursday, February 02, 2023 6:59:00 PM CST, LSU gymnastics club meet brings tourists to downtown Baton Rouge. Authorities say one person BATON ROUGE - Police responded to a reported shootout outside a Tigerland convenience store Thursday morning. Baton Rouge Police are investigating a shooting Tuesday morning that injured one person off Government Street, a spokesperson said. There were 170 murders just last year and 136 in 2020. Court records show Demond Mack, 47, was found not guilty by a jury Thursday evening, just four days after his trial began Feb. 27. Posted 12:41 PM 2/25/2023 by Jeremy Krail, PORT ALLEN - A grand jury charged an Addis police officer with manslaughter and malfeasance after a (More). He said he knew Davis had been recommended for the Medal of Honor shortly after the battle in 1965, and he spent years wondering why it hadnt been awarded. Check signing duties have been designated to senior staff. BATON ROUGE - A minor accused of raping Madison Brooks hours before her death will stand trial as .
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