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Residents want new police chief to protect the elderly

By Lauren McCoy
The search is on to find the new police chief for Baton Rouge. The 17 potential candidates took tests today.  John Hilliard just wants his family to feel safe, and right now, he does not feel safe at all. 

MISSING: St. Amant man's truck found abandoned in Mississippi

By Ascension Parish Sheriff's Office
Ascension Parish Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help finding a man who has been missing since May 18 from his St. Amant home.

Lawmakers working to help jump start Juban Crossing Development

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By Alex Deiro
Thousands of jobs hang in the balance in Livingston Parish as the Juban Crossing Project continues to stall.

NWS: Straight line winds cause major damage in Morgan City

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By Jesse Gunkel
Straight line winds caused some big damage this morning in Morgan City. Several camper vehicles were flipped on their sides on Wednesday, May 22. We’re told the roof was torn off of a local business.

Gonzales councilman faces opposition with recall committee

By Wade Petite - TheCreole.com
The ‘Recall Gary Lacombe Committee’ met on Monday, May 20, to strategize on the best way to achieve its objective of obtaining the requisite number of signatures to force a recall election of the embattled Gonzales Councilman.
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Dog on the Interstate?

By Samantha Morgan
A large dog was spotted in the grassy median on Interstate 110 near the Governor’s Mansion exit shortly before 2:00 p.m. today.
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AG to Powerhouse Gym Members: File a claim

By Attorney General's Office
Attorney General Buddy Caldwell reminds consumers adversely affected by Baton Rouge’s Powerhouse Gym to file a claim with the Louisiana Department of Justice’s Consumer Protection section by Friday, May 31. 

Report: Louisiana students improve standardized testing scores

By Recovery School District
The percentage of Louisiana students scoring at the Basic level or above on standardized tests grew one point in grades 3-8, with 69 percent of students testing at Basic or above.

Bill banning social media sites while driving headed to Governor’s desk

By Samantha Morgan
A bill banning Louisiana people from visiting social media sites while driving has gained final approval. The bill will now head to Governor Jindal’s desk.

Rising temperatures could create dangerous conditions for weekend activities

By Samantha Morgan
It’s beginning to feel a lot like summer. In south Louisiana, that feeling can often become a hazard to your health.

May 22 proclaimed 'American Cancer Society Day' in Louisiana

By American Cancer Society
In honor of the American Cancer Society’s 100th Birthday, Governor Bobby Jindal officially proclaimed May 22 as “American Cancer Society Day” and urges all residents of Louisiana to join together to finish the fight against ca

Liberty Lagoon opens today for summer season; remaining BREC pools to open soon

By Samantha Morgan
BREC’s Liberty Lagoon Waterpark is opening its doors today for the hot summer days ahead. Two additional BREC pools will open this weekend.

Louisiana School for the Visually Impaired to give to the needy

By LSVI
Students from the Louisiana School for the Visually Impaired  plan to give back to the community. At 9:30, LSVI students will travel to St. Vincent DePaul to to stock the shelter's pantry.

Zachary softball team to travel to OKC

By zachary lady legendz, softball donation, tornado donation
The 14U Legendz Softball teams will be traveling to Oklahoma City for a softball tournament. The girls along with their parents would like to collect items that are needed at  shelters surrounding the Moore area.

New Orleans makes Travelers' Choice top 10 destinations list

By CNN STAFF
It's no surprise that travelers flock to Paris, New York and London.