Not one, not ten, not even 50 people die annually from carbon monoxide poisoning due to the use of generators. On average, 81 people die each year according to the U.S. Fire Administration. Louisiana State Fire Marshal H.
Mayor-President Melvin “Kip” Holden will hold a Small Business Development Summit on Thursday, June 6, to help local businesses explore possible contracting opportunities with the City-Parish. The summit will be held from 8:00 a.m.
Disney Institute is bringing its renowned Disney’s Approach to Selection, Training & Engagement course for the first time to the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Baton Rouge on June 13.
The Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Commission and the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries have announced that June 8 and 9 will be “Free Fishing Weekend” for Louisiana citizens and visitors.
A department that could help the government find tens of millions of dollars in revenue is one step closer to becoming a reality.
Lawmakers want to tweak just a few more things before they create the Debt Recovery Department.
Getting caught smoking marijuana could soon carry a smaller fine and little to no jail time.
One representative is hoping to get a law passed that makes the penalties for possession of marijuana more lenient.
A toddler from Benton, La. was shot when a gun accidentally discharged in the child's grandmother's home.
On Monday, Benton Police were called to a house on Scarborough Road on reports of shots fired.
At least eight children -- mostly babies and toddlers younger than age 2 -- have died this spring after being left by caregivers or trapped in hot cars.
The public will have a chance to discuss the latest Green Light Project plan for the Picardy-Perkins Connection. Residents and business owners in the area are encouraged to attend tonight’s meeting.
