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Accident at BASF plant sends four to the hospital

Four contractors at the BASF plant in Geismar are recovering after an accident there earlier this week. A spokesperson for the plant told NBC33 News there was an "electrical incident."

Women rally at State Capitol in support of Medicaid expansion

Women across the state are calling for help and more healthcare. They're asking for more access to health options, and they say lawmakers can help.

Teen drowns in Lafayette pond

A teen who drowned in a Lafayette pond on May 14 has been identified. At approximately 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, Lafayette Police responded to Moore Park regarding a possible drowning.

LSU to hold graduation ceremonies on May 16,17

Approximately 3,772 students are expected to graduate during LSU’s 280th commencement exercises on Thursday, May 16, and Friday, May 17.

Baton Rouge veteran get cheers from Prince Harry at Warrior Games

Army veteran Anthony Robinson, from Baton Rouge, La., took off as Britain's Prince Harry cheered all racers during the cycling event of the Warrior Games on May 12, 2013.

Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries to hold summer day camps in June and July

The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) is sponsoring two summer day camps for children 12 to 16 years old at the Waddill Outdoor Education Center in Baton Rouge this summer.

Actors, film executives, politicians praise film tax credit compromise

Actors and film executives celebrated the continued health of their industry Tuesday.

Florida Boulevard to experience lane closures all week

Eastbound and Westbound US 190 (Florida Blvd) in Baton Rouge from Foster Dr. to Airline Hwy., will experience lane closures in each direction through Friday night, May 17.

Bill making sexual activity illegal between mental health professionals and patients shelved

A bill that would have made sexual contact between a psychotherapist and his patients illegal was shelved today.

Ascension Parish Sheriff's Office remembers fallen brethren at ceremony

Kind words, flowers, and prayers offered fallen law enforcement officers a moment of peace.

Local educational organization wants voucher program, will hold rally at Capitol on Wednesday

The fight to find another way to pay for Louisiana's school voucher program begins tomorrow at the Capitol.

New LSU Board of Supervisors student member elected

LSU junior John Woodard has been elected the new student member of the LSU Board of Supervisors.

Parents concerned about future of Belfair Elementary School

Parents and with their school board members spoke out Monday night about their concerns for the future of Belfair Elementary School.

Powerball jackpot increased to $360 Million, third largest in history

The Powerball jackpot for the May 15 drawing climbed to $360 million Tuesday, the third largest Powerball jackpot of all time.

Arsonist sets empty house ablaze near downtown Baton Rouge

A vacant house in Baton Rouge caught fire, damaging a neighboring home; investigators believe to be arson.