The East Baton Rouge Parish Metro Council approved three parts of Mayor Edwards’ proposal Wednesday to pay for his ‘THRIVE ...

Two bills that seek to give lawmakers more of a buffer between themselves and ethics complaints passed out of the House and ...

ADDIS, La. (WAFB) - John Foster, Addis native and American Idol top three finalist made it back home. He was escorted through ...

State health officials are reminding everyone to get vaccinated for whooping cough as cases continue to rise, surpassing last ...

The EBR Metro Council will still consider the other three funding sources of the proposal.

Family confirmed former East Baton Rouge Parish Mayor-President Melvin “Kip” Holden died on Wednesday morning, May 14. He was 72. According to data from the Louisiana Department of Health, in 2024, ...

A Baton Rouge businessman is facing criminal charges after the FBI accused him of a federal count of wire fraud.

New arrest documents explain the alleged roles that eight people reportedly played in a fight inside of the 19th Judicial ...

“State law requires that all school bus drivers thoroughly check their buses at the end of each route to ensure no students ...

First Street in Addis will be closed on Wednesday afternoon for parade honoring American Idol contestant John Foster.

Addis native John Foster is heading home to celebrate his Top 3 spot in American Idol, and both Addis and Plaquemine city ...

Heat will continue to build over the next several days, leading to the first 90-degree days of 2025 for many in our area.