Tagged News

• Funding battle with District Attorney's Office heats up as parish lawyers claim St. George made false promises Play Video

  May 29, 2026 4:43 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Tensions rose in the lawsuit between the East Baton Rouge Parish government and the District Attorney's Office over funding this week as lawyers for the city-parish argued that St. George, along with other cities in the parish, should be sued as they directly benefit from the DA's... more »

• Louisiana customers overcharged by utilities would get refunds within 90 days under new bill Play Video

  May 25, 2026 7:32 PM

  BATON ROUGE — A bill aimed at strengthening consumer protections for Louisiana utility customers has passed both chambers of the state legislature and is now headed to the governor's desk. House Bill 478, authored by Rep. Alonzo Knox, requires utility providers to clearly identify reimbursements on customer bills... more »

• New report says Louisiana's system for funding public schools is outdated, proposes changes Play Video

  May 11, 2026 1:03 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Louisiana's system for funding public schools is outdated, according to a report by Louisiana Kids Matter. The report includes changes to the current funding system, Louisiana's Minimum Foundation Program, that would send money to schools based on students' needs. The current system determines how much... more »

• Livingston Parish deputies attempting to identify 4 people accused of using counterfeit money

  May 2, 2026 3:35 PM

  DENHAM SPRINGS — The Livingston Parish Sheriff's Office asked the public for help in identifying three people in connection with items being purchased with counterfeit bills. According to the sheriff's office, two women, along with a man, were attempting to purchase items with counterfeit $100 bills. Deputies are also... more »

• Over $2 million secured for safety efforts in Livingston Parish in new funding bill for DHS

  May 1, 2026 1:54 PM

  LIVINGSTON — Over $2 million has been secured for Livingston Parish in a funding bill for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. The parish now has $2.6 million in Community Project Funding to aid public safety efforts, with funding being used to construct an emergency operations center. The center... more »

• LSU to raise tuition for specific programs in fall 2026

  May 1, 2026 1:00 PM

  BATON ROUGE — LSU will increase tuition for certain programs in the fall of 2026, according to a report by The Advocate . The university increases tuition based on a tiered differential tuition system, charging more for majors that cost more to run. Tier 1 programs will see... more »

• Louisiana to get $1.2M in federal grant money to improve stormwater and sewer infrastructure Play Video

  April 29, 2026 1:00 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Louisiana is set to receive $1.2 million in grant money from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency intended to improve stormwater and sewer infrastructure. The money is a share of $80 million distributed nationwide as part of the EPA's Sewer Overflow and Stormwater Reuse Municipal Grant program.... more »

• BREC Commission defers sales of some parks as others move forward Play Video

  April 24, 2026 4:15 PM

  BATON ROUGE — The BREC Commission deferred a final vote on Thursday to declare several parks obsolete in order to authorize the sale of the land, according to a report by The Advocate . Out of the eight parks up for consideration, Alexander Street, Dover Street, Lanier Drive, an... more »

• Former Livingston public works director accused of using town funds to buy vehicle parts and settle debt Play Video

  April 6, 2026 12:31 PM

  LIVINGSTON — Investigative auditors said the Town of Livingston's former public works director allegedly used the town's funds to pay for vehicle parts and settle a personal debt. According to the Louisiana Legislative Auditor, former public works director Patrick Bell approved the purchase of $1,624 in vehicle parts in... more »

• LSU's Sigma Chi raises record breaking $140K through Derby Days event; majority to go to Mary Bird Perkins

  April 3, 2026 12:07 PM

  BATON ROUGE — The Gamma IOTA Chapter of Sigma Chi at Louisiana State University raised an IFC record-breaking $140,000 at its annual Derby Days philanthropy event. Derby Days is a week-long series of events that brings together LSU students, sororities and local businesses, with this year's programming including a... more »

• Southern University System asks legislature for $19 million in one-time money Play Video

  March 20, 2026 5:20 PM

  BATON ROUGE ( La. Illuminator ) — Southern University’s leader has called on state lawmakers to start making up for decades of underfunding in comparison with Louisiana’s flagship university. Interim SU System President Orlando McMeans is asking the legislature to pay $19 million toward the $1.2 billion disparity in... more »

• Louisiana Senate committee advances $15M tutoring expansion to keep K-8 students on track Play Video

  March 19, 2026 1:23 PM

  BATON ROUGE (LSU Manship News Service) — A bill to expand Louisiana’s high-dosage tutoring program advanced in a Senate committee Wednesday even as a broader debate is shaping up over state funding for K-12 education. Sen. Patrick McMath, R-Mandeville, proposed spending an additional $15 million a year to provide... more »

• West Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office warns residents of scammers pretending to be deputies Play Video

  March 13, 2026 1:56 PM

  ADDIS — The West Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office warned residents on Friday about a scam involving scammers claiming to be deputies, asking for money. According to deputies, scammers claiming to be with the West Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office are contacting residents about a missing court date and... more »

• State representative introduces several new bills focused on providing financial relief to residents Play Video

  March 2, 2026 10:13 AM

  BATON ROUGE — A state representative has introduced several new bills ahead of Louisiana's Legislative Session on March 9. The bills introduced by Rep. Alonzo Knox focus on providing financial relief to residents by advancing his affordability agenda, which centers on lowering grocery prices, stabilizing housing costs and protecting... more »

• Super Tax Day returns to the capital region offering free income tax assistance

  February 28, 2026 2:19 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Super Tax Day returned to the capital region on Saturday, offering free income tax assistance to residents across the Greater Baton Rouge Area. The annual event hosted by Capital Area United Way featured IRS-certified volunteers who provided free tax preparation along with a resource fair and... more »

• Biofuel plant owes Ascension Parish company over $50 million following lawsuit, reports say

  February 27, 2026 10:13 AM

  BURNSIDE — An Acadiana biofuel plant owes a company in Ascension Parish over $50 million after failing to uphold its end of an agreement, according to a report by The Advocate . Delta Biofuel LLC, the operator of a renewable fuel facility in Jeanerette, owes more than $56 million... more »

• President Trump wants to impose 15% tariff, up from 10% he announced after Supreme Court decision Play Video

  February 21, 2026 12:08 PM

  WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump said Saturday that he was raising the global tariff he wants to impose to 15%, up from 10% he had announced a day earlier. Trump said in a social media post on Saturday that he was making the decision “Based on a thorough,... more »

• LSU to wear jersey patch sponsored by Australian oil and gas company across all sports this fall Play Video

  February 16, 2026 11:05 AM

  BATON ROUGE — LSU will wear a sponsored patch on its jerseys across all 21 varsity sports starting in the fall, the school announced Monday. The patch will feature the logo of Woodside Energy, an Australian oil and gas company with operations based in Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana. The logo... more »

• City of St. George formally launches Chamber of Commerce Play Video

  February 13, 2026 8:06 AM

  ST. GEORGE — The city of St. George has officially launched its own Chamber of Commerce, marking another step in the recently created city's development. The St. George Chamber of Commerce was formally introduced at a public meeting on Jan. 9, where local leaders and business owners gathered. ... more »

• Louisiana fixes errors in food stamp program in an attempt to avoid a $95 million penalty Play Video

  February 8, 2026 12:42 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Louisiana state health officials are attempting to fix errors in the state's food assistance program, which currently feeds one out of every five Louisiana families, in an attempt to avoid a $95 million federal penalty, according to a report by The Advocate . The potential penalty... more »

• Baton Rouge businesses prepare for Mardi Gras revenue boost Play Video

  February 6, 2026 7:20 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Some of the biggest parades in the Capital City will roll over the next two weekends. The parades are expected to give local businesses a big revenue boost. It may not be New Orleans, but parades in Baton Rouge draw thousands of people and millions of... more »

• Senator John Kennedy announces $3.8 million FEMA grant following Winter Storm Fern

  January 30, 2026 6:52 PM

  BATON ROUGE — U.S. Senator John Kennedy announced a $3.8 million Federal Emergency Management Agency grant for the Louisiana Governor's Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness on Friday. The FEMA aid will fund emergency protective measures, including generators for public buildings that lose power, mobile command units, mobile... more »

• Multiple people arrested following check fraud investigation, several others wanted Play Video

  January 30, 2026 5:09 PM

  PORT ALLEN — The West Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office announced on Friday that an investigation involving a fraudulent check scheme resulted in multiple arrests as well as several warrants being issued. According to West Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff Jeff Bergeron, the investigation began in early July when detectives... more »

• Dancing for Big Buddy hosts Star Dancer Mentor Day ahead of fundraiser Play Video

  January 30, 2026 11:49 AM

  BATON ROUGE — Big Buddy Mentoring Baton Rouge hosted its Star Dancer Mentor Day on Friday, featuring WBRZ's own April Davis ahead of the 18th Annual Dancing for Big Buddy fundraising event. Each year, Dancing for Big Buddy hosts star dancers from across the capital city’s community to raise... more »

• Inaugural Alzheimer's Ball kicks off in Baton Rouge Play Video

  January 25, 2026 8:14 PM

  BATON ROUGE — The inaugural Alzheimer's Ball kicked off in Baton Rouge on Saturday. Organizers invited community members to the City Club of Baton Rouge for a night full of events, including dance performances, raffles and a silent auction. "We want to shed light on Alzheimer's Service in... more »

• $50 million development in North Baton Rouge to bring new grocery store alongside other businesses Play Video

  January 17, 2026 12:15 PM

  BATON ROUGE — A $50 million investment in North Baton Rouge is scheduled to begin development on Monday as the area receives a new grocery store along with additional retail development by Harvest Fresh. The project, named The BLVD at Harding, will be located within Howell Place off Harding... more »

• Construction begins on $2.9 million road rehab project in the 72nd Avenue area Play Video

  January 16, 2026 3:42 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Construction has officially begun on the $2.9 million Sales Tax Street and Road Rehabilitation Program aimed to improve infrastructure to neighborhoods within the 72nd Avenue area. The program aims to improve roadway conditions, safety and long-term durability across the district, including the Banks neighborhood and the... more »

• Protestors gather at Capitol in support of protests in Iran Play Video

  January 10, 2026 5:02 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Protestors in Baton Rouge gathered at the Capitol for a second day of protesting in support of the protests in Iran on Saturday. The group said they're fighting for the freedom of the people in Iran after protests in the country began due to inflation spiking... more »

• LSU owes Kiffin $500,000 bonus following Ole Miss' Sugar Bowl win; gets $1 million with national title Play Video

  January 2, 2026 11:53 AM

  BATON ROUGE - According to his contract, LSU owes Lane Kiffin $500,000 following Ole Miss' victory in the Allstate Sugar Bowl, the College Football Playoff quarterfinal, in New Orleans on Thursday. Kiffin's former team, ranked No. 6, beat No. 2 Georgia 39-34, moving on to play Miami in the... more »

• Baton Rouge high school projects planned for new year following $42 million bond sale Play Video

  December 27, 2025 1:19 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Several Baton Rouge public high schools are set to receive additions alongside repairs and renovations following a recent multimillion-dollar bond sale. The parish school board agreed to a $40 million bond sale in October to enhance the high school experience in Baton Rouge schools. The sale... more »

• Christmas Eve winner in Arkansas lands a $1.817 billion Powerball lottery jackpot Play Video

  December 25, 2025 1:12 PM

  A Powerball ticket purchased outside Little Rock, Arkansas, won a $1.817 billion jackpot in Wednesday's Christmas Eve drawing, ending the lottery game’s three-month stretch without a top-prize winner. The winning numbers were 04, 25, 31, 52 and 59, with the Powerball number being 19. The winning ticket was sold... more »

• Powerball's $1.7B jackpot could make Christmas Eve unforgettable for a lucky winner Play Video

  December 24, 2025 7:36 AM

  A Christmas Eve Powerball drawing could add new meaning to holiday cheer as millions of players hope to cash in on the $1.7 billion prize, which comes after months without a jackpot winner. The winning numbers are 25, 59, 04, 52, 31 and 19. The United States' 4th-largest... more »

• $900 million in FEMA funding awaits Homeland Security Kristi Noem's approval, according to report Play Video

  December 21, 2025 8:11 PM

  WASHINGTON - Over $900 million in Federal Emergency Management Agency grants and loans await Homeland Security Kristi Noem's approval due to her policy of personally reviewing major spending, according to The Hill . The policy of Noem personally approving expenditures that cost $100,000 or more has led to a... more »

• Woman arrested for allegedly issuing over $200,000 in fraudulent payroll payments Play Video

  December 19, 2025 10:36 AM

  BATON ROUGE - The East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office arrested a woman on Thursday after she allegedly issued over $200,000 in fraudulent payroll payments. According to arrest records, on March 25, the Financial Crimes Division began investigating a complaint by a local towing company accusing 58-year-old Barbara Michot... more »

• State lawmaker proposes regulation to protect athletes' NIL finances Play Video

  December 8, 2025 7:00 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Student-athletes are put under an immense amount of pressure, and in the new landscape of name, image and likeness deals, money can add to the stress. The NCAA allowed for student-athletes to strike up professional contracts four years ago. Now, Louisiana lawmakers are considering how to... more »

• Baton Rouge Police Department arrests man for November robbery Play Video

  December 7, 2025 7:38 PM

  BATON ROUGE - The Baton Rouge Police Department arrested a man who allegedly robbed a store employee back in November on Saturday after he returned to the property. After a short foot pursuit, police apprehended Elias Varise, 20, and learned that he was previously the subject of a robbery... more »

• Baton Rouge animal shelter asks for emergency foster parents due to overcrowding

  December 6, 2025 12:55 PM

  BATON ROUGE - An animal shelter in Baton Rouge is asking the public for help as it urgently searches for emergency foster parents and adopters for at least 40 dogs. The Companion Animal Alliance released a message on Friday asking the public to help foster animals as the shelter... more »

• Employee's relative at contractor business accused of stealing nearly $2,000 through fraudulent checks

  December 5, 2025 3:43 PM

  BATON ROUGE — An employee's relative at CDR General Contractors allegedly stole $1,900 from the business by writing fraudulent checks in the name of a former employee and depositing them into another person's account. Nicholas Spears, 24, was arrested Thursday by the Baton Rouge Police Department on felony charges... more »

• DCFS audit puts Louisiana near bottom of national rankings for child support collection Play Video

  December 3, 2025 5:50 PM

  BATON ROUGE — A recently released audit of the Department of Children and Family Services' Child Support Enforcement program ranked Louisiana among the worst U.S. states and territories at collecting child support payments. According to the Louisiana Legislative Auditor , Louisiana ranked No. 52 out of 54 states and... more »

• Baton Rouge Police Department arrests man after vehicle pursuit leads to drug bust Play Video

  November 29, 2025 12:14 PM

  BATON ROUGE - The Baton Rouge Police Department announced on Saturday that it arrested a man on multiple drug charges after he allegedly fled from police. Officers said a pursuit took place after a driver refused to stop following a traffic violation at Perkins Road and Park Boulevard. ... more »

• 'He got his arm because of the Baton Rouge community,' capital area raises money for teen's bionic arm Play Video

  November 27, 2025 3:41 PM

  BATON ROUGE - A 15-year-old is thanking the Baton Rouge community for raising the money needed to purchase him a bionic arm. John Francis is like many teens his age. He likes video games like Minecraft and Guild Wars, activities like Taekwondo and riding bikes and playing instruments like... more »

• U.S. Small Business Administration visits Ponchatoula ahead of Small Business Saturday Play Video

  November 26, 2025 4:14 PM

  PONCHATOULA - Regional Administrator for the U.S. Small Business Administration Justin Crossie visited a small business in Ponchatoula on Wednesday ahead of Small Business Saturday on Nov. 29. Crossie visited Revival Art House, an art gallery home to over 200 local artists. "Whenever you shop at Revival, you're... more »

• Bayou Manchac flood mitigation project receives $30 million in state funding Play Video

  November 21, 2025 10:04 AM

  GONZALES - The Bayou Manchac flood mitigation project received $30 million in state funding after the Iberville Parish Council passed a resolution to include the City of St. George in the intergovernmental agreement between multiple parishes. The project, a combined effort between Iberville, Ascension and East Baton Rouge parishes,... more »

• Billionaires Eat First highlights the consequences of SNAP benefit cuts Play Video

  November 17, 2025 8:04 PM

  BATON ROUGE - State representatives met at the capital on Monday to launch Billionaires Eat First, a national awareness effort by Unrig Our Economy to highlight the consequences of SNAP benefit cuts for low-income families. The campaign aims to expose how congressional republicans slashed food assistance for millions of... more »

• KOK Wings & Things offers free meals to college students, families affected by the government shutdown Play Video

  November 16, 2025 6:49 PM

  BATON ROUGE - KOK Wings and Things offered free meals on Sunday to families and college students impacted by the government shutdown . Locations in Baton Rouge, New Iberia and Lafayette plan to offer one free meal on Sundays to college students with SNAP benefits and a college ID... more »

• Ascension Parish Sheriff's Office warns of mail scam targeting homeowners Play Video

  November 14, 2025 1:08 PM

  ASCENSION - The Ascension Parish Sheriff's Office warned the public on Friday of a deceptive letter being mailed to homeowners as part of a scam. The letter claims to be from a company called Property Site, located in Bakersfield, Calif., and requests a payment for a "Property Assessment Profile,"... more »

• LDH prepares to distribute 100% of federal SNAP funds Play Video

  November 14, 2025 11:34 AM

  BATON ROUGE - The Louisiana Department of Health plans to distribute 100% of the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program to eligible recipients within a week. Full federal benefits will be paid to eligible SNAP households that haven't received their November benefits, and all households that only received 65% of... more »

• Cleveland Guardians pitchers indicted in connection to sports gambling investigation

  November 9, 2025 3:30 PM

  Two Major League Baseball pitchers allegedly conspired with sports bettors to rig pitches they threw so the bettors would profit from illegal wagers, federal prosecutors in Brooklyn and the FBI announced in an indictment on Sunday. Cleveland Guardians player Luis Leandro Ortiz was arrested Sunday at Logan Airport in... more »

• St. Vincent de Paul hosting drive to fill food bank as government shutdown, SNAP concerns continue Play Video

  November 5, 2025 7:43 AM

  BATON ROUGE — As the government shutdown reaches a record length of 35 days, SNAP benefits remain suspended or severely limited nationwide. To help people struggling amid the suspension of benefits, St. Vincent de Paul of Baton Rouge is hosting a food drive over the weekend. Donations will... more »

• Southeastern Louisiana University hosts the Lion Up Recovery program's Roomie's Merry Market

  November 1, 2025 7:43 PM

  HAMMOND - Southeastern Louisiana University kicked off the holiday season with the Lion Up Recovery program's Roomie's Merry Market. The market features over 80 local vendors, including boutiques, gourmet food, art and holiday decor, and offers several festive activities, like photos with Santa, live music from a KSLU Radio... more »

• Former BREC employee's appeal hearing grows tense as ethics complaint surfaces Play Video

  October 31, 2025 5:40 PM

  BATON ROUGE — A former BREC employee is continuing her fight to get her job back, saying she was wrongfully terminated for refusing to follow improper financial orders. Friday marked the second day of testimony before the BREC Board of Commissioners in the appeal hearing for Tonya Smith, who... more »

• LPSO says scammers targeting family members of those incarcerated at Livingston Parish Detention Center

  October 31, 2025 11:51 AM

  LIVINGSTON - The Livingston Parish Sheriff's Office warned the public via a Facebook post that scammers are targeting family members of those incarcerated at the Livingston Parish Detention Center. The office received multiple reports of residents being contacted by scammers claiming to be deputies, saying that their family members... more »

• Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University receives $2.2 million grant to fund Project FRANCIS Play Video

  October 31, 2025 10:47 AM

  BATON ROUGE - Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University announced on Friday that it received a $2.2 million Department of Education Title III Strengthening Institutions grant to fund its Project FRANCIS initiative. Project FRANCIS, which stands for faithfully retaining, advancing, nurturing and cultivating indispensable students, aims to improve student... more »

• LOSFA offices reopen after outage, third-party investigation underway Play Video

  October 27, 2025 12:00 PM

  BATON ROUGE - LOSFA offices reopened Monday after an outage that disrupted the information technology systems for several weeks. A third-party investigation of the cyber incident that occurred at the beginning of October has begun. LOSFA services were restored on Oct. 17. The START college savings program has... more »

• Grieving mom hires contractor for dream project, materials paid for missing Play Video

  October 24, 2025 4:53 PM

  BAKER - Adding an extra room and en suite to her Baker home was a dream LaWanda Young shared with her son, Justin Howard. They often discussed it to make more room for Howard's younger brother. Sadly, Howard died in a car accident on Highland Road in July. He... more »

• Louisiana AG: Arkansas man defrauds State Retirement System for more than $33,000 Play Video

  October 24, 2025 4:28 PM

  LOUISIANA - An Arkansas man was arrested for defrauding the Louisiana State Retirement System for more than $33,000, the Attorney General said. Derrick Mullins, 50, of Forrest City, Arkansas, is suspected of receiving benefits in the name of a member of Louisiana's retirement system who has been dead for... more »

• Coffee prices continue to climb, putting pressure on local shops Play Video

  October 22, 2025 6:30 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Coffee prices are soaring, and local business owners say it’s hitting their bottom line. Over the past several months, the cost of coffee beans has nearly tripled. Amber Elworth, owner of Light House Coffee on Lee Drive, said she used to pay $2.60 per pound for... more »

• Gonzales couple arrested for contractor fraud after abandoning a $187,000 project Play Video

  October 18, 2025 5:51 PM

  ASCENSION - A Gonzales couple was arrested for contractor fraud after abandoning a project that paid them over $180,000. The Ascension Parish Sheriff's Office Financial Crimes Unit began investigating Angel Lambert, 37, and William Lambert III,43, in June after receiving a complaint from a customer of the Lamberts. ... more »

• LOSFA gives update on restoration efforts after outage takes systems offline Play Video

  October 13, 2025 12:30 PM

  BATON ROUGE - LOSFA offices remain closed as of Monday morning while the staff works out of the Regent's offices in Baton Rouge to reestablish phone and email systems. Louisiana's 529 college START savings accounts came back online on Oct. 8 with limited functionality after an outage disrupted their... more »

• East Baton Rouge charter schools awarded $7.1 million from U.S. Department of Education

  October 10, 2025 9:53 AM

  BATON ROUGE - The U.S. Department of Education awarded Helix Community Schools $7.1 million as part of its Charter Schools Program grant. Helix said the money will help transform Baker High School and Park Ridge Achievement Academy into Type 3 charter schools following their recent transition into Helix FinTech... more »

• Audit: St. Mary Parish Council failed to collect specific fees, fix budgets for accurate amount of funds

  October 6, 2025 1:18 PM

  ST. MARY - An independent auditor's report of the St. Mary Parish council for the fiscal year of 2023 detailed seven issues with the council, six of which were repeated from 2022. The auditor stated that the parish council failed to collect specific fees and to fix budgets for... more »

• Man arrested by EBR deputies allegedly stole over $11,000 after stealing woman's identity Play Video

  October 6, 2025 9:46 AM

  BATON ROUGE - A Jefferson Parish resident was arrested by East Baton Rouge Parish deputies after he was suspected of using a woman's identity to steal over $11,000 directly from her bank account. After discovering three suspicious transactions to her account, a Region's Bank representative reportedly informed her that... more »

• Louisiana athletics leaders looking to get ahead of NIL issues Play Video

  September 30, 2025 7:17 PM

  BATON ROUGE - A legislative task force made up of athletics leaders from across the state, student-athletes and high school coaches met Tuesday to try to get ahead of future name, image and likeness issues. Nearly every university in the state had a seat at the table Tuesday. The... more »

• 5-year-old's lemonade stand raising money for cancer patients Play Video

  September 28, 2025 3:59 PM

  BATON ROUGE - A 5-year-old cancer survivor set up shop on Sunday to raise money for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Madison Hussein raised $15,000 last year at her annual lemonade stand in support of the hospital that took care of her when she had Ganglioneuroblastoma, a tumor above... more »

• Lawmakers summon LHSAA executives to Capitol building to discuss high-school athletics concerns Play Video

  September 23, 2025 7:21 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Louisiana lawmakers summoned Louisiana High School Athletic Association executives to the Capitol on Tuesday to raise concerns about a range of topics, including revenue and transfer and eligibility rules. State legislators on the newly formed special legislative study committee on the LHSAA were vocal about their... more »

• 'Give us a new, fresh look:' BREC Interim Superintendent creating measures to address 2023 audit Play Video

  September 2, 2025 10:19 PM

  BATON ROUGE - BREC Superintendent Janet Simmons said the agency is putting measures in place to get BREC on the right track after the 2023 audit released by the Louisiana Legislative Auditor's Office on Monday noted compliance issues and missing equipment. As previously reported , the audit noted non-compliance... more »