New Llano, La. (KALB News Channel 5) Around 4 p.m. on May 23, a call came in to the Veron Parish Sheriff's office that an armed robber was at the Vernon Bank South Branch.More>>
ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - The devastating Tornados in Oklahoma may ruin homes, but they bring out the best in neighbors. News Channel 5's Matt Jordan explores how folks in Cenla are giving to those in need.More>>
ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - On May 23, deputies from Rapides Parish received information from the Grant Parish Sheriff's office that Michael Proveaux was allegedly manufacturing methamphetamine.More>>
By DAVID CRARY and NOMAAN MERCHANTAssociated Press GRAPEVINE, Texas (AP) - After lengthy and wrenching debate, local leaders of the Boy Scouts of America have voted to open their ranks to openly gayMore>>
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — A Charlotte woman who apparently had her fill of her son's behavior issues has decided to let local police deal with him. Charlotte-Mecklenburg police said officers were calledMore >>
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — A Charlotte woman who apparently had her fill of her son's behavior issues has decided to let local police deal with him. Charlotte-Mecklenburg police said officers were calledMore >>
LEESVILLE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - Here is a list of some of the recent arrests from Leesville. 1. Joseph Andrew Adamski III, W/M, DOB: 3/20/1990 Booked: 5/21/2013 OWI-1st Bond $1,500.00 MaximumMore >>
LEESVILLE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - Here is a list of some of the recent arrests from Leesville. 1. Joseph Andrew Adamski III, W/M, DOB: 3/20/1990 Booked: 5/21/2013 OWI-1st Bond $1,500.00 MaximumMore >>
WASHINGTON, D.C. (KALB News Channel 5) —On May 24th, U.S. Senator Mary L. Landrieu joined her colleagues in sponsoring a new legislation that could help veterans own a small business.More >>
WASHINGTON, D.C. (KALB News Channel 5) —On May 24th, U.S. Senator Mary L. Landrieu joined her colleagues in sponsoring a new legislation that could help veterans own a small business.More >>
ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - Tom Thumb Headstart Center had a group of kindergartens graduate May 23rd. They were kind enough to send us a few pictures of the big day.More >>
ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - Tom Thumb Head Start Center had a group of kindergartners graduate May 23rd. They were kind enough to send us a few pictures of the big day.More >>
ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - On Feb. 26th, deputies responded to a complainant in Cotile Lake. It was in reference to trespassing.More >>
ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - On Feb. 26th, deputies responded to a complainant in Cotile Lake. It was in reference to trespassing and theft.More >>
HAMMOND, La. (KALB News Channel 5) – Vinca is the arguably the most popular warm-season bedding plant in Louisiana. The plant is sometimes called periwinkle. It is very drought tolerant and has aMore >>
HAMMOND, La. (KALB News Channel 5) – Vinca is the arguably the most popular warm-season bedding plant in Louisiana. The plant is sometimes called periwinkle. It is very drought tolerant and has aMore >>
BATON ROUGE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - The Louisiana Federation for Children commended Superintendent John White and the Louisiana Department of Education on May 24th.More >>
BATON ROUGE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - The Louisiana Federation for Children commended State Superintendent John White and the Louisiana Department of Education on May 24th.More >>
ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - The Rapides Parish Sheriff's Office received a complaint on May 23rd in reference to allegation of sexual criminal acts.More >>
ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - The Rapides Parish Sheriff's Office received a complaint on May 23rd in reference to allegation of sexual criminal acts.More >>
ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - The Boy Scouts of America is known for giving young people the tools to develop real-life skills to aid them in becoming responsible adults.More >>
ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - The Boy Scouts of America is known for giving young people the tools to develop real-life skills to aid them in becoming responsible adults.More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 11:17 AM EDT2013-05-24 15:17:33 GMT
By NEDRA PICKLERAssociated Press ANNAPOLIS, Md. (AP) - President Barack Obama says sexual assault threatens the "trust and discipline" that makes the U.S. military strong and respected. Speaking at theMore >>
By NEDRA PICKLERAssociated Press ANNAPOLIS, Md. (AP) - President Barack Obama says sexual assault threatens the "trust and discipline" that makes the U.S. military strong and respected. Speaking at theMore >>
Friday, May 24 2013 11:16 AM EDT2013-05-24 15:16:12 GMT
By WAYNE PARRYAssociated Press SEASIDE HEIGHTS, N.J. (AP) - New Jersey rolled out some of its big guns Friday to proclaim that the shore is back following Superstorm Sandy, using Gov. Chris ChristieMore >>
By WAYNE PARRYAssociated Press SEASIDE HEIGHTS, N.J. (AP) - New Jersey rolled out some of its big guns Friday to proclaim that the shore is back following Superstorm Sandy, using Gov. Chris ChristieMore >>
Friday, May 24 2013 11:09 AM EDT2013-05-24 15:09:29 GMT
By DAVID A. LIEBAssociated Press MOORE, Okla. (AP) - After living nearly 20 years in their one-story brick home, Sherry and Larry Wells finally won the lottery - for a state rebate on a home storm shelter,More >>
By DAVID A. LIEBAssociated Press MOORE, Okla. (AP) - After living nearly 20 years in their one-story brick home, Sherry and Larry Wells finally won the lottery - for a state rebate on a home storm shelter,More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 11:06 AM EDT2013-05-24 15:06:36 GMT
By MICHAEL FELBERBAUMAP Business Writer RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - Craft breweries from around the country are teaming up to raise money for military families by selling a beer aged on baseball bats. The HopsMore >>
By MICHAEL FELBERBAUMAP Business Writer RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - Craft breweries from around the country are teaming up to raise money for military families by selling a beer aged on baseball bats. The HopsMore >>
Friday, May 24 2013 11:04 AM EDT2013-05-24 15:04:22 GMT
By SAM HANANELAssociated Press WASHINGTON (AP) - When President Barack Obama pushed his health care overhaul plan through Congress, he counted labor unions among his strongest supporters. But some unionsMore >>
By SAM HANANELAssociated Press WASHINGTON (AP) - When President Barack Obama pushed his health care overhaul plan through Congress, he counted labor unions among his strongest supporters. But some unionsMore >>
Friday, May 24 2013 11:02 AM EDT2013-05-24 15:02:59 GMT
By LARA JAKES and JULIE PACEAssociated Press WASHINGTON (AP) - Forecasting the changing nature of threats against the U.S. for years to come, President Barack Obama says "America is at a crossroads."More >>
By LARA JAKES and JULIE PACEAssociated Press WASHINGTON (AP) - Forecasting the changing nature of threats against the U.S. for years to come, President Barack Obama says "America is at a crossroads."More >>
MOUNT VERNON, Wash. (AP) — An Interstate 5 Thursday evening, dumping two vehicles into the water and sparking a rescue effort by boats and divers.More >>
MOUNT VERNON, Wash. (AP) — An Interstate 5 Thursday evening, dumping two vehicles into the water and sparking a rescue effort by boats and divers. More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 7:46 PM EDT2013-05-23 23:46:45 GMT
ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - Walmart as a company may occasionally draw criticism, but there's one employee who is undisputably adored within its walls. This year marks the 30th anniversaryMore >>
ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - Walmart as a company may occasionally draw criticism, but there's one employee who is undisputably adored within its walls.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 7:36 PM EDT2013-05-23 23:36:53 GMT
ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5)- With hurricane season less than two weeks away now is the time to prepare your property and your family for the season. The Louisiana Department of Revenue is offeringMore >>
ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5)- Hurricane season officially begins June 1st. You can save a little money and a lot of hassle by preparing your family and your property before the storms are here. News Channel 5's Rachael Penton has all the details on a special sales tax holiday.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 7:24 PM EDT2013-05-23 23:24:36 GMT
PINEVILLE, La. (KALB News Channel 5)- There are two young ladies from Pineville High School who are not only best friends, but fellow competitors. News Channel 5's Rachael Penton introduces us to two beautyMore >>
PINEVILLE, La. (KALB News Channel 5)- There are two young ladies from Pineville who are not only best friends, but fellow competitors. News Channel 5's Rachael Penton introduces us to two beauty queens aiming to represent Louisiana in this latest edition of Young Achiever's Spotlight.More >>
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) - A new 2-cents monthly tax on cell phones to help provide services for people with hearing impairment has been approved by the Senate Revenue and Fiscal Affairs Committee.More >>
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) - A new 2-cents monthly tax on cell phones to help provide services for people with hearing impairment has been approved by the Senate Revenue and Fiscal Affairs Committee.More >>
NEW YORK (AP) - CBS is strengthening its dominance over the television industry at the same time that the unprecedented reign of "American Idol" is ending.More >>
NEW YORK (AP) - CBS is strengthening its dominance over the television industry at the same time that the unprecedented reign of "American Idol" is ending.More >>
GRAPEVINE, Texas (AP) - The Boy Scouts of America's National Council has voted to ease a long-standing ban and allow openly gay boys to be accepted as Scouts.More >>
GRAPEVINE, Texas (AP) - The Boy Scouts of America's National Council has voted to ease a long-standing ban and allow openly gay boys to be accepted as Scouts.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 6:07 PM EDT2013-05-23 22:07:55 GMT
By RAMIT PLUSHNICK-MASTI and CHRISTOPHER SHERMANAssociated Press MOORE, Okla. (AP) - Students from a suburban Oklahoma City elementary school destroyed by this week's tornado reunited with their teachersMore >>
By RAMIT PLUSHNICK-MASTI and CHRISTOPHER SHERMANAssociated Press MOORE, Okla. (AP) - Students from a suburban Oklahoma City elementary school destroyed by this week's tornado reunited with their teachersMore >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 5:53 PM EDT2013-05-23 21:53:19 GMT
By STEPHEN OHLEMACHERAssociated Press WASHINGTON (AP) - A day after she refused to answer questions at a congressional hearing, Lois Lerner has been replaced as director the Internal Revenue ServiceMore >>
By STEPHEN OHLEMACHERAssociated Press WASHINGTON (AP) - A day after she refused to answer questions at a congressional hearing, Lois Lerner has been replaced as director the Internal Revenue ServiceMore >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 5:50 PM EDT2013-05-23 21:50:01 GMT
CLEVELAND (AP) - The man who famously put down his Big Mac to help rescue three women held captive for years in a Cleveland house will get free McDonald's for the next year, a company spokeswoman confirmedMore >>
CLEVELAND (AP) - The man who famously put down his Big Mac to help rescue three women held captive for years in a Cleveland house will get free McDonald's for the next year, a company spokeswoman confirmedMore >>
BATON ROUGE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) –Due to the severe damage and power outages caused by severe weather, Gov. Bobby Jindal has declared a state of emergency.More >>
BATON ROUGE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) –Due to the severe damage and power outages caused by severe weather, Gov. Bobby Jindal has declared a state of emergency.
NBC - When Jes Baker heard that Abercrombie & Fitch CEO Mike Jeffries wasn't interested in customers her size, she decided to respond by showing him what he was missing. In an open letter to JeffriesMore >>
NBC - When Jes Baker heard that Abercrombie & Fitch CEO Mike Jeffries wasn't interested in customers her size, she decided to respond by showing him what he was missing. In an open letter to JeffriesMore >>
BATON ROUGE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - Governor Bobby Jindal announced on May 23rd that he has signed new bills passed by the Legislature into law.More >>
BATON ROUGE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - Governor Bobby Jindal announced on May 23rd that he has signed new bills passed by the Legislature into law.More >>
ALEXANDRIA,La. (KALB News Channel 5)--We spoke to a Bolton High School graduate who's now a student at University of Oklaholma. The house he's renting in Moore, Oklahoma -- as well as his possessionsMore >>
ALEXANDRIA,La. (KALB News Channel 5)--We spoke to a Bolton High School graduate who's now a student at University of Oklahoma. The house he's renting in Moore, Oklahoma -- as well as his possessions -- are gone. Lucky for him - he was here in Alexandria for his brother's high school graduation.More >>
Baton Rouge, LA (KALB News Channel 5) – The State Fire Marshall says security system companies are soliciting sales by canvassing neighborhoods.More >>
Baton Rouge, LA (KALB News Channel 5) – The State Fire Marshall says security system companies are soliciting sales by canvassing neighborhoods.More >>
Plaquemines Parish, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - The Plaquemines Community CARE Center has a new research-based video and discussion workshop called Active Parenting NOW. This program offers an effectiveMore >>
Plaquemines Parish, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - The Plaquemines Community CARE Center has a new research-based video and discussion workshop called Active Parenting NOW. This program offers an effectiveMore >>
BOYCE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - On April 5th Rapides Parish deputies responded to Camp 8 Pentecostal Church at in reference to a break in and vandalizing.More >>
BOYCE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - On April 5th Rapides Parish deputies responded to Camp 8 Pentecostal Chuch at in reference to a break in and vandalizing property.More >>
BATON ROUGE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) – Louisiana State University has announced the names of the students that made the Dean's List and the Chancellor's Honor Roll for the spring 2013 semester.More >>
BATON ROUGE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) – Louisiana State University has announced the names of the students that made the Dean's List and the Chancellor's Honor Roll for the spring 2013 semester.More >>
Fort Polk, Louisiana – Our Family for Families First is a private charitable foundation that supports military families in pursuit of higher education.More >>
Fort Polk, Louisiana (KALB News Channel 5) – Our Family for Families First is a private charitable foundation that supports military families in pursuit of higher education.More >>
ST. LANDRY, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - St. Landry Crime Stoppers needs your help. Recently there have been a rash of ATV thefts in the Eunice area.More >>
ST. LANDRY, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - St. Landry Crime Stoppers needs your help. Recently there have been a rash of ATV thefts in the Eunice area.More >>
MONTGOMERY, La. (KALB News Channel 5)--The Town of Montgomery has issued a boil advisory due to a main water line break. For more information call 318-646-3110.More >>
MONTGOMERY, La. (KALB News Channel 5)--The Town of Montgomery has issued a boil advisory due to a main water line break.More >>
LEESVILLE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - Leesville police conducted a routine traffic stop in Kurthwood Extension on a vehicle that failed to signal.More >>
LEESVILLE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - Leesville police conducted a routine traffic stop in Kurthwood Extension on a vehicle that failed to signal.More >>
ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - The Red Cross and Renegade Harley at 2030 North Mall Dr. will be conducting a blood drive May 23 and May 24.More >>
ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - The Red Cross and Renegade Harley at 2030 North Mall Dr. will be conducting a blood drive May 23 and May 24.More >>
ALEXANDRIA-PINEVILLE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - A truck accident has closed the O.K. Allen Bridge in both directions on Thursday morning.Police say a truck struck the bridge and a large storage containerMore >>
ALEXANDRIA-PINEVILLE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - A truck accident has closed the O.K. Allen Bridge in both directions on Thursday morning.More >>
New Llano, La. (KALB News Channel 5) Around 4 p.m. on May 23, a call came in to the Veron Parish Sheriff's office that an armed robber was at the Vernon Bank South.More >>
New Llano, La. (KALB News Channel 5) Around 4 p.m. on May 23, a call came in to the Veron Parish Sheriff's office that an armed robber was at the Vernon Bank South Branch.More >>
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — A Charlotte woman who apparently had her fill of her son's behavior issues has decided to let local police deal with him. Charlotte-Mecklenburg police said officers were calledMore >>
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — A Charlotte woman who apparently had her fill of her son's behavior issues has decided to let local police deal with him. Charlotte-Mecklenburg police said officers were calledMore >>
ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - On May 23, deputies from Rapides Parish received information from the Grant Parish Sheriff's office that Michael Proveaux was allegedly manufacturing methamphetamine.More >>
ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - On May 23, deputies from Rapides Parish received information from the Grant Parish Sheriff's office that Michael Proveaux was allegedly manufacturing methamphetamine.More >>
ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - The Rapides Parish Sheriff's Office received a complaint on May 23rd in reference to allegation of sexual criminal acts.More >>
ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - The Rapides Parish Sheriff's Office received a complaint on May 23rd in reference to allegation of sexual criminal acts.More >>
LEESVILLE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - Here is a list of some of the recent arrests from Leesville. 1. Joseph Andrew Adamski III, W/M, DOB: 3/20/1990 Booked: 5/21/2013 OWI-1st Bond $1,500.00 MaximumMore >>
LEESVILLE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - Here is a list of some of the recent arrests from Leesville. 1. Joseph Andrew Adamski III, W/M, DOB: 3/20/1990 Booked: 5/21/2013 OWI-1st Bond $1,500.00 MaximumMore >>
ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - On Feb. 26th, deputies responded to a complainant in Cotile Lake. It was in reference to trespassing.More >>
ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - On Feb. 26th, deputies responded to a complainant in Cotile Lake. It was in reference to trespassing and theft.More >>
When You arrive - 1.) Sit down, relax, and enjoy a drink while we explain the Brazil Steak House' dining experience. 2.) Visit our gourmet salad bar. Enjoy more than 30 items including fresh cut vegetables,More >>
4501 Jackson Street Ext., Alexandria, Louisiana 71303More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 6:08 PM EDT2013-05-24 22:08:33 GMT
ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - The devastating Tornados in Oklahoma may ruin homes, but they bring out the best in neighbors. News Channel 5's Matt Jordan explores how folks in Cenla are givingMore >>
ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - The devastating Tornados in Oklahoma may ruin homes, but they bring out the best in neighbors. News Channel 5's Matt Jordan explores how folks in Cenla are giving to those in need.More >>
Working moms with young children may be always strapped for time, energy and money. But Gwyneth Paltrow has a solution that worked for her — and might work for you: modeling.More >>
Working moms with young children may be always strapped for time, energy and money. But Gwyneth Paltrow has a solution that worked for her — and might work for you: modeling.More >>
Janet Jackson is officially a billionaire. According to Variety, the singer's big bank account is thanks to decades in the music and acting business.More >>
Janet Jackson is officially a billionaire. According to Variety, the singer's big bank account is thanks to decades in the music and acting business.More >>
Steven Spielberg is producing a live-action TV adaptation of the hugely popular Halo video game series, Xbox announced in a presentation for the new Xbox One.More >>
Steven Spielberg is producing a live-action TV adaptation of the hugely popular Halo video game series, Xbox announced in a presentation for the new Xbox One.More >>
A man who wears thong underwear and a cape while riding his scooter through Wisconsin's capital city may be a strange sight. But police say he isn't breaking any laws.More >>
A man who wears thong underwear and a cape while riding his scooter through Wisconsin's capital city may be a strange sight. But police say he isn't breaking any laws.More >>
Dan Brown's description of Manila as "the gates of hell" in the American novelist's latest book has not gone down well with officials in the Philippine capital.More >>
Dan Brown's description of Manila as "the gates of hell" in the American novelist's latest book has not gone down well with officials in the Philippine capital.More >>
A man wanted for 13 years on attempted murder charges in Los Angeles was captured in Colorado after someone called police to report he was urinating on a wall outside a KFC restaurant.More >>
A man wanted for 13 years on attempted murder charges in Los Angeles was captured in Colorado after someone called police to report he was urinating on a wall outside a KFC restaurant.More >>
Three members of a Michigan city council have abstained from voting on a measure that would have prevented them from abstaining on future votes.More >>
Three members of a Michigan city council have abstained from voting on a measure that would have prevented them from abstaining on future votes.More >>
One mistake by a clumsy crane operator caused a 10-hour blackout over about a third of Vietnam, exposing the fragility of the nation's power grid.More >>
One mistake by a clumsy crane operator caused a 10-hour blackout over about a third of Vietnam, exposing the fragility of the nation's power grid.More >>
A goat believed to have escaped en route to a slaughterhouse snarled the morning commute along one of the busiest roadways in northern New Jersey on Tuesday, leading police on a nearly two-hour chase.More >>
A goat believed to have escaped en route to a slaughterhouse snarled the morning commute along one of the busiest roadways in northern New Jersey on Tuesday, leading police on a nearly two-hour chase.More >>
A manager of Chicago's Navy Pier rode the tourist spot's Ferris wheel for more than 2 days, bringing the world record for the longest ride to the birthplace of the amusement park favorite.More >>
A manager of Chicago's Navy Pier rode the tourist spot's Ferris wheel for more than two days - 384 times, up and around - bringing the world record for the longest ride to the birthplace of the amusement park...More >>
An ethno-inspired flute and drum tune from Denmark is the bookmakers' favorite to win this year's Eurovision Song Contest, which also features a bizarre opera pop number from Romania and an Armenian rock song...More >>
Denmark's Emmelie de Forest has won this year's Eurovision Song Contest with her ethno-inspired flute and drum tune "Only Teardrops," despite tough competition from spectacular stage shows by performers from...More >>