Wednesday, May 22 2013 6:58 PM EDT2013-05-22 22:58:05 GMT
BATON ROUGE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) Recap of Regent affairs after their meeting on May 22, 2013. On May 22, 2013 Regents members attended the House Appropriations meeting to express concerns relativeMore >>
BATON ROUGE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) Recap of Regent affairs after their meeting on May 22, 2013.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 5:35 PM EDT2013-05-22 21:35:56 GMT
BATON ROUGE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) State, local officials to hold press event regarding Explo Systems, Inc. at Camp Minden. Camp Minden update: explosives properly stored The Louisiana National GuardMore >>
BATON ROUGE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) State, local officials to hold press event regarding Explo Systems, Inc. at Camp Minden.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 5:11 PM EDT2013-05-22 21:11:02 GMT
WASHINGTON D.C. (KALB News Channel 5) Sen. Mary Landrieu joins colleagues to introduce bipartisan reform of U.S. chemical laws. U.S. Sen. Mary L. Landrieu, D-La., today joined 15 of her colleagues toMore >>
WASHINGTON D.C. (KALB News Channel 5) Sen. Mary Landrieu joins colleagues to introduce bipartisan reform of U.S. chemical laws.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 4:59 PM EDT2013-05-22 20:59:44 GMT
HOUMA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) Mary Hawkins Butler will headline Louisiana Entrepreneurship Fest on June 21, 2013. At 12, she launched an antique business. Today she is among the longest-serving mayorsMore >>
HOUMA, La. (KALB News Channel 5) Mary Hawkins Butler will headline Louisiana Entrepreneurship Fest on June 21, 2013. More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 4:35 PM EDT2013-05-22 20:35:53 GMT
WASHINGTON, D.C. (KALB News Channel 5) Vitter passes amendment to Farm Bill to eliminate food stamps for murderers, sex offenders. U.S. Senator David Vitter today passed an amendment to the Farm BillMore >>
WASHINGTON, D.C. (KALB News Channel 5) Vitter passes amendment to Farm Bill to eliminate food stamps for murderers, sex offenders.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 4:12 PM EDT2013-05-22 20:12:10 GMT
BATON ROUGE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) Sen. David Vitter announced town hall meetings next week. U.S. Sen. David Vitter today announced that he will host town hall meetings next week to hear from constituentsMore >>
BATON ROUGE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) Sen. David Vitter announced town hall meetings next week.More >>
BATON ROUGE, LA (KALB News Channel 5) — A bill banning Louisiana drivers from searching social media sites while driving passed the Senate on Tuesday May 22nd.More >>
BATON ROUGE, LA (KALB News Channel 5) — A bill banning Louisiana drivers from searching social media sites while driving passed the Senate on Tuesday May 22nd.More >>
Baton Rouge, La. (KALB News Channel 5) — Gov. Bobby Jindal and President and Chief Financial Officer Roy O. Martin III of RoyOMartin-Martco Ltd. Partnership announced the company will invest $20 millionMore >>
Baton Rouge, La. (KALB News Channel 5) — A partnership is announced that the company will invest $20 million to modernize and expand the Martco plywood facility in Chopin.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 6:48 PM EDT2013-05-21 22:48:53 GMT
SHREVEPORT, La. (KALB News Channel 5) Shreveport and Bossier City Real Estate Agents sentenced for predatory home sale practices. United States Attorney Stephanie A. Finley announced today that ScottMore >>
SHREVEPORT, La. (KALB News Channel 5) Shreveport and Bossier City Real Estate Agents sentenced for predatory home sale practices.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 6:38 PM EDT2013-05-21 22:38:03 GMT
SHREVEPORT, La. (KALB News Channel 5) Former DeSoto Parish School Board Member sentenced for Cocaine trafficking. United States Attorney Stephanie A. Finley announced May 21, 2013 that former DeSoto ParishMore >>
SHREVEPORT, La. (KALB News Channel 5) Former DeSoto Parish School Board Member sentenced for Cocaine trafficking.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 5:31 PM EDT2013-05-21 21:31:51 GMT
WASHINGTON, D.C. (KALB News Channel 5) Senator David Vitter introduces Welfare Reform Amendments to Farm Bill. U.S. Senator David Vitter today introduced two amendments to the Farm Bill in the U.S. Senate.More >>
WASHINGTON, D.C. (KALB News Channel 5) Senator David Vitter introduces Welfare Reform Amendments to Farm Bill.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 4:49 PM EDT2013-05-21 20:49:20 GMT
BATON ROUGE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) Wholesale beef prices see highest prices since 2003. Wholesale beef prices are at historically high levels. This may affect summer cookouts as consumers can expectMore >>
BATON ROUGE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) Wholesale beef prices see highest prices since 2003.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 4:39 PM EDT2013-05-21 20:39:16 GMT
BATON ROUGE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) Louisiana Coastal Supporters on Cooperation Tour in Vietnam. Forty years following one of the more controversial episodes in American history, leaders from two ofMore >>
BATON ROUGE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) Louisiana Coastal Supporters on Cooperation Tour in Vietnam.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 4:29 PM EDT2013-05-21 20:29:59 GMT
BATON ROUGE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) Approval of refunding tobacco settlement bonds will provide $143 million to TOPS program. Commissioner of Administration Kristy Nichols lauded the passage of aMore >>
BATON ROUGE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) Approval of refunding tobacco settlement bonds will provide $143 million to TOPS program. More >>
BATON ROUGE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) – Governor Bobby Jindal officially proclaimed May 22 as "American Cancer Society Day". He is doing this in honor of the American Cancer Society's 100th Birthday. TheMore >>
BATON ROUGE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) – Governor Bobby Jindal officially proclaimed May 22 as "American Cancer Society Day". He is doing this in honor of the American Cancer Society's 100th Birthday. TheMore >>
Monday, May 20 2013 7:07 PM EDT2013-05-20 23:07:11 GMT
BATON ROUGE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) LSU AgCenter reports growth of Master Gardener Program. For almost 20 years a group of volunteers has made life easier for those with gardening questions and othersMore >>
Monday, May 20 2013 6:29 PM EDT2013-05-20 22:29:51 GMT
BATON ROUGE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) Mishandled fireworks cause serious injuries during the past firework season. The State Fire Marshal's Office released information today concerning firework relatedMore >>
BATON ROUGE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) Mishandled fireworks cause serious injuriesduring the past firework season.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 6:10 PM EDT2013-05-20 22:10:11 GMT
BATON ROUGE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) Chief Financial Officer Roy O. Martin III announced $20 Million expansion at the Martco facility in Chopin, La. Gov. Bobby Jindal and President and Chief FinancialMore >>
BATON ROUGE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) Chief Financial Officer Roy O. Martin III announced $20 Million expansion at the Martco facility in Chopin, La.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 5:57 PM EDT2013-05-20 21:57:25 GMT
LAFAYETTE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) New Iberia Woman sentenced to 26 months in prison for IRS Refund Scheme. United States Attorney Stephanie A. Finley announced May 20, 2013 that Veta Thompson, 40,More >>
LAFAYETTE, La.(KALB News Channel 5) New Iberia Woman sentenced to 26 months in prison for IRS Refund Scheme.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 5:44 PM EDT2013-05-20 21:44:59 GMT
METAIRIE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) Senator David Vitter holds press conference to thank TracFone for running attack ad on Welfare cell phones. U.S. Senator David Vitter held a press conference on MayMore >>
METAIRIE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) Senator David Vitter holds press conference to thank TracFone for running attack ad on Welfare cell phones.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 5:35 PM EDT2013-05-20 21:35:33 GMT
BATON ROUGE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) House of Representatives scheduled to hear Health Care Act by Representative Paul Hollis. HB 429, the Health Care Freedom Act, by Representative Paul Hollis (R –More >>
BATON ROUGE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) House of Representatives scheduled to hear Health Care Act by Representative Paul Hollis.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 4:57 PM EDT2013-05-20 20:57:23 GMT
BATON ROUGE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) LSU School of Music to Present "Hot Summer Nights & Cool Jazz" Concert Series in June. The popular "Hot Summer Nights & Cool Jazz" concert series returns to theMore >>
BATON ROUGE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) LSU School of Music to Present "Hot Summer Nights & Cool Jazz" Concert Series in June.
Monday, May 20 2013 4:53 PM EDT2013-05-20 20:53:30 GMT
BATON ROUGE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) -The state of Louisiana's voucher system and the affordable care act were big talking points in this weeks legislative session. News Channel 5's Steven Maxwell wasMore >>
BATON ROUGE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) -The state of Louisiana's voucher system and the affordable care act were big talking points in this weeks legislative session.More >>
AVOYELLES PARISH, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - Avoyelles Parishpolice have arrested 20-year-old Demond Montel of Simmesport for possession of marijuana.More >>
AVOYELLES PARISH, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - Avoyelles Parish police have arrested 20-year-old Demond Montel of Simmesport. He suspected of having approximately four pounds of marijuana in his possession.More >>
FORT POLK, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - During a May 19th military training exercise, a small Army Aerostat Blimp broke free from its tether in the Peason Ridge area. It was around 2,000 feet in the airMore >>
FORT POLK, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - During a May 19th military training exercise, a small Army Aerostat Blimp broke free from its tether in the Peason Ridge area. It was around 2,000 feet in the airMore >>
BATON ROUGE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) –Louisiana State University Transition Advisory Team will meet on Tuesday, May 21 at 10 a.m.More >>
BATON ROUGE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) –Louisiana State University Transition Advisory Team will meet on Tuesday, May 21 at 10 a.m. The meeting will be at the LSU Business Education Complex on LSU campus.More >>
Rapided Parish, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - The 2012 Rapides Parish tornado caused many homes to be severally damaged and people to be scammed by contractors.More >>
Rapides Parish, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - The 2012 Rapides Parish tornado caused many homes to be severally damaged and people to be scammed by unlicensed contractors. One man, whose home was renderedMore >>
NEW ORLEANS, La. (KALB News Channel 5) – (May 17, 2013) – Chevron partnered with New Orleans Super Bow XLVII Committee, New Orleans Recreation Department (NORD) Foundation, and the city of the New OrleansMore >>
BATON ROUGE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) –Agencies assist during bad weather conditions.More >>
BATON ROUGE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) – The Governor's Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness (GOHSEP) and state agencies are continuing to monitor bad weather conditions. NorthernMore >>
Friday, May 17 2013 1:16 PM EDT2013-05-17 17:16:32 GMT
LAFAYETTE, La. - A federal indictment alleges that a strip club owner and others "made special arrangements with some local police officers" to allow prostitution and drug distribution to occur unimpededMore >>
LAFAYETTE, La. - A federal indictment alleges that a strip club owner and others "made special arrangements with some local police officers" to allow prostitution and drug distribution to occur unimpededMore >>
Friday, May 17 2013 1:10 PM EDT2013-05-17 17:10:27 GMT
NEW ORLEANS (AP) - Bond has been set at more than $10 million for the second of two brothers facing attempted second-degree murder charges in the Mother's Day shooting spree that broke out during a neighborhoodMore >>
NEW ORLEANS (AP) - Bond has been set at more than $10 million for the second of two brothers facing attempted second-degree murder charges in the Mother's Day shooting spree that broke out during a neighborhoodMore >>
Friday, May 17 2013 1:07 PM EDT2013-05-17 17:07:06 GMT
PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti – After two weeks of classroom sessions and a practical exercise, a military engagement team from the Louisiana National Guard awarded approximately 34 Haitian government officialsMore >>
PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti – After two weeks of classroom sessions and a practical exercise, a military engagement team from the Louisiana National Guard awarded approximately 34 Haitian government officialsMore >>
Friday, May 17 2013 1:03 PM EDT2013-05-17 17:03:58 GMT
BATON ROUGE, La., - The Office of State Parks is opening swimming pools for the Memorial Day weekend on Saturday, May 25. Pools will remain open through Monday, May 27, then close on Tuesday and WednesdayMore >>
BATON ROUGE, La., - The Office of State Parks is opening swimming pools for the Memorial Day weekend on Saturday, May 25. Pools will remain open through Monday, May 27, then close on Tuesday and WednesdayMore >>
Friday, May 17 2013 1:00 PM EDT2013-05-17 17:00:49 GMT
MONROE, La., - University of Louisiana at Monroe Associate Professor of Pharmacy Dr. Khalid El Sayed and Assistant Professor of Pharmacy Dr. Amal Khalil Kaddoumi have been awarded a combined $272,000 byMore >>
MONROE, La., - University of Louisiana at Monroe Associate Professor of Pharmacy Dr. Khalid El Sayed and Assistant Professor of Pharmacy Dr. Amal Khalil Kaddoumi have been awarded a combined $272,000 byMore >>
Friday, May 17 2013 12:54 PM EDT2013-05-17 16:54:33 GMT
By JEFF AMYAssociated Press Louisiana's unemployment rate rose in April for the fourth straight month, as fewer people reported having work. While the labor force was basically flat, according to theMore >>
By JEFF AMYAssociated Press Louisiana's unemployment rate rose in April for the fourth straight month, as fewer people reported having work. While the labor force was basically flat, according to theMore >>
Friday, May 17 2013 12:46 PM EDT2013-05-17 16:46:02 GMT
BENTON, La. (AP) - Three workers at a Haughton child care center face charges ranging from simple battery to cruelty to a juvenile. The Bossier Parish Sheriff's Office arrested 31-year-old FanistyMore >>
BENTON, La. (AP) - Three workers at a Haughton child care center face charges ranging from simple battery to cruelty to a juvenile. The Bossier Parish Sheriff's Office arrested 31-year-old FanistyMore >>
Friday, May 17 2013 12:31 PM EDT2013-05-17 16:31:31 GMT
By KEVIN McGILLAssociated Press NEW ORLEANS (AP) - Days after sudden gunfire brought a chaotic and bloody end to a Mother's Day neighborhood parade in New Orleans, news of six arrests gave an organizerMore >>
By KEVIN McGILLAssociated Press NEW ORLEANS (AP) - Days after sudden gunfire brought a chaotic and bloody end to a Mother's Day neighborhood parade in New Orleans, news of six arrests gave an organizerMore >>
PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (KALB News Channel 5) – The Louisiana National Guard gave certifications to 34 Haitian government officials.More >>
PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (KALB News Channel 5) – The Louisiana National Guard gave certifications to 34 Haitian government officials. The LANG has been on a four-week mission to train the officials on effectiveMore >>
LAFAYETTE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - South Louisiana Community College (SLCC) will hold its spring graduations at Cajundome in Lafayette at 6 p.m.More >>
LAFAYETTE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - South Louisiana Community College (SLCC) will hold its spring graduations at Cajundome in Lafayette at 6 p.m. More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 11:46 AM EDT2013-05-16 15:46:16 GMT
NEW ORLEANS (AP) - The suspect in a Mother's Day parade shooting that wounded 19 people faces 20 charges of attempted second-degree murder, according to jail records.More >>
NEW ORLEANS (AP) - The suspect in a Mother's Day parade shooting that wounded 19 people faces 20 charges of attempted second-degree murder, according to jail records.More >>
NATCHITOCHES , La. (KALB News Channel 5) - To coincide with Global Youth Service Day 2 members of the Northwestern State University faculty did a project with Natchitoches 1st graders. Dr. MichelleMore >>
BATON ROUGE (KALB News Channel 5) – Governor Jindal is declaring a state of an emergency.More >>
BATON ROUGE (KALB News Channel 5) – Governor Jindal is declaring a state of an emergency. He made the announcement at a press conference May 15th. The Mississippi could funnel downstream in the comingMore >>
AULINA, La. (KALB New Channel 5) -Governor Bobby Jindal says a new oil terminal could bring new jobs.More >>
PAULINA, La. (KALB New Channel 5) - Governor Bobby Jindal and Wolverine Terminals announced May 15 that Wolverine Terminals will make a $30 million dollar capital investment to establish a new oil terminalMore >>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 6:27 PM EDT2013-05-15 22:27:47 GMT
LAFAYETTE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) Louisiana Assistant U.S. Attorney was recognized at the National Missing Children's Day Commemoration in Washington D.C. United States Attorney Stephanie A. FinleyMore >>
LAFAYETTE, La.(KALB News Channel 5) Louisiana Assistant U.S. Attorney was recognized at the National Missing Children's Day Commemoration in Washington D.C.
Wednesday, May 15 2013 6:09 PM EDT2013-05-15 22:09:40 GMT
WASHINGTON D.C. (KALB News Channel 5) Congressman Bill Cassidy sent a letter on May 15, 2013 demanding the IRS to say whether it targeted Louisiana groups. Congressman Bill Cassidy, M.D. sent a letterMore >>
WASHINGTON D.C. (KALB News Channel 5) Congressman Bill Cassidy sent a letter on May 15, 2013 demanding the IRS to say whether it targeted Louisiana groups.More >>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 5:57 PM EDT2013-05-15 21:57:52 GMT
BATON ROUGE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) Students rallied on the Louisiana State Capitol steps in support of school choice. On May 15, 2013 hundreds of students rallied on the steps of the Louisiana StateMore >>
BATON ROUGE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) Students rallied on the Louisiana State Capitol steps in support of school choice.More >>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 5:46 PM EDT2013-05-15 21:46:09 GMT
BATON ROUGE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) The Department of Health and Hospitals hires former federal special agent as Chief Compliance Officer. The Department of Health and Hospitals (DHH) announced theMore >>
BATON ROUGE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) The Department of Health and Hospitals hires former federal special agent as Chief Compliance Officer.More >>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 5:42 PM EDT2013-05-15 21:42:43 GMT
WASHINGTON, D.C. (KALB News Channel 5) U.S. Senator David Vitter gets Water Resources Development Act passed in Senate 83-14. U.S. Sen. David Vitter today helped pass the Water Resources Development ActMore >>
WASHINGTON, D.C. (KALB News Channel 5) U.S. Senator David Vitter gets Water Resources Development Act passed in Senate 83-14.More >>
LEESVILLE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) On April 30, 30-year-old Christina Meier of Jacksonville was arrested by Leesville Police. She was wanted on suspicion of writing and depositing fraudulent checksMore >>
BATON ROUGE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - The Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals is celebrating National Women's Health Week May 12-18. The week is meant to empower women to make their healthMore >>
BATON ROUGE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - Promoting women's health with Women's Health Week.More >>
WEST MONROE, La. - UPDATE: The sheriff has identified the suspect in Wednesday's standoff as Gary W. Covington of 1115 Wallace Dean Road in West Monroe. UPDATE: The scene of Wednesday morning'sMore >>
WEST MONROE, La. - Standoff in Monroe ends with self-inflicted shot fired.More >>
LEBEAU, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - Bomb threats can get you arrested.More >>
LEBEAU, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - On May 13 and May 14, The St. Landry Parish Sheriff's Office was contacted in reference to bomb threats at North Central High School located in Lebeau. Emergency personnelMore >>
BELLE CHASSE, La. (KALB News Channel 5)-The Plaquemines Parish Seafood Festival is coming back. The Seafood Festival will be held May 16-19 at 225 F Edward Hebert Blvd in Belle Chasse. It starts 6 p.m.More >>
BELLE CHASSE, La. (KALB News Channel 5)- Plaquemines Parish Seafood Festival has returned.More >>
Tuesday, May 14 2013 6:47 PM EDT2013-05-14 22:47:43 GMT
BATON ROUGE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) – Around 3,772 students are expected to graduate at Louisiana State University's 280th Commencement Exercises Thursday, May 16 and Friday, May 17. The main ceremonyMore >>
BATON ROUGE, La. (KALB News Channel 5) – LSU expects around 3,772 students to graduate.More >>
Tuesday, May 14 2013 5:49 PM EDT2013-05-14 21:49:57 GMT
VICKSBURG, Miss. (KALB News Channel 5) National Safe Boating Week is being observed at Corps Lakes on May 18-24. National Safe Boating Week is May 18-24 at all Corps lakes. This coincides with the NationalMore >>
VICKSBURG, Miss. (KALB News Channel 5) National Safe Boating Week is being observed at Corps Lakes on May 18-24.More >>
Baton Rouge, La. (KALB News Channel 5)- State police will honor their own Thursday, May 16. Officers from various statewide law enforcent and first responder agencies will honor Troopers for their extradordinaryMore >>
Baton Rouge, La. (KALB News Channel 5)- State police will honor their own Thursday, May 16. More >>
Baton Rouge, La. (KALB News Channel 5)- State police will honor the men and women that sacrificed their lives protecting others at the annual LSP Memorial Ceremony. The ceremony will be held at theMore >>
Baton Rouge, La. (KALB News Channel 5)- Fallen state police officers will be honored at ceremony.More >>
Tuesday, May 14 2013 5:00 PM EDT2013-05-14 21:00:35 GMT
By BRETT MARTELAP Sports Writer METAIRIE, La. (AP) - Chuck Muncie, a Pro Bowl running back with both the New Orleans Saints and San Diego Chargers, has died at age 60, the NFL clubs and a family spokesmanMore >>
METAIRIE, La. (AP) - Chuck Muncie, a Pro Bowl running back with both the New Orleans Saints and San Diego Chargers, has died at age 60, the NFL clubs and a family spokesman said Tuesday.More >>
Tuesday, May 14 2013 3:45 PM EDT2013-05-14 19:45:46 GMT
Baton Rouge, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - A junior high school teacher in Slidell has been charged with indecent behavior involving a juvenile. Traci Beaucoudray of Slidell is accused of inappropriateMore >>
Baton Rouge, La. (KALB News Channel 5) - A junior high school teacher in Slidell has been charged with indecent behavior involving a juvenile. Traci Beaucoudray of Slidell is accused of inappropriateMore >>
Tuesday, May 14 2013 11:56 AM EDT2013-05-14 15:56:55 GMT
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) - A retired Air Force colonel from Madisonville says he plans to run for the U.S. Senate next year, seeking to oust Democratic incumbent Mary Landrieu. Rob Maness, a RepublicanMore >>
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) - A retired Air Force colonel from Madisonville says he plans to run for the U.S. Senate next year, seeking to oust Democratic incumbent Mary Landrieu. Rob Maness, a RepublicanMore >>
Tuesday, May 14 2013 11:52 AM EDT2013-05-14 15:52:48 GMT
By STACEY PLAISANCEAssociated Press NEW ORLEANS (AP) - The Dalai Lama is visiting New Orleans less than a week after gunfire at a Mother's Day parade injured 19 people. An entourage of Tibetan monksMore >>
By STACEY PLAISANCEAssociated Press NEW ORLEANS (AP) - The Dalai Lama is visiting New Orleans less than a week after gunfire at a Mother's Day parade injured 19 people. An entourage of Tibetan monksMore >>
Tuesday, May 14 2013 11:44 AM EDT2013-05-14 15:44:13 GMT
MORGAN CITY, La. (AP) - St. Mary Parish authorities say an 18-year-old man has been arrested on a charge of second-degree cruelty to juveniles after his infant son was found to have suffered brainMore >>
MORGAN CITY, La. (AP) - St. Mary Parish authorities say an 18-year-old man has been arrested on a charge of second-degree cruelty to juveniles after his infant son was found to have suffered brainMore >>
Monday, May 13 2013 2:45 PM EDT2013-05-13 18:45:32 GMT
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) - The deadline for filing 2012 Louisiana individual income tax returns is Wednesday. The state Department of Revenue says filing can be made electronically and more informationMore >>
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) - The deadline for filing 2012 Louisiana individual income tax returns is Wednesday. The state Department of Revenue says filing can be made electronically and more informationMore >>
Friday, May 10 2013 1:18 PM EDT2013-05-10 17:18:00 GMT
LOUISIANA (KALB News Channel 5) - Louisiana State Parks and America's State Parks are partnering with the National Park Trust in hosting National Kids to Parks Day on Saturday, May 18. National Kids toMore >>
LOUISIANA (KALB News Channel 5) -Louisiana State Parks and America's State Parks are partnering with the National Park Trust in hosting National Kids to Parks Day on Saturday, May 18.More >>
Friday, May 10 2013 12:58 PM EDT2013-05-10 16:58:59 GMT
LAFAYETTE, La. (AP) - Police in Lafayette have issued a misdemeanor citation to a teacher accused of throwing a hammer at a student at Lafayette High School.The incident happened a week ago. Cpl. PaulMore >>
LAFAYETTE, La. (AP) - Police in Lafayette have issued a misdemeanor citation to a teacher accused of throwing a hammer at a student at Lafayette High School.The incident happened a week ago. Cpl. PaulMore >>
LOUISIANA (KALB News Channel 5 ) - Louisiana public safety partners announced a new cooperative endeavor entitled "See Something Send Something" which will connect citizens and their mobile devices toMore >>
LOUISIANA (KALB News Channel 5) - Louisiana public safety partners announced a new cooperative endeavor entitled "See Something Send Something" which will connect citizens and their mobile devices to criminal intelligence centers nationwide.More >>
Friday, May 10 2013 12:24 PM EDT2013-05-10 16:24:50 GMT
By STACEY PLAISANCEAssociated Press NEW ORLEANS (AP) - Coin enthusiasts are getting a glimpse of more than $100 million worth of rare money, including some of the crown jewels of money collecting atMore >>
By STACEY PLAISANCEAssociated Press NEW ORLEANS (AP) - Coin enthusiasts are getting a glimpse of more than $100 million worth of rare money, including some of the crown jewels of money collecting atMore >>
Thursday, May 9 2013 11:54 AM EDT2013-05-09 15:54:55 GMT
By MELINDA DESLATTEAssociated Press BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) - The Louisiana House is considering substantial tweaks to an alternative proposal to Gov. Bobby Jindal's budget for next year. A bipartisanMore >>
By MELINDA DESLATTEAssociated Press BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) - The Louisiana House is considering substantial tweaks to an alternative proposal to Gov. Bobby Jindal's budget for next year. A bipartisanMore >>
Thursday, May 9 2013 11:49 AM EDT2013-05-09 15:49:27 GMT
GULFPORT, Miss. (AP) - State Farm Fire and Casualty Co. has asked a judge to void a jury's finding that the company defrauded the government involving a policyholder claim after Hurricane Katrina. MotionsMore >>
GULFPORT, Miss. (AP) - State Farm Fire and Casualty Co. has asked a judge to void a jury's finding that the company defrauded the government involving a policyholder claim after Hurricane Katrina. MotionsMore >>
Wednesday, March 27 2013 9:46 AM EDT2013-03-27 13:46:29 GMT
PINEVILLE, La. (KNOE 8 News) - Louisiana state treasurer John Kennedy is calling for Governor Bobby Jindal's tax plan to be voted on by the tax payers of Louisiana.More >>
PINEVILLE, La. (KNOE 8 News) - Louisiana state treasurer John Kennedy is calling for Governor Bobby Jindal's tax plan to be voted on by the tax payers of Louisiana.More >>
Tuesday, March 26 2013 3:00 PM EDT2013-03-26 19:00:50 GMT
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) - Gov. Bobby Jindal's leader on his tax rewrite says the plan would shift $500 million in tax costs from individuals to businesses.More >>
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) - Gov. Bobby Jindal's leader on his tax rewrite says the plan would shift $500 million in tax costs from individuals to businesses.More >>
Tuesday, March 26 2013 2:37 PM EDT2013-03-26 18:37:51 GMT
NEW ORLEANS (AP) - The head of the Federal Emergency Management Agency says people who buy federal flood insurance need to plan for big rate hikes. More >>
NEW ORLEANS (AP) - The head of the Federal Emergency Management Agency says people who buy federal flood insurance need to plan for big rate hikes. More >>
Tuesday, March 26 2013 12:46 PM EDT2013-03-26 16:46:53 GMT
NEW ORLEANS (AP) - An audit finds the Interim LSU Public Hospital in New Orleans did not confirm patients were eligible for a federally-funded HIV program.More >>
NEW ORLEANS (AP) - An audit finds the Interim LSU Public Hospital in New Orleans did not confirm patients were eligible for a federally-funded HIV program.More >>
Tuesday, March 26 2013 8:17 AM EDT2013-03-26 12:17:41 GMT
BATON ROUGE, La. (KNOE 8 News) - Six republican lawmakers are saying that Governor Bobby Jindal is pressuring the Board of Regents to fire the state's higher education leader. More >>
BATON ROUGE, La. (KNOE 8 News) - Six republican lawmakers are saying that Governor Bobby Jindal is pressuring the Board of Regents to fire the state's higher education leader. More >>
Thursday, September 27 2012 10:45 AM EDT2012-09-27 14:45:17 GMT
NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University's Office of Electronic and Continuing Education will offer a variety of non-credit classes in October. Belly Dance – Level I will begin Thursday,More >>
NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University's Office of Electronic and Continuing Education will offer a variety of non-credit classes in October. Belly Dance – Level I will begin Thursday,More >>
A hurricane warning is in effect for, the Florida keys including the Dry Tortugas the west coast of Florida from Bonita Beach southward to Ocean Reef, Florida Bay, Andros Island in the Bahamas A hurricaneMore >>
The latest on Isaac's track as the storm threatens Florida and portions of the Gulf Coast.More >>
Wednesday, April 11 2012 6:59 PM EDT2012-04-11 22:59:25 GMT
The Louisiana Farm Festival will be held until Saturday starting March 29 at the Moreauville Fire Station grounds across from Avoyelles High School.More >>
Tuesday, April 10 2012 12:09 PM EDT2012-04-10 16:09:20 GMT
The public boat launching ramps operated on the Red River closed Friday in Red River, Natchitoches, Winn, Grant, Rapides and Avoyelles Parishes, according to the Red River Waterway Commission.More >>
Wednesday, April 4 2012 5:18 PM EDT2012-04-04 21:18:59 GMT
U. S. Attorney Stephanie A. Finley will recognize 42 local, parish and state police law enforcement officers and prosecutors from the Lake Charles and Southwest Louisiana area Thursday.More >>
Wednesday, April 4 2012 1:17 PM EDT2012-04-04 17:17:55 GMT
The NFL has suspended New Orleans Saints Coach Sean Payton, General Manager Mickey Loomis and former defensive coordinator Gregg Williams for their roles in the bounty system by which the team's players were paid for hits that injured opponents.More >>
