Local News

BRFD: Arsonist responsible for early morning fire

By Shanna Perkins
An early morning fire is suspected to have been caused by an arsonist, the Baton Rouge Fire Department reports.

Meth lab busted in Loranger, one arrested

By Shanna Perkins
Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff Daniel Edwards reports that Danny Null Jr., 27, was arrested and charged with manufacturing methamphetamines at his Loranger residence.

Possible ultralight plane crash reported on S. Choctaw

By Shanna Perkins
Several agencies are currently investigating a reported plane crash in East Baton Rouge Parish.

Tickfaw man locked up for allegedly stabbing his brother to death

By Shanna Perkins
A man is behind bars for allegedly stabbing his brother to death.

Hornets summer league wrap-up

By Shanna Perkins
The Hornets finished NBA Summer League play at 1-4 this summer in Las Vegas. The team was led in scoring (14.0 ppg) and rebounding (7.2 rpg) by Lance Thomas while Austin Rivers paced the team in assists (3.5 apg).

Police: Ex boyfriend tried to attack woman with electric skillet

By Shanna Perkins
A woman was reportedly running down the street barefoot because her ex boyfriend broke into her house, tried to attack her, then ran after her when she tried to get away.

Law enforcement searching for accused murderer

By Shanna Perkins
Shreveport police have issued an arrested for warrant for the man they believe shot and killed a local woman last week.

Denham Springs city council member arrested, community concerned

By Shanna Perkins
 A Denham Springs city council member is out on bond. Louisiana State Police arrested council member Christopher Davis on several charges including DWI.

Free entertainment industry workshop to be held at Mardi Gras World

By Shanna Perkins
As the entertainment industry continues to grow in Louisiana, so too do the opportunities to gain inside knowledge and learn about the latest and greatest gadgets that make it all possible.

Familiar faces reel in win at the Louisiana Saltwater Series Tournament in Slidell

By Shanna Perkins
This weekend’s top prize at the Louisiana Saltwater Series tournament in Slidell was claimed by the familiar team of brothers Joe and John Barcelona, taking home $2650 in prize money, bringing their 2012 grand total to nearly $6,000.