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Police hunt two prostitutes after man's body found wrapped in plastic
A man has been charged with unlawful disposal of remains after Nathan Millard was found dead in Baton Rouge, but two women are still wanted for questioning.
Baton Rouge dead bodies mystery
Former homicide detective Fil Waters has attempted to explain why multiple dumped bodies have been found in Baton Rouge.
Where is Nathan Millard? Georgia businessman missing in Baton Rouge
"I'm praying for a miracle—that he makes it home safely to us," said his wife Amber Millard.
Madison Brooks video shines light on moments before her death
The 19-year-old student was allegedly raped by two men, then she died after being hit by a car.
Louisiana Schoolgirls Told To Forgive Rapists on Field Trip, Sparks Outrage
A parent said her daughter felt "duped" into attending an event where she was "proselytized over and prayed over."
Bus Driver Allegedly Kidnapped Middle Schooler, Declared Love: Police
"I wouldn't have thought this! He was the sweetest, but guess you really never know someone," said Kayla Edwards Guidry, a local mom.
Raising Cane's Founder Buys Lottery Tickets for All 50k Employees
The Mega Millions jackpot has reached $810 million after not crowning a winner since April.
Woman Pregnant With Third Set of Twins in Two Years: 'Unheard Of'
Dr. Pamela Simmons who treated Courtney Spears said she had never come across a case like hers.
Man Attacked by Alligator, Presumed Dead in Hurricane Ida Floodwaters
The man's body has not been found.
Some Louisiana Residents Lacked Money to Evacuate From Hurricane Ida
"It's a terrifying feeling," said Robert Owens, who couldn't afford to evacuate from his Baton Rouge neighborhood before Ida's onslaught.
Hurricane Ida 'Most Definitely' Stronger Than Katrina, Expert Warns
While Ida may be smaller than Katrina, it makes up for that with power and a more alarming trajectory.
'Open Your Eyes': Unvaccinated Man in ICU Urges People to Get Shot
Some 2,901 individuals as of Thursday were hospitalized with COVID across the state, the highest number at any point since the beginning of the pandemic.
12-Foot Python Gets Loose Inside Louisiana Mall, Forces Closures
Officials say that the "friendly" Burmese python, named Cara, was likely still inside the Mall of Louisiana's zoo and may have climbed into the ceiling.
Portland Doctor Is Latest To Give COVID Shots for Shots at Local Bars
"There's a huge group I think we haven't tapped that want to get vaccinated and just haven't made the time, so yes, I think this is the place to do that," Dr. Mays said Wednesday.
City to Pay Family $35K After Police Caught Groping 16-Year-Old
A federal judge declared that the officers involved "demonstrated a serious and wanton disregard" for constitutional rights.
Louisiana Man Drowns Inside Car After Getting Stuck Under Overpass
Justin Blaine Thompson, 33, is among five people who have died in accidents caused by heavy rainfall in Louisiana.
11-year-old Boy Steals School Bus, Leads Police on Chase Before Crashing
The juvenile struck several vehicles before crashing the bus into a tree, a Baton Rouge police spokesperson said.
Louisiana Groom Tampered With Evidence to Protect Best Man's Killer: Police
Christopher Jerome Sterling was arrested this week and charged with obstruction of justice and accessory after the fact to second degree murder in connection with a 2018 wedding day killing.
Spectacular Photo of Louisiana Captured by NASA Astronaut From ISS
The Mississippi River Delta, visible in the images, is the seventh largest river delta on Earth.
Massive Fire Breaks Out at Exxon Refinery in Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Exxon said a volunteer fire crew had the blaze at the facility in Baton Rouge contained and no injuries have been reported.
Louisiana Woman Suspected of Killing Her Husband Also Poisoned Boyfriend
Meshell Hale, 51, of Baton Rouge, is accused of poisoning Damian Skipper in 2015 and murdering Arthur Noflin Jr. in 2016.
Tropical Storm Barry: Latest Updates, Storm Track, Evacuation Orders
The storm is expected to form into a Category 1 hurricane and make landfall late Friday night or early Saturday morning along Louisiana's southern coastline.
Stormy Daniels Leads Protest Against Stripper Law
The new law requires female strippers to be at least 21 years old.
Black Lives Matter: Site Rejects Police Fundraiser
YouCaring has said it is not the right platform for a law firm seeking to raise funds for cases against Black Lives Matter.
Guns in America: Louisiana Constitutional Carry Fails
It was a Republican legislator's third attempt to have Louisiana join 12 other states that don't require permits.
Black Lives Matter: Activist Sues Lousiana Police
On July 9, at the height of the protests, police arrested 200 people.
The 'War On Cops' Is a Dangerous Myth
People who insist they support cops turn to politicizing such killings to stymie broader conversations about reform.
Baton Rouge Gunman Was Sovereign Citizen
Gavin Long identified himself as a member of an African-American offshoot of the anti-government Sovereign Citizen Movement.
Shooting Deaths of Police Loom Over GOP Convention
Trump demands 'law and order' while police union rails against open carry of firearms expected at the convention.
Gun Violence: Why Arming Everyone Doesn't Work
As states and localities increasingly allow open carry of firearms in public, it becomes increasingly difficult to detect and apprehend people with felonious intent.