BRUSLY — A 21-year-old woman and 19-year-old man were found dead this morning in what West Baton Rouge Sheriff's Office investigators believe was a murder-suicide at a residential trailer park along South River Road. The victims have been identified as Christine Martinez, 21, and Jesus Hernandez, 19. Based on
September 16, 2025
Historic Acadian chapel relocation project needs $240,000 in pledges by month's end BRUSLY — The preservation group working to save St. Francis Hall is approaching their September 30 deadline with three weeks remaining to secure $240,000 in pledges needed to relocate the historic 1930s building to St.
September 16, 2025
Multiple fire departments respond as roof becomes fully engulfed; mutual aid provided by East Baton Rouge BRUSLY — Four residents safely evacuated a West Main Street home early Tuesday morning after a fire that began in the garage spread to completely engulf the roof, requiring response from multiple fire departments across
September 15, 2025
Lance Joseph steps down after plea agreement required resignation, three days after heated town hall confrontation PORT ALLEN – Port Allen Chief Administrative Officer Lance Joseph resigned Thursday amid mounting legal pressure and public criticism, ending months of controversy over both his criminal case and his responsiveness to residents. Joseph'
September 11, 2025
Brusly Council Approves Another Sewer Project Extension Despite Contractor Delays December 31st deadline marks second extension for troubled lagoon project BRUSLY — The town council voted 4-1 Monday night to approve change order number four for the sewer lagoon project, extending the completion deadline to December 31, 2025, despite ongoing concerns
September 11, 2025
Routine patrol work leads to recovery of illegal weapons in under 12 hours PORT ALLEN — West Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office deputies recovered two stolen firearms and made two arrests during separate traffic stops Tuesday night and early Wednesday morning, highlighting the department's ongoing efforts to
September 11, 2025
Special meeting reconfirms shift to part-time leadership under Butch Browning's Browning Associates LLC's continued service WEST BATON ROUGE PARISH — The West Baton Rouge Parish Fire Protection District Number One Board of Commissioners voted Thursday night to formally abolish the full-time fire chief position and approved a
September 10, 2025
Community event promises "fun-filled color flying day" with activities for all ages The West Baton Rouge Parish Library will transform into a vibrant celebration Saturday, September 20th, as families gather for the inaugural Family Color Run—a free community event featuring face painting, snowcones, outdoor games, and of
September 09, 2025
223 calls for service handled as department seeks technology upgrades PORT ALLEN — Police Chief Donovan Mitchell reported 223 calls for service in August while requesting council approval for GPS fleet management systems during committee meetings Wednesday that covered law enforcement statistics, code enforcement updates, and municipal technology initiatives. August Police
September 08, 2025
