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2 ON YOUR SIDE: Repairs begin after sewage backups frustrate Baton Rouge homeowner

Title: 2 ON YOUR SIDE: Repairs begin after sewage backups frustrate Baton Rouge homeowner
Date posted: 3 months ago
Description: The day after a 2 On Your Side report about sewage backups inside a woman's home, a crew was working to identify the problem and make repairs.

First aired 2/26/2026

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Bond set for student accused of having gun that went off at Istrouma High School

Title: Bond set for student accused of having gun that went off at Istrouma High School
Date posted: 3 months ago
Description: A $50,000 bond has been set for an 18-year-old accused of bringing a modified handgun into school, which went off in the middle of class.

First aired 2/26/2026

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Louisiana lawmaker proposes bill criminalizing aggressive, reckless throwing from Mardi Gras floats

Title: Louisiana lawmaker proposes bill criminalizing aggressive, reckless throwing from Mardi Gras floats
Date posted: 3 months ago
Description: A Louisiana state legislator wants to criminalize the aggressive and reckless throwing of items from a parade float following a series of incidents during this year's Mardi Gras.

First aired 2/26/2026

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REDUCE YOUR RISK: Smokers are up to four times more likely to develop heart disease than nonsmokers

Title: REDUCE YOUR RISK: Smokers are up to four times more likely to develop heart disease than nonsmokers
Date posted: 3 months ago
Description: Smokers are two to four times more likely to develop heart disease than nonsmokers.

First aired 2/26/2026

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USS Kidd expected to boost Baton Rouge economy upon ship's return

Title: USS Kidd expected to boost Baton Rouge economy upon ship's return
Date posted: 3 months ago
Description: The USS Kidd will return to Baton Rouge soon. Visitors are expected to pour once the ship returns, which is a relief for museum officials.

First aired 2/26/2026

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USS Kidd coming back to Baton Rouge!

Title: USS Kidd coming back to Baton Rouge!
Date posted: 3 months ago
Description: When the USS Kidd returns this year, museum leaders expect the economic impact to increase from $3 million to $5 million annually.

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One Tank Trip: BREC course near the Baton Rouge Zoo is a golf-lover's paradise

Title: One Tank Trip: BREC course near the Baton Rouge Zoo is a golf-lover's paradise
Date posted: 3 months ago
Description: BREC recently restructured the entrance to the Baton Rouge Zoo, and the new entrance brings patrons closer to a course considered a golfer's paradise.

First aired 2/26/2026

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John Pastorek goes cold turkey in 1979

Title: John Pastorek goes cold turkey in 1979
Date posted: 3 months ago
Description: News 2's John Pastorek takes us back to 1979, when he went cold turkey at the center for the elimination of smoking.

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LSU Senior Flau'jae Johnson to be honored at senior night

Title: LSU Senior Flau'jae Johnson to be honored at senior night
Date posted: 3 months ago
Description: LSU Women's Basketball will honor seniors Flau'jae Johnson, Izzy Besselman and Amiya Joyner during tonight's senior night game against Tennessee.

LSU soccer player called up to Team USA

Title: LSU soccer player called up to Team USA
Date posted: 3 months ago
Description: LSU soccer player Sariyah Bailey now has a chance to showcase her talents on the international stage with a chance to get called up to Team USA's roster for the U-20 World Cup later this year.

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New Fire and Sheriff's substation under construction could cut down response times

Title: New Fire and Sheriff's substation under construction could cut down response times
Date posted: 3 months ago
Description: A new Fire and Sheriff's substation under construction will help cut down response times, possibly saving lives the next time an emergency strikes.

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2 with ties to BR's 'Safe Hopeful Healthy' program charged in AG's public corruption probe

Title: 2 with ties to BR's 'Safe Hopeful Healthy' program charged in AG's public corruption probe
Date posted: 3 months ago
Description: A wide-ranging probe of City Hall affairs ensnared another public employee Wednesday when a grand jury indicted a former top administrator for former mayor Sharon Weston Broome.

First aired 2/25/2026

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How the Louisiana Secretary of State plans to replace voting machines

Title: How the Louisiana Secretary of State plans to replace voting machines
Date posted: 3 months ago
Description: Secretary of State Nancy Landry is pushing to replace Louisiana's voting machines.

First aired 2/25/2026

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WATCH: Landry, other state officials say Louisianans will see more of their paychecks this season

Title: WATCH: Landry, other state officials say Louisianans will see more of their paychecks this season
Date posted: 3 months ago
Description: WATCH: Landry, other state officials say Louisianans will see more of their paychecks this season

Landry, other state officials say Louisianans will see more of their paychecks this season

Title: Landry, other state officials say Louisianans will see more of their paychecks this season
Date posted: 3 months ago
Description: Gov. Jeff Landry was joined by legislators and members of the Department of Revenue on Wednesday to discuss how "Louisianians will see more of their paycheck this tax season."

First aired 2/25/2026

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New West Baton Rouge Fire and Sheriff's substation under construction; could cut down response times

Title: New West Baton Rouge Fire and Sheriff's substation under construction; could cut down response times
Date posted: 3 months ago
Description: Construction is underway for a new fire department and sheriff's office substation on the corner of U.S. 190 and Rougon Road near Erwinville.

First aired 2/25/2026

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Months after Delta Utility takes over, the company answers to La. Public Service Commission

Title: Months after Delta Utility takes over, the company answers to La. Public Service Commission
Date posted: 3 months ago
Description: Utility customers told the Public Service Commission they're tired of paying more for the same service they've been getting for years. A hearing was called after complaints from Delta Utilities customers piled up, and the PSC and customers wanted answers.

First aired 2/25/2026

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One student arrested after gun goes off in classroom at Istrouma High School; no injuries reported

Title: One student arrested after gun goes off in classroom at Istrouma High School; no injuries reported
Date posted: 3 months ago
Description: One student was arrested after a gun went off in a classroom at Istrouma High School on Wednesday morning, the Baton Rouge Police Department said.

First aired 2/25/2026

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Investigative: Woman says New Roads firefighter sent explicit texts, photos when she was a minor

Title: Investigative: Woman says New Roads firefighter sent explicit texts, photos when she was a minor
Date posted: 3 months ago
Description: First responder Aaron Edwards is currently suspended from all three of his jobs as Louisiana State Police troopers investigate him for inappropriate behavior with teens. Edwards is a part-time deputy at the Pointe Coupee Sheriff's Office, a full-time firefighter at the Baton Rouge Fire Department and also employed at the New Roads Fire Department.

First aired 2/25/2025

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REDUCE YOUR RISK: Former Swaggart translator's experience with heart health

Title: REDUCE YOUR RISK: Former Swaggart translator's experience with heart health
Date posted: 3 months ago
Description: Stanley Black spent eight years as the Spanish voice of preacher Jimmy Swaggart, joining him on international crusades and translating what Swaggart preached as it happened.
But 25 years ago, Black had to leave the ministry due to a quadruple heart bypass, and then a valve replacement in 2015.
WBRZ's John Pastorek sits down with Black to talk about his experience with heart health.

First aired 2/25/2026

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Woman says New Roads firefighter sent explicit texts, photos when she was a minor

Title: Woman says New Roads firefighter sent explicit texts, photos when she was a minor
Date posted: 3 months ago
Description: A young woman claims to be one of the teens victimized by Aaron Edwards, who is currently suspended from all three of his jobs as Louisiana State Police troopers investigate him for inappropriate behavior with teens.

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Gov. Landry says Louisianans will see more of their paychecks this season

Title: Gov. Landry says Louisianans will see more of their paychecks this season
Date posted: 3 months ago
Description: Gov. Jeff Landry was joined by legislators and members of the Department of Revenue on Wednesday to discuss how "Louisianians will see more of their paycheck this tax season."

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Vegetation maintenance along Baton Rouge shortcut raises concerns

Title: Vegetation maintenance along Baton Rouge shortcut raises concerns
Date posted: 3 months ago
Description: There is a cut-through between homes along 73rd and 74th Avenues in Baton Rouge that has overgrown weeds, trees, and is littered with trash. Kiara Moore would like the area cleaned up and closed off to foot traffic.

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Mother-daughter lose everything in Walker house fire

Title: Mother-daughter lose everything in Walker house fire
Date posted: 3 months ago
Description: 71-year-old Deborah Booth was at home with her daughter when the house caught fire on Monday afternoon.

First aired 2/24/2026

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Man booked in connection to person being set on fire in Livingston Parish

Title: Man booked in connection to person being set on fire in Livingston Parish
Date posted: 3 months ago
Description: A man was arrested in connection with setting a person on fire in Livingston Parish.

First aired 2/24/26

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WATCH: Landry joined by DCFS officials as he signs orders intended to strengthen state foster system

Title: WATCH: Landry joined by DCFS officials as he signs orders intended to strengthen state foster system
Date posted: 3 months ago
Description: WATCH: Landry joined by DCFS officials as he signs orders intended to strengthen state foster system

Vegetation maintenance along Baton Rouge shortcut raises concerns

Title: Vegetation maintenance along Baton Rouge shortcut raises concerns
Date posted: 3 months ago
Description: There is a cut-through between homes along 73rd and 74th Avenues in Baton Rouge that has overgrown weeds, trees, and is littered with trash. At one time, neighbors say the city took care of maintaining the area, but not anymore.

First aired 2/24/26

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REDUCE YOUR RISK: It's important not to ignore unusual symptoms

Title: REDUCE YOUR RISK: It's important not to ignore unusual symptoms
Date posted: 3 months ago
Description: A local nurse started feeling strange after she and her husband returned from a trip to Italy, but she brushed it off as just anxiety.

After her condition worsened, she went to the emergency room for what she thought was going to be a short visit but turned into a three-day stay in the hospital.

WBRZ's John Pastorek learns from Quinitta Soileau why it's important not to brush off unusual symptoms.

First aired 2/24/2026

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Man accused of shooting at Port Allen Walmart apprehended in Mississippi, to be extradited to WBR

Title: Man accused of shooting at Port Allen Walmart apprehended in Mississippi, to be extradited to WBR
Date posted: 3 months ago
Description: A suspect is in custody following a shooting outside Walmart in Port Allen, West Baton Rouge Parish deputies said.

First aired 2/24/2026

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Federal court hears arguments on Louisiana attempt to ban shipment of abortion drugs

Title: Federal court hears arguments on Louisiana attempt to ban shipment of abortion drugs
Date posted: 3 months ago
Description: A federal judge heard arguments Tuesday on whether Louisiana has the right to keep out-of-state doctors from sending abortion-causing drugs to the state's residents without requiring an in-person consultation.

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Federal court hears arguments on Louisiana attempt to ban shipment of abortion drugs to state

Title: Federal court hears arguments on Louisiana attempt to ban shipment of abortion drugs to state
Date posted: 3 months ago
Description: A federal judge heard arguments Tuesday on whether Louisiana has the right to keep out-of-state doctors from sending abortion-causing drugs to the state's residents without requiring an in-person consultation.

First aired 2/24/2026

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Sewage nightmare: Baton Rouge woman battles repeated backups in new home

Title: Sewage nightmare: Baton Rouge woman battles repeated backups in new home
Date posted: 3 months ago
Description: Sewage is backing up into one woman's home off of Mickens Road. She sat down to speak with 2 On Your Side after a plumber told her the problem is under her slab.

Watch the full story here: https://www.wbrz.com/news/sewage-nightmare-baton-rouge-woman-battles-repeated-backups-in-new-home

Planting Seeds of Hope at LSU

Title: Planting Seeds of Hope at LSU
Date posted: 3 months ago
Description: Planting Seeds of Hope is an event focused on mental health awareness and the ability to navigate those conversations with people in need. Doors to the Maravich Center open at 5:00 p.m. and the event will start around 6:00 p.m.

Read more: https://www.wbrz.com/news/planting-seeds-of-hope-takes-root-on-tuesday-at-lsu

Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry signs orders intended to strengthen state foster system

Title: Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry signs orders intended to strengthen state foster system
Date posted: 3 months ago
Description: Gov. Jeff Landry was joined Tuesday by Department of Children and Family Services officials as he put pen to paper on a proclamation and an executive order aiming to strengthen the state's foster care system.

You can read Gov. Landry's full statement here: https://www.wbrz.com/news/watch-landry-joined-by-dcfs-officials-as-he-signs-orders-intended-to-strengthen-state-foster-system

11-year-old from Addis receives Children's Miracle Network award

Title: 11-year-old from Addis receives Children's Miracle Network award
Date posted: 3 months ago
Description: 11-year-old Jensen LeBlanc has been in and out of Children's Hospital since he was a baby. He's set to travel across the country, working to support kids in the same situation.

Read more: https://www.wbrz.com/news/11-year-old-from-addis-receives-children-s-miracle-network-award-key-to-the-city

Central councilwoman claims the city attempted to use grant money improperly, mayor responds

Title: Central councilwoman claims the city attempted to use grant money improperly, mayor responds
Date posted: 3 months ago
Description: A councilwoman in Central claims the city attempted to use federal grant money improperly, but Central Mayor Wade Evans is pushing back, calling this wildly inaccurate.

First aired 2/23/2026

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Livingston Parish woods fire burned over 200 acres

Title: Livingston Parish woods fire burned over 200 acres
Date posted: 3 months ago
Description: Crews worked to contain a woods fire near Highway 42 on Monday that reignited after crews got it under control on Sunday.

According to Livingston Parish fire officials, the fire was under control late Sunday night, with a few hot spots near the roadway still blowing smoke. Officials said the fire burned more than 200 acres before being extinguished.

First aired 2/23/2026

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Franklin mayor says fix to water issue is on the way, resident says solution doesn't address problem

Title: Franklin mayor says fix to water issue is on the way, resident says solution doesn't address problem
Date posted: 3 months ago
Description: Residents in Franklin want to turn on their faucets and see clear, running water. While the city efforts on a two-phase multimillion-dollar water plant renovation, residents say it only partly addresses the problem.

First aired 2/23/2026

Read more here: https://www.wbrz.com/news/franklin-mayor-says-fix-to-water-issue-is-on-the-way-resident-says-solution-doesn-t-address-problem

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REDUCE YOUR RISK: Heart disease a leading killer in Louisiana

Title: REDUCE YOUR RISK: Heart disease a leading killer in Louisiana
Date posted: 3 months ago
Description: Heart disease is the leading killer of men and women in Louisiana.

A Baton Rouge man was planning on making music and memories with his grandchildren in retirement, but his heart and his health had other plans.

Watch as WBRZ's John Pastorek tells the story of a local guitarist who struggled with his heart health, and learn how you can reduce your risk.

First aired 2/23/2026

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Company comments on 'industrial accident' that killed one and injured two others at Assumption plant

Title: Company comments on 'industrial accident' that killed one and injured two others at Assumption plant
Date posted: 3 months ago
Description: OSHA investigators want to know how a pressurized hose disconnected, killing a 60-year-old worker in Assumption Parish Sunday.

First aired 2/23/2026

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Sewage nightmare: Baton Rouge woman battles repeated backups in new home

Title: Sewage nightmare: Baton Rouge woman battles repeated backups in new home
Date posted: 3 months ago
Description: Sewage is backing up into one woman's home off of Mickens Road. She sat down to speak with 2 On Your Side after a plumber told her the problem is under her slab.

First aired 2/23/2026

Read more here: https://www.wbrz.com/news/sewage-nightmare-baton-rouge-woman-battles-repeated-backups-in-new-home

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Woods fire on Gum Swamp Road that burned over 200 acres in Livingston reignites causing road closure

Title: Woods fire on Gum Swamp Road that burned over 200 acres in Livingston reignites causing road closure
Date posted: 3 months ago
Description: A woods fire originally sparking on Sunday night on Gum Swamp Road near Highway 42 has erupted into several small fires on Monday, leaving the road closed.

First aired 2/23/2026

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Central Councilwoman claims improper use of grant money

Title: Central Councilwoman claims improper use of grant money
Date posted: 3 months ago
Description: Central councilwoman D'Ann Wells is claiming that the city attempted to use grant money improperly. Halle Jefferson has reaction from Mayor Wade Evans tonight on our 10pm newscast!

New construction for roundabouts in Gonzales change traffic patterns

Title: New construction for roundabouts in Gonzales change traffic patterns
Date posted: 3 months ago
Description: Cabela’s Parkway in Gonzales will close for two weeks beginning Feb. 23 as construction continues along La. 30, affecting access to several businesses in the area.

First aired 2/23/2026

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Speaker Mike Johnson suggests Congress is unlikely to agree on President Trump's tariffs

Title: Speaker Mike Johnson suggests Congress is unlikely to agree on President Trump's tariffs
Date posted: 3 months ago
Description: Louisiana native Speaker Mike Johnson suggested that Congress is not likely to find consensus on codifying President Donald Trump's tariffs after the Supreme Court ruling.

Read more: https://www.wbrz.com/news/house-speaker-mike-johnson-suggests-congress-is-unlikely-to-agree-on-president-donald-trump-s-tariffs

Hondo Rodeo Festival coming to New Orleans

Title: Hondo Rodeo Festival coming to New Orleans
Date posted: 3 months ago
Description: Miss Rodeo America 2023 Kennadee Riggs and Hondo Fest CEO James Trawick visited 2une In this morning to talk about what audiences can expect out of the Hondo Rodeo festival in April.

more info: https://www.wbrz.com/news/2une-in-previews-hondo-rodeo-festival-coming-to-new-orleans-with-music-cowboys

US embassy alerts Americans in Mexico to shelter in place

Title: US embassy alerts Americans in Mexico to shelter in place
Date posted: 3 months ago
Description: State Department officials have alerted U.S. citizens in Mexico to shelter in place and contact official emergency hotlines for more information as dangerous conditions persist. At least 73 people died in Mexico’s attempt to capture the notorious leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel and the violent aftermath of his death.

For the full story: https://www.wbrz.com/news/us-embassy-alerts-americans-in-mexico-to-shelter-in-place

Students say hidden cameras cause steep fines

Title: Students say hidden cameras cause steep fines
Date posted: 3 months ago
Description: LSU Students say parking cameras near a campus Starbucks have led to hundreds of dollars in fines for briefly stopping in what university officials say is a designated fire lane.

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LSU women's basketball cruises past Missouri

Title: LSU women's basketball cruises past Missouri
Date posted: 3 months ago
Description: No. 7 LSU women's basketball soared past the Missouri Tigers , beating them 108-55. It was LSU's highest scoring SEC game of the season, surpassing their 103-point performance against Alabama at the beginning of the month.

Watch more LSU highlights here: https://www.wbrz.com/news/lsu-women-s-basketball-cruises-past-missouri

Monday Morning Video Forecast

Title: Monday Morning Video Forecast
Date posted: 3 months ago
Description: Chilly to start the day, then dry and cool this afternoon with sunny skies. A light freeze tonight before temps warm up later this week.

First aired February 23, 2026

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