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Man caught receiving sexual act from 13-year-old girl in restaurant parking lot

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By Samantha Morgan
A 24-year-old man was arrested for allegedly participating in a sexual act with a juvenile in a public place.

Dudley DeBosier law firm awards $10,000 in scholarships

By Dudley DeBosier
Dudley DeBosier, a personal injury law firm with offices throughout the state of Louisiana, is proud to announce the winners of this year’s scholarship program. The firm awarded $10,000 in scholarships to nine recipients.

Documentary capturing impact of music in prison to be screened at BRCC

By BRCC
Music's value and impact on the prison community are revealed in the documentary film "Songs of Souls," that will be screened at Baton Rouge Community College (BRCC) on Thursday, June 13, at 6:00 p.m.

Early season heat wave: temperatures of upper mid 90s or higher

By Jesse Gunkel
With the threat of high heat on the way in south Louisiana, make sure you’re prepared for this week’s heat wave.

Governor Jindal signs legislation to reduce size, scope of state government

By Governor's Office
Today, Governor Bobby Jindal signed legislation that will reduce the size and scope of state government by cutting down on the number of Boards and Commissions in Louisiana. The bill is part of the Governor’s 2013 Legislative Package.

RESCHEDULED: Father's Day Blues Extravaganza moved to July

By Media Relations
The Father’s Day Blues Extravaganza starring Maze Featuring Frankie Beverly originally scheduled for June 14 at the Baton Rouge River Center has been rescheduled to July 12 at 8:00 p.m. at the same location.

LSU, OK fans donate over $14,000 to tornado disaster relief

By American Red Cross
LSU and Oklahoma fans opened their wallets Friday and Saturday at Alex Box Stadium to support tornado disaster relief efforts in Oklahoma. They gave more than $14,130.

Monty Williams selected as USA Basketball men’s national team assistant coach

By USA Basketball
USA Basketball and Syracuse University veteran coach Jim Boeheim, Chicago Bulls head coach Tom Thibodeau, and New Orleans Pelicans head coach and former USA Basketball player Monty Williams, today were announced as USA Basketball Men’s Na

173 bills signed into law from 2013 legislative session

By Governor's Office
Today, Governor Bobby Jindal announced he has signed bills passed by the Legislature into law, bringing the total number of bills signed for the 2013 Regular Legislative Session to 173. HOUSE

Man shot multiple times walks to gas station for help after suspects take vehicle

By Samantha Morgan
A 22-year-old man is in the hospital after he was shot multiple times by two unknown men, who fled the scene in the victim’s car.