Checkmating brain injuries with chess: How this Louisiana doctor is helping athletes recover

Dr. Gregory Ward, a physician in Baton Rouge, works daily to restore and enhance the functional abilities of individuals who have experienced brain injuries. His work involves various treatments, diagnosis and management of different conditions like brain …

Louisiana task forces deployed to Texas to assist with response to deadly flood

BATON ROUGE - Task forces made up of personnel from the Baton Rouge, Zachary, West Feliciana and East Side Fire Departments deployed to Texas after dozens died in what officials called a "catastrophic" flood. The Louisiana State Fire Marshal sent …

Hydrate and pack snacks: How to prepare for Louisiana festivals this summer, according to doctors

A national heat dome brought brutal heat and summer weather across the United States. But as the summer continues, it just gets hotter — a phenomenon Louisianans know well.  But a social summer outside is not out of the question. Preparing to spend a day …

Powerball jackpot tops $200 million, Louisiana has $1 million winner

There was no grand prize winner Saturday of the national Powerball lottery. There were two Match 5 winners of $1 million in Louisiana and Wisconsin. According to the Multi-State Lottery Association, the Powerball lottery numbers were: 1-28-34-50-58, …

Civil Rights leaders at Essence Fest slam Trump law, warn of healthcare hit to Louisiana

Louisiana Lottery Powerball, Pick 3 results for July 5, 2025

The Louisiana Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big. Here’s a look at July 5, 2025, results for each game: Winning Powerball numbers from July 5 drawing 01-28-34-50-58, Powerball: 08, Power Play: 2 Check Powerball payouts and …

Louisiana task forces deploy to Texas to assist with catastrophic flooding

BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - A group of Louisiana first responders are heading to Texas to help with flood rescue efforts, according to the Louisiana Office of State Fire Marshal. Twelve members from Louisiana Task Force 2 and Task Force 3 deployed Saturday, …

Independence Weekend Star Spangled Bash held at Louisiana Downs Casino & Racetrack on July 5

Louisiana town deemed "friendliest town in the South." Find out where

The South is known for having its own special kind of charm, hence the term "Southern Hospitality." In fact, there's one small town in Northwestern Louisiana that truly embodies the epitome of Southern hospitality. When you visit this town, …

ALGOP chairman Wahl: SCOTUS punt on Louisiana redistricting 'a good sign' for Alabama

Earlier this week, during an interview on Mobile radio FM Talk 106.5's "The Jeff Poor Show," Alabama Republican Party chairman John Wahl said last month's decision by the U.S. Supreme Court to postpone a decision on Louisiana's …