News

Yesterday

Comite Diversion Canal more than halfway done, but flood insurance relief is still a ways off

Posted 9:44 PM 8/31/2026 by WBRZ Staff

BATON ROUGE — State lawmakers are pushing FEMA to update Louisiana's flood maps as the Comite Diversion Canal project surpasses 60 percent completion.

Officials say FEMA normally adjusts flood maps and insurance premiums once a project reaches 50 percent completion. But the Army (More)

News

Yesterday

Comite Diversion Canal more than halfway done, but flood insurance relief is still a ways off

Southern University Ag Center offers 4-day drone certification prep

Grand Canyon flash flood leaves 1 dead and several missing or unaccounted for, park service says

LSU tailgating map raises questions about separation of Greek groups on gamedays

St. Helena Parish Sheriff's Department mourns the loss of Lt. Mike Woodard

Desktop News

News

Yesterday

Comite Diversion Canal more than halfway done, but flood insurance relief is still a ways off

Southern University Ag Center offers 4-day drone certification prep

Grand Canyon flash flood leaves 1 dead and several missing or unaccounted for, park service says

LSU tailgating map raises questions about separation of Greek groups on gamedays

St. Helena Parish Sheriff's Department mourns the loss of Lt. Mike Woodard

Desktop News

News Video