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Crash on I-12 Eastbound near Amite River leaves interstate closed

Crash on I-12 Eastbound near Amite River leaves interstate closed

Posted 5:20 PM 2/1/2026 by WBRZ Staff

DENHAM SPRINGS — Authorities are currently responding to a crash on I-12 Eastbound near the Amite River that has left the interstate closed.

The crash occurred around 6 p.m. on Sunday, leaving one vehicle upside down and the interstate closed in that area.

The crash, just before the 4-H Club Road exit, has caused traffic to back up to O'Neal Lane.

Drivers in the area should use caution or plan an alternate route.

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Krewe of Chemin Neuf rolls its second-ever parade in New Roads

Posted 10:45 PM 1/31/2026 by WBRZ Staff

NEW ROADS — The Krewe of Chemin Neuf parade rolled for the second time ever in New Roads on Saturday. 

Brightly lit floats, marching bands, dance teams and more groups made their way down the route, which organizers said was longer than last year's. 

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'Put the guns down:' Clinton community grieves after parade shooting

Posted 10:27 PM 1/31/2026 by Jordan Ponzio

CLINTON — What was supposed to be a family-friendly Mardi Gras celebration in East Feliciana Parish ended in gunfire and chaos Saturday afternoon.

Authorities said gunfire broke out near the East Feliciana Parish (More)

Yesterday

Krewe of Denham Springs returns for 46th Anniversary

Posted 10:36 PM 1/31/2026 by WBRZ Staff

DENHAM SPRINGS — The Krewe of Denham Springs returned for its 46th anniversary on Saturday in Livingston Parish.

Families gathered to watch the parade as floats and bands marched on by.

"It's kid-friendly, it's family-friendly, it's family-oriented. We feel safe. We always (More)

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