Newton County Sheriff Colton Havard has confirmed that what appears to be human remains have been found on Farm to Market Road 82, commonly known as "Forestry Road," east of Kirbyville.

The following statement was released by Beauregard Health System: 

Baton Rouge, La. (September 24, 2026) — Asthma attacks, asthma-related emergency department visits and hospitalizations typically rise in September, often peaking during the third week of the month. The Louisiana Department of Health’s (LDH) Well-Ahead Louisiana Asthma Control Program encour…

A press conference has been announced by the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Westernd District of Louisiana. It involves the announcement of the "Gator Task Force", a new multi agency task force meant to combat drug trafficking in Louisiana. Governor Jeff Landry is scheduled to be in attendan…

The following statement was released by the Sundown Fire Department:

On Monday September 14, 2026, Patrol Deputies responded to a complaint of identity theft that had been attempted at a local banking establishment.  According to the victim, a person entered the bank impersonating them by presenting fraudulent identification in an attempt to withdraw money fr…

ALEXANDRIA, La. - After five years of leadership, Louisiana State University of Alexandria Assistant Vice Chancellor and Director of Intercollegiate Athletics Tyler Unsicker has announced his resignation to accept a new opportunity at Texas A&M International University, an NCAA Division …

The Louisiana National Guard’s 139th Regional Support Group held a change of command ceremony on the parade field at Jackson Barracks in New Orleans on Sept. 20, 2026.

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University’s Rodeo Team is preparing for its first collegiate competition since the program was reestablished, with 12 student-athletes set to compete at the Panola College Rodeo Sept. 24-26 in Tatum, Texas.

Removing litter from waterways not only makes them cleaner, it makes them safer and healthier. Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana (Louisiana Blue) has partnered with Keep Louisiana Beautiful (KLB) to share this message during the inaugural Love Our Waterways initiative.

LAFAYETTE – On September 18, 2026, United States District Judge David C. Joseph sentenced Charles Lamar Williams, 31, of Ruston, to 208 months in federal prison for Possession with Intent to Distribute Methamphetamine, followed by five years of supervised release, after his guilty plea on Ma…

The Louisiana Department of Public Safety and Corrections confirms the arrest of Elayn Hunt Correctional Center Sgt. Christian Cangelosi. Cangelosi, a corrections officer, had been employed with the Department since June 12, 2026 and is no longer an employee. He is charged with Malfeasance i…

The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries estimates that 934,367 pounds of Red Snapper were landed during the 2026 private recreational season.  These landings were 5.7% (51,928 pounds) above our 882,439-pound Louisiana allocation.  The 2026 allocation of 882,439 pounds included a p…

Baton Rouge, LA— Starting on September 12, the Louisiana Department of the Treasury offered ACH payment services, giving eligible claimants a faster, more convenient way to receive approved unclaimed property funds electronically.Louisiana State Treasurer John Fleming, M.D., said the new ser…

The following statement was released by the Allen Parish Sheriff's Office:

The Vernon Parish Sheriff's Office is seeking assistance from the public in locating Tate Allen Wilson, age 31, of Leesville.

SHREVEPORT – On September 17, 2026, United States District Judge S. Maurice Hicks, Jr., sentenced Jamison Keontai King, 35, of Wallisville, Texas, to 60 months in federal prison after his guilty plea for Possession of a Firearm in Furtherance of a Drug Trafficking Offense.  

On September 21, 2026, at approximately 9:15 p.m., detectives within the Criminal Investigations Division, Sulphur Field Office, were requested by the Jefferson Davis Parish Sheriff’s Office (JDPSO) to investigate a deputy-involved shooting that occurred at a business near the 1800 block of …

ALEXANDRIA – On September 15, 2026, United States District Judge Jerry Edwards, Jr., sentenced Terrence D. Taylor, Jr., 28, of Alexandria, to 102 months in federal prison with six years of supervised release, after his guilty plea to Possession with Intent to Distribute Methamphetamine and P…

ALEXANDRIA, La. - LSUA has been ranked the No. 3 Safest College Campus in America and No. 1 in Louisiana in Niche’s 2027 Best Colleges rankings, placing LSUA among the nation’s leaders in providing a safe and secure environment for students, faculty, and staff.The ranking is backed by both L…

This week marks Child Passenger Safety Week, and Acadian Ambulance is encouraging all parents and caregivers to take a moment to ensure their child’s car seat is properly installed and appropriate for their age, height, and weight.