How Saltwater Intrusion in Louisiana Could Affect Home Appliances
Louisiana is facing an unprecedented amount of saltwater intrusion into freshwater systems, leaving folks worried about its impact on their homes in the impacted area.
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Couple Canoeing Entire Mississippi River Reach Louisiana
Two Months ago Matt Hengst and Jennifer Blackie set out on a pretty daunting challenge...they decided to canoe the entire Mississippi River all the way to the Gulf of Mexico.
Mississippi River Cruises – How Much and Where Do They Go?
As ocean going vessels are getting larger some cruise fans are thinking smaller and looking to America's inland waterways as their next vacation destination.
Body Found Washed Up Near USS Kidd in Baton Rouge on Monday Night
A body was found on Monday evening in Baton Rouge when it washed up near the USS Kidd on River Road along the banks of the Mississippi River.
‘Blood, Sweat and Bonfires’ Unveils This Year’s Amazing Bullfrog Bonfire Structure
In south Louisiana, we sure do love a good bonfire. But there's probably no place around that does it as big as the River Parishes along the Mississippi River.
Unusual Sight in Baton Rouge – Mississippi River Has Receded from USS Kidd
With drought conditions to our north, less water is flowing down the Mississippi River, and that is causing a few things to happen.
Body Found in Mississippi River on Monday Morning
The West Baton Rouge Sheriff's Office responded to a call around 7:00 am that a tugboat had spotted the body in the river.
Man Catches Record-Breaking 104-Pound Catfish in Mississippi River
Christopher Halley of Brookehaven, Mississippi caught the fish in the Mississippi River near Natchez on a trotline.
Coast Guard Searching for Missing Boater in Mississippi River Near Baton Rouge
The United States Coast Guard, along with multiple agencies, are searching for a man who went missing in the Mississippi River near Baton Rouge on Wednesday evening.
Body Found in the Mississippi River in St. Bernard Parish
The St. Bernard Parish Sheriff's Office has confirmed that another body was pulled from the Mississippi River on Thursday afternoon in Arabi.
Three Children Fell Into Mississippi River on Saturday Evening, Search Called Off
Terribly sad news out of New Orleans over the weekend as three children went missing after entering the Mississippi River.
Chalmette Ferry Breaks Free, Heading Down Mississippi River
The Chalmette Ferry has broken free from its mooring and is floating down the Mississippi River, according to St. Bernard Parish President Guy McGinnis.
Male Frogs in the Atchafalaya Basin Are Turning Into Female Frogs
Male frogs in the Louisiana Atchafalaya Basin and in other rivers and streams around the state are turning female.
Body Identified as Missing LSU Student
In a preliminary report, the coroner's office says 18-year-old LSU student Kori Gauthier died from drowning.
Body Recovered From Mississippi River in St. John Parish
According to WBRZ, officials have recovered a body from the Mississippi River in Reserve, Louisiana.
Video Shows Motorists Going Around Barricades To Drive On Icy Mississippi River Bridge
It should go without saying, but here is a reminder to obey all barricades and signage when it comes to road closures.
Cajun Navy Asks for Help With Search For Missing Boys
A search of the Mississippi River for two missing boys is still going on after 20 days.
Captivating South Louisiana Photo Taken From Space by Astronaut
It looks like a watercolor masterpiece.
Christmas Eve Bonfires on Mississippi River Levee to Feature Massive 60-Foot Alligator [Photos]
A huge 60-foot alligator built out of wood will be the centerpiece of the annual bonfires on Christmas Eve in St James and St John Parishes.
Billions of Mosquito-Like Insects Invade New Orleans
Diverting water into Lake Pontchartrain is the cause