Kennedi Walker, WGNO

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Past articles by Kennedi:

Gov. Edwards warns of potential COVID surge ahead of Mother’s Day weekend

BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) – Governor Edwards announced he is fearful of another coronavirus surge ahead of this holiday weekend. 35% of Louisianans are now vaccinated, but Edwards says more people still need to get their shot. “We can parse it if you want to, but the fact of the matter is we have more […] → Read More

Governor Edwards does not support anti-transgender legislation

Louisiana Governor John Bel Edwards is standing firm, saying he will not support legislation that keeps transgender individuals from getting medical treatment or playing on the athletic team that matches their gender identity. → Read More

Port Allen officer arrested for allegedly using taser on handcuffed 67-year-old man inside police vehicle

BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) — A Port Allen Police Officer has been arrested on malfeasance and aggravated battery charges after allegedly using a taser on a handcuffed 67-year-old man in the back of a police vehicle. Officers’ body cameras captured the incident, according to an affidavit. The incident began after officers were dispatched to a […] → Read More

More than 200 cases of COVID UK variant found in Louisiana

BATON ROUGE, La (BRPROUD)- Health experts are afraid of another surge of cases as the UK variant is on the rise in Louisiana. The Louisiana Department of Health’s Dr. Joe Kanter says the best way to protect yourself from the new variant is to get vaccinated. This week, 13.4% of cases came from the variant. […] → Read More

No LSU officials will testify before lawmakers Thursday

BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) – LSU is blocking its employees from testifying about the university’s potential mishandling of sexual misconduct allegations. This comes after Associate Athletic Director Sharon Lewis announced she’s suing the university for $50 million on claims of conspiracy and cover-ups. Senator Regina Barrow says she’s upset no one is coming to speak. […] → Read More

Nearly a dozen LSU officials summoned to next legislative hearing on sexual assault

The Legislature's Senate Select Committee on Women and Children is calling on 10 people involved in LSU's handling of abuse and sexual misconduct complaints. → Read More

Are you going to the NCAA tournament? Here’s what you need to know

BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) – After last year’s tournament was canceled due to the pandemic, the NCAA is getting ready to put on the biggest event of the year, in a way that’s never been done. “In order for these teams to even come to Indianapolis they have to have seven straight negative COVID-19 tests […] → Read More

Must-have requirements for live music performances during Phase 3

With the music comes guidelines. According to the State Fire Marshall, here is a list of must-have requirements if singing and wind instruments are part of the performance. → Read More

Thirty-three Louisiana lawmakers call for governor to end mask mandate, reopen state

BATON ROUGE, La (BRPROUD)– More than 30 Louisiana lawmakers are calling for Governor Edwards to end the mask mandate and ​drop COVID-19 restrictions. Thirty-three Republican legislators sent a letter to the governor saying in part, “With access to vaccinations on the rise, hospitalizations on the decline, and a variety of better treatment options, now is […] → Read More

LSU-sponsored discussion about race has raised questions by state representative

BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) – A virtual panel at LSU about a book on “white race” is raising questions among some Louisiana lawmakers. Ray Garofalo voiced his concerns on the series, “Racism: Dismantling the System” and this Tuesday’s episode, the religion of white rage. In a letter to Higher Education Board, Garofalo questioned the conversation […] → Read More

Gas stations low on gas following winter storm

BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) – If you tried to get gas for your cars or generators, you may have noticed many gas stations have run out. Cars have been pulling up to gas stations and leaving moments later after seeing yellow and red bags covering gas pumps reading “sorry out of service.” “I’ve been to […] → Read More

LSU students have mixed emotions about potentially taking the COVID-19 vaccine

BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) – LSU is preparing to vaccinate as many students and staff as possible before next fall, and students have very mixed reactions. In 24 hours, more than 7,000 responded to a survey asking if they would take the COVID-19 vaccine. 4,400 of the respondents are students. A university spokesman says the […] → Read More

Louisiana nursing homes are slow to get the coronavirus vaccine

BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) – Across the state, there is slow progress in getting COVID-19 vaccines to nursing home residents. This as the number of cases and deaths continues to rise at an alarming rate. Exactly two weeks after CVS and Walgreens started administering the vaccines, just over 5,000 nursing home residents and staff have […] → Read More

Gonzales boy beats rare cancer during pandemic

Car parades have become a common way to celebrate during the pandemic. → Read More

BR nursing home creates holiday cheer for residents, families

At Jefferson Manor Nursing Home, it is common to hear Ms. Yvonne belting out her favorite Christmas song and see residents enjoying the fresh air. → Read More

Ascension family uses their holiday tradition to help those in need

"Dyllon's Heavenly Stocking" remembers a kid with a big heart and a dream to help others. → Read More

Louisiana is in a third surge of COVID-19, officials say the state has a lack of health care workers

Governor John Bel Edwards will hold a press conference on Thursday afternoon discussing COVID-19 and the ongoing hurricane recovery. → Read More

Ascension Parish bars must close immediately after high COVID-19 positivity rate

Bars in Ascension Parish must close again after a spike in COVID-19 cases. → Read More

Hurricane Zeta hits Gramercy

In Gramercy, Hurricane Zeta brought strong winds and heavy rain, leaving many without power. → Read More

EBR Metro Council member once again proposing $5 million settlement for Alton Sterling’s children

Its been nearly a month since the East Baton Rouge Metro Council rejected a proposed $5 million judgment in the civil lawsuit filed on behalf of Alton Sterling's five children. → Read More