Barge Captain Dodges Stray Bullet, Heroically Fails to Dodge Baton Rouge
Two barges grounded near LSU after eyewitnesses say the captain swerved to dodge a stray bullet. Officials confirm the bullet missed — unlike Baton Rouge’s reputation for “challenging” river navigation.
DOTD Completes Final Study for New Baton Rouge Bridge, Construction Set for 2026
After years of debate, LADOTD has finalized plans for a new Mississippi River bridge south of Baton Rouge—and yes, they finally did a real traffic study. Find out where it’s going and when it actually starts.
LADOTD to Celebrate 30th Anniversary of Bridge Studies with Festival
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is planning a massive festival to recognize the upcoming 30th anniversary of their ongoing Mississippi River Bridge study project, which will soon reach a staggering $150 million in expenses.