DOTD Encourages Safety Around Railroad CrossingsDOTD Encourages Safety Around Railroad CrossingsThe DOTD's "Don't Stop on the Tracks" campaign is in full swing across the state. It makes sense because in a battle between your car and a train the outcome won't be in your favor.Bruce MikellsBruce Mikells
Train Pedestrian Crash Near Opelousas *** UPDATE *** Victim IdentifiedTrain Pedestrian Crash Near Opelousas *** UPDATE *** Victim IdentifiedSwank was a transient and had no known associates or residence in Louisiana.Bernadette LeeBernadette Lee
Railroad Crossing Repairs To Close Two Lafayette RoadsRailroad Crossing Repairs To Close Two Lafayette RoadsBoth will be closed for approximately 24 hours.Ken RomeroKen Romero
New Plant To Create 300 Jobs In SpringhillNew Plant To Create 300 Jobs In SpringhillState Sen. Robert Adley said the new manufacturing facility will create an annual salary of $35,000 plus benefits for employees. KPEL 96.5KPEL 96.5
Baton Rouge-New Orleans Rail Service Study DueBaton Rouge-New Orleans Rail Service Study DuePlans are for the rail line to start near downtown Baton Rouge, then make a stop either on Essen Lane or Bluebonnet Boulevard.Associated PressAssociated Press