What you need to know ahead of planned protests this weekend Share Updated: 1:49 PM CST Jan 18, 2021 WDSU Digital Team Share Updated: 1:49 PM CST Jan 18, 2021
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TRACKING THE COVID-19 VACCINE Share Updated: 1:49 PM CST Jan 18, 2021 WDSU Digital Team Security measures are a concern at public and government buildings after armed protests are being planned online at all 50 state capitols from Jan. 16 through Inauguration Day.Here is what to expect in New Orleans, at the Louisiana State Capitol and across the country: New Orleans: Locally, the NOPD said there are currently no active threats agains
Public Safety Officials Remain Prepared for State Capitol Protests, Stress Importance of Safe and Peaceful Assemblies
January 15, 2021
Through a collaborative effort of federal, state, and local public safety agencies, officials continue to prepare for possible protests at the Louisiana State Capitol. Representatives from the Louisiana State Police, DPS Police, Federal Bureau of Investigation, Louisiana Office of State Fire Marshal, Louisiana Attorney General’s Office, Louisiana Army National Guard, Governor’s Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness, East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff’s Office, Baton Rouge Police Department, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives, United States Attorney Office, and the Louisiana Legislative Sergeant at Arms are working closely to coordinate security protocols and ensure safety for protesters, Capitol grounds and staff, and the surrounding community.
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BATON ROUGE - In a joint statement, law enforcement agencies statewide say they re bracing for potential protests at state buildings in the coming days but that no significant threats have materialized as of Thursday.
Public Safety Officials Remain Prepared for State Capitol Protests, Stress Importance of Safe and Peaceful Assemblies
BATON ROUGE, LA – Through a collaborative effort of federal, state, and local public safety agencies, officials continue to prepare for possible protests at the Louisiana State Capitol. Representatives from the Louisiana State Police; DPS Police; Federal Bureau of Investigation; Louisiana Office of State Fire Marshal; Louisiana Attorney General’s Office; Louisiana Army National Guard; Governor’s Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness; East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff’s Office; Baton Rouge Police Department; Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives; United States Attorney Office; and the Louisiana Legislative Sergeant at Arms are working closely to coordinate security protocols and ensure safety for protesters, capitol grounds and staff, and the surrounding community.