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4 tax renewals for EBR Schools to appear on March 25 election ballot

Updated: 4 hours ago
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By Perry Robinson
Residents in East Baton Rouge Parish will have the chance to vote on the future of the largest school district in the greater Baton Rouge area.

News

Items commonly found in your home can poison you.

SMART LIVING: Poison prevention month

Updated: 8 hours ago
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By Marsha Lewis and Roque Correa
March is poison prevention month.

Forecast

FIRST ALERT FORECAST: Friday, March 24

Severe threat stays mostly north today but more storms expected on Sunday

Updated: 8 hours ago
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By Steve Caparotta
Windy and warm weather will dominate at least the first half of our day, with highs climbing into the mid to upper 80s.

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Should public schools supply tampons? It could soon become a reality

Updated: 8 hours ago
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By Chris Rosato
It can be a young girl’s worst nightmare having their first period while at school among classmates and not having the products they need.

Crime

Police arrest 1 of 2 women wanted in connection with Nathan Millard case

Updated: 8 hours ago
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By WAFB Staff
One of the two women wanted in connection with the Nathan Millard case was arrested Friday morning, March 24, according to the Baton Rouge Police Department.

News

WAFB named Louisiana ‘Television Station of the Year’

Updated: 11 hours ago
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By WAFB Staff
WAFB was honored with four Louisiana Association of Broadcasters awards Friday, including being named “Television Station of the Year”.

Crime

Court revokes bond for man accused of shooting at multiple people in Livingston Parish, injuring 1

Updated: 11 hours ago
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By Lester Duhé
A man arrested by Livingston Parish Sheriff’s Office after allegedly shooting at multiple people cannot bond out of jail, according to officials.

News

WAFB’s Paul Gates inducted into LAB Hall of Fame

Updated: 12 hours ago
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By WAFB Staff
Former WAFB anchor and investigative reporter Paul Gates was inducted into the Louisiana Association of Broadcasters Hall of Fame Friday, March 24, 2023.

News

Man dies after crashing into canal, officials say

Updated: 12 hours ago
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By Rian Chatman
The Louisiana State Police is investigating an overnight deadly crash that happened on Thursday, March 23.

Crime

Cocaine, meth seized during drug bust; 3 arrested

Updated: 14 hours ago
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By Rian Chatman
The Louisiana State Police arrested three individuals for drug related crimes on Wednesday, March 22, after conducting a two-month long investigation.
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Crime

‘You ruined my life:’ Man sets fire to apartment after being evicted

Updated: 14 hours ago
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By Bria Gremillion
An investigator was called to the scene and the fire was ruled as arson.

News

Baton Rouge Gridiron Show to put La. politicians in ‘hot seat’

Updated: 18 hours ago
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By WAFB Staff
Tickets cost $30 each.

News

Check out inmate-made art at Dixon Correctional Institute spring Arts and Crafts Show

Updated: 19 hours ago
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By Cali Hubbard
Organizers said the show is a family event featuring inmate-made hobby crafts.

News

CONSUMER REPORTS: Cleaner, healthier teeth

Updated: 19 hours ago
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By WAFB Staff
It’s something many of us dread: trips to the dentist.

Crime

Apartment fire ruled arson

Updated: 20 hours ago
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By Bria Gremillion
A fire investigator was called to the scene and determined the fire was intentionally set.

News

Stay on top of your health with 2 events this weekend

Updated: 21 hours ago
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By Bria Gremillion
There are two health events happening in the Capital City this weekend.

Health

YOUR HEALTH: VHL, new drug for genetic disease shrinks tumors

Updated: 22 hours ago
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By Cyndy McGrath, Kirk Manson and Roque Correa
VHL puts people at higher risk of cancerous and benign tumors in multiple organs.

News

Livingston Parish could potentially ban TikTok on all government issued devices

Updated: Mar. 23, 2023 at 10:47 PM CDT
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By Perry Robinson
A new battle is brewing in Livingston Parish as one council member is calling for the ban of TikTok on all government-issued devices.

Crime

New Orleans Lyft driver shot and killed by passenger, NOPD says

Updated: Mar. 23, 2023 at 9:54 PM CDT
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By Andrés Fuentes
The NOPD says Enrique Bardales Valle was shot and killed just after 2 a.m. on March 8 near an apartment complex on Morrison Road.

National

TikTok CEO grilled by skeptical lawmakers on safety, content

Updated: Mar. 23, 2023 at 6:45 PM CDT
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By The Associated Press and HALELUYA HADERO AND FARNOUSH AMIRI
Shou Zi Chew's testimony came at a crucial time for the company, which has acquired 150 million American users but is under increasing pressure from U.S. officials.

News

VIDEO: Ascension Parish worker terminated after relieving himself in water supply

Updated: Mar. 23, 2023 at 5:32 PM CDT
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By Rian Chatman
An Ascension Parish government employee has been terminated and arrested after allegedly relieving himself in the water supply at a Donaldsonville water plant.

Crime

Warrants: Nathan Millard hired prostitutes, smoked crack

Updated: Mar. 23, 2023 at 5:09 PM CDT
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By Scottie Hunter
Derrick Perkins, the man accused of dumping the body of Georgia businessman Nathan Millard, tried to find Narcan to revive him, new arrest warrants in the case claim.

Crime

Child rapist faces 2 life sentences after jury convicts in under an hour

Updated: Mar. 23, 2023 at 4:29 PM CDT
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By WAFB Staff
A Baton Rouge man is facing spending the rest of his life behind bars after being convicted of raping two children, according to the 18th Judicial District Attorney’s Office.

Crime

Elderly man dies in East Feliciana Parish crash, officials say

Updated: Mar. 23, 2023 at 3:07 PM CDT
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By WAFB staff
Troopers with Louisiana State Police are investigating a single-vehicle crash that claimed the life of an elderly man on Thursday morning, March 23.

Crime

CRIME STOPPERS: Officials searching for gunman who shot at another man

Updated: Mar. 23, 2023 at 2:29 PM CDT
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By WAFB Staff
Detectives with the Baton Rouge Police Department needs the help of the public searching for a man wanted for attempted murder.

Crime

Police investigating after shots fired in Baker

Updated: Mar. 23, 2023 at 1:09 PM CDT
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By Raley Pellittieri
The Baker Police Department is investigating after shots were reportedly fired near an apartment complex in Baker on Thursday, March 23.

News

MOVEBR open house to discuss Sherwood Forest Extension project

Updated: Mar. 23, 2023 at 12:51 PM CDT
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By Bria Gremillion
It’s happening at the Greenwell Springs Library from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.

News

Florida man missing in Baton Rouge; wallet found in car

Updated: Mar. 23, 2023 at 12:48 PM CDT
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By WAFB Staff
Police are looking for a Florida man last seen in downtown Baton Rouge after dropping off his family at a hotel.

News

Missing Hammond man found safe, officials say

Updated: Mar. 23, 2023 at 11:27 AM CDT
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By Bria Gremillion
A man reported missing from Hammond over the weekend has been found, according to Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff’s Office.

News

Touch A Truck returning to BREC State Fairgrounds

Updated: Mar. 23, 2023 at 7:27 AM CDT
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By Cali Hubbard
The Junior League of Baton Rouge will be hosting this for their eighth year now.

Health

YOUR HEALTH: What to ask before going under the knife

Updated: Mar. 23, 2023 at 6:52 AM CDT
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By Milvionne Chery and Roque Correa
Fifteen million people have some type of surgery every year in the US.

News

Absentee ballots due soon in March 25 election

Updated: Mar. 23, 2023 at 6:41 AM CDT
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By WAFB Staff
The next deadline for the March 25 Municipal Primary Election is approaching soon for voters.

News

100 Black Men expand Respect 4 Life program

Updated: Mar. 23, 2023 at 5:06 AM CDT
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By Miranda Thomas
Respect 4 Life is a mentorship program that allows the group to go into high schools and teach young people life skills.

National

Body found near Denver high school shooting suspect’s car

Updated: Mar. 22, 2023 at 11:37 PM CDT
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By The Associated Press and COLLEEN SLEVIN and JESSE BEDAYN Associated Press
The shooting happened in an area away from classrooms as the student was undergoing a search as part of a “safety plan” that required him to be patted down daily, officials said.

News

Matthew Fortenberry funeral expense fund announced by BR leaders

Updated: Mar. 22, 2023 at 10:51 PM CDT
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By WAFB Staff
Baton Rouge leaders announced on Wednesday, March 22, the Matthew Fortenberry Funeral Expense Fund with b1Bank.

News

La. lawmakers could get hefty pay raise under new proposal by state rep

Updated: Mar. 22, 2023 at 10:42 PM CDT
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By Lester Duhé
The people who represent you at the State Capitol could be getting a hefty raise.

News

SMART LIVING: What not to put on your resume

Updated: Mar. 22, 2023 at 6:49 PM CDT
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By Marsha Lewis and Roque Correa
If a person’s resume isn’t helping in the efforts to land a dream job, there could be a good reason.

State

Chlorine leak from BioLab causes shelter-in-place

Updated: Mar. 22, 2023 at 6:09 PM CDT
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By KPLC Digital Team and Devon Distefano
The source of the leak has been confirmed as coming from BioLab.

News

Tougher penalties could be heading for fentanyl dealers

Updated: Mar. 22, 2023 at 5:47 PM CDT
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By Chris Rosato
With fentanyl being dumped into the country at record numbers it has all of us searching for solutions.

News

Construction ending soon on old Elm Grove Garden Apt. Complex

Updated: Mar. 22, 2023 at 5:22 PM CDT
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By Breanne Bizette
Residents used to call it a nightmare to live there, now city leaders hope a new construction will benefit the Scotlandville community.

Crime

Suspect arrested for early March shooting that left 1 dead

Updated: Mar. 22, 2023 at 5:12 PM CDT
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By WAFB Staff
The Baton Rouge Police Department arrested a man on Wednesday, March 22, in connection with a shooting earlier in the month that left one person dead.

National

Fed raises key rate by quarter-point despite bank turmoil

Updated: Mar. 22, 2023 at 5:03 PM CDT
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By The Associated Press and CHRISTOPHER RUGABER AP Economics Writer
The Federal Reserve extended its year-long fight against high inflation Wednesday by raising its key interest rate by a quarter-point despite concerns that higher borrowing rates could worsen the turmoil that has gripped the banking system.

News

Ascension Parish host annual Trash Bash to help clean up community

Updated: Mar. 22, 2023 at 4:42 PM CDT
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By Rian Chatman
As part of Keep Louisiana Beautiful Week, Ascension Parish is hosting its annual Trash Bash to bring together the community.

Crime

Police: Man stabbed by family member; teen in custody

Updated: Mar. 22, 2023 at 3:40 PM CDT
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By Lester Duhé
The Gonzales Police Department is investigating a stabbing Tuesday afternoon, March 22, that left a 40-year-old man in critical condition.

News

SMART LIVING: Reverse cognitive decline

Updated: Mar. 22, 2023 at 2:41 PM CDT
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By Marsha Lewis and Roque Correa
Forgetting is a classic sign of cognitive decline.

Crime

Man, woman killed in apparent murder-suicide identified

Updated: Mar. 22, 2023 at 12:28 PM CDT
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By WAFB Staff
Detectives believe Glasper shot Patterson and then turned the gun on himself.

National

More deaths, injuries linked to recalled eyedrops

Updated: Mar. 22, 2023 at 12:22 PM CDT
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By The Associated Press
The eyedrops from EzriCare and Delsam Phama were recalled in February, and health authorities are continuing to track infections as they investigate the outbreak.

News

NBA Youngboy drops cover art for new album and it features Southern’s Mini Dome

Updated: Mar. 22, 2023 at 10:27 AM CDT
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By Bria Gremillion
This project’s release comes on the heels of Youngboy’s fifth studio album, which dropped January 2023 under Motown Records.

News

Free health and plant fair coming to Zion City Mar. 23

Updated: Mar. 22, 2023 at 7:27 AM CDT
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By Cali Hubbard
Interfaith Federation of Greater Baton Rouge said it is free and open to anyone in the community.

News

CONSUMER REPORTS: Better sleep this week and beyond

Updated: Mar. 22, 2023 at 7:22 AM CDT
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By WAFB Staff
It’s that time of year when many of us feel like we’re trying to make up for that elusive lost hour of sleep with the time change in most states.
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