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Forecast

Dodging rain drops again for most of this week

Updated: 3 hours ago
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By Jeff Morrow
Rain chances remain elevated as we continue to sit on the outside of high pressure and see passing Gulf disturbances.

News

Baton Rouge Families make their last-minute shopping rounds

Updated: 4 hours ago
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By Miranda Thomas
Class is back in session, tomorrow, for many students here in Baton Rouge and that means getting back into their well-known routines.

News

Baton Rouge to be designated as Purple Heart City

Updated: 4 hours ago
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By WAFB staff
Baton Rouge is officially becoming a Purple Heart City.

News

Red Stick Mom Blog has tips on preparing for the Back to School Routine

Updated: 5 hours ago
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By Lester Duhé
School is back in session and the Red Stick Mom blog has a few tips for families.

News

Loranger man dies after a fatal car crash in Tangipahoa Parish Saturday evening, police say

Updated: 8 hours ago
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By FOX 8 Staff
A 22-year-old man from Loranger died in a fatal crash Saturday evening in Tangipahoa Parish.

State

New Orleans woman allegedly stabs 2 toddlers; 1 dead, 1 critical, NOPD says

Updated: 10 hours ago
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By Ken Daley
Police said both juvenile victims were taken by private vehicle to a hospital, where the girl died and the boy was listed in critical condition

Crime

BRPD: 3 shot on Madison Ave., including 2 juveniles

Updated: 12 hours ago
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By WAFB Staff
The Baton Rouge Police Department is investigating a shooting that happened on Madison Avenue near Plank Road on Sunday, Aug. 7.

News

Former congressman Buddy Leach passes away

Updated: 13 hours ago
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By WAFB Staff
Governor John Bel Edwards is responding to news of the passing of former congressman and state representative Anthony C. “Buddy” Leach Jr.

Education

Students in Baton Rouge metro area head back to school

Updated: 15 hours ago
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By WAFB Staff
It’s back-to-school time across the parishes and districts, as well as colleges and universities that make up the Baton Rouge metro area.

State

Funeral service Sunday for slain rapper JayDaYoungan in Bogalusa

Updated: 16 hours ago
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By FOX 8 Staff
Rapper Javorius Scott, better known as JayDaYoungan, was killed July 27 at age 24 in a Bogalusa double shooting that also wounded his father Kenyatta Scott Sr., police said.
Current Temps
Current Temps

Community

BR animal shelter reaches critical capacity

Updated: 17 hours ago
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By Michael Simoneaux and Breanne Bizette
Companion Animal Alliance in Baton Rouge is putting out a renewed call for people to adopt or foster pets.

News

Non-profit holds prayer camp for students amid recent acts of violence

Updated: Aug. 6, 2022 at 10:53 PM CDT
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By Perry Robinson
A non-profit is aiming to unite the community through prayer and service amid recent acts of violence around the community and across the country.

Crime

Police respond to shooting off Scenic Hwy; 3 people injured

Updated: Aug. 6, 2022 at 10:23 PM CDT
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By Kamren Phillips
The Baton Rouge Police Department responded to a shooting on Saturday night, August 6.

Crime

4 escaped inmates from Mississippi back in custody

Updated: Aug. 6, 2022 at 6:22 PM CDT
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By WAFB Staff
Four Mississippi escapees are back in the custody of law enforcement. The last escapee was captured earlier Saturday morning.

Crime

Arrest made in hit and run crash that killed woman

Updated: Aug. 6, 2022 at 5:50 PM CDT
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By Josh Auzenne
The Baton Rouge Police Department said a woman died in a hit and run crash involving a truck and a sport utility vehicle on Monday, Aug. 1.

Crime

BRPD investigating shooting near Coursey and Cedarcrest

Updated: Aug. 6, 2022 at 10:31 AM CDT
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By WAFB Staff
A shooting in the area of Coursey Boulevard and Cedarcrest Avenue is under investigation, according to the Baton Rouge Police Department.

LSU

Tiger Band to perform in PMAC ahead of football games

Updated: Aug. 6, 2022 at 9:59 AM CDT
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By Michael Simoneaux
The LSU athletic department has announced several game day changes in a letter to football fans.

News

LSP becomes first in nation to implement rapid DNA technology

Updated: Aug. 6, 2022 at 7:43 AM CDT
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By WAFB Staff
The process takes about 90 minutes and is designed to prevent a wanted suspect from being released prior to the return of traditional DNA results.

News

Ascension Parish Council to consider possible ban on controversial drug Kratom

Updated: Aug. 5, 2022 at 10:52 PM CDT
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By Perry Robinson
The Ascension Parish Council introduced an ordinance during a meeting on Aug. 4 to regulate the sale and use of the controversial drug Kratom.

State

Louisiana 4-year-old with cystic fibrosis awaits lung transplant

Updated: Aug. 5, 2022 at 9:36 PM CDT
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By Andrea Robinson
A Louisiana 4-year-old was diagnosed with cystic fibrosis at three weeks old. That paired with an infection in her lungs has kept Ava Thomas in the hospital for over 3 months now.

State

Insurance Commissioner hopeful the state’s insurance crisis will subside by end of year

Updated: Aug. 5, 2022 at 9:28 PM CDT
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By David Jones
As Louisiana’s insurance crisis deepens and residents search for answers in the face of rising premiums, the state is putting the blame squarely on the companies that have become insolvent and forced to leave the state.

News

Gov. Edwards heads to Netherlands, France

Updated: Aug. 5, 2022 at 6:56 PM CDT
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By WAFB Staff
Gov. John Bel Edwards will lead a delegation of business and state leaders on an economic development, water management and resiliency mission to the Netherlands and France.

Investigators

After caretaker’s sexual abuse arrest, toddler’s overdose death, DCFS to face questions from lawmakers

Updated: Aug. 5, 2022 at 6:37 PM CDT
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By Scottie Hunter and Kevin Foster
Louisiana's Department of Children and Family Services has been called to answer questions from lawmakers over its handling of cases of abuse and deadly drug exposure.

News

Boil water advisory issued for subdivisions in Denham Springs

Updated: Aug. 5, 2022 at 6:19 PM CDT
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By WAFB STAFF
Ward two water district is currently making repairs in Arbor Walk subdivision causing water pressure to drop below Louisiana Department of Health standard, reported LDH .

News

EBR Parish behind on security as students return to school

Updated: Aug. 5, 2022 at 6:17 PM CDT
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By Chris Rosato
As some of you get ready to send your kids back to school on Monday, many are wondering if anything has been done to make them safer.

News

Restaurants eating cost of higher energy, food, fuel

Updated: Aug. 5, 2022 at 4:41 PM CDT
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By Kellie Sanchez
Chip Robert is running Mike Anderson's like any other day but in these times that's getting harder to do.

Crime

Zachary man accused of rape, molestation of minors

Updated: Aug. 5, 2022 at 4:34 PM CDT
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By Raley Pellittieri
A Zachary man with a history of child sexual abuse allegations has been arrested on charges of rape and molestation.

News

Recall Roundup: Aug. 5, 2022

Updated: Aug. 5, 2022 at 3:22 PM CDT
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By Deon Guillory
You may have to toss out some frozen foods and some bottles may not be safe for your baby.

News

Blurring the Lines: Red flags for gray area drinking

Updated: Aug. 5, 2022 at 3:01 PM CDT
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By Marsha Lewis and Roque Correa
It’s five o’clock somewhere but it seems more and more people are blurring the lines and not knowing when to say ‘No’ to the next drink.

News

Back-to-school events, giveaways happening in BR area

Updated: Aug. 5, 2022 at 2:41 PM CDT
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By WAFB Staff
With the start of a new school year right around the corner, parents and students will have a chance to attend several back-to-school events and giveaways happening in the Baton Rouge area.

News

First Shake Shack coming to Baton Rouge

Updated: Aug. 5, 2022 at 1:31 PM CDT
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By Rian Chatman
Shake Shack announced it will be opening its first restaurant on Bluebonnet Blvd., in late 2022.

News

Home being remodeled on Progress Road catches fire, officials investigating

Updated: Aug. 5, 2022 at 12:27 PM CDT
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By Bria Gremillion
Firefighters say they arrived at a house located on Progress Road, not far from Scotland Avenue, to find the living room on fire.

Crime

Murder suspect involved in police chase, shooting death of 21-year-old identified

Updated: Aug. 5, 2022 at 12:19 PM CDT
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By WAFB staff
A police chase ended in a crash around North Street on Thursday afternoon, the Baton Rouge Police Department confirmed.

Crime

LSU Police attempt to ID alleged burglary suspects

Updated: Aug. 5, 2022 at 12:16 PM CDT
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By WAFB Staff
According to police, the individuals are wanted regarding multiple vehicle burglaries around LSU’s campus.

Crime

4 inmates escape Alcorn County Jail

Updated: Aug. 5, 2022 at 11:49 AM CDT
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By Shyra Sherfield
Alcorn County Sheriff’s Office says early Friday morning, the four inmates cut a hole through the roof of the jail and escaped.

Crime

Lawyer confident Mystikal will be cleared on rape charge

Updated: Aug. 5, 2022 at 11:00 AM CDT
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By The Associated Press
Mystikal, who grew up in New Orleans and now lives in Prairieville, is accused of attacking a woman, taking her keys and holding her against her will, according to an arrest warrant.

Traffic

All lanes OPEN on I-12 East after multiple vehicle crashes force shut down

Updated: Aug. 5, 2022 at 10:53 AM CDT
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By WAFB Staff
All lanes are open on I-12 East after multiple vehicle crashes forced the highway to shut down on Friday, Aug. 5.

News

Woman’s Hospital celebrates 10 years on new campus; mom shares story of going into labor decade ago

Updated: Aug. 5, 2022 at 10:21 AM CDT
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By Cali Hubbard
Many of you may remember the big day when Woman’s Hospital moved to its new home at Airline near Pecue. That big move happened 10 years ago on Friday, Aug. 5.

Crime

‘Why did you shoot my child?’ Mother grieves after alleged murder suspect takes police on high-speed chase

Updated: Aug. 5, 2022 at 8:45 AM CDT
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By Perry Robinson
Angel Hawkins is still trying to make sense of her son’s murder.

National

Nearly 1.4 million saws recalled after several reports of injuries

Updated: Aug. 5, 2022 at 8:39 AM CDT
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By Debra Worley
DeWALT issued the recall after reports of the saw’s rear safety guard breaking nearly 600 times, making it easier for something to fly off and hit the user or someone nearby.

News

First day of school for students in Assumption Parish, an inside look of the big day ahead

Updated: Aug. 5, 2022 at 5:54 AM CDT
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By Cali Hubbard
It’s the big day for Assumption Parish students as teachers and staff welcome them back for their first day of school.

News

100+ students graduate during Southern University’s summer commencement

Updated: Aug. 5, 2022 at 5:45 AM CDT
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By Bria Gremillion
Congratulations are in order for more than 100 students attending Southern University and A&M College!

Health

Mental health crisis in teens

Updated: Aug. 5, 2022 at 5:24 AM CDT
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By Julie Marks and Roque Correa
Mental health disorders in teens have soared in recent years – and the COVID pandemic has only made things worse.

Education

BRCC announces dates for 3 super registration events for fall semester

Updated: Aug. 5, 2022 at 5:17 AM CDT
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By WAFB Staff
All registration events will be held on the Mid City Campus.

News

Kelli’s Kloset 9th Annual Auction Gala to benefit cancer patients

Updated: Aug. 5, 2022 at 4:49 AM CDT
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By Bria Gremillion
The gala will take place from 6:30 p.m. until 10 p.m. at Boudreaux’s located at 2647 Government Street.

News

CAC speaks on the impact of drugs in homes

Updated: Aug. 5, 2022 at 4:46 AM CDT
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By Miranda Thomas
The Children’s Advocacy Center is encouraging folks to keep an eye out on their kids and watch what they are doing.

News

Advocates walk to raise awareness on violence against women

Updated: Aug. 4, 2022 at 10:30 PM CDT
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By Breanne Bizette
Anti-Violence group comes to Baton Rouge after alarming rates of domestic violence, murder and human trafficking.

News

One person in critical condition after falling from tree in Baker

Updated: Aug. 4, 2022 at 10:12 PM CDT
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By WAFB Staff
One person fell from a tree in Baker Thursday evening officials state.

Education

LPSO starts new program: ‘Livingston Parish Sheriff’s Office School Safety Detail’ aimed at increasing patrols at schools

Updated: Aug. 4, 2022 at 9:46 PM CDT
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By Spencer Chrisman
The Livingston Parish Sheriff’s Office is starting a new program that will be aimed at increasing patrols at schools across the parish

News

‘It is tragic beyond description:’ Gov. looking for answers after DCFS drops ball in 2-year-old boy’s overdose

Updated: Aug. 4, 2022 at 7:25 PM CDT
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By Lester Duhé
Governor John Bel Edwards responded to the failures of one of his most trusted state agencies on Thursday, August 4 after the suspected overdose death of 2-year-old Mitchell Robinson.
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