With my first week as WAFB's medical correspondent successfully behind me, I thought now would be an appropriate time to introduce myself. Hello, my name is Elizabeth Vowell, and I am not a medical professional.More >>
With my first week as WAFB's medical correspondent successfully behind me, I thought now would be an appropriate time to introduce myself. Hello, my name is Elizabeth Vowell, and I am not a medical professional. I just play one on TV.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 5:12 PM EDT2013-06-18 21:12:52 GMT
A 13-year-old boy was arrested and charged with second degree murder after his 5-year-old sister died Sunday. Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Detectives say the boy admitted to practicing "WWE" moves on theMore >>
A 13-year-old boy was arrested and charged with second degree murder after his 5-year-old sister died Sunday. Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Detectives say the boy admitted to practicing "WWE" moves on the girl, even after she told him that she was in pain.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 4:10 PM EDT2013-06-18 20:10:44 GMT
WWL-TV reports there has been a possible explosion in Washington Parish early Tuesday morning. The station stated on its website officials are on their way to the town of Isabel to investigate. According toMore >>
There was a gas line explosion early Tuesday morning, according to Washington Parish Sheriff Randy Seal. The gas fire is out, but trees in the area are still burning. More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 10:36 AM EDT2013-06-18 14:36:47 GMT
Louisiana State Police reports I-10 East is closed at Whiskey Bay on the Atchafalaya Basin Bridge due to multiple crashes. Traffic on I-10 East is being diverted onto I-49 North.Drivers trying to get toMore >>
Louisiana State Police said I-10 East was closed for a while Tuesday morning due to multiple crashes near Whiskey Bay on the Atchafalaya Basin Bridge.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 12:18 PM EDT2013-06-18 16:18:50 GMT
A man accused of stealing air conditioners was arrested on theft and drug charges Monday. Johnny Williams Jr., 34, of Hammond, faces charges of felony theft and possession of marijuana. The Tangipahoa ParishMore >>
A man accused of stealing air conditioners was arrested on theft and drug charges Monday. Witnesses said they saw him take the units. More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 11:37 AM EDT2013-06-18 15:37:41 GMT
Sheriff's deputies are asking for the public's help in finding a suspected rapist. The Ascension Parish Sheriff's Office reported Justo Venegas, 31, is wanted on a charge of forcible rape. Chief DeputyMore >>
Sheriff's deputies are asking for the public's help in finding a suspected rapist. He is wanted for forcible rape involving a girl. More >>
Birthplace: Quitman, Mississippi
Arrived in Baton Rouge: June 2012
Education: Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism, University of Mississippi
Awards and Accomplishments: Interviewed Former Secretary of State Colin Powell and Nobel Laureate Elie Wiesel. Flown with the Blue Angels, Zero Gravity Experience and the Hurricane Hunters. Stories aired on CBS Sports, ESPNU and published on CNN.com. Completed a thesis analyzing the impact of online journalism on news with Sally McDonnell Barksdale Honors College.
Family Info: Two sisters, four nieces and nephews, 1 dog and 1 cat.
Community Involvement:
Hobbies: Reading, traveling, photography and all things food.
Big Stories Covered: 2008 Presidential Debate, The BP Oil Spill, Hurricane Isaac
Favorite Quote: "Experience is simply the name we give our mistakes," –Oscar Wilde
