Updated: Nov. 27, 2023 at 2:27 PM CST
|By Michael Simoneaux
Experts are sharing advice for people hoping to make a donation on Giving Tuesday.
Updated: Oct. 24, 2023 at 10:09 AM CDT
|By Michael Simoneaux
New anti-hazing legislation is being proposed to address the ongoing issue on college campuses across the country.
Updated: Oct. 3, 2023 at 5:32 AM CDT
|By Michael Simoneaux
Thousands of Louisiana residents with unclaimed money will see their names published in newspapers across the state, according to the Louisiana State Treasurer’s Office.
Updated: Oct. 1, 2023 at 10:02 AM CDT
|By Michael Simoneaux
Firefighters are investigating a case of arson at a vacant home that happened on Saturday, September 30.
Updated: Sep. 23, 2023 at 7:20 AM CDT
|By Michael Simoneaux
Ochsner Health is hosting several flu shot events throughout the Baton Rouge area on Saturday, September 23.
Updated: Sep. 5, 2023 at 12:54 PM CDT
|By Michael Simoneaux
A statewide burn ban has been reissued with exceptions removed on Friday, August 15, according to the Department of Agriculture and Forestry.
Updated: Sep. 2, 2023 at 12:03 PM CDT
|By Michael Simoneaux
Multiple law enforcement agencies in the Baton Rouge area have stepped up patrols for drunk drivers during the “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign.
Updated: Aug. 26, 2023 at 7:12 AM CDT
|By Michael Simoneaux
Crews with the Baton Rouge Fire Department battled two overnight house fires that left one person injured and several people displaced.
Updated: Aug. 22, 2023 at 3:43 PM CDT
|By Michael Simoneaux
A mock disaster drill will take place at the Baton Rouge Metro Airport Thursday, August 24.
Updated: Aug. 20, 2023 at 9:26 AM CDT
|By Michael Simoneaux
Neighbors will have the opportunity to support local businesses during the Annual Westside Shopping Extravaganza on Sunday, August 20.
Updated: Aug. 5, 2023 at 9:45 AM CDT
|By Michael Simoneaux
A winning Mega Millions ticket worth $1 million was recently sold in Hammond.
Updated: Jul. 23, 2023 at 8:54 AM CDT
|By Michael Simoneaux
Baton Rouge is seeking applications for the city’s 2023-2024 poet laureate.
Updated: Jul. 18, 2023 at 3:36 PM CDT
|By Michael Simoneaux
Two winning Powerball tickets worth $50,000 dollars have been sold in Baton Rouge in recent days, according to the Louisiana Lottery Corporation.
Updated: Jul. 8, 2023 at 7:21 AM CDT
|By Michael Simoneaux
Several groups are hosting a free school supplies distribution event and resource fair on Saturday, July 8.
Updated: Jul. 7, 2023 at 2:00 PM CDT
|By Michael Simoneaux
Drivers can expect weekend lane closures along part of College Drive in Baton Rouge.
Updated: Jul. 7, 2023 at 5:47 AM CDT
|By Michael Simoneaux
Companion Animal Alliance is waiving adoption fees during the animal shelter’s “Empty the Shelters” event.
Updated: Jul. 7, 2023 at 5:19 AM CDT
|By Michael Simoneaux
Officials with Louisiana State Police are set to host a free child seat safety check event.
Updated: Jul. 2, 2023 at 9:58 AM CDT
|By Michael Simoneaux
Members of the public are encouraged to participate in Fourth of July bike tours of Baton Rouge as well as a Heal the Block community celebration.
Updated: Jul. 1, 2023 at 11:50 AM CDT
|By Michael Simoneaux
Authorities will be out on the water for Operation Dry Water in an effort to crack down on impaired boat operators during the Fourth of July weekend.
Updated: Jun. 27, 2023 at 2:37 PM CDT
|By Michael Simoneaux
Scammers are posing as priests, law enforcement, and more in an attempt to steal money and personal information from potential victims.
Updated: Jun. 24, 2023 at 12:52 PM CDT
|By Michael Simoneaux
Two of the LSU matchups at the College World Series were the most watched college or pro baseball games on cable television in 2023.
Updated: Jun. 24, 2023 at 11:03 AM CDT
|By Michael Simoneaux
Trash collection will soon be reduced to one day per week for Pointe Coupee Parish residents who live outside of New Roads.
Updated: Jun. 24, 2023 at 6:45 AM CDT
|By Michael Simoneaux
Firefighters responded to the scene of a fire at an apartment on Friday, June 23, that left six residents displaced.
Updated: Jun. 21, 2023 at 10:51 PM CDT
|By Michael Simoneaux and Perry Robinson
A FIFA-sanctioned soccer match in Baton Rouge originally scheduled for Sunday, June 18, was canceled after some Honduran players refused to play due to poor field conditions.
Updated: Jun. 20, 2023 at 11:59 AM CDT
|By Michael Simoneaux
The tournament will be held between Friday, June 23, and Thursday, June 29, at the Burbank Soccer Complex. The facility is located at 12400 Burbank Drive.
Updated: Jun. 18, 2023 at 9:30 AM CDT
|By Michael Simoneaux
Officials with the U.S. Small Business Administration are reminding members of the public about disaster recovery programs.
Updated: Jun. 13, 2023 at 2:13 PM CDT
|By Michael Simoneaux
The National Security Agency has selected LSU for an award to create a cybersecurity clinic that will protect small businesses against cyberattacks.
Updated: Jun. 13, 2023 at 8:55 AM CDT
|By Michael Simoneaux
At least one lane of travel will remain open at all times.
Updated: Jun. 12, 2023 at 1:25 PM CDT
|By Michael Simoneaux
There are more than 40 job openings.
Updated: Jun. 12, 2023 at 8:44 AM CDT
|By Michael Simoneaux
According to the St. George Fire Department, crews responded to the building on Essen Lane around 9:30 p.m.
Updated: Jun. 12, 2023 at 5:53 AM CDT
|By Michael Simoneaux
The meals will be available while supplies last.
Updated: Jun. 10, 2023 at 10:51 AM CDT
|By Michael Simoneaux
Purchasing a Louisiana fishing license helps provide funding for public fishing, boating access, fishing programs, education, and more.
Updated: Jun. 10, 2023 at 6:56 AM CDT
|By Michael Simoneaux
The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
Updated: Jun. 6, 2023 at 12:05 PM CDT
|By Michael Simoneaux
According to the St. George Fire Department, the crash happened on Inniswylde Drive in East Baton Rouge Parish.
Updated: Jun. 6, 2023 at 10:36 AM CDT
|By Michael Simoneaux
The day is also an opportunity to remember the people who lost their lives because of unsecured loads and road debris.
Updated: Jun. 3, 2023 at 7:01 AM CDT
|By Michael Simoneaux
Organizers said the car seat safety checks will be conducted at no cost.
Updated: May. 29, 2023 at 5:10 PM CDT
|By WAFB Staff and Michael Simoneaux
A man is in the hospital recovering from gunshot wounds after being shot and kidnapped on Tuesday, May 23, according to the Iberville Parish Sheriff’s Office.
Updated: May. 29, 2023 at 6:23 AM CDT
|By Michael Simoneaux
BRCC is looking for day and evening bilingual instructors for all academic workforce courses and programs.
Updated: May. 28, 2023 at 9:36 AM CDT
|By Michael Simoneaux
The program will provide free summer meals to all children ages 18 and under.
Updated: May. 27, 2023 at 1:10 PM CDT
|By Michael Simoneaux
Law enforcement officials said the goal of the campaign is to enforce seat belt laws, increase seat belt use, and educate the public about seat belt safety.
Updated: May. 14, 2023 at 9:53 AM CDT
|By Michael Simoneaux
The Cajun Crushers will represent Louisiana during the Endeavor Games in Oklahoma in early June.
Updated: May. 9, 2023 at 7:56 AM CDT
|By Michael Simoneaux
“Crater” will make its debut Friday, May 12.
Updated: May. 7, 2023 at 9:22 AM CDT
|By Michael Simoneaux
An upcoming event will help businesses and entrepreneurs recover from struggles related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Updated: Apr. 29, 2023 at 8:05 PM CDT
|By Michael Simoneaux
Voters can see real-time election results through the Louisiana Secretary of State’s Office website.
Updated: Apr. 18, 2023 at 2:18 PM CDT
|By Michael Simoneaux
The advisory is underway while crews make repairs to a cut water main.
Updated: Apr. 11, 2023 at 12:27 PM CDT
|By Michael Simoneaux
There will be a contest to choose the name of the new team.
Updated: Apr. 10, 2023 at 6:38 PM CDT
|By Chris Rosato and Michael Simoneaux
The 2023 Regular Legislative Session got underway on Monday, April 10. Gov. John Bel Edwards delivered his final State of the State Address.
Updated: Mar. 28, 2023 at 12:58 PM CDT
|By Lester Duhé and Michael Simoneaux
The family friend said Dr. Koonce went to University High Lab School and studied at LSU.
Updated: Nov. 29, 2022 at 6:21 PM CST
|By Kamren Phillips and Michael Simoneaux
One person was killed and another was injured in a drive-by shooting Sunday, Nov. 20, according to police.
Updated: Nov. 8, 2022 at 1:45 PM CST
|By Michael Simoneaux
One lucky person hit the big jackpot in California.