Miranda Thomas
Reporter
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Baton Rouge native Miranda Thomas joined the WAFB 9NEWS Team as a reporter in July 2022.
Miranda, a 2019 graduate of Southern University, comes to WAFB from a television station in Alexandria, LA where she also worked as a reporter.
While at Southern, she wrote for the university newspaper and was a reporter for Southern University Television (SUTV).
Miranda is a member of the National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) and the Southern University Alumni Federation.
She is a 2013 graduate of McKinley Senior High School.
She enjoys spending time with her family and friends and her “fur baby” named Minnie.
Updated: 20 hours ago
|By Miranda Thomas
Families, friends, and other veterans gathered at the Louisiana National Cemetery to remember those who fought so we can have freedom.
Updated: May. 25, 2023 at 6:59 PM CDT
|By Miranda Thomas
A new project aims to change the culture on the streets of Baton Rouge through music and other art forms with the Culture Shift Concert.
Updated: May. 19, 2023 at 6:59 PM CDT
|By Miranda Thomas
According to some numbers from the coroner’s office, East Baton Rouge Parish has seen more than 100 accidental overdose deaths this year.
Updated: May. 11, 2023 at 6:45 PM CDT
|By Miranda Thomas
The Louisiana Shrimpers Association held a rally at the Louisiana State Capitol for shrimpers early Thursday, May 11.
Updated: May. 10, 2023 at 6:41 PM CDT
|By Miranda Thomas
The Dog People of Livingston Parish is a dog rescue group that usually transports dogs from kill shelters or provides low-cost clinics to people in that area.
‘Our hope is to not have this one vandalized or stolen’: Allie Rice’s family puts up second memorial
Updated: May. 8, 2023 at 1:09 AM CDT
|By Miranda Thomas
Friends and family of LSU student Allie Rice gathered at the same intersection where she was killed just eight months ago.
Updated: May. 5, 2023 at 8:41 PM CDT
|By Miranda Thomas
Writers nationwide are on strike for better pay and less usage of artificial intelligence after negotiations between the writer’s guild and production companies fell short.
Updated: May. 3, 2023 at 12:12 PM CDT
|By Bria Gremillion and Miranda Thomas
The accident was caught on camera.
Updated: Apr. 30, 2023 at 10:15 PM CDT
|By Miranda Thomas
A Baton Rouge woman, who was recently shot and is still recovering, has to bury both of her siblings because of gun violence.
Updated: Apr. 28, 2023 at 6:21 PM CDT
|By Miranda Thomas
Parents in Denham Springs are outraged after they say a woman waving a gun, reportedly at a school bus, was released from jail.
Updated: Apr. 26, 2023 at 6:49 PM CDT
|By Miranda Thomas
The Lighting Improvement Plan has been in the works for over five years.
Updated: Apr. 23, 2023 at 10:43 PM CDT
|By Miranda Thomas
A group of women held an event Sunday in Baton Rouge to bring awareness to domestic violence and provide local resources to people who need them.
Updated: Apr. 21, 2023 at 10:20 PM CDT
|By Miranda Thomas
The month of April is child abuse prevention month. Prevention agencies rely on the reports of people in the community to know who needs their support.
Updated: Apr. 21, 2023 at 7:05 PM CDT
|By Miranda Thomas
Baton Rouge community members and business owners in the Melrose area put their heads together Friday afternoon to try to tackle crime.
Updated: Apr. 16, 2023 at 10:26 PM CDT
|By Miranda Thomas
Amid a national push to reduce black maternal mortality rates, local groups are trying to bring awareness to this issue for Black Maternal Health Week.
Updated: Apr. 15, 2023 at 10:44 PM CDT
|By Miranda Thomas
The West Baton Rouge Museum invites the public to explore the challenges of substance abuse and addiction through art.
Updated: Apr. 13, 2023 at 5:57 PM CDT
|By Miranda Thomas
Iberville Parish officials are beefing up security at the courthouse after a convicted murderer escaped from officials while in route to the courthouse to be sentenced.
Updated: Apr. 12, 2023 at 7:01 PM CDT
|By Miranda Thomas
A mother who lost her son to gun violence is trying something different to keep kids safe and out of trouble during the summer.
Updated: Apr. 9, 2023 at 11:02 PM CDT
|By Miranda Thomas
An Easter ‘Stop the Violence’ celebration was held to honor the life of a 13-year-old shooting victim.
Updated: Apr. 9, 2023 at 2:12 PM CDT
|By Miranda Thomas
Just in time for the easter weekend, many seafood restaurants are dishing out crawfish orders by the minute to consumers.
Updated: Mar. 31, 2023 at 6:42 PM CDT
|By Miranda Thomas
Dozens of people attended the funeral of 11-year-old Matthew Fortenberry, who was shot and killed earlier this month.
Updated: Mar. 31, 2023 at 9:10 AM CDT
|By Miranda Thomas
Classrooms in two Livingston Parish schools were empty Thursday, March 30, but the street outside of the school board office was packed with teachers and staff.
Updated: Mar. 29, 2023 at 6:48 PM CDT
|By Miranda Thomas
The East Baton Rouge School System, alongside the Baton Rouge Area Chamber, is offering high school seniors a paid summer internship.
Updated: Mar. 25, 2023 at 10:21 PM CDT
|By Miranda Thomas
The Institute for Childhood Preparedness partnered with the Louisiana Department of Education to host active shooter training sessions for early childhood professionals in Louisiana.
Updated: Mar. 25, 2023 at 3:42 PM CDT
|By Miranda Thomas
According to the Louisiana Secretary of State’s Office, the final day for voters to cast ballots is Saturday, March 25.
Updated: Mar. 23, 2023 at 5:06 AM CDT
|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.
Updated: Mar. 20, 2023 at 2:00 PM CDT
|By Miranda Thomas
The family of 11-year-old Matthew Fortenberry is simply heartbroken.
Updated: Mar. 16, 2023 at 6:44 PM CDT
|By Miranda Thomas
A new law was passed March 14, Tuesday night, restricting short term rental usage in St. Francisville, LA.
Updated: Mar. 15, 2023 at 6:04 PM CDT
|By Miranda Thomas
To honor Women’s History Month, Project Big Dot connected Scotlandville Magnet High School students with local female professionals for a Girl’s Day Out.
Updated: Mar. 12, 2023 at 10:50 PM CDT
|By Miranda Thomas
Dozens of runners hit the pavement for one purpose, to remember former Zachary police officer and firefighter, Christopher Lawton.
Updated: Mar. 11, 2023 at 9:52 PM CST
|By Miranda Thomas
The Southern University Law Center, in partnership with Diverse Representation, hosted its second Sports Agent Bootcamp to provide insight into the expanding career field.
Updated: Mar. 10, 2023 at 10:32 PM CST
|By Miranda Thomas
In 2021, the East Baton Rouge Metropolitan Council unanimously approved Housing for Heroes to use $6 million in funding from the American State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (SLFRF) program.
Updated: Mar. 9, 2023 at 6:32 PM CST
|By Miranda Thomas
Shutting down is not an option for one local business, so they are getting creative to stay afloat.
Updated: Mar. 8, 2023 at 6:46 PM CST
|By Miranda Thomas
A city-wide search for a missing man has some volunteers wanting to go even deeper.
Updated: Mar. 7, 2023 at 7:25 PM CST
|By Miranda Thomas
Louisiana is known for its rich history and involvement in the Civil Rights Movement.
Updated: Mar. 6, 2023 at 5:05 AM CST
|By Miranda Thomas
Family and friends gathered Sunday, March 5, to remember the life of 17-year-old Nykobia Keller.
Updated: Mar. 3, 2023 at 6:58 PM CST
|By Miranda Thomas
A Denham Springs animal fostering program, Rescue Rehome Repeat, needs volunteers to take in local dogs.
Updated: Mar. 3, 2023 at 7:31 AM CST
|By Miranda Thomas
Law enforcement leaders and community organizations gathered for the Page/Rice Camera Initiative, unveiling one of the new crime cameras in north Baton Rouge.
Updated: Feb. 26, 2023 at 10:33 PM CST
|By Miranda Thomas
Members of the X-Factor Sports Performance facility celebrated its grand opening on Sunday, Feb 26.
Updated: Feb. 25, 2023 at 10:22 PM CST
|By Miranda Thomas
The inaugural 225 Fest celebrates the rich history of Baton Rouge and the 50th anniversary of hip-hop.
Updated: Feb. 24, 2023 at 6:30 PM CST
|By Miranda Thomas
A group of teachers at Capitol High School organized the Brotherhood/Sisterhood circle to create a safe space for the teenagers.
Updated: Feb. 22, 2023 at 6:48 PM CST
|By Miranda Thomas
The 19th Judicial District Court is hosting an event to help people resolve their traffic tickets on Friday, February 24.
Updated: Feb. 20, 2023 at 7:32 AM CST
|By Miranda Thomas
This year’s theme was ‘Rockin’ thru the ages’ with over 20 floats participating in the festivities.
Updated: Feb. 17, 2023 at 6:47 PM CST
|By Miranda Thomas
The Baton Rouge North Economic Development District is hosting The Black Art Showcase, a celebration of Black History Month and local creatives.
Updated: Feb. 15, 2023 at 7:07 PM CST
|By Miranda Thomas
Today, leaders with the EBR Metro Council inducted 30 couples into the East Baton Rouge marriage hall of fame.
Updated: Feb. 15, 2023 at 6:59 PM CST
|By Miranda Thomas
Family-owned Webb’s Barbershop in Baton Rouge is nearly a century old and the sound of clippers continues to make the cut.
Updated: Feb. 9, 2023 at 7:02 PM CST
|By Miranda Thomas
A Baton Rouge woman says brown water has poured from her pipes one time too many.
Updated: Feb. 3, 2023 at 7:02 PM CST
|By Miranda Thomas
People at the stadium square apartments in Baton Rouge have been going without water for almost four days now.
Updated: Feb. 2, 2023 at 6:27 PM CST
|By Miranda Thomas
Mckinley High School students are showing off their art skills this Mardi Gras season with decorated throws.
Updated: Jan. 29, 2023 at 9:44 PM CST
|By Miranda Thomas
High water made its way to parts of the roadways throughout Baton Rouge. Some folks are looking for answers where their community continues to flood.
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