Perry Robinson

WAFB Reporter

Perry Robinson was born in Jackson, Mississippi and graduated from the University of Southern Mississippi in 2016.

During his time at USM, Perry won several awards for his on-campus reporting of the Golden Eagles athletic program and for his contributions to the weekly syndicated radio show he co-hosted called ‘Wise Guys’. He also interned at WAPT-TV back in Jackson in 2014.

In 2016, he won three Associated Press Awards including Award of Excellence for Best Sports Story, Excellence in Journalism for Best Sportscast-Sports Program and First Place for College Radio Best Sportscast-Sports Program. He was also named the 2016 Broadcast Journalism Student of the Year.

After graduation, Perry took a job at WTOK-TV in Meridian, MS where he was a reporter and producer. In 2019, Perry left Meridian to become a reporter at KNOE-TV in Monroe, Louisiana.

During his time at KNOE, Perry received an Emmy Nomination from his reporting of the tornado that struck Ruston, Louisiana.

Perry is also a member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. and is a Spring 2014 initiate of the Kappa Iota Chapter.

Perry also has a passion for sports. He roots faithfully for his alma mater and is also a Jackson State University Tigers fan.

Perry is excited to join WAFB as a reporter and ready to call the Red Stick home.

Contact Perry via email at perry.robinson@wafb.com.

Awards:

2020 Emmy Nomination for Best Newscast – Evening Markets
2017 Louisiana-Mississippi Associated Press – Best Editorial Piece
2016 Mississippi Associated Press – College Radio Best Sportscast Sports Program
2016 Mississippi Associated Press – Excellence in Journalism for Best Sportscast

Education:

University of Southern Mississippi: Mass Communications-Broadcast Journalism

Recent Articles by Perry

EBR teachers, parents, students protest superintendent’s ‘Smart Start Plan’ at school board meeting

Hundreds of East Baton Rouge Parish teachers, parents, and students protested the superintendent’s ‘Smart Start Plan’ at the school board meeting on Thursday, April 15.

Perry Robinson

Published April 15, 2021 at 11:36 PM

Metro Council votes to rename City Hall Plaza in Downtown after Davis Rhorer

The East Baton Rouge Metropolitan Council unanimously approved to rename City Hall Plaza in Downtown Baton Rouge in honor of the late Davis Rhorer.

Perry Robinson

Published April 14, 2021 at 9:20 PM

Family, friends of missing LSU student hold prayer vigil

Family, friends and classmates gathered Friday night to pray over the search of missing LSU Freshman Kori Gauthier

Perry Robinson

Published April 9, 2021 at 11:45 PM

Small number of fully vaccinated Louisianians tested positive for COVID

A small group of Louisianians has tested positive for COVID-19 after taking their final dose of the vaccine. It’s called a “breakthrough case.”

Perry Robinson

Published April 8, 2021 at 10:56 PM

Community college enrollment down across La. due to pandemic

Enrollment is down at community colleges around the country due to the pandemic and the data is clear. In Louisiana, 11 out of the 12 colleges in the Louisiana Community and Technical College System have seen a drop in numbers.

Perry Robinson

Published April 7, 2021 at 11:31 PM

LSU students react to video of incident involving Koy Moore, 3 BRPD officers

The community is reacting to videos released by the Baton Rouge Police Department that details an incident involving LSU wide receiver Koy Moore and three officers in November 2020.

Perry Robinson

Published April 6, 2021 at 10:53 PM

Louisiana leaders discuss the idea of a COVID-19 vaccine passport

A vaccine passport is a record of someone’s COVID-19 related health data. It can be digital, like a phone app, to show if someone has been vaccinated or recently tested negative for the virus

Perry Robinson

Published April 6, 2021 at 12:08 AM

CDC says people can safely travel again, tourism industry to benefit

The CDC updated its guidance to say fully vaccinated people can travel within the U.S. without getting tested for COVID-19 or going into quarantine afterward

Perry Robinson

Published April 2, 2021 at 10:59 PM

What will Easter Sunday look like in church this year?

There’s currently no capacity limit at churches, which paves the way for a more traditional Easter celebration. However, some churches are still taking precautions.

Perry Robinson

Published April 1, 2021 at 11:10 PM

Doctors urge people to stop double booking COVID vaccine appointments

Louisiana state leaders and health professionals are urging people to refrain from double booking COVID vaccine appointments.

Perry Robinson

Published March 31, 2021 at 10:46 PM

Could Louisiana universities require students to get the COVID vaccine?

Could colleges and universities force students to get the COVID vaccine?

Perry Robinson

Published March 30, 2021 at 9:45 PM

Comite River Diversion Canal project expected to be complete by December 2022

After years of countless roadblocks, the long-awaited Comite River Diversion Canal project is starting to pick up speed.

Perry Robinson

Published March 29, 2021 at 10:40 PM

Alleged victim of Derrius Guice claims Coach Orgeron contacted her to have Guice apologize

A 74-year-old woman who claims former LSU Football player Derrius Guice sexually harassed her at a high school football game in the Superdome back in Dec. 2017 told state lawmakers Friday that Coach Ed Orgeron called her after the fact hoping to earn her forgiveness.

Austin Kemker and Perry Robinson

Published March 26, 2021 at 3:38 PM

COVID-19 milestone: local hospitals report no new coronavirus patients

For the first time since the earliest part of the pandemic, Baton Rouge General, Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center, and Ochsner Medical Center had days where they had no new COVID-19 admissions.

Perry Robinson

Published March 25, 2021 at 10:57 PM

Can COVID-19 face masks help against seasonal allergies?

You’ve seen it on your car, the sidewalk, and on the road. Pollen season is upon us.

Perry Robinson

Published March 24, 2021 at 10:35 PM

Possible lodging expense reimbursement for winter storm

Were you displaced from your home during the winter storms in February?

Perry Robinson

Published March 23, 2021 at 9:27 PM

What’s next for sports betting in Louisiana?

In November 2020, 56 of Louisiana’s 64 parishes approved to legalize sports betting, but it’s one of four states where it’s still not operational. Officials say there are a few things that must happen first before it can move forward

Perry Robinson

Published March 22, 2021 at 11:14 PM

Grocery store workers finally eligible for vaccine after latest expansion

Grocery store employees are weighing in after Gov. John Bel Edwards’ announcement that they would become eligible to receive the vaccine

Perry Robinson

Published March 19, 2021 at 11:20 PM

CDC expected to reduce social distancing recommendations for schools

The CDC is expected to make an announcement Friday, March 19, revising the recommended distance between students. The potential decision would reduce the six feet social distancing guidance down to three feet.

Perry Robinson

Published March 18, 2021 at 10:51 PM

Baton Rouge housing market seeing low inventory, surplus of buyers

If you’re thinking about buying, selling, or even building a house, experts say now is the time to cash in.

Perry Robinson

Published March 16, 2021 at 10:37 PM

City-parish launches EBR emergency solutions site for rental assistance program

This digital website is designed to help the city-parish figure out how to properly distribute federal dollars to those in need

Perry Robinson

Published March 15, 2021 at 11:02 PM

Louisianians who aren’t eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine remain patient

Most Louisianians can get the COVID-19 vaccine but what about the people who can’t quite yet? Right now, the message is to remain patient and continue to follow safety guidelines.