Spencer Soicher

Reporter

Baton Rouge, La.

Spencer is from Denver, Colorado and spent many of his childhood nights in Mile High City newsrooms where his dad was a sportscaster. Since then, he's always known he wanted to work in television.

Spencer graduated from the University of Texas at Austin in 2019 with a degree in journalism. Hook 'em Horns!

During his time as a student at Texas, Spencer worked as an intern at KUSA in Denver, KUTV in Salt Lake City, and KVUE in Austin.

Education:

University of Texas at Austin: Journalism

Recent Articles by Spencer

Baton Rouge business offers community more chances to donate after hosting coat drive for kids

As it finally begins to look and feel like fall outside, members of the Baton Rouge community are stepping up to help others. The address to drop off coats at the Winnfield Funeral Homes is 7221 Plank Road.

Spencer Soicher

Published November 13, 2019 at 1:31 PM

The end of daylight saving time means it’s time to check your smoke alarm

As the end of daylight saving time has arrived, the Baton Rouge Fire Department and the American Red Cross say it’s time to check those smoke alarms.

Spencer Soicher

Published November 3, 2019 at 10:37 PM

WAFB hunts for the best Halloween costumes in Baton Rouge

WAFB’s Spencer Soicher spent the day finding Baton Rouge’s best costumes.

Spencer Soicher

Published October 31, 2019 at 8:00 PM

DA: BRPD officer will not be charged in 2017 shooting death of Calvin Toney

Calvin Toney was shot and killed during a DCFS investigation into potential child abuse.

Mykal Vincent and Spencer Soicher

Published October 30, 2019 at 4:23 PM

Prison reform group wants people released from jail faster after bail is posted

The East Baton Rouge Parish Prison Reform Coalition (EBRPPRC) is singing the praises of the new policy allowing faster processing for people who are arrested.

Spencer Soicher

Published October 28, 2019 at 6:48 PM

DOTD holds public meeting on I-10, I-12 flyover ramp

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) held a public meeting Thursday about the proposed construction of a flyover ramp from I-10 W and an exit ramp from I-12 W to College Drive.

Rachael Thomas and Spencer Soicher

Published October 24, 2019 at 7:26 PM

How safe is Baton Rouge tap water? Water company and environmental group disagree.

A new 2019 database report released Oct.22 by the national environmental non-profit, Environmental Working Group (EWG), says Baton Rouge tap water contains four different contaminants that are over EWG’s health guidelines, but well below federal limits (where applicable).

Spencer Soicher

Published October 23, 2019 at 7:32 PM

East Baton Rouge EMS has shortage in workers; unnecessary 911 calls partially to blame

There are about 200 paramedics on the East Baton Rouge EMS staff, but the organization says it has plenty of positions that need to be filled.

Spencer Soicher

Published October 22, 2019 at 7:45 PM

Sadie Roberts-Joseph honored with Unsung Hero Award

Sadie Roberts-Joseph possessed a smile that so many loved. Now, the goodness behind that smile is being appreciated and remembered.

Spencer Soicher

Published October 20, 2019 at 10:28 PM

18-year-old elected to Iberville Parish Council: ‘Some people were saying that I was too young, but most of the people believed in me’

When WAFB caught up with Raheem Pierce in March he was a senior at Plaquemine High School who was planning a run at the Iberville Parish Council.

Spencer Soicher

Published October 16, 2019 at 8:32 PM

Map on St. George website has boundaries going straight through homes

There are plenty of opinions on how the lines for St. George were drawn, but it’s got some spinning in circles more than others.

Spencer Soicher

Published October 15, 2019 at 5:09 PM

St. George residents sound off on incorporation

It's the first day for residents in newly incorporated St. George. Some say they are excited about the fresh start. Others say the uncertainty is taking its toll.

Spencer Soicher

Published October 14, 2019 at 12:46 AM

Benefit concert to help legendary Baton Rouge blues musician Henry Gray now in hospice care

Legendary Baton Rouge blues musician Henry Gray, 94, is now in hospice care, his family announced on the musician’s Facebook page.

Nick Gremillion and Spencer Soicher

Published October 10, 2019 at 6:33 PM

Both sides of St. George incorporation fight for every vote

Proponents and opponents of the incorporation of St. George had a last final push to inform and sway voters at a forum in front of the Republican Women of Baton Rouge.

Spencer Soicher

Published October 9, 2019 at 8:33 PM

Study: Deteriorated, congested roads cost Baton Rouge drivers over $2k yearly

A new study says poor road and bridge conditions are costing drivers thousands.

Mykal Vincent and Spencer Soicher

Published October 8, 2019 at 6:49 PM

Ascension Parish authorities and school officials launch anti-bullying campaign

Authorities and public school officials in Ascension Parish are working together to address 'acts of unkindness' in schools.

WAFB Staff and Spencer Soicher

Published October 7, 2019 at 11:03 AM

Baton Rouge school back in session following flu scare

A school in Baton Rouge will remain closed through Friday, Oct. 4 in order to safeguard students and staff from the flu.

Spencer Soicher

Published October 7, 2019 at 6:19 AM

Walk held in Baton Rouge for families of babies that passed in pregnancy or infancy

Woman’s Hospital has partnered with The Anna’s Grace Foundation in putting on "The Walk to Remember.” It’s a walk around the Independence park area of Baton Rouge for families of children that died during pregnancy or infancy.

Spencer Soicher

Published October 6, 2019 at 10:04 PM

Two new political ads have been released detailing alleged sexual harassment by a former high-ranking official in the administration of Governor John Bel Edwards.

Spencer Soicher

Published October 3, 2019 at 5:49 PM

Deputies investigating claim of cop impersonator pulling woman over near state line

A man driving a dark-tinted car dressed as a police officer allegedly pulled over a woman near the state line.

Spencer Soicher and Mykal Vincent

Published October 2, 2019 at 5:49 PM

The numbers are in: Early voter turnout is up

The early voting period for the 2019 Louisiana election has opened, and people from around the state have taken advantage of the opportunity to get their vote counted ahead of time.

Spencer Soicher

Published September 30, 2019 at 7:34 PM

Livingston community mourns daycare owner killed in shooting

A popular Livingston daycare is without its superhero. Carol Hutchinson, or as she called herself, Wonder Woman, was killed Saturday, Sept. 29, allegedly by a man that friends say was her boyfriend.

Spencer Soicher

Published September 29, 2019 at 9:55 PM

Baton Rouge pub being forced to change its name; the new one may surprise you

A Baton Rouge staple for soccer matches and British feel is getting a new name. The Londoner on S Sherwood Forest Boulevard is now being called That Pub on Sherwood, at least temporarily.

Spencer Soicher

Published September 24, 2019 at 8:17 PM

Family of woman with dementia who was tricked into withdrawing money speaks; man charged

Linda Gobert’s mother has dementia and she was tricked by a man who drove her to a bank to cash a $3,000 check.

Spencer Soicher

Published September 23, 2019 at 7:21 PM

Baton Rouge firefighter collecting supplies for Bahamas relief receives overwhelming amount of supplies

Jehu Poitier, the Baton Rouge firefighter and Bahamas native that began collecting donations to send back to victims of Hurricane Dorian has collected so many supplies, that he has too much to pack up on his own.

Spencer Soicher

Published September 22, 2019 at 10:32 PM

Members of Cajun Navy 2016 drop everything to help residents in southeast Texas

The Cajun Navy 2016 is in Beaumont with their boats to do search and rescue after Imelda’s rains brought widespread flooding to the area.

Spencer Soicher

Published September 19, 2019 at 7:35 PM

Why it was easy for the alleged suspects in video of brazen theft at the Mall of Louisiana

After the viral video showing a group of people apparently just walking out of a store in the Mall of Louisiana allegedly without paying for an arm full of clothes, plenty of people wondered, why did nobody stop them?

Spencer Soicher

Published September 18, 2019 at 7:50 PM

Video shows alleged shoplifting at Mall of Louisiana; investigation underway

An investigation is underway after a woman was seen draping pairs of jeans over her arms and walking out of a retail store.

Mykal Vincent and Spencer Soicher

Published September 17, 2019 at 10:17 AM

Text-ivism: How your phone number is ending up on political campaign texting lists

Text messages from strangers are the new way political candidates in Louisiana are trying to get ahold of voters. The practice has been dubbed “text-ivism.”

Spencer Soicher

Published September 17, 2019 at 9:28 AM

Clean out your freezer! Baton Rouge residents donate meat to the hungry

The beef in the back of your freezer that keeps accumulating “snow” may still be good. And, if it is, someone could probably use it. On Sunday, Sept. 15 in Baton Rouge, Hunters for the Hungry was collecting meat from all over to give to those in need.

Spencer Soicher

Published September 15, 2019 at 9:51 PM

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