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News

SMART LIVING: Transitioning from stay-at-home mom to full-time-job mom

Updated: 16 minutes ago
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By Julie Marks and Roque Correa
Returning to the workforce can be challenging for stay-at-home moms, but there are some ways to make the transition seamless.

News

CATS bus passes for veterans announced

CATS bus passes announced for veterans

Updated: 42 minutes ago
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By WAFB Staff
Officials announced a new initiative on Monday, September 25, that will offer thousands of CATS bus passes to veterans.

Forecast

Weekend forecast for Saturday, Sept. 23 and Sunday, Sept. 24.

Scattered storms to provide much needed rain

Updated: 1 hour ago
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By Jeff Morrow
Decent rain chances will be in the forecast over the next few days. Daily rain chances of 30-50% will occur Monday through Thursday.

LSU

LSU quarterback Jayden Daniels (5)

LSU QB Jayden Daniels named SEC Co-Offensive Player of the Week

Updated: 1 hour ago
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By Bria Gremillion
The senior led LSU to points on its final 6 possessions of the game with 4 touchdowns and 2 field goals.

News

St. Bernard Parish is preparing to need millions of gallons of water each day, as a saltwater...

Mississippi River saltwater intrusion will not impact Baton Rouge drinking water

Updated: 2 hours ago
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By WAFB Staff
Officials are easing the fears of Baton Rouge residents who may be concerned about the intrusion of saltwater from the Gulf of Mexico into the Mississippi River.

Crime

Juvenile arrested following bomb threat at Denham Springs Freshman High School

Updated: 3 hours ago
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By WAFB Staff
A juvenile was arrested following a bomb threat at Denham Springs Freshman High School, according to the Denham Springs Police Department.

National

FILE - Meredith Stiehm, president of the Writers Guild of America West, pickets outside...

Writers’ union reaches tentative deal with Hollywood studios to end historic strike

Updated: 4 hours ago
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By The Associated Press
The three-year contract agreement must be approved by the guild’s board and members before the strike officially ends.

News

Community members were invited to attend the Angel C. Reese Foundation’s back-to-school...

‘This is my second home:’ Angel C. Reese Foundation, EBR officials host back-to-school block party

Updated: 4 hours ago
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By WAFB Staff
Community members were invited to attend the Angel C. Reese Foundation’s back-to-school giveback block party on Sunday afternoon, Sept. 24.

News

CONSUMER REPORTS: The dangers of water bead toys

CONSUMER REPORTS: The dangers of water bead toys

Updated: 5 hours ago
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By WAFB Staff
Water beads start out tiny, but grow dramatically in water - and that can be dangerous if babies or toddlers accidentally eat them, put them in their ears or nose, or even inhale them.

News

Power outage

Power restored on LSU’s campus, classes to resume Monday morning

Updated: 6 hours ago
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By WAFB Staff
LSU announced classes will resume at 10:30 a.m. Monday, Sept. 25 after a power outage caused the university to delay class start times.
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Community

Families, community to honor 2023 homicide victims during vigil

Updated: 6 hours ago
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By WAFB Staff
It’s happening from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Expressway Park.

News

Learn about the latest on the new Mississippi River bridge Sept. 25

Updated: 7 hours ago
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By Cali Hubbard
The three possibilities remain in Iberville Parish.

News

Mayor Broome invites EBR residents to connect, learn about their community

Updated: 7 hours ago
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By WAFB Staff
It’s happening from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Pride-Chaneyville Branch Library.

Forecast

Good rain chances to start the week

Updated: 8 hours ago
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By Steve Caparotta
Today’s chances are posted at 60%-70% and around 50% on Tuesday.

News

Apply for the Salvation Army’s Angel Tree program

Updated: 8 hours ago
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By WAFB Staff
The Salvation Army of Baton Rouge is accepting applications for the 2023 Angel Tree program.

News

Flash flood warning issued for Hammond area

Updated: 8 hours ago
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By FOX 8 Staff
The National Weather Service has issued a flash flood warning for Monday (Sept. 25) morning.

News

YOUR HEALTH: Statin alternative to lower cholesterol

Updated: 10 hours ago
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By Adahlia Thomas, Adahlia Thomas and Roque Correa
According to the CDC, about two in every five Americans struggle with high cholesterol.

News

St. Amant Volunteer firefighters host BBQ fundraiser to help buy new equipment to fight wildfires

Updated: 16 hours ago
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By Lester Duhé
The St. Amant Volunteer Fire Department had a great turnout Sunday, September 24 for its BBQ Fundraiser.

News

Flying out of Baton Rouge Metro Airport? A therapy dog may greet you.

Updated: Sep. 24, 2023 at 9:28 AM CDT
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By Bria Gremillion
Five volunteers and seven “airport dogs” have been approved to visit passengers and staff on the concourse.

Crime

Man arrested following shooting at hotel on Rieger Road, authorities say

Updated: Sep. 24, 2023 at 9:24 AM CDT
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By WAFB Staff
A man was arrested following a shooting at a hotel on Saturday, September 23, that left one person injured, authorities said.

National

Powerball jackpot reaches $785 million after no one wins Saturday

Updated: Sep. 23, 2023 at 11:13 PM CDT
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By Gray News staff
The odds of winning the jackpot are 1 in 292.2 million.

News

Gold Star Families gather for memorial service outside state Capitol

Updated: Sep. 23, 2023 at 10:12 PM CDT
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By Chris Rosato
In the words of some of the mothers, it’s a club you never want to become a member of.

National

With House Republicans in turmoil, colleagues implore GOP holdouts not to shut down government

Updated: Sep. 23, 2023 at 8:58 PM CDT
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By The Associated Press
Working furiously to take control of a House in disarray, allies of Speaker Kevin McCarthy implored their Republican colleagues Saturday to drop their hardline tactics and work together to approve a conservative spending plan to prevent a federal shutdown.

National

The federal government is headed into a shutdown. What does it mean, who’s hit and what’s next?

Updated: Sep. 23, 2023 at 11:38 AM CDT
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By The Associated Press
A look at what’s ahead if the government shuts down on Oct. 1.

News

Officials remind public about voter registration deadline ahead of gubernatorial election

Updated: Sep. 23, 2023 at 11:36 AM CDT
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By WAFB Staff
Officials are reminding members of the public that Saturday, September 23, is the deadline to register to vote online through GeauxVote.com.

News

Slidell man arrested after New Orleans driver killed in crash on Highway 11 bridge

Updated: Sep. 23, 2023 at 8:32 AM CDT
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By FOX 8 Staff
An accident occurred on the U.S. Hwy 11 bridge in St. Tammany Parish, resulting in the death of a New Orleans man early Saturday morning, according to police.

Health

Ochsner hosting flu shot fair Saturday throughout BR area

Updated: Sep. 23, 2023 at 7:20 AM CDT
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By Michael Simoneaux
Ochsner Health is hosting several flu shot events throughout the Baton Rouge area on Saturday, September 23.

News

LDWF invites community to celebrate hunting and fishing day

Updated: Sep. 23, 2023 at 6:56 AM CDT
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By WAFB Staff
The La. Department of Wildlife and Fisheries is celebrating National Hunting and Fishing Day by hosting a family-friendly event on Saturday, Sept. 23.

Health

Woman’s Hospital plans to open mental health unit for pregnant and postpartum women

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 10:08 PM CDT
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By Perry Robinson
Louisiana’s first inpatient mental health unit dedicated only to pregnant and postpartum women is set to open at Woman’s Hospital.

I-TEAM

I-TEAM: Lawsuit alleges BRPD chief applicant has personal connection to suspended unit

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 6:25 PM CDT
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By Scottie Hunter
As two separate investigations into the Brave Cave unfold, both administrative and criminal, and the FBI has officially opened a federal investigation to sort out what happened inside the walls of the facility, Mayor Sharon Weston Broome has another big item on her plate - hiring a new police chief.

I-TEAM

I-TEAM: Legal analyst questions if former officer was adequately charged in battery case

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 6:16 PM CDT
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By Scottie Hunter
Troy Lawrence, Jr., the former Baton Rouge Police officer who resigned amid a flood of allegations of misconduct was arrested Wednesday, September 20, 2023 and charged with simple battery.

News

Pointe Coupee Parish sees increase in fentanyl related overdoses

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 5:31 PM CDT
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By Alece Courville
Pointe Coupee Parish is seeing an uptick in fentanyl related deaths and overdoses.

News

TIMELINE: Saltwater wedge could reach New Orleans by late October

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 5:23 PM CDT
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By FOX 8 Staff
Drought-induced low water levels in the Mississippi River are leading to saltwater intrusion, jeopardizing the drinking water for Louisiana residents.

News

Ongoing construction won’t impact traffic on game days

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 4:46 PM CDT
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By Gabriella Mercurio
Thousands of people are expected to make their way to Tiger Stadium for the LSU football game Saturday night, but is construction on Nicholson Drive going to be a roadblock?

News

Entergy Louisiana no longer taking applications for $200 bill credit, officials say

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 2:12 PM CDT
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By WAFB Staff
Entergy Louisiana is no longer accepting applications from customers for the $200 bill credit.

State

Gubernatorial front-runner Jeff Landry will not attend Gray TV debate

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 1:07 PM CDT
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By FOX 8 Staff
Gray TV will host its gubernatorial debate on Tues., Sep. 26 at the University of New Orleans.

News

Officials remove helicopter stuck underneath overpass; all lanes back open

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 10:41 AM CDT
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By WAFB Staff
Police confirmed the load was too tall and the helicopter engine hit the overpass.

News

WAFB Sports Director Steve Schneider announces retirement

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 10:23 AM CDT
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By WAFB Staff
Longtime Sports Director Steve Schneider has announced he will retire from WAFB next month after spending more than 40 years at the station.

News

State fire marshal K-9 with ‘nose for wildfire arson’ retires

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 10:14 AM CDT
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By WAFB Staff
Pablo, a 7-year-old German Shepherd who joined the SFM in 2017, officially retires from service on Friday, Sept. 22.

News

Officials offering $15K reward for arson information on large wildfires in La.

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 9:59 AM CDT
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By WAFB Staff
The Louisiana Forestry Association (LFA) is offering a cash reward of up to $15,000 for information that leads to the arrest and conviction of the person(s) responsible for starting any of these fires

Health

YOUR HEALTH: Health coach: Someone in your corner

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 9:44 AM CDT
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By Jennifer Winter, Joe Alexander-Short and Roque Correa
A Seattle area hospital has taken the concept to the next level by introducing community and wellness to its patients who have chronic conditions.

National

Apple again issues ‘important security updates’ for iPhone

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 7:41 AM CDT
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By Gray News staff
The security flaws “may have been actively exploited."

News

Consumer Reports’ guide to leasing a car

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 7:26 AM CDT
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By WAFB Staff
Buying a new car is EXPENSIVE, with the average price of a new car being over $ 48,000 dollars!

Community

Baker family wellness expo to focus on keeping you healthy

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 7:21 AM CDT
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By Bria Gremillion
There will be a DJ, face painting, a petting zoo, and inflatable obstacle courses for kids to enjoy.

News

Ready to party? Live After 5 is this Friday in downtown BR

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 6:37 AM CDT
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By Bria Gremillion
Get ready to dance, drink, eat, and shop during this free community event. Lawn chairs and blankets are welcome.

Elections

Officials remind public about voter registration deadlines

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 6:24 AM CDT
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By WAFB Staff
Louisiana voters are being reminded about upcoming voter registration deadlines.

Community

SU Ag Center to participate in Community Garden Day

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 6:10 AM CDT
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By Bria Gremillion
The event will be held at the church’s community garden located at 3601 Thomas Rd., in Baton Rouge.

News

Surviving victim of deadly shooting at Port Allen High football game weighs in on new security measures

Updated: Sep. 21, 2023 at 11:01 PM CDT
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By Perry Robinson
The victim from this month’s deadly shooting at a Port Allen High School football game weighed in on the district’s new security measures.

News

Judge holds ankle monitoring company responsible for faulty GPS tracking devices

Updated: Sep. 21, 2023 at 6:55 PM CDT
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By Miranda Thomas
A judge revoked the bond for a teenager who investigators believe could be connected to the murder of 3-year-old Devin Page.

News

APSO sergeant receives award of excellence during annual Crime Stoppers banquet

Updated: Sep. 21, 2023 at 6:49 PM CDT
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By Rian Chatman
An Ascension Parish Sheriff’s Office sergeant received an award of excellence during the annual Crime Stoppers Banquet on Thursday, September 21.
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