With many headed out to watch the National Championship game, we wanted to take a moment to remind you to be aware of your surroundings and follow these tips when using any rideshare service.

Whether you root for Southern, Southeastern, the Saints or LSU, it’s a great week to be a football fan in Louisiana.

The Louisiana Department of Health confirmed the first death linked to a vaping-associated lung injury in the state.

Did you have a little more pep in your step coming back to work this week? I know we did.

We want to recognize people who lovingly care for elderly and ill friends and family.

Did you check your smoke detectors this weekend? Now that Daylight saving time has ended, the Baton Rouge Fire Department and the American Red Cross say it’s time to check those smoke alarms.

Our Beat Bama Blood Drive kicks off Saturday and we are ready to roll all over the Crimson Tide!

Keep your littlest ghouls and goblins safe this Halloween!

Congratulations are in order for the newest Miss Louisiana.

WAFB is going Pink for a Day to support breast cancer research.

The issue of online or cyberbullying is only becoming more prevalent. So what can we do?

As of last Saturday, the brand new Our Lady of the Lake Children’s hospital is up and running.

The internet has fallen in love with two brothers who are very passionate about Krispy Kreme.

Despite hearing or seeing our reporters in political advertisements, WAFB does not endorse any political candidate or issue.

The people of Louisiana are stepping up to help out our friends in need - as we always do.

Debra is hoping to bring awareness to remind us as responsible adults that we must be on top of this matter called bullying.

Flu season is almost upon us which means now is the time to prepare.

A shelter dog helped police bust a Slidell man with 4 kg of heroin.

Two Georgia Southern fans, Danny and Julie Hagan, lost their lives while traveling home from the LSU game.

Officials released a variety of gun violence PSAs this week.

It’s tremendous to see the spirit of Louisiana on full display as teams from our area head to the coast to help with hurricane Dorian relief efforts.

Thank you for the hard work your do every day.

What a proud moment for our state!

This week, we pause to honor the extraordinary lives of two outstanding women in our community

Discussions happened this week that could speed up the cleanup process more than a month after Hurricane Barry lashed the southeastern Louisiana coast.

We want to thank you for helping us reach our goal of 20,000 uniforms!

EnVision Youth Ministry of Iberville Christian Center went into the two public schools in the city of St. Gabriel Wednesday and passed out custom drawstring bags filled with school supplies.

There are many calls for congress or our political leaders to “do something”- and while they should - is that really our best bet?

A new law going into effect Thursday aims to curb that trend and get your most precious cargo from point a to point b safely.

As we gear up for the start of a new school year, we want to remind you of a drive that is near and dear to our hearts.

In the wake of Hurricane Barry, what did we learn?

Things like the latest product recalls, health alerts, safety tips and warnings are very important to us. And it’s very important to us that this information be accurate and easy to find.

As we track potential developments in the Gulf of Mexico this week, now is the time for you and your family to prepare.

Todd Graves, the founder and CEO of Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers, has been named one of the top CEOs in the country

With the temperatures rising, we wanted to take a minute and remind you to be safe with your children and your pets.

WAFB is returning to the daily tradition of playing the national anthem at the sign-off of each broadcast day.

We would like to take a minute to honor the life and legacy of Leah Chase, the legendary New Orleans chef.

Parish officials say a new roundabout in Livingston Parish is all about safety, but some of you aren't buying it.

Now is the time to make sure you and your family are ready for any storms that might head our way.

With Memorial Day being right around the corner, everyone is gearing up to celebrate with many planning to go on a picnic, barbecue or a road trip.