Thursday AM Forecast: Near-record highs before a weekend reset
The pattern of morning fog and very warm afternoons will continue through Friday. Changes arrive for the weekend as a front drops temperatures and humidity. Today & Tonight: Fog will have the opportunity to be a bit more widespread this morning, but it will not be everywhere. Places around Baton Rouge and to the...
Adams County Fugitive Arrested in Baton Rouge
One of Adams County’s most wanted fugitives, Dionntae Dishta, was captured on March 26, 2026, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana by the East Baton Rouge Sheriff’s Office. Dishta faces multiple charges in Louisiana, including:
Baton Rouge community rallies around TSA workers facing second missed paycheck
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - TSA agents at the Baton Rouge airport are facing their second missed paycheck, but despite the financial strain, they are still showing up to work. “Operations have been normal since the shutdown has started. That’s really a testament to our local TSA professionals continuing to show up to...
Religion Briefs: Communion service at Berean Seventh-day Adventist Church
Berean Seventh-day Adventist Church, worshiping at 5100 Osborne Ave., Baton Rouge, will observe Communion (The Lord’s Supper) during the 11 a.m. service on Saturday, April 4. The Ordinance of Humility (foot washing) will precede the service. Communion is open to all who have been baptized by immersion. The church’s...
Two from LPSO Receive Heart of Law Enforcement Awards
Two members of the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office were recently recognized at a statewide award ceremony. Sergeant Todd Prevost and Deputy Wendy Plaisance were honored with Heart of Law Enforcement Awards, presented by the Beyond the Badge organization, in a ceremony in Baton Rouge. A total of 13 officers from...
🏭 East Baton Rouge Parish Manufacturing Jobs – Multiple Openings
East Baton Rouge Parish has some solid opportunities right now for folks who like hands-on work and steady hours. From warehouse roles to mechanical supervision, these full-time jobs come with good benefits and room to grow.
Construction starts Monday on Basin Bridge, expected to last until May
ST. MARTIN PARISH, La. (KLFY) — Motorists traveling to and from Baton Rouge at night may experience greater than usual delays soon. The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development has announced construction will begin Monday on a $1.05 million roadway improvement project along the I-10 Atchafalaya Basin...
East Baton Rouge Kite Fest takes flight this weekend
The Third Annual East Baton Rouge Kite Fest is set to take place on Saturday, March 28, at Harvey/Vey Park, hosted by the Gardere Initiative, and will feature kite flying, easter egg hunting, music, and food.
Students at Tara High School given new suits
BATON ROUGE — Several students at Tara High School went home with new, custom-fitted suits on Thursday. The suits were part of the Evolution Club's "Dress for Success" initiative, a partnership with Men's Warehouse designed to help students prepare for college and other future career opportunities. The nonprofit...
Weather pattern change over the weekend
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - Get ready for a weather pattern change this weekend. Some will be good, others not so good. A cold front tonight will help deliver some changes to our weather pattern. Since the front will be arriving tonight, today will remain warmer than normal with highs in the mid 80°s.

















