Baton Rouge woman sentenced to 25 years after pleading guilty in Tigerland shooting death
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - A woman was sentenced Thursday, Aug. 20, to 25 years in prison for manslaughter in connection with a fatal shooting in the Tigerland area in 2024. Angelique Chatman was sentenced by Judge Donald Johnson in the 19th Judicial District Court in the death of Sirena Franklin, 39.
LaMont Cole challenges legality of grand jury that indicted him, other Baton Rouge officials
Two weeks after he was indicted on corruption charges, former Baton Rouge Metro Council member and current school superintendent LaMont Cole argued in court filings Friday that Attorney General Liz Murrill’s office was misrepresenting his text messages to make it seem he was taking bribes. “The attorney general’s offic
SEVERE T-STORM WATCH until 8pm for Metro Baton Rouge, areas north
A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH has been issued until 8:00 PM Friday for parishes and counties north of I-12, including the city of Baton Rouge. A Severe Thunderstorm Watch means conditions are favorable for severe thunderstorms in and close to the watch area. Be alert to threatening weather conditions and listen for later
Baton Rouge man dies after hit-and-run; driver never had a license
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - A 23-year-old Baton Rouge man has died after spending several days in the ICU following a hit-and-run. Police say the woman accused of hitting Destin Pickett had never had a driver’s license. Family says he was headed to work. Destin Pickett was on his...
Southern University’s Human Jukebox stars in Gap denim campaign
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) — Southern University’s Human Jukebox Marching Band can add another role to its extensive resume: Gap models. Gap posted YouTube and Instagram ads featuring the Human Jukebox in dark Gap denim playing “Dancing on My Own” by Robyn, putting a new lens on the track.
St. George Fire: Firefighter taken to hospital after working fire on Mendocino Way
ST. GEORGE - A firefighter was taken to the hospital after experiencing a "medical emergency" while working a house fie on Mendocino Way, the St. George Fire Department said. Officials said the fire took place Wednesday at around 5:37 p.m.; firefighters arrived and say heavy fire showing from the front of the home and
After 68 years, Dearman’s Diner opens second, experimental location in Baton Rouge. See where.
Dearman’s Diner first opened in 1958 at 7633 Jefferson Highway in Baton Rouge serving burgers, hot dogs, fries, shakes and more, but now patrons can get a taste of something new: Dearman’s South, a second, experimental location. Currently soft-opened, the new location on the patio at Brickyard South...
HBCU Marching Band Stars in Major National Denim Campaign
Southern University’s Human Jukebox has transformed a pop hit and its signature band uniforms for a starring role in Gap’s latest national denim campaign. The post HBCU Marching Band Stars in Major National Denim Campaign appeared first on HBCU Gameday .
Episcopal sophomore crowned Miss Louisiana Teen USA
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - Episcopal School of Baton Rouge sophomore Kadie Sumbler has been crowned Miss Louisiana Teen USA. Sumbler will represent Louisiana at the Miss Teen USA competition, set for Wednesday, Aug. 26, in Miami, Florida. The pageant will air nationally on The CW. The Episcopal community is...
Severe Thunderstorm Watch until 8PM Friday
NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) – A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is now in effect for parts of southeast Louisiana and southern Mississippi as thunderstorms become increasingly likely this afternoon. The watch includes areas north of Interstate 12, including Baton Rouge, as well as portions of the Northshore and south Mississippi. The
