Schools announce schedule changes ahead of severe weather
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - At least one school district in the capital region will have a change in schedule due to the forecast of severe weather and heavy rainfall. Iberville Parish School System announced all Iberville Parish public schools will dismiss 30 minutes early on Tuesday, May 6. If weather conditions...
LATEST: River flooding levels and forecasts
The National Weather Service has issued a RIVER FLOOD WARNING for the Mississippi River at Red River Landing, Baton Rouge and Donaldsonville, as well as the Atchafalaya River at Morgan City. This flooding is due to runoff from flooding rains up north a few weeks ago, and is separate from heavy rain caused by local...
Where to find sandbags in the Baton Rouge area ahead of heavy rain
Local Louisiana weather forecasts predict heavy rains beginning Tuesday night could produce flash flooding in the Baton Rouge area. The Baton Rouge area will be under a flood watch from 7 p.m. Tuesday night until 7 p.m. Thursday night, according to the National Weather Service. Here's where residents in East...
Graduation ceremonies for high schools and colleges in, near Baton Rouge
Congratulations to all the graduates! 🎓🎉 Here's what to know about graduation ceremonies in the Baton Rouge area.
A Baton Rouge Wing Chain is Continuing Its Imperious Growth
Empire Wingz continues to roll out new locations
Zachary company treats city employees to crawfish
On April 30, Thornton, Musso & Bellemin hosted its annual crawfish boil to show appreciation for city of Zachary employees. Mayor David McDavid thanked the TMB team for its support and service to the community. Thornton, Musso & Bellemin, water treatment consultants headquartered in Zachary, works to deliver clean,...
1 hurt in shooting early Tuesday morning, officials say
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - Emergency officials confirmed one person is hurt after a shooting off Highland Road early Tuesday morning, May 6. The shooting happened around 3 a.m. on Taft Street in Baton Rouge. According to the Baton Rouge Police Department, the suspected shooter was on scene and taken...
School closings in Baton Rouge pose challenge for neighborhoods
When the current school year ends on May 23, nine public schools in Baton Rouge will cease operations and, in the process, five school buildings will become vacant. These newly vacant facilities, emptied thanks to a vote last week by the East Baton Rouge Parish School Board, join at least five other vacant school...
Real ID compliance deadline approaching
Emergency officials confirmed one person is hurt after a shooting early Tuesday morning, May 6. Grab your rain gear. Storms expected to move through the area later today. Louisiana residents without a Real ID or an accepted alternate ID will be stopped for further questioning in security lines at airports.
Noah James | Baton Rouge artist’s dream comes true with major record deal
BATON ROUGE – For local musician Noah James, a lifelong dream has become reality. After years of dedication, perseverance, and an unexpected social media breakthrough, he has officially signed with Santa Anna Records, a label under Sony Music. James’ journey in music began at an early age, deeply influenced...
