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Louisiana First Circuit Court of Appeal judges overturned a Baton Rouge man's murder conviction Thursday.

Jason Chaisson Jr. was sentenced to two years in prison for two counts of negligent homicide and five counts of negligent injuring in connection with a deadly boating crash on the Tickfaw River in July 2024.

‘Books for Boots’ taking donations for military members; searching for new space. A nonprofit that gathers donations for military members is asking for help to find a new space. Updated: 20 hours ago. Click now to watch live news & weather. Sisters honor late sibling’s legacy by serving Baton...

MODESTE - One person died Saturday after a shooting outside a home along Louisiana Highway 405, the Ascension Parish Sheriff's Office said. APSO said based on preliminary information that the victim was fatally shot after an altercation around 5:30 p.m. APSO spokesperson Donovan Jackson confirmed the victim,...

BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - As the flood waters rose in Texas, Josh Gill was packing his bags to get there as soon as he could. It was the 118th disaster for him as the incident commander for the United Cajun Navy. They spent the last month in Texas digging through destruction to try and bring closure to some families.

Taste of history: Each month across our 20th year, 225 will revisit restaurants from our past coverage. From Capital Region classics and award-winners to trendsetters and hidden gems, these businesses have helped shape our dining culture. What makes an. LSU game-day legend?. A great beer selection? Sure. Proximity to...

BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - Emergency officials confirmed one person was injured after being hit by a vehicle on Friday, Aug. 1. The crash reportedly happened around noon on Geronimo Street. Officials said the pedestrian was taken to the hospital. It is unknown what condition that person is in. WAFB...

BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - For Brunetta Spears and her sister, Shevon, the word “family” means more than blood. “I made a promise to her that I would never let Total Perfection die,” Brunetta said. That promise was made to her baby sister, Susan Franklin, the founder...

BATON ROUGE, LA — Looking for a new date night idea or fun way to celebrate without breaking the bank? This Baton Rouge booze cruise is definitely being added to our bucket list, and the best part is you don't need your passport. A locally owned boat tour business,...

July was somehow hot and cold, bringing steaming bowls of noodle soups and chilly Italian ice to Baton Rouge. This month’s arrivals included international-inspired concepts like Noodle Bowl (serving Chinese-style hand-pulled noodles) and Starbox Falafel (with Arabic-inspired sandwiches, plates and salads), plus menus...