I was born and raised in Baton Rouge. My perspective of the city has...
There I was, kneeling on the cold concrete, watching the ribbon-cutting for a new casino opening. The manager of Bally's, Richard Cannon, hugged Wendie Green, a 31-year employee of the Belle, and the whole crowd erupted in cheers. Green cut the red ribbon with a giant grin. I got chills...
BRPD chief cancels upcoming academy, warns of historic staffing shortages
The Baton Rouge Police Department is experiencing its worst staffing shortage in department history.
Ethel woman killed, 1 injured in West Baton Rouge Parish crash
On December 28, a head-on crash in West Baton Rouge Parish resulted in the death of Tyesha Banford, 34, and serious injuries to the driver of the GMC Terrain, with impairment suspected to be a contributing factor.
Big Time Rush cancels Baton Rouge concert, refunds to be issued
Big Time Rush canceled several tour dates, including its Baton Rouge stop, to focus on their health, the band announced on social media Tuesday afternoon.
Louisiana ranks amongst the highest in the U.S for flu cases
BATON ROUGE - According to the CDC, five states in the US have the highest numbers of flu cases, including New York, New Jersey, South Carolina, Colorado, and Louisiana. "Since the last week of October, every week it seems like it's doubling, tripling, and this is no different. So we are having a large number of...
2 women accused of trying to smuggle drugs into Dixon Correctional Institute arrested
Two women who were visiting the Dixon Correctional Institute were arrested after allegedly trying to bring drugs into the facility.
Baton Rouge Police to increase presence for New Year’s Eve celebrations
BATON ROUGE - Ahead of New Year's Eve celebrations, security preparations are happening here in Baton Rouge to ensure everyone can ring in 2026 safely. "Our intelligence division has its eyes and ears open, following social media, programming, and messaging, and listening to any potential, possible calls that may...
U.S. Army Veteran drives a tank for his 90th birthday after a lifetime of...
BATON ROUGE - A U.S. Army Veteran is hopping back into what inspired him to serve the majority of his life. Harry Breaux served in the U.S. Army as a tank driver from 1958 to 1962 entering the war when he was 22 years old. His life of service did...
Man turned off power to building before stealing package, deputies say
WEST BATON ROUGE PARISH, La. (WAFB) - Your help is needed to identify a man who deputies said allegedly stole from a business in West Baton Rouge Parish. According to investigators, the theft happened around 11 p.m. on Tuesday, November 25, at a business along Lobdell Highway. Deputies said the...
Greg Biffle’s Fans Getting a Chance to Say Goodbye
Greg Biffle fans will have a chance to pay their respects during a public memorial scheduled for next month.
