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BATON ROUGE — Sources told the WBRZ Investigative Unit that the Baton Rouge Police Department executed a search warrant at 50-year-old Maurice Parms' residence on Saturday in connection with the disappearance of 15-year-old Ja'Derrius Minniweather. A large police presence was outside Parms' home as neighbors gathered a

A Baton Rouge skate shop is gaining national attention through a collaboration with Nike that pays tribute to one of the Capital City’s most recognizable local businesses.

BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - Baton Rouge police announced Saturday, June 20, that missing 15-year-old Ja’Derrius Minnieweather is dead and that 50-year-old Maurice Parms has been arrested in connection with his death. Parms was taken into custody June 20, 2026, and is accused of First-Degree Murder, according to the...

BREC and local leaders have announced plans for new recreation projects in Baker, including a new ballfield complex at Baker Park and improvements to South Magnolia Park and Greenwood Community Park.

BATON ROUGE - Companion Animal Alliance is temporarily suspending dog adoptions and limiting dog intake due to cases of canine distemper, the organization said Friday. Canine distemper is a highly contagious viral disease that affects dogs and certain wildlife species. The veterinary team has implemented enhanced disea

BATON ROUGE - The rebuild continues as the Independence Tigers enter year two of the Sam Messina era. Year one was a difficult one as the Tigers finished 2-8 after going 1-9 in 2024. On the bright side for the Tigers, Independence returns six starters on both sides of the...

Below is Ascension Sheriff’s arrest report for the week of June 11-18: Jauvon Cook, 22, 43523 Hwy 621, Gonzales was charged w/ Probation Violation, and arrested pursuant to a bench warrant;. Russell Simpson, 42, 37129 Easley Melancon Rd, Prairieville was charged w/ (2 counts) Distribution or PWITD [Methamphetamine, and

Opened in 2022, Elisa’s Cuban Coffee and Kitchen food truck has been a Baton Rouge staple, providing fresh coffee, Cuban sandwiches and more to downtown residents. Just last month, however, the people behind Elisa’s decided to expand their services to 2627 S. Sherwood Forest Blvd. with a full-service restaurant.

Music, food, family fun, and a celebration of freedom will take center stage as the 2nd Annual Juneteenth Jubilee Festival returns to Baton Rouge this weekend.

The Central Police Department is seeking public assistance in identifying two individuals who allegedly left an Aldi grocery store without paying for nearly $200 worth of items.