Baton Rouge LA

A 47-year-old man from Citrus Springs, Florida was killed in a single-vehicle crash on I-10 East near milepost 150 on July 18, after veering off the road and striking a cable barrier.

Today, Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. inducted John K. Pierre, Chancellor of Southern University and A&M College, as an Honorary Member during its 2025 International Conclave in Tampa, Florida. The recognition honors decades of leadership in legal education, public service, and community advancement. A Southern...

BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - Scattered showers and storms are expected today, but rain chances trend lower, and heat builds to start the work week. A warm and mainly dry morning will give way to scattered showers and t-storms in the afternoon, and highs will climb to the low 90s.

Crime stopper rewards: the process of getting paid for anonymous tips. The Crimestoppers tip system has solved thousands of crimes across the nation and here in South Louisiana. Fundraiser tomorrow for BRPD officer who was intentionally attacked. Updated: 17 hours ago. It’s tough to find a dry eye at Locals...

“Roar into EBR” is still roaring this weekend! There’s no better time to enroll in EBR Schools than this Saturday, July 19, at BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo from 9 a.m. to noon. – Free zoo admission for the whole family. – Prize giveaways. – Paint your face...

BATON ROUGE — Baton Rouge Restaurant Week is back with over 50 restaurants from St. Francisville to Donaldsonville. Restaurant Week is a bi-annual event hosted by Dig Baton Rouge in which participating local eateries offer fixed multi-course menus at a discounted price. Dig Baton Rouge started the event as...

Two people were injured after their vehicles burst into flames on I-12 West Friday morning.

BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - Emergency crews responded to a serious crash at the intersection of Jefferson Highway and Lobdell Avenue. Officials say three people were transported to the hospital in stable condition. WAFB has reached out to law enforcement for more information. This is a developing story.

A juvenile passenger was seriously injured in a 4-wheeler crash in Addis, Louisiana, and the investigation is ongoing.

Southern University officials have expelled the Beta Sigma Chapter of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity after the hazing death of 20-year-old student Caleb Wilson. RELATED: Boosie Considers Canceling Annual Boosie Bash In Louisiana After Caleb Wilson’s Family And Attorney General Liz Murrill Threatens Legal Action Over...