Waterways in Ascension, Livingston Parishes closing to recreational traffic due to rising water levels
LIVINGSTON PARISH, La. (WAFB) - Waterways in Ascension and Livingston Parish are closed to recreational traffic due to rising water levels. Leaders in both parishes made the announcement on Sunday, October 5, and said the emergency closures took effect at noon. In Livingston Parish, the Amite River and Diversion...
Teen dead after shooting on Scenic Highway in Baton Rouge, police say
The Baton Rouge Police Department is investigating the fatal shooting of 17-year-old Micah Booker on Saturday night.
The Massive Thrift Store In Louisiana Where $45 Goes A Seriously Long Way
In Baton Rouge, there’s a purple paradise of pre-loved treasures where your wallet stays as happy as a crawfish at a family reunion. The Purple Cow isn’t just another thrift store – it’s a sprawling wonderland where savvy shoppers can transform two Andrew Jacksons and a Lincoln into a complete wardrobe revolution.
Man arrested by EBR deputies allegedly stole over $11,000 after stealing woman’s identity
BATON ROUGE - A Jefferson Parish resident was arrested by East Baton Rouge Parish deputies after he was suspected of using a woman's identity to steal over $11,000 directly from her bank account. After discovering three suspicious transactions to her account, a Region's Bank representative reportedly informed her...
Neighbors rescue two people in Central house fire
Group hosting event as call to action for young people struggling to find their way. A group is hosting an event in Ascension Parish as a call to action for young people struggling to find their way. La. Art and Science Museum invites visitors to enjoy several events, exhibits. Updated:...
Teenage electric scooter thief arrested after taking multiple shots at victim, grazing them
A Baton Rouge man was arrested Wednesday after allegedly stealing an electric scooter from another person and then shooting at them multiple times, grazing them. Jamal McKenzie, 17, was arrested Wednesday by Baton Rouge police on a count each of armed robbery and attempted first-degree murder. McKenzie allegedly...
St. James Parish deputies working to ID body found in canal
Thompson now faces charges of first-degree murder, four counts of attempted first-degree murder, and illegal use of weapons or dangerous instrumentalities. Man shot and killed on Plank Road Saturday morning, police say. Updated: 6 hours ago. Police are investigating a shooting that left a man dead in Baton Rouge...
Denham Springs man hit, killed after getting out of vehicle on interstate
PRAIRIEVILLE - A Denham Springs man was killed after getting out of his car on the interstate early Sunday morning. Investigators said that Jesse Diaz, 23, of Denham Springs, stopped in the left lane on I-10 and exited the vehicle. Moments later, a second vehicle traveling in the left lane struck the rear of Diaz's...
Family-owned grocery store open for nearly 90 years due to neighboring support
BATON ROUGE— A Black-owned grocery store that's been open for nearly 90 years in the Valley Park neighborhood is still serving its community. Owen's Grocery Market and Deli was established as a grocery store in 1938, founded by David and Emma Owens, for residents of the neighborhood. Owner and...
Cash payments to no longer be accepted by La. Department of Revenue
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - The days of paying state taxes in cash are ending in Louisiana. The Louisiana Department of Revenue (LDR) announced its Baton Rouge office will stop accepting cash payments, effective Nov. 1. From that day forward, the office will only accept checks, credit cards, debit cards, and money...
