WBR Sheriff’s Office investigating after threatening note found at Port Allen High School
The West Baton Rouge Sheriff's Office is investigating after a threatening note was found in a bathroom at Port Allen High School on Thursday. Sgt. Landon Groger confirmed there will be additional law enforcement presence at the school Friday.
Former Ole Miss, LSU running back Logan Diggs begins coaching career at Woodlawn
When Logan Diggs looked back on his college career, he didn't expect his journey would include stops at Notre Dame, LSU and Ole Miss. One thing Diggs did know was that he always wanted to become a coach. The Boutte native and former Rummel running back is back in his home state to do just that.
Days are about to get way shorter in September: How much daylight Baton Rouge...
The calendars have officially flipped to September, which means fall is basically upon us, bringing the prospect of cooler temperatures, changing leaves, and, unfortunately, shorter days.
Public can see Relic of St. John Paul II in Louisiana. See when, where
Four churches in three parishes will host the relic of St. John Paul II this month. See when, where.
St. George man wanted by deputies after allegedly falling on woman using a slot...
A St. George man allegedly knocked over an elderly woman sitting at a slot machine while brawling with another man on the L’Auberge Casino floor, sheriff's deputies said. Joshua Guillot, 38, is wanted by the East Baton Rouge Sheriff’s Office for a count each of disturbing the peace by fistic encounter and negligent inj
Exonerated man, wife return from trip funded by community donations
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - After nearly 46 years behind bars for a crime he did not commit, Wilbert Jones and his wife have returned from California, a trip funded by a generous community. Wilbert and Mary Jones said the time spent was a blessing in more ways than one.
Two area high schools reported fights this week, sending students to the hospital
WATSON — Two fights at area high schools in the same week led to arrests and at least one student being sent to the hospital, even as national data shows school violence is on a decline. A viewer shared a fight video with WBRZ after a brawl at East...
One man shot near N. 19th and Walnut streets
BATON ROUGE — Baton Rouge Police responded to a shooting near the intersection of N. 19th and Walnut streets on Thursday afternoon. A police spokesman says there is one male victim with a gunshot wound to the neck. At this time, his injuries appear non-life threatening, he says. This...
Emeril’s Chop House Arrives at L’Auberge Baton Rouge
L’Auberge Casino & Hotel Baton Rouge is elevating its dining scene. The popular venue 18 Steak is officially transforming into Emeril’s Chop House. Head Chef Brendan Rufty recently shared exciting details about this high-end culinary update. Bold Gulf Flavors Meet Prime Steaks. Emeril’s Chop House combines steakhouse t
Bank teller accused of stealing thousands of dollars from account in West Baton Rouge...
The Brusly Police Department is looking for other possible victims in a theft case involving a bank teller.
