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Updated: 9 hours ago
|By Gabby Killett
Teen killed, three tourists injured in shooting that outraged community
Updated: 10 hours ago
|By Liam Combs and Michael Simoneaux
As talk grows louder about Congresswoman Julia Letlow potentially launching a run for the U.S. Senate, Governor Jeff Landry is weighing in.
Updated: 11 hours ago
|By WAFB Staff
A pedestrian has been taken to a hospital after being hit by a vehicle Monday evening in Baton Rouge.
Updated: 15 hours ago
|By WAFB Staff
Troopers have released the names of three people killed in a fiery single-vehicle crash in West Baton Rouge Parish.
Updated: 14 hours ago
|By WAFB Staff
Investigators have released new details about a house fire that tragically left three people dead in Denham Springs.
Updated: 13 hours ago
|By Liam Combs
A groundbreaking ceremony marked the start of construction on a mixed-use development project in North Baton Rouge that officials say will address food access issues and create economic opportunities in the area.
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Updated: 6 minutes ago
|By Sydney Goldberg
Moisture builds back into the forecast along with slightly warmer temperatures ahead of the next cold shot this weekend.
FEATURES
Updated: 14 hours ago
|By Ethan Tuttle
Community outreach efforts filled Martin Luther King Jr. Day in Baton Rouge as local organizations worked to honor the civil rights leader’s legacy through service.
Updated: 15 hours ago
|By Michael Simoneaux
Residents in Louisiana should start preparing for tax filing season.
Updated: 9 hours ago
|By WAFB Staff
A woman in Baton Rouge is celebrating her 110th birthday.
Updated: 16 hours ago
|By Gabriella Mercurio
Dozens of volunteers spent their Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday packing 150,000 meal boxes at the Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank.
Updated: 14 hours ago
|By Michael Simoneaux
A woman has been locked up after she broke into an apartment in Baton Rouge and pointed a gun at a victim, authorities said.
Updated: 14 hours ago
|By Caleb Carter
A Roman Catholic priest with Lake Area ties was arrested after being accused of misconduct with a child.
Updated: 12 hours ago
|By Michael Simoneaux
A new clinic that focuses on pulmonary medical services has opened at the Baton Rouge General Bluebonnet Campus.
Updated: 17 hours ago
|By FOX 8 Staff
Officers were then called to reports of two additional vehicles burning and a structure fire in the 3100 block of Dauphine Street. Shortly afterward, police responded to reports of three more vehicles on fire in the 800 block of Desire Street.
Updated: 15 hours ago
|By The Associated Press
Valentino Garavani, the iconic Italian designer known for his glamorous gowns and signature "Valentino red," has died at 93.
Updated: Jan. 19, 2026 at 6:37 AM CST
|By WAFB Staff
Several events are scheduled in the area to allow members to come together and serve their community.
Updated: Jan. 18, 2026 at 6:52 PM CST
|By Marchaund Jones
After a sudden health scare left fans worried over the weekend, Josh of the popular British travel duo “Josh and Jase” has been admitted to the emergency room in Michigan.
Updated: 16 hours ago
|By WAFB Staff
A long-awaited family and youth center is finally open in North Baton Rouge.
Updated: Jan. 15, 2026 at 10:48 AM CST
|By WAFB Staff
First Alert Weather Extra is your First Alert to help you plan your day and stay weather aware ahead of any changes.
Updated: 15 hours ago
|By The Associated Press
The Buffalo Bills have fired coach Sean McDermott after the team again failed to reach the Super Bowl in his nine seasons.
Updated: 24 hours ago
|By Consumer Reports
Consumer Reports says trimming just a few recurring bills can turn small changes into real savings.
Updated: Jan. 18, 2026 at 10:12 PM CST
|By Colin Vedros
Record 9,100 participants from all 50 states and 15 countries compete in Baton Rouge.
Updated: Jan. 18, 2026 at 10:10 PM CST
|By WAFB Staff
One person was taken to a hospital after a reported stabbing on Iberville Street
Updated: Jan. 18, 2026 at 5:02 PM CST
|By Andrew McMunn
Bystanders in Minneapolis caught what appears to be a Department of Homeland Security agent on camera repeatedly kneeing a man in the face during an arrest.
Updated: Jan. 18, 2026 at 12:49 PM CST
|By WAFB Staff
While wishes for snow did not come true in Louisiana, flurries did fall for people living in other parts of the South.
Updated: Jan. 17, 2026 at 10:42 PM CST
|By Rylee Kramer
Family mourns loss of law student, EMT trainee, and 96-year-old grandfather.
Updated: 22 hours ago
|By Jesse Brooks and Maddie Kerth
Incidents reported on Montegut, Dauphine and Desire streets
Updated: Jan. 18, 2026 at 11:48 AM CST
|By Michael Simoneaux
Deputies are warning residents to watch out for someone posing as an employee of the Assumption Parish Sheriff’s Office.