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Rains Arriving Early in Acadiana this Friday Morning
Tropical-like showers and storms are already spreading into Acadiana this Friday morning. Rain chances stay at 80% throughout the day as rainfall will be on and off. Severe weather is not expected but heavier rains could cause minor flash flooding in localized areas. The clouds and rainfall will keep temperatures hovering in the 70s to […]
Meet Joe Petraro, age 11, student at LSU who wants to make sports accessible for everybody
When Joe Petraro was about eight years old and attending school in New York, he was placed in special education by his school district because teachers and administrators assumed he needed it. At the beginning of the school year, his teacher, Mrs. Sardi, noticed that even though Joe appeared to be zoning out in class, he knew all the answers. The traditional classroom just might not be the best place for him to thrive.
FLOOD WATCH for Capital Area extended into the weekend
An area of low pressure in the northwestern Gulf of Mexico will not move much over the next couple of days. This will cause some more wet weather into the weekend. A FLOOD WATCH is in effect for Baton Rouge and areas to the south and east through Saturday Evening. Excessive runoff may result in flooding of small creeks and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Storm drains and ditches may become clogged with debris. Monitor the forecast and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.
Baton Rouge: Interstate shooting on I-110 leaves woman dead
BATON ROUGE — About an hour after another deadly shooting in Baton Rouge, officers shifted towards Interstate 110 to a second fatal shooting in the city. The two scenes were less than a mile apart but it’s unclear currently if the two fatal shootings are connected. The interstate...
CRIME STOPPERS: Man wanted for stalking, other crimes
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - Detectives with the East Baton Rouge Sheriff’s Office are searching for a man wanted on stalking and other crime-related charges. Kendrick Williams, 46, is wanted for simple criminal damage to property, stalking, violation of protective orders, and unauthorized entry of an inhabited dwelling. Williams...
BRPD: Parent arrested for assault of Istrouma High School teacher
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - A parent has been arrested for assault of a teacher at Istrouma High School after an altercation occurred, officials said. According to the Baton Rouge Police Department, 45-year-old Roshanda Williams went to the school on Tuesday, Aug. 27 regarding her son being written up in class.
Lions Open Season at Battle of New Orleans
HAMMOND, La. – The Southeastern Louisiana University cross country team gets its first run of 2024 on Friday evening down in the Crescent City as the Lions take part in the Battle for New Orleans, co-hosted by New Orleans and Tulane. The Lady Lions start the evening by running...
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