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KATC’s Rob Perillo Explains How Saharan Dust Tames Tropical Development
Louisiana is bracing for another active hurricane season; if anything can tame the tropics, it's the plume of dust that comes off the African coast, the Sarahan Dust. For years we've heard meteorologists reference the Sarahan Dust in their forecasts for tropical development in the Atlantic, but do we know what the dust does to the tropics to halt tropical development?
Flurry of tax filing, residency challenges filed Friday for EBR races
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - Several Baton Rouge residents have filed lawsuits asking 19th Judicial District judges to disqualify candidates in various races in East Baton Rouge Parish for tax concerns and residency issues. CITY CONSTABLE FOR BATON ROUGE. East Baton Rouge Parish District Hillar Moore has filed a suit...
I-TEAM: Mayor sidesteps questions after top staffer abruptly resigns
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - Mayor Sharon Weston Broome sidestepped direct questions from the WAFB I-TEAM about one of her top staffers’ choice to abruptly resign amid an investigation. Courtney Scott, the assistant chief administrative officer, recently submitted her resignation amid an ongoing investigation but questions remain unanswered about why she was being investigated and why she resigned. WAFB’s Scottie Hunter questioned the mayor shortly after she wrapped up an unrelated news conference on Friday, July 26, 2024.
Fox 14 Your Morning Show: LSU AG Center interview
MONROE, La. (KTVE/KARD) — On Fox 14 Your Morning show, Kerry Hefner joins Fox 14’s Abby Price and Hannah Clark to discuss LSU AG Center hosting the interior quality contest. For more information, watch the video above.
'Career offender' sentenced for drug trafficking charges after agents buy dozens of grams of heroin
BATON ROUGE - A man was sentenced to 160 months in federal prison for drug trafficking charges amid an investigation into drug trafficking circles around the parish. Officials called Timothy Franklin, 40, a "career offender" in a release sent out Friday morning announcing his sentencing. Franklin was convicted for four counts of distribution of heroin.
Jeanerette standoff suspect Nyjal Hurst has first court appearance, $500K bond set
The suspect of Thursday's armed hostage standoff which resulted in the death of one Lafayette police officer and the injury of three officers had his first court appearance Friday morning for outstanding warrants.
Major Retailer Closing 6 Louisiana Stores: Including Shreveport
For a variety of reasons, sadly, the days of the old 'brick & mortar' stores are going the way of pay telephones and VHS players. Even though there are those who order groceries online, I think there will always be a place for some types of stores that people will still want to visit in person.
Teacher unions in EBR cancel planned sickout after superintendent decision
BATON ROUGE - Two teachers unions that were planning a sickout on the first day of school to protest Adam Smith's removal from the superintendent ballot have canceled those plans. The sickout was initially planned as a way to push for interim superintendent Adam Smith to be properly appointed to...
CONSUMER REPORTS: Save while shopping
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - Many of us think of ourselves as savvy shoppers, looking for ways to snag a bargain and get the best value for our money. But are we using all the tips and tricks that are out there, right?. Consumer Reports reveals, there’s a simple—but often...
LSU Basketball makes the Top Seven for top-50 recruit King Grace
The LSU Basketball team is fresh off of a solid season on the recruiting trail landing the Nation's 13th-ranked recruiting class with three top-75 recruits. To this point, the LSU Basketball team hasn't landed any commitments but, that may change in the near future. The LSU Basketball team has landed inside of several top recruits "finalists" groups with a few they feel great about.
Hailey Van Lith says LSU fans continue to support her as she prepares for Olympics
PARIS — When Hailey Van Lith first started playing 3x3 basketball competitively at 15, her dreams had no limits. “I thought I’d make the (5x5) team at 18,” she said, laughing a bit at herself. Basketball has dealt Van Lith some highs and lows since she added...
Livvy Dunne: LSU Gymnast’s Return for Fifth Year, Summer Fun Highlights & Advocacy
Livvy Dunne shares "summer fun" with her social media followers by showcasing her skills on the balance beam amid preparations for her fifth year with the LSU gymnastics team after announcing her return. She is a prominent athlete in the NIL era, with a massive following on TikTok and Instagram.
PHOTOS: Crews respond to early morning house fire
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - The Baton Rouge Fire Department responded to a house fire early Friday morning. Officials said it happened in the 3200 block of Eaton Street near Winbourne Avenue. Crews were on the scene around 5:30 a.m. There is no word on how the fire started or...
Residents concerned about increase in animal dumping
LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - Just last month we told you about an uptick in abandoned animals in Jeff Davis parish, but the problem isn’t isolated. There have been reports from all around Southwest Louisiana about dogs being dumped. At least five puppies have been dumped over the past...
Concerts, Festivals, And Live Music In Southwest Louisiana This Weekend July 26-28
The weekend is finally here and it's about time, right? There are a lot of events going on in Southwest Louisiana this weekend including concerts, one of the largest festivals in Southwest Louisiana, and live music in bars and restaurants across the area. Here is your list of things to...
Two Arrested For Armed Robbery, Shooting In Port Allen
A man and woman are in custody for an armed robbery and shooting on Tuesday in Port Allen. West Baton Rouge Parish deputies responded around 7 p.m. to the shooting on Rebelle Lane. They found a man who told them 23-year-old Julius Knox Jr. robbed him, shot him, and ran away.
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