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Weather pattern change coming soon
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - A Heat Advisory is in place for the local area this afternoon as highs climb into the low to mid 90°s with feels like temperatures peaking around 104-108°. Sct’d showers and t-storms will help cool some this afternoon. The forecast tomorrow will be fairly similar with slightly higher rain chances and slightly cooler afternoon temperatures.
Heat Advisory again today, better rain chances ahead
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - Today’s Forecast: The song remains the same in our weather with another Heat Advisory in effect for today. Highs will top out in the mid to upper 90s, with heat index values peaking in the 105°-110° range for most. Scattered, mainly afternoon storms can also be expected, with today’s rain chances running about 40%.
Trump makes big entrance the first night of the 2024 Republican National Convention
WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - The big mystery heading into Monday’s first day of the RNC was who former President Donald Trump would choose as his running mate. Once Ohio Senator J.D. Vance was officially nominated, the RNC focused on their slogan of “Make America Wealthy Again.”. “Senator J.D....
State audit of Bogalusa alleges misspent ARPA funds and lack of council oversight
BOGALUSA, La. (WVUE) - A new Louisiana Legislative Auditor report alleges the City of Bogalusa might have violated the state constitution, state law and its own charter. The 70-page report alleges a series of violations, including misspent American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds, a lack of city council oversight of government spending and failing to adhere to state finance law.
Republican donor makes case for constitutional convention
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - Before Monday’s meeting at the Baton Rouge Press Club, Republican donor, Lane Grigsby, sent out an e-mail with a draft of proposed changes to Louisiana’s constitution. While speaking, Grigsby emphasized the importance of having one before the November election. “To me, if you’re...
Safe driving organizations advocate for rural road safety awareness
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - This week is Rural Road Safety Awareness Week, and groups nationwide are urging everyone to follow the rules of the road to save a life. In Louisiana, rural roads make up almost 80% of all state-owned roadways, and more than half of deadly crashes happen on these roads.
One of 2 EBR superintendent finalists withdraws
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - Kevin George, one of the two remaining finalists for the Superintendent for East Baton Rouge Parish Schools, has withdrawn his name for consideration for the job. The other finalist for the position is Andrea Zayas, who was most recently the executive director of a teacher...
New project developing safer and more sustainable period products
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - After a recent study showing most tampons contain toxic heavy metals like lead and arsenic, Southern University is launching a new project to make feminine hygiene products safer and more sustainable. “They’re unsafe for women and girls to wear and then also it’s unsafe for...
DA files notice of intent to seek death penalty in Callihan case
TANGIPAHOA PARISH, La. (WAFB) - Twenty-First Judicial District Attorney Scott Perrilloux has filed a notice of intent to seek the death penalty against Daniel Callihan. The announcement from the DA came after Callihan pleaded not guilty in court on Monday, July 15, and was formally booked into the Tangipahoa Parish Jail.
Guilty pleas entered in 23rd Judicial District Court July 8-12
DONALDSONVILLE, La. (WAFB) - The 23rd Judicial District Court announced the following guilty pleas entered during the week of July 8-12, 2024:. 1. Christopher Watkins, Westwego, LA, age 40, pled guilty to Simple Burglary (8 counts) and was sentenced to 5 years with the Louisianan Department of Corrections with credit for time served.
Five juveniles arrested following pursuit that began in Covington; ended in Tangipahoa Parish, sheriff says
HAMMOND, La. (WVUE) - After a police pursuit in Covington, five juveniles were arrested in the Hammond area, according to information from the Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff’s Office. Covington police say that a vehicle fled after one of their officers initiated a stop due to suspicious activity being reported in...
LSP: 3-year-old injured in crash; both drivers arrested for DWI
WEST FELICIANA PARISH, La. (WAFB) - At 10:30 p.m. on July 14, 2024, Troopers with Louisiana State Police Troop A responded to a two-vehicle crash on US 61, just north of LA 10 in West Feliciana Parish. The crash resulted in the arrest of 23-year-old Zaria Brown and 29-year-old Walter Lopez, both of Baton Rouge.
Trial date set for former LSP trooper accused of negligent homicide in death of Ronald Greene
UNION PARISH, La. (KNOE) - The trial date of Kory York, a former LSP officer who is charged in the death of Ronald Greene, has been moved from the end of September to Oct. 28. Attorney Michael Small, representing York, said the trial date was moved due to witness availability problems for both the prosecution and the defense.
YOUR HEALTH: Fixing failed spine surgeries
MIAMI, Fla. (Ivanhoe Newswire) – More than a million and a half people in the U.S. undergo back surgery each year; however, classic back surgery has one of the highest failure rates of any surgery. They call it “Failed Back Surgery Syndrome,” and it means patients get no relief from their pain after back surgery. But now, some people are opting for a second revision surgery for help.
SEC Football Media Days heads to Dallas | Watch 2 hour live special
DALLAS, TX (Gray Local Media) - Just as the Texas Longhorns and Oklahoma Sooners join the Southeastern Conference, SEC Football Media Days are headed for former Big 12 territory. The week-long event will be held in Dallas; it’s the first time it will be held in the Lone Star State...
Anger and anxiety loom over the Republican convention after the assassination attempt against Trump
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Donald Trump’s campaign chiefs designed the convention opening this week to feature a softer and more optimistic message, focusing on themes that would help a divisive leader expand his appeal among moderate voters and people of color. Then came a shooting that rattled the foundation...
Ladies can sign up to attend BRPD’s self-defense class for women
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - The Baton Rouge Police Department announced it is now accepting applications for its women’s self-defense class. According to the department, the Equalizer Women’s Self-Defense Program empowers women to recognize and avoid violent situations. The program also gives women the tools they need to survive and escape situations if they are attacked.
CONSUMER REPORTS: Colorful summer with CR’s top paint
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - If your summer projects involve a fresh coat of paint in or around your home, the expert testers at Consumer Reports have you covered… pun intended! They’ve brushed and rolled on dozens of gallons from the top brands revealing which ones give you the most bang for your buck, and brush.
King Charles writes to Trump after assassination attempt
(AP) - King Charles III has written to Donald Trump after the assassination attempt at a rally in Pennsylvania, Buckingham Palace said. The palace did not disclose the contents of the monarch’s private message, which was delivered on Sunday through the British Embassy in Washington, D.C. The message follows...
BRPD officer arrests several involved in large vehicle burglary ring
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - An officer with the Baton Rouge Police Department “single handedly” arrested several individuals who allegedly participated in a large vehicle burglary ring. Police said early Sunday morning, July 14, Cpl. Tayveon Slaughter was working an extra duty detail and investigating multiple burgalries when...
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The tradition of television in Baton Rouge began on April 19, 1953, when WAFB signed on the air as the second television station in Louisiana. Over the following decades, Channel 9 has created the number one news organization in south Louisiana, covering local, state, and regional news. Today, WAFB brings its viewers 25 hours of news programming each week. Presently, Louisiana's News Channel is the only network station in the market to air a complete rebroadcast of every locally produced newscast, plus a live weekend noon news product on our second cable station, Cable Channel 9. Our anchors, reporters, producers, and photographers have won numerous awards from the Associated Press and the Louisiana Association of Broadcasters. A number of investigative reports by WAFB 9 News on various topics have even resulted in changes in state law. While news and programming are our broadcast trademarks, WAFB is constantly being honored for its community service. Channel 9 donates over $1.25 million in public service air time each year. The list of station promotions to help local non-profit organizations is lengthy, with our St. Vincent de Paul Uniform Drive, Assess the Need, and the Volunteer! Baton Rouge Volunteer recognition program to name a few.
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