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• Louisiana residents can fish without a license this weekend Play Video

  June 1, 2026 3:41 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Louisiana residents can fish the Sportsman's Paradise without a license this weekend. The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries announced Monday that June 6-7 is "Free Fishing Weekend." Residents of all ages can get out and fish without having to buy a license. “This weekend,... more »

• LSU to kickoff Lane Kiffin's inaugural season with three straight night games Play Video

  May 27, 2026 4:10 PM

  BATON ROUGE — LSU football will play three straight night games to start Lane Kiffin's inaugural season with the Tigers. The Southeastern Conference announced Wednesday that LSU's Week 2 game against Louisiana Tech will be at 6:30 p.m. in Death Valley and will air on SEC Network+. ESPN's... more »

• WATCH LIVE: Artemis II astronauts returning to Earth after flight around the moon Play Video

  April 10, 2026 12:17 PM

  HOUSTON (AP) — Their dramatic grand finale fast approaching, Artemis II ’s astronauts aimed for a splashdown in the Pacific on Friday to close out humanity’s first voyage to the moon in more than half a century. WATCH IT HERE: The tension in Mission Control mounted as... more »

• Poets from around Louisiana gather at State Library for 'Just Listen to Yourself' poetry event Play Video

  April 1, 2026 7:44 PM

  BATON ROUGE — A group of poets from around Louisiana gathered at the State Library downtown on Wednesday for the "Just Listen to Yourself" poetry event. The event, featuring six Louisiana poets reading their work, highlighted traditions and cultural experiences from all corners of the state. "All of... more »

• One Tank Trips: McGee's Swamp Tours Play Video

  March 26, 2026 7:45 PM

  HENDERSON — On this week's One Tank Trip, WBRZ's Angelica Butine went down the bayou to McGee's Swamp Tours. Follow along to see what Louisiana's swamps have to offer. more »

• Adventuresome Eating Club introduces children to new foods Play Video

  March 13, 2026 1:17 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Seeds to Success, a Louisiana Farm to School program, partnered with the Knock Knock Children's Museum on Friday to host the Adventuresome Eating Club. The club was designed to make healthy eating fun by introducing children to local, seasonal fruits and vegetables. This month, the... more »

• Suspect in Hammond apartment complex shooting released from hospital, booked into jail Play Video

  February 19, 2026 2:12 PM

  HAMMOND — The suspect in a shooting at a Hammond apartment complex was released from the hospital on Thursday and booked into the Tangipahoa Parish Jail. Marquanvius Jones is accused of killing 26-year-old Javan Meyers after the two allegedly shot at each other during a fight. Jones allegedly hit... more »

• Third Annual December to Remember takes place at North Sherwood Forest Community Park Play Video

  December 14, 2025 4:24 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Councilman Darryl Hurst of District 5 hosted the third annual "A December to Remember: A Christmas Tree Lighting Festival" on Sunday at North Sherwood Forest Community Park. The event invited residents from across Baton Rouge to enjoy an evening filled with food, rides and musical performances.... more »

• Students get ready for the school year at 'Cuts 4 the Community' event Play Video

  August 10, 2025 5:06 PM

  BATON ROUGE — A local barbershop helped East Baton Rouge Parish students get ready for the school year at the "Cuts 4 the Community" event on Sunday. The event, put on by Best Cuts Barbershop, featured free haircuts and hairstyles, school supplies, uniform donations, local vendors and food trucks.... more »

• Louisiana Leadership Institute accepting new students as school year begins Play Video

  August 10, 2025 11:22 AM

  BATON ROUGE — The Louisiana Leadership Institute, a non-profit after-school program, is accepting new students as they return to school. The non-profit was started by Congressman Cleo Fields in 1993 for elementary through secondary school-age students. The organization aims to shape young adults into the next generation of leaders... more »

• Livingston Parish Public Schools excited for school year with new upgrades Play Video

  August 6, 2025 12:40 PM

  LIVINGSTON PARISH - Louisiana's eighth-largest school district will be back in service Friday morning! With more than 26,000 students, 42 schools, and six programs, Livingston Parish Public Schools finished off strong last year despite some issues, including bomb threats and a student bringing a gun to school. WBRZ... more »

• Mayor Sid Edwards hosts Back-to-School Resource Drive at River Center Play Video

  August 3, 2025 2:47 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Mayor-President Sid Edwards hosted his Back-to-School Resource Drive Sunday afternoon, offering students a place to get services they need to be first-day-of-school ready. Students were able to get free haircuts and hairstyles, sports physicals, hygiene supplies and more. Several organizations, clubs and other extra-curricular activities... more »

• Back-to-school event to hand out 400 backpacks stuffed with supplies to Baton Rouge students Play Video

  August 3, 2025 11:56 AM

  BATON ROUGE — As families prepare for the first day of school, Epic Connect is hosting its third annual back-to-school giveaway. The event will be held at the Dr. Martin Luther King Community Center from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. There will be free food, inflatables, and live... more »

• Mayor Sid Edwards announces back-to-school drive; haircuts, hygiene supplies, physicals and more Play Video

  July 28, 2025 5:48 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Mayor-President Sid Edwards announced Monday an upcoming Back-to-School Resource Drive that will offer services students may have trouble accessing outside of the classroom. The event will be from noon to 5 p.m. on Aug. 3 at the Raising Cane's River Center Ballroom. Students can get... more »

• LSU to be featured in MLB The Show 25 in 'Road to the Show' mode

  February 4, 2025 3:17 PM

  BATON ROUGE — LSU baseball will be featured in the newest edition of the hit baseball video game MLB The Show , developers revealed in a trailer Tuesday. The Tigers will be featured as part of the baseball simulator's "Road to the Show" game mode, allowing players to take... more »

• GET 2 MOVING: Spectrum Group Class Play Video

  January 17, 2025 6:19 AM

  BATON ROUGE — At Spectrum Fitness, a class that can't be missed is GroupFit. This class was made to motivate and push people to perform the best they can. The group class is all about high-intensity workouts meant to push participants and give them a real challenge. Being... more »

• Blood, monetary donation hubs open up for victims affected by Bourbon Street attack Play Video

  January 2, 2025 4:14 PM

  NEW ORLEANS — In the aftermath of an attack on New Orleans' Bourbon Street that left 14 dead and dozens more injured on New Year's Day, multiple outlets to provide help have opened up. GoFundMe pages have opened up for several of the victims who were killed and injured.... more »

• Good 2 Eat: Turkey Enchilada Skillet Play Video

  December 5, 2024 8:53 AM

  Welcome to Good 2 Eat, where every Thursday 2une In will be cooking with Chef Kevin Belton to show you a new and delicious recipe to try at home! Turkey Enchilada Skillet 2 Tbsp. vegetable oil 1 lb. turkey, left over or ground 1 Tbsp. Creole seasoning 1... more »

• Good 2 Eat: Sweet Potato Casserole and Blueberry Custard Pie Play Video

  November 21, 2024 11:23 AM

  Welcome to Good 2 Eat, where every Thursday 2une In will be cooking with Chef Kevin Belton to show you a new and delicious recipe to try at home! Surprise Sweet Potato Crumble Casserole 5 to 6 sweet potatoes, cleaned 4 to 5 bananas, unpeeled 1 cup butter,... more »

• GET 2 MOVING: Baton Rouge Table Tennis Play Video

  August 16, 2024 7:07 AM

  BATON ROUGE - Table tennis is a sport that welcomes all ages and capabilities. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced player, there's always a spot for someone looking to get involved in the community. The Baton Rouge Table Tennis Club is the only club for the sport in... more »

• EBR Schools Back to School Bash showcases excitement community has for school year Play Video

  August 3, 2024 6:01 PM

  BATON ROUGE — East Baton Rouge Schools held its annual Back to School Bash on Saturday with less than a week left until students return to classes. Saturday's event brought over 10,000 people to the Raising Canes River Center. As new Superintendent Lamont Cole puts it, Baton Rouge knows... more »

• Tuesday's Health Report: Mental health experts share what parents can do to prep kids going back to school Play Video

  July 30, 2024 7:06 PM

  BATON ROUGE — The start of a new school year can be challenging for some students, and experts say preparing for it now can help. Experts have tips on how to help students transition back to the classroom. "It's normal for them to have all kinds of emotions,”... more »

• Capital region is hosting a variety of back to school events; click to learn more Play Video

  July 25, 2024 5:10 PM

  If you missed WBRZ's Stuff the Bus event and still have school supplies to donate, there are plenty of opportunities across the capital region to help students prepare for school! Here are events across the capital region's parishes: Ascension Parish CareSouth Back to School Drive Thru July 26... more »

• WBRZ's annual Stuff the Bus event is today! Donate supplies to capital area students Play Video

  July 23, 2024 12:19 PM

  BATON ROUGE — WBRZ's Stuff the Bus school supply donation event is TODAY! Stuff the Bus will be held on Wednesday to collect school supplies like pencils, pens, notebooks, paper and anything else K-12 students need across the capital area. East Baton Rouge and West Baton Rouge parishes... more »

• Prairieville man arrested for failing to report body found inside home after several days Play Video

  June 13, 2024 2:55 PM

  PRAIRIEVILLE — Ascension Parish deputies arrested a man after he was found in a home with a body that was dead for several days. Garryl Blouin, 37, was booked Wednesday on a failure to seek assistance charge after deputies performed a welfare check at a residence along Melrose Drive... more »

• 'Pedal Pub' party bikes coming to downtown Baton Rouge Play Video

  October 23, 2021 4:08 PM

  BATON ROUGE - A new way to party 'on the go' has made its way to the capital area. Pedal Pub is Baton Rouge's first BYOB party bike. "It’s like a party on a bike. It’s a 16 passenger bike piloted by our employees. All you gotta do is... more »

• More than half of Baton Rouge gas stations still without fuel: here's where to look

  September 7, 2021 12:42 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Fewer than half of gas stations in the Baton Rouge area have fuel over a week after Hurricane Ida hit southeast Louisiana, which prompted a mad dash for the pumps before and after the storm. According to GasBuddy , a tech company that utilizes user data... more »

• Crawfish Tracker: These prices are going nowhere

  May 14, 2021 1:52 PM

  BATON ROUGE - After weeks of crawfish prices slipping lower and lower, it seems as if things have stabilized in the capital area for the time being. According to the WBRZ Crawfish Price Index , the average cost of boiled crawfish saw a slight increase, up to $3.77 per... more »

• Senators pushing for Louisiana to reduce unemployment aid Play Video

  May 11, 2021 6:46 PM

  BATON ROUGE – More governors across the nation have decided to opt out of pandemic unemployment aid Tuesday, and John Bel Edwards is not one of them. His office, along with the Louisiana Workforce Commission, says there’s been no talk about it yet. Pressure to do so is building... more »

• Bicycle shortage continues frustrating those in the industry Play Video

  May 6, 2021 7:14 PM

  BATON ROUGE – It’s been an uphill ride for bike shop owners since the start of the pandemic. There is a national shortage of supplies, slowing down business. “It’s frustrating to not be able to get simple tubes. Tires and parts I would never think we would have a... more »

• 'F*** them kids,' woman said before setting house on fire with children inside

  April 27, 2021 6:29 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Investigators believe a woman with a vendetta against her estranged husband set a house on fire while his new girlfriend's children were still inside. According to a warrant from the Baton Rouge Fire Department, things escalated after Shannon Blackson, 40, got into a wreck with her... more »

• Crawfish Tracker: Prices take a tumble in the capital area

  April 16, 2021 3:21 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Crawfish prices in the area saw a big cut this week, dropping to their lowest points since the start of the 2021 season. According to the WBRZ Crawfish Price Index , the average cost of boiled crawfish in the capital area is around $4.19 per pound.... more »

• Mass vaccination site set to open in Baton Rouge Friday Play Video

  April 15, 2021 8:12 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Starting Friday, a parking lot along Florida Boulevard will be packed with people getting a COVID vaccine. "The Bon Carre Business Center lies directly within the center of our community, making it easier for residents to access regardless of their location," Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome said.... more »

• New rush on vaccine appointments as state expands eligibility Play Video

  March 19, 2021 7:25 PM

  CENTRAL - Pharmacies are being hit with another wave of phone calls after state officials announced most adults would be eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine starting Monday. The new regulations announced Thursday open up eligibility to adults who fall into a variety of job categories. Central Pharmacy has... more »

• La. gets unexpected J&J vaccine shipment; Ochsner BR opens up 900 appointments Sunday Play Video

  March 12, 2021 2:22 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Ochsner opened up hundreds of vaccine appointments this weekend after Louisiana learned it was getting a surprise shipment of more than 5,000 vaccines. The governor's office confirmed Friday the state was getting 5,200 shipments of the single-dose Johnson & Johnson shots in addition to its allotment... more »

• VIDEO: Would-be thieves rip open ATM in botched heist on Florida Blvd. Tuesday morning Play Video

  June 16, 2020 1:14 PM

  BATON ROUGE - A pair's failed attempt at stealing from an ATM was caught on camera, and now police are looking for the suspects. The crime was caught on camera around 3:30 a.m. Tuesday outside a Capital One bank on Florida Boulevard. The two masked suspects are seen in... more »

• Completing your child's back-to-school health checklist Play Video

  August 3, 2017 8:42 PM

  There are only a few days left before kids go back to school and it's important to make sure they have all they need — including a clean bill of health. Students may need vaccinations or necessary physicals for extra-curricular activities, but little thing such as getting them in... more »

• 54-year-old arrested for attacking man outside of Baton Rouge hotel

  June 4, 2017 8:14 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Police arrested a man after he allegedly attacked a person for taking pictures at the hotel he was staying in. Baton Rouge police responded to the hotel at the corner of Lafayette and Main Street around 4 a.m. Sunday. There, police found a man with a... more »

• BRPD: Man tries to eat all of his marijuana before traffic stop on I-10

  April 22, 2017 6:12 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Police arrested a man after he tried to eat all of his marijuana before a traffic stop on I-10 Saturday. According to Baton Rouge Police, an officer spotted 36-year-old Cyrus Antoine drifting back and forth across multiple lanes around 2 a.m. Saturday morning. The officer also... more »

• Port Allen named one of the top five safest cities in Louisiana

  March 6, 2017 2:33 PM

  The National Council for Home Safety and Security put out a study Monday naming the top five safest cities in the state of Louisiana. The study compares the number of violent crimes per 1,000 people of each city to the statewide average. The study also factors property crimes into... more »

• Man arrested after fighting deputy at sorority party

  March 4, 2017 4:45 PM

  BATON ROUGE - A man was arrested after he was involved in a scuffle with an East Baton Rouge deputy at a sorority party Friday night. One out-of-uniform deputy was working an extra-duty assignment with the Renaissance Hotel on Bluebonnet Boulevard and was tasked with only allowing hotel guests... more »

• Paraplegic woman stuck to mattress after left in bed for two years Play Video

  February 27, 2017 9:51 PM

  BATON ROUGE - A paraplegic woman was transported to the hospital with infections after she was improperly cared for over the past two years. According to arrest records, 53-year-old Quintin Harris and 75-year-old Barbara Harris were arrested by the East Baton Rouge Sheriff's Office Sunday after it was determined... more »

• Tip to authorities leads to drug arrest

  January 24, 2017 6:01 PM

  CONVENT - Ascension Parish Sheriff's Office deputies arrested a man suspected of selling heroin Tuesday after they received an anonymous tip. According to Chief Deputy Bobby Webre, police agreed to meet 35-year-old Irvin Mitchell of Convent at an undisclosed location. Mitchell immediately fled upon recognizing narcotics detectives in the... more »