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• 3 arrested in connection with 2023 murder on Burnside Highway in Gonzales, officers say Play Video

  June 29, 2026 3:14 PM

  GONZALES — Three people were arrested in the homicide investigation of a 2023 murder on Burnside Highway, according to the Gonzales Police Department. According to the department, Craig Haynes Jr. was shot at 11 p.m. on Dec. 8 while driving on Burnside Highway in the area between the Gonzales... more »

• Louisiana Supreme Court reverses ruling in East Baton Rouge homicide case, reconvicting defendant Play Video

  June 29, 2026 1:26 PM

  NEW ORLEANS — The Louisiana Supreme Court reversed a ruling on Monday in an East Baton Rouge Parish homicide case after two lower courts reached different decisions on whether the accused man was guilty. In 2023, Judge Eboni Johnson Rose convicted Curtis Stewart Jr. of second-degree murder and sentenced... more »

• A killing in Opelousas sparked debate at the Justice Department about civil rights laws

  June 29, 2026 10:46 AM

  OPELOUSAS — In October 1951, John Lester Mitchell, a World War II veteran and a founder of the local NAACP chapter, went with two other men to sign up to vote. No African American had succeeded in registering to vote in St. Landry Parish in decades, as local officials... more »

• 19-year-old killed, another injured in shooting along Blue Grass Drive, BRPD officers say Play Video

  June 29, 2026 9:49 AM

  BATON ROUGE — The Baton Rouge Police Department identified a teen who was killed in a Sunday evening shooting along Blue Grass Drive. According to officials, the victim was identified as 19-year-old Kaleb Stampley, who was killed in a shooting that occurred around 7 p.m. near BREC's Fortune Addition... more »

• NASA races to save Swift telescope from falling back to Earth with daring rescue mission Play Video

  June 28, 2026 1:16 PM

  CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — NASA is racing to save an aging telescope from falling back to Earth with a daring rescue mission. The $30 million salvage operation gets underway as soon as this week with the planned launch of a robotic lifesaver. NASA hired startup Katalyst Space... more »

• 1 injured in Saturday night shooting at McDonald's on Perkins Road Play Video

  June 28, 2026 9:55 AM

  BATON ROUGE — A Saturday night shooting at a McDonald's on Perkins Road left one man injured, according to the East Baton Rouge Sheriff's Office. Officials said the incident occurred around 11:45 p.m. at a McDonald's along Perkins Road near the intersection of Bluebonnet Boulevard. According to deputies,... more »

• Baton Rouge volunteers collect donations for people impacted by Tropical Storm Arthur Play Video

  June 27, 2026 3:37 PM

  BATON ROUGE - A group of volunteers is collecting supplies and donations for flood survivors in Avoyelles Parish. Hundreds of homes flooded in the parish, causing some homeowners to lose everything. Krysten Bennett lives in Baton Rouge and lost her home in the 2016 flood. She's leading the... more »

• St. George Fire Department warns residents about the dangers of leaving children inside locked vehicles Play Video

  June 27, 2026 2:35 PM

  ST. GEORGE — The St. George Fire Department warned residents about the dangers of leaving children inside locked vehicles on Saturday as temperatures continue to rise in the region. The department has responded to 28 calls for a child locked inside a vehicle so far this year. According to... more »

• Rep. Julia Letlow turns back state Treasurer John Fleming in GOP Senate primary; Dems pick Davis Play Video

  June 27, 2026 9:50 AM

  BATON ROUGE — U.S. Rep. Julia Letlow won Louisiana’s Republican nomination for U.S. Senate on Saturday, delivering another win for President Donald Trump, whose effort to replace Republicans who crossed him was central to the race. Letlow , whom Trump endorsed before she entered the race in January, defeated... more »

• ICE on the Bayou: The Hidden Hub Play Video

  June 24, 2026 11:34 PM

  ALEXANDRIA — A WBRZ investigation has found that Alexandria International Airport has become the top hub for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement deportation flights in the country. With the help of the group ICE Flight Monitor, WBRZ Investigative Unit reporter Stephen Stock closely tracked 3,956 ICE flights — both... more »

• Wednesday PM Forecast: Rain is packing its bags, but the heat is here to stay Play Video

  June 24, 2026 4:45 PM

  While isolated storms remain possible on Thursday, they'll become more sparse into the weekend. Rain won’t threaten many outdoor plans, but be prepared to break a sweat. Tonight & Tomorrow: Any afternoon thunderstorms that managed to pop up will gradually fade away during the evening. Though a rogue overnight... more »

• Central pastor, neighbor and police chief speak day after attack, arrest across street from church Play Video

  June 24, 2026 11:12 AM

  CENTRAL - Pastor Tony Spell addressed the media Wednesday, saying threats from his neighbor compelled him to run across a four-lane highway and attack the man. Spell, the main pastor of Life Tabernacle Church on Hooper Road, was arrested by deputies after the altercation. He said he was working... more »

• Gulf Coast could have colorful skies and lower air quality as Saharan dust moves in next week Play Video

  June 23, 2026 9:53 PM

  BATON ROUGE — A large Saharan dust plume is moving across the Atlantic Basin and could reach the Gulf Coast by next week. Multiple impacts could be noted across the region. The Storm Station Team says no tropical development is expected over the next seven days because of the... more »

• Monday PM Forecast: Fewer storms, more heat for the first week of summer Play Video

  June 22, 2026 4:25 PM

  Rain is no longer the main story; it’s heat. That familiar mix of Louisiana heat and thick humidity will firmly establish its presence for the first week of summer. Storms will also become harder to find, though some days will still offer a better chance for a quick downpour than... more »

• 1 injured following stabbing on South Sherwood Forest Boulevard Play Video

  June 21, 2026 6:47 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Authorities are currently responding to a stabbing on South Sherwood Forest Boulevard that left one person injured. The incident occurred around 5:30 p.m. on Sunday. Emergency officials said one person was transported to the hospital in stable condition. It is not currently known what led... more »

• Fathers and sons tee off at the BREC Santa Maria Golf Course on Father's Day Play Video

  June 21, 2026 6:34 PM

  BATON ROUGE — As people show appreciation for their fathers this Father's Day, numerous people took to the green to tee off with their father figures. On Sunday at BREC's Santa Maria Golf Course, Brandon Yan-Hamby and his son Remy began the day in a calm yet traditional way.... more »

• Yours For Calvary equips youth in Baton Rouge with practical skills through Project Etiquette Play Video

  June 21, 2026 1:47 PM

  BATON ROUGE — An organization is equipping young people in Baton Rouge with practical skills for success both inside and outside the classroom. Yours For Calvary Outreach, a Baton Rouge-based nonprofit, hosted its third annual Project Etiquette on Saturday at the Main Library on Goodwood Boulevard. The free... more »

• 1 injured, 5 arrested following early Sunday morning shooting on Azalea Street in Port Allen Play Video

  June 21, 2026 11:41 AM

  PORT ALLEN — The Port Allen Police Department is investigating an early Sunday morning shooting that left one person injured. According to the department, the shooting occurred around 5 a.m. on Azalea Street. While investigating, officers located the victim suffering from multiple gunshot wounds on La. 1 South.... more »

• Pointe Coupee Parish Sheriff's Office urges residents to report flood damage after Tropical Storm Arthur Play Video

  June 21, 2026 11:28 AM

  NEW ROADS — The Pointe Coupee Sheriff's Office asked citizens to report flood damage caused by Tropical Storm Arthur on Saturday. According to the sheriff's office, residents whose homes, businesses, vehicles or property sustained damage from the recent flooding should report it as soon as possible, as reporting damage... more »

• Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries rescues 74 people and 6 pets following Tropical Storm Arthur Play Video

  June 21, 2026 10:59 AM

  MARKSVILLE — The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries announced that 74 people and 6 pets were rescued from flood waters following Tropical Storm Arthur on Thursday in Avoyelles Parish. The search and rescue operations were conducted alongside troopers from the Louisiana State Police and local first responders. ... more »

• BRPD executes search warrant at home of previously arrested man in connection with missing teen Play Video

  June 20, 2026 2:49 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Sources told the WBRZ Investigative Unit that the Baton Rouge Police Department executed a search warrant at 50-year-old Maurice Parms ' residence on Saturday in connection with the disappearance of 15-year-old Ja'Derrius Minniweather . A large police presence was outside Parms' home as neighbors gathered around... more »

• PHOTOS: Downed trees, flooded roads, damaged buildings after tropical weather sweeps through Louisiana Play Video

  June 18, 2026 12:07 PM

  BATON ROUGE — While the Capital area was mostly spared from Wednesday night and Thursday morning's tropical depression, heavy rainfall blanketed parts of southern Louisiana, causing flooding in and around New Orleans. Crews in Ascension Parish worked to remove downed trees and storm debris from roadways following the rainfall.... more »

• Pride experiences multiple closures due to flooding, heavy rain from tropical storm Play Video

  June 18, 2026 11:38 AM

  PRIDE - Carson Road in Pride was closed alongside a swollen Sandy Creek after storms brought high water to the area on Wednesday night into Thursday morning. Pride-Baywood Road also had multiple closures, mostly due to high water reaching bridges. BREC's Sandy Creek Community Park was also affected.... more »

• UPDATE: NWS confirms 8 tornadoes touch down this past week Play Video

  June 18, 2026 11:30 AM

  SLIDELL — The National Weather Service has now confirmed eight tornadoes touched down in southeastern Louisiana and Mississippi on Wednesday night into Thursday morning as Tropical Storm Arthur made its way through the region. The first tornado, an EF1, hit Houma around 10:15 p.m. on Wednesday and lasted roughly... more »

• BRPD: 5 juveniles shot in drive-by at Lobdell Boulevard apartment complex Play Video

  June 18, 2026 11:09 AM

  BATON ROUGE — Five juveniles were injured in a drive-by shooting at a Lobdell Boulevard apartment complex. Around 7:17 p.m. on Wednesday, a car pulled in front of Pelican Bay Apartments and opened fire, Baton Rouge Police said. At the scene of the shooting, WBRZ learned that at least... more »

• Crews in Ascension Parish clear downed trees from La. 74 after heavy rain falls across region Play Video

  June 18, 2026 9:32 AM

  GEISMAR — Crews in Ascension Parish worked to remove downed trees and storm debris from roadways following heavy rain that fell across southern Louisiana on Wednesday evening into Thursday morning. Several trees fell and blocked La. 74 near Bluff Road in Geismar early Thursday morning, with Louisiana Department of... more »

• 1 person critically injured after early morning crash near corner of North Park Avenue, Foster Road Play Video

  June 18, 2026 8:22 AM

  BATON ROUGE — One person was taken to the hospital in critical condition after an early Thursday morning crash near the corner of North Park Avenue and Foster Road. The single-vehicle crash happened around 4:13 a.m., officials told WBRZ. more »

• Winner of 2026 St. Jude Dream Home, other prizes drawn - See results here Play Video

  June 18, 2026 7:28 AM

  BATON ROUGE — The winner of the 2026 St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway was selected Thursday live on WBRZ. The following names were drawn: New 2026 Genesis G70 - Constance Matthews from Baton Rouge $10,000 shopping spree at Home Furniture Plus - Roland Alford from Port Allen Free... more »

• Multiple capital area school districts announce closure of schools, offices as intense weather continues Play Video

  June 17, 2026 10:05 AM

  BATON ROUGE — Multiple school districts in the Capital region have closed offices and campuses on Thursday in anticipation of continued heavy rain and the impending Tropical Storm Arthur. The following school districts have closed on Thursday, June 18: Ascension Parish Schools Summer school classes have been canceled,... more »

• Baton Rouge drainage crews clear pipes and debris ahead of heavy rain Play Video

  June 16, 2026 5:39 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Residents and city crews are clearing drains ahead of expected heavy rainfall in the Baton Rouge area. Tuesday morning, clouds opened, and rain started falling across the city. The preparations come just a month after flooding left businesses under the Perkins Road overpass underwater, and cars... more »

• Community tips guide volunteer search for Baton Rouge teen missing since June 5 Play Video

  June 15, 2026 4:49 PM

  BATON ROUGE — The search for a missing 15-year-old boy has stretched into its second week, with volunteer crews combing through backwoods, alleys and canals for any items belonging to Ja'Derrius Minnieweather. The teen went missing on June 5. WBRZ's Alexis Marigny joined search crews on Monday as they... more »

• 17-year-old arrested in connection with April murder on Sherwood Street Play Video

  June 15, 2026 4:36 PM

  BATON ROUGE — A 17-year-old was arrested by the Baton Rouge Police Department for first-degree murder after he allegedly attempted to buy a firearm. According to the department, on April 7 officers responded to a shooting on Sherwood Street where they found Frederick Scott suffering from multiple gunshot wounds... more »

• Parish governments open sandbag locations ahead of expected rain Play Video

  June 15, 2026 4:10 PM

  Parish governments announced the opening of several sandbag locations ahead of the potential heavy rain expected throughout southeast Louisiana this week. Residents are expected to bring their own shovel. Both sand and bags are available at the following locations: EAST BATON ROUGE - BREC Airline Highway Fairgrounds, 16072... more »

• Early Monday morning shooting near corner of Alaska, West Grant streets leaves 16-year-old dead Play Video

  June 15, 2026 9:25 AM

  BATON ROUGE — Police are investigating after an early Monday morning shooting left a teenager dead in Baton Rouge. Officials told WBRZ that the shooting happened around 1:45 a.m. on West Grant Street near the intersection with Alaska Street. According to Baton Rouge Police, 16-year-old Reynard Green was... more »

• Elderly couple, pet displaced after lightning strikes Oak Hills Place home; fire causes total loss Play Video

  June 15, 2026 6:42 AM

  ST. GEORGE — The St. George Fire Department responded to a house fire in the Oak Hills Place subdivision off Highland Road on Monday morning. The fire along Oak Hills Parkway was first reported around 4:09 a.m., the SGFD said. Lightning struck the house, causing a fire in the... more »

• UPDATE: Flood Watch posted for much of the Capital Area ahead of heavy rain threat Play Video

  June 14, 2026 7:16 PM

  The National Weather Service has issued a FLOOD WATCH for East Baton Rouge, West Baton Rouge, Ascension, Iberville, East Feliciana, Livingston, Pointe Coupee, St. Helena, Tangipahoa, and West Feliciana Parishes, as well as Amite and Wilkinson Counties from 7 a.m. Monday until 7 a.m. Wednesday. A FLASH FLOOD... more »

• Baton Rouge Police Department investigating fatal shooting on Pampas Street Play Video

  June 14, 2026 1:39 PM

  BATON ROUGE —The Baton Rouge Police Department is investigating a Saturday afternoon fatal shooting on Pampas Street. According to the department, the shooting occurred around 5 p.m., killing 22-year-old J'Sinn Bazile. Officers arrived on Pampas Street to find Bazile dead inside an apartment from apparent gunshot wounds. ... more »

• Baton Rouge native and Baltimore Ravens offensive lineman Emery Jones hosts the Built in the Boot football camp Play Video

  June 13, 2026 4:07 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Baton Rouge native and Baltimore Ravens offensive lineman Emery Jones hosted the Built in the Boot football camp on Saturday in Baton Rouge. The second free annual football camp is designed to inspire, train and equip young athletes through instruction and mentorship. "Giving the kids... more »

• Residents in Livingston experiencing outage due to fallen tree along Ohio Street

  June 12, 2026 7:40 PM

  LIVINGSTON — Residents near Ohio Street in Livingston may experience an outage as a tree has fallen onto power lines, according to the Livingston Police Department. According to officers, a tree fell onto the power lines on Ohio Street between Bloss Avenue and South Magnolia Street, with several power... more »

• Storm Station data links top 8 late spring heavy rain events to same weather pattern

  June 11, 2026 10:28 PM

  A consistent atmospheric pattern is behind some of the Gulf Coast's most significant heavy rain events in May and June, according to an analysis by the Storm Station. The team of meteorologists at WBRZ reviewed every May and June since 2003, when the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)... more »

• Thursday PM Forecast: stormy stretch to follow hottest weekend so far this season Play Video

  June 11, 2026 4:38 PM

  The Baton Rouge Area can gear up for the hottest weekend so far this summer as feel-like temperatures climb to near 105 degrees. Relief will arrive early next week, but a stalling weather system will swap the heat for heavy rain and an elevated risk of flooding. Spiking Heat:... more »

• El Nino has arrived: quieter hurricane season expected, but there's a catch Play Video

  June 11, 2026 2:55 PM

  It’s official: El Niño has formed in the central Pacific, according to the Climate Prediction Center. This is just the beginning, as El Niño is projected to intensify over the coming months, likely impacting hurricane season and altering global weather patterns. Forecasts indicate a high probability of a strong... more »

• Wednesday PM Forecast: running warm with a lack of storms Play Video

  June 10, 2026 4:58 PM

  Mainly dry afternoons will persist through the workweek, resulting in hotter temperatures. The next pattern change is slated for early next week with increasing showers and thunderstorms. More Heat This Week: highs in the low 90s, feels-like low 100s Transition Over the Weekend: still hot, late-day pop-ups ... more »

• Officials say OMV to be back online Wednesday after hardware upgrades caused outages across state Play Video

  June 9, 2026 10:43 AM

  BATON ROUGE — The Office of Motor Vehicles' system experienced intermittent outages on Tuesday related to a hardware upgrade over the weekend. The Office of Technology Services said a "legacy piece of hardware" was replaced on Sunday with brand-new core network routers. Thomas Mule’, communications director for OTS,... more »

• Monday PM Forecast: Storms stepping back, summer heat taking over Play Video

  June 8, 2026 3:09 PM

  With fewer afternoon storms over the next couple of days, heat will gain a stronger foothold across the Capital Area. Expect these conditions to persist through late week before storm chances rise again closer to the weekend. Tonight & Tomorrow: The few pop-up thunderstorms that linger during the evening... more »

• With nearly two weeks until drawing, tickets for 2026 St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway are SOLD OUT Play Video

  June 8, 2026 7:54 AM

  BATON ROUGE — As of Monday morning, WBRZ and St. Jude Children's Research Hospital are sold out of raffle tickets for the 2026 St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway! The annual fundraiser raises money for St. Jude's treatment of childhood cancers. This year, the 13,250 tickets sold raised $1.325 million... more »

• Sunday PM Forecast: Still not rain-free, but storm chances are stepping down Play Video

  June 7, 2026 7:16 PM

  Although rain won’t shut off entirely, the storm coverage will steadily drop as the week progresses. As those showers clear out, summer heat will take center stage across the Capital Region. Tonight & Tomorrow: Clouds will increase across the area Sunday night. While the evening begins partly cloudy, most... more »

• National Hurricane Center uses new techniques to help people understand risks involved with storms Play Video

  June 7, 2026 12:01 PM

  MIAMI —Inside the National Hurricane Center, hurricane forecasting is constantly evolving. From new forecast models to aircraft flying directly into storms, forecasters say the goal is no longer just predicting where a hurricane will go; it’s helping people understand what impacts they could face. Dr. Michael Brennan, the... more »

• Saturday PM Forecast: A handful of Sunday downpours before rain chances dwindle Play Video

  June 6, 2026 7:30 PM

  Expect another round of scattered afternoon thunderstorms to develop on Sunday, though finding dry time outdoors will be a bit easier. Plan for even fewer disruptions next week as storm chances drop even more. Tonight & Tomorrow: Following a stormy Saturday, activity will gradually taper throughout the evening. The... more »

• Third annual Feliciana Wildflower Festival draws crowds to downtown Clinton Play Video

  June 6, 2026 5:58 PM

  CLINTON - The third annual Feliciana Wildflower Festival was held in downtown Clinton on Saturday, June 6. Despite some rain, people filled St. Helena Street to shop, explore, and celebrate all things local. Vendors sold everything from food and handcrafted jewelry to plants. For Matthew Sagrera, owner of... more »

• Friday PM Forecast: tropical moisture forces numerous showers and thunderstorms this weekend Play Video

  June 5, 2026 4:42 PM

  A weak storm system from the Gulf will bring tropical moisture and numerous showers and thunderstorms to the Baton Rouge Area this weekend. On one hand, this will keep the heat in check. On the other hand, there will be a risk to outdoor events and a possibility of nuisance... more »

• Police release license plate number of stolen suspect vehicle in fatal Hammond gas station shooting Play Video

  June 5, 2026 3:02 PM

  HAMMOND — The stolen car driven by suspects in an early Thursday morning fatal shooting at a Hammond gas station has been identified as a white 2008 4-door Honda Civic from Mississippi, police said Friday. Hammond Police said that the car, which bears the Mississippi License Plate PJY050, was... more »