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• Crash along Blount Road leaves man dead, 3-year-old child in critical condition Play Video

  October 19, 2026 8:28 AM

  BATON ROUGE — A man is dead, and his 3-year-old child is critically injured after a fatal crash in Baton Rouge just before midnight, officials told WBRZ on Monday. The East Baton Rouge Parish Coroner's Office and Baton Rouge EMS responded to Blount Road near Tallow Drive at 11:52... more »

• Sunday PM Forecast: Grabbing the jacket early, losing it later, with no rain to worry about Play Video

  October 18, 2026 6:53 PM

  More chilly nights are in the Storm Station forecast. Plan on jacket weather each morning, but abundant sunshine will warm things right back up each afternoon. Meanwhile, very dry air will keep the area rain-free for the next week. Tonight & Tomorrow: Mostly clear skies and light overnight winds... more »

• Sunday AM Forecast: More chilly nights, pleasant afternoons ahead Play Video

  October 18, 2026 10:41 AM

  The coolest point following the recent cold front passage came this morning. Temperatures will gradually moderate from here on out, but still remain near or just below average. Meanwhile, sunshine and dry conditions will heighten drought concerns, with little to no rain expected moving forward. Today & Tonight: Following... more »

• Louisiana Amendment 6 could expand property tax relief for some homeowners 65 and older Play Video

  October 17, 2026 8:52 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Louisiana voters could grant extra property tax relief for seniors over 65 if they approve Constitutional Amendment 6 on the Nov. 3 ballot. Under current Louisiana law, homeowners 65 and older who qualify for a homestead exemption can freeze their property’s assessed value if their gross... more »

• Denham Springs Police, federal authorities investigating threatening emails sent to city council members Play Video

  October 17, 2026 11:22 AM

  DENHAM SPRINGS — The Denham Springs Police Department is investigating a series of threatening emails sent to several members of the Denham Springs City Council. The Denham Springs Police Department confirmed the investigation on Friday. According to the department, officers were dispatched to Denham Springs City Hall on... more »

• INVESTIGATIVE UNIT: Large number of 19th JDC cases are solved through plea deals. Why? Play Video

  October 16, 2026 3:15 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Earlier this week, the family of a woman killed in a hit-and-run said their wishes were not considered when prosecutors gave her killer a plea deal. District Attorney Hillar Moore said evidence was a problem in the case against Tayquencia Harris because prosecutors could not prove... more »

• Thursday PM Forecast: Gearing up for the first major fall cold front Play Video

  October 15, 2026 3:19 PM

  A strong cold front sweeps through ahead of the weekend, ushering in ideal football weather for Friday night and Saturday. Beyond the crisp fall air, the front brings gusty winds, heightened fire danger, and hazardous boating conditions. Read the full breakdown in today's loaded forecast blog. Tonight & Tomorrow:... more »

• EBR Metro Council defers vote on health insurance cost increases for city-parish employees Play Video

  October 14, 2026 11:30 PM

  BATON ROUGE — The East Baton Rouge Metro Council has postponed a decision on proposed health insurance premium increases for city-parish employees. The price hikes, proposed as part of the city-parish benefits plan for 2027, have drawn sharp pushback from first responders' unions. However, time is running short to... more »

• St. George mayor outlines growth plans, charter school push in first State of the City Address Play Video

  October 14, 2026 6:15 PM

  ST. GEORGE — The future of Louisiana’s youngest city looks bright, even with the headwinds of a failed statewide vote to create a separate school district there. The City of St. George is already one of the state's largest cities, yet Mayor Dustin Yates says he wants more economic... more »

• Wednesday PM Forecast: Fog risk clears behind powerful cold front ahead of the weekend Play Video

  October 14, 2026 4:41 PM

  The Storm Station continues to follow two major stories: morning fog and an upcoming cold front. One will complicate the morning drive, whereas the other will deliver a refreshing cooldown just in time for the weekend. Tonight & Tomorrow: Another night with mainly clear skies and calming winds will... more »

• Traffic stop near Baton Rouge General leads to multi-division search, arrest

  October 14, 2026 2:34 PM

  BATON ROUGE — A traffic stop near Baton Rouge General on Bluebonnet Boulevard led to a brief search and the arrest of a 29-year-old man on Wednesday, according to the East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff’s Office. Deputies initially pulled over a vehicle in a parking lot on Bluebonnet Boulevard... more »

• Mayor Dustin Yates: St. George plans to open charter school by August 2028 Play Video

  October 14, 2026 1:42 PM

  ST. GEORGE — St. George Mayor Dustin Yates says that the city plans to open a charter school by August 2028. Yates announced the timeline for a St. George charter school during his State of the City on Wednesday. In September, WBRZ reported that St. George is looking... more »

• Driver of stolen vehicle leading BRPD on pursuit dies after striking train along Main Street Play Video

  October 14, 2026 9:37 AM

  BATON ROUGE — The driver of a stolen vehicle that was leading police on a pursuit is dead after it struck a train along Main Street, Baton Rouge Police told WBRZ. Around 10:51 p.m. Tuesday, officers observed a stolen car driving westbound on North Street near 46th Street. When... more »

• WBRZ sponsors Halloween Bash at Shaw Center in downtown Baton Rouge Play Video

  October 14, 2026 7:25 AM

  BATON ROUGE — Shaw Center for the Arts is hosting a Rooftop Halloween Bash on the River Terrace above downtown Baton Rouge. WBRZ is a sponsor for the 21+ event, set for 9 p.m. to midnight on Oct. 30. It's on the 4th-floor River Terrace at the Shaw Center... more »

• U.S. Attorney Kurt Wall details growing law enforcement partnerships in first-year update Play Video

  October 13, 2026 6:03 PM

  BATON ROUGE — The U.S. attorney's office in the Middle District filed more criminal cases over the past year than at any point in the last 10 years, according to the district's U.S. attorney. According to U.S. Attorney Kurt Wall, the number of indictments rose about 200 percent within... more »

• Tuesday PM Forecast: Another dense fog potential, tracking a big cold front ahead of the weekend Play Video

  October 13, 2026 5:47 PM

  It’s a repeat forecast for the rest of the workweek: occasional morning fog, followed by mainly sunny, hot afternoons. A pleasant change arrives just in time for the weekend, however, courtesy of a cold front. Tonight & Tomorrow: Mainly clear skies will remain in place throughout much of the... more »

• Fall constitutional amendments include post-conviction bail changes and governor term limits Play Video

  October 13, 2026 4:12 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Ahead of election day, WBRZ is breaking down the constitutional amendments voters will encounter on the November ballot, two of which include stricter measures regarding post-conviction bail and also term limits for governors. As previously reported, Amendment One involved special homestead exemption transfers for surviving spouses... more »

• East Feliciana Parish placed under burn ban starting Tuesday Play Video

  October 13, 2026 11:29 AM

  CLINTON — East Feliciana Parish was placed under a burn ban starting Tuesday. The ban, announced by the East Feliciana Parish Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness, will be in effect until further notice. Stay up to date with weather across the Capital Area with WBRZ's Storm... more »

• Louisiana Amendment Two would give local taxing bodies more flexibility over tax rates Play Video

  October 12, 2026 5:20 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Voters in the November election will cast their votes on proposed constitutional amendments, including one that would change taxing bodies' timelines for raising and lowering taxes. As previously reported, the Public Affairs Research Council of Louisiana, or PAR, released a guide to the 2026 Fall Constitutional... more »

• Homeowners outraged after massive utility pole blocks view, sidewalk Play Video

  October 12, 2026 4:41 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Last Thursday, Doug Buras came home from work to find a massive utility pole directly in front of his house, blocking his view and a portion of the sidewalk. Buras, who has lived in his home on Perkins Road for 30 years, says the pole's sudden... more »

• Monday PM Forecast: Cold front to shake things up after a quiet week Play Video

  October 12, 2026 2:44 PM

  Sunshine will be the main story moving forward, pushing afternoon highs into the low 90s each day this week. However, that warm trend gets disrupted heading into the weekend as another cold front targets the area. The shift in pattern could set up more comfortable temperatures just in time for... more »

• Twahna P. Harris' Butterfly Society hosting series of events during Domestic Violence Awareness Month Play Video

  October 12, 2026 1:46 PM

  BATON ROUGE — October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and Councilwoman Twahna P. Harris' Butterfly Society is hosting a series of events throughout the month, raising awareness for domestic violence survivors. This week, the group is hosting "A Call to Men: Our Power" at the MLK Community Center along... more »

• Central nonprofit gave illegal $1000 campaign donation to police chief candidate Play Video

  October 9, 2026 2:23 PM

  CENTRAL — A local nonprofit tied to the East Baton Rouge Mayor-president Sid Edwards gave an illegal campaign donation to a candidate for Central police chief. Campaign finance reports show Central City Autism Awareness Inc., a 501c3, donated $1,000 to candidate Larry Walters in September. By law,... more »

• Positively BR Episode 10: A New Pizza Spot, a Pottery Fail & an Interview Plot Twist

  October 9, 2026 12:52 PM

  BATON ROUGE — From WBRZ journalists earning Suncoast Emmy nominations to trying pottery, tasting New York-style pizza and checking out upcoming events around Baton Rouge, this week’s Positively BR has plenty to explore. Host Angelica Butine highlights the WBRZ teams nominated for regional Emmy awards, gets creative with... more »

• Bond set for ex-officer who kept a gun instead of turning it in as evidence Play Video

  October 8, 2026 8:05 AM

  BATON ROUGE — The bond has been set for a now-fired Baton Rouge Police officer who authorities allege stole a gun that was once seized as evidence. Stefan Jones, 32, who was investigated five separate times during his tenure at the department, was been arrested again on Wednesday, this... more »

• How the fall election could impact Louisiana's surviving veteran spouses Play Video

  October 7, 2026 4:30 PM

  BATON ROUGE - On the Nov. ballot, voters will decide on 10 different constitutional amendments. On Wednesday, the Public Affairs Research Council of Louisiana, or PAR, released its guide for the Fall 2026 constitutional amendments . Ahead of election day, WBRZ is following a multitude of key races as... more »

• 3 WBRZ reports nominated for 2026 Suncoast Emmys Play Video

  October 6, 2026 1:26 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Three teams of WBRZ journalists have been nominated for the 2026 Suncoast Emmys. The following WBRZ reporting has been nominated: Arts/Entertainment: The Southern University Human Jukebox Charles Jones Brittany Weiss Politics/Government: Ice on the Bayou Stephen Stock Joel Bruce Charles Jones Joshua Lennix David... more »

• Monday PM Forecast: Pleasant stretch ahead; tropical mischief targeting the Gulf Coast Play Video

  October 5, 2026 2:21 PM

  A drier pattern takes hold for the rest of the week, bringing warm afternoons and seasonably cool mornings. Rain chances return by the weekend, however, as a tropical troublemaker approaches the northern Gulf Coast. Tonight & Tomorrow: Any afternoon showers will wind down quickly into the evening. Skies will... more »

• LSU-Mississippi State to kick off at 11 a.m. in Death Valley Play Video

  October 5, 2026 1:36 PM

  BATON ROUGE — LSU-Mississippi State will kick off at 11 a.m., LSU announced Monday. The No. 10 Tigers play the No. 17 Bulldogs on Oct. 17 in Death Valley. The game will either be broadcast on WBRZ or ESPN, with a decision about which network the game will... more »

• Sunday PM Forecast: Wet weather about to exit; monitoring the Gulf closely Play Video

  October 4, 2026 7:20 PM

  Monday starts a transition toward drier weather following a wet Sunday. While most of the week stays dry with lower humidity, storm chances could return by next weekend — and they might have a tropical connection. Tonight & Tomorrow: Continuing showers into the evening will gradually thin out overnight.... more »

• Positively BR Episode 9: Touchdowns, Trends, & Film Festivals

  October 2, 2026 11:58 AM

  BATON ROUGE — Football, fall fashion, live music, local shopping and a little spooky ranch. Episode 9 of Positively BR has a little something for everyone. Host Angelica Butine is talking football with WBRZ’s Hunter McCann, breaking down the Boots on the Bayou lineup, finding deals at a major... more »

• 3 injured in Maurepas crash along La. 16 between Old Ferry Road, La. 22; roadway reopens Play Video

  October 2, 2026 8:23 AM

  MAUREPAS — A Friday morning crash along La. 16 between Old Ferry Road and La. 22 resulted in three people being hurt, Acadian Ambulance officials said. Acadian said that the two units responded and brought the three people to a nearby hospital. The crash was first reported around... more »

• 3 of this season's LSU women's basketball games will be broadcast on WBRZ Play Video

  October 1, 2026 12:03 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Three of this season's LSU women's basketball games will be broadcast on WBRZ. LSU's neutral-site game in Nashville, Tennessee, against UConn on Dec. 20 will air on Channel 2 at noon. LSU's SEC home opener against Vanderbilt on Jan. 3 at noon will also air... more »

• Wednesday PM Forecast: October begins with summer-like steam, returning thunderstorms Play Video

  September 30, 2026 4:26 PM

  October will kick off on a humid and unsettled note. While storms will remain scattered through late week, a surge in tropical moisture over the weekend will limit outdoor dry time and raise the risk of localized nuisance flooding. Tonight & Tomorrow: Another mostly clear night is ahead with... more »

• DO NOT APPROVE - Flood Watch issued for much of the area ahead of weekend heavy rainmaker

  September 30, 2026 2:30 PM

  The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for East Baton Rouge, West Baton Rouge, Ascension, Assumption, Iberville, East Feliciana, Livingston, Pointe Coupee, St. Helena, St. James, St. Mary, Tangipahoa, and West Feliciana Parishes, as well as Amite and Wilkinson Counties until xxx . A FLASH FLOOD WATCH... more »

• After Investigative Unit report, Baton Rouge man arrested for allegedly raping, stabbing woman Play Video

  September 30, 2026 9:58 AM

  BATON ROUGE — A 20-year-old man wanted for attempted murder and rape after a woman says he beat and stabbed her multiple times inside a home on Geronimo Street has been arrested and booked into the East Baton Rouge Parish Prison. Police say that, in July, Tyson Wright hit... more »

• 1 person injured after crash on Lovett Road near Bronco Avenue in Central

  September 29, 2026 2:25 PM

  CENTRAL — Lovett Road near Bronco Avenue in Central re-opened after a crash that left one injured. The crash happened around 1:05 p.m. on Tuesday, a Central government alert says. By 1:55 p.m., one direction of traffic was open, and officials said that Lovett Road re-opened around 2:13 p.m.... more »

• Monday PM Forecast: Pattern change fueling rain and storms that could threaten the weekend Play Video

  September 28, 2026 4:43 PM

  A big pattern change is about to get underway. Expect humidity to spike once again as the week progresses. Such a boost in moisture will fuel showers and thunderstorms that could threaten a busy weekend of outdoor events. Tonight & Tomorrow: Another mainly clear night is on deck. The... more »

• Sunday PM Forecast: Comfort clock is ticking, more humidity and storms on the way Play Video

  September 27, 2026 7:16 PM

  Time with the lower humidity is running short. Expect humidity to become more and more noticeable as the week progresses, eventually fueling showers and thunderstorms in time for a busy weekend across the Capital Area. Tonight & Tomorrow: Expect another pleasant night across the Capital Area. Skies will remain... more »

• Saturday AM forecast: Dry weekend gives way to a wetter pattern Play Video

  September 26, 2026 8:18 AM

  The Capital Region stays dry this weekend, with sunshine, low humidity, and warm afternoons dominating the forecast. That quiet stretch lasts into the middle of next week before moisture begins building back into the region and rain chances increase. Today and Tonight: Saturday will be mostly... more »

• St. Gerard Majella Catholic Church hosting Mass honoring first responders this weekend Play Video

  September 25, 2026 8:53 AM

  BATON ROUGE — This weekend, St. Gerard Majella Catholic Church on Plank Road is hosting a Mass honoring first responders. Blue Mass Honoring First Responders is being held on Sunday at 10 a.m. The service, organizers say, is to recognize, honor and pray for the dedication, service and... more »

• Positively BR Episode 8: Comic book chaos, pumpkin patch picks & escape room tricks

  September 24, 2026 3:54 PM

  BATON ROUGE — From finding the perfect pumpkin to celebrating the colorful world of comic books, Episode 8 of Positively BR has a little bit of everything. We’re getting into the fall spirit, putting our puzzle-solving skills to the test and sharing a free self-defense opportunity on LSU’s campus.... more »

• L'Auberge Casino prepares for gameday crowds and festivities Play Video

  September 24, 2026 1:00 PM

  BATON ROUGE - L'Auberge Casino and Hotel Baton Rouge is giving LSU and Southern fans a couple of ways to watch the Tigers' home game against Texas A&M, as well as the Jags' road matchup against Jackson State. Just two days before the games, the casino cut the ribbon... more »

• Wednesday PM Forecast: About to notice a drop in humidity Play Video

  September 23, 2026 5:37 PM

  Another surge of drier air will roll in to finish out the workweek and head into the weekend. While temperatures remain hot, lower humidity will keep conditions feeling much more comfortable. Tonight & Tomorrow: As a weak front passes through the region, any lingering showers heading toward the coast... more »

• 'It's been very humbling:' Hammond hardware store recovering after truck ran into building Play Video

  September 21, 2026 7:09 PM

  HAMMOND - A hardware store in Hammond opened to the public on Sunday, one day after a truck crashed through the walls of the facility over the weekend. The owners of Pennington True Value told WBRZ they did not expect a truck to crash through the front of the... more »

• Former Amite councilman wanted for battery following alleged fight in downtown Baton Rouge Play Video

  September 21, 2026 10:56 AM

  BATON ROUGE — A man who previously served as a councilmember for the City of Amite and ran for mayor is wanted for second-degree battery following an alleged physical altercation outside the Raising Cane's River Center on Sept. 4. Baton Rouge Police Department officers arrived at the Raising Cane's... more »

• BRPD investigating overnight homicide along Bardwell Street Play Video

  September 21, 2026 10:11 AM

  BATON ROUGE — Homicide detectives with the Baton Rouge Police Department are investigating the death of a male victim on Monday morning following an overnight incident on Bardwell Street. According to detectives, the victim was found lying in the roadway around 12:15 a.m., leading them to believe that he... more »

• BRPD investigating shooting at corner of Clayton Street and Beechwood Drive Play Video

  September 21, 2026 9:52 AM

  BATON ROUGE — The Baton Rouge Police Department is investigating after one person was found shot Monday morning along Clayton Street. BRPD and Baton Rouge EMS responded around 8:40 a.m. and found one person with a non-life-threatening gunshot wound near the corner of Clayton Street and Beechwood Drive. ... more »

• After Ole Miss loss, Lane Kiffin, Tigers turn sights toward Tiger Stadium matchup against Texas A&M Play Video

  September 21, 2026 8:56 AM

  BATON ROUGE — Over the weekend, LSU lost its first conference game against Ole Miss in Oxford, Mississippi. The Tigers, who dropped to No. 10 in the AP Poll, are returning to Baton Rouge this weekend for a second SEC matchup against the No. 23 Texas A&M Aggies, which... more »

• Sunday Journal: Denham Springs' Old South Jamboree exhibit Play Video

  September 21, 2026 8:13 AM

  DENHAM SPRINGS — This week on Sunday Journal, WBRZ's John Pastorek takes a walk through country music history in Denham Springs. Over the weekend, an exhibit highlighting the mega country history of the Old South Jamboree opened at Old City Hall. more »

• O'Brien House hosts 23rd annual 'United in Recovery Breakfast' fundraiser Play Video

  September 21, 2026 5:28 AM

  BATON ROUGE - Since 1971, the O'Brien House has been helping save lives and families from alcoholism and addiction. The center was founded by former WBRZ Investigative Reporter John Camp. The center is hosting its 23rd annual "United in Recovery Breakfast" to help fund its mission Monday morning. ... more »

• 6 injured following crash on Burbank Drive near Warbler Crossing Avenue Play Video

  September 20, 2026 6:51 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Six people were transported to the hospital following a Sunday afternoon crash along Burbank Drive. According to emergency officials, the crash occurred around 12:37 p.m. on Burbank Drive near Warbler Crossing Avenue, resulting in six people being transported to the hospital in stable condition. It... more »

• Hammond store hit by car Saturday open for business Sunday Play Video

  September 20, 2026 5:26 PM

  HAMMOND - A Hammond store hit by a car Saturday morning was open for business Sunday. Pennington’s True Value of Hammond shared photos of the aftermath of the wreck, showing a large hole in the store's side, broken building material scattered on the floor and damaged store shelves. ... more »

• WBRZ takes Tailgate on 2 on the road for the first time at the Ole Miss Grove in Oxford Play Video

  September 19, 2026 11:19 PM

  OXFORD — For the first time, WBRZ took Tailgate on 2 on the road to Oxford, Mississippi, for LSU and Ole Miss’ showdown at the Grove. Among the sea of red and blue, LSU fans set up their own piece of home through Cajun Tiger Tailgating. "Tailgating on... more »

• Friday PM Forecast: Another rise and fall in humidity levels within the next week Play Video

  September 18, 2026 5:50 PM

  The humidity break won’t last much longer. While the weekend starts hot with less steamy air, the humid feel returns in full force by early next week. Even with the summer feel coming back, there is hope for another blast of drier air by late next week. Tonight &... more »

• 1 person shot in stomach along Peerless Street, BRPD says Play Video

  September 18, 2026 12:08 PM

  BATON ROUGE — One person was shot in the stomach along Peerless Street on Friday, Baton Rouge Police told WBRZ. The shooting happened around 10 a.m. near the intersection of Simplex Street. This is a developing story. more »

• Positively BR Episode 7: Paws, Prizes and Behind-the-Scenes Surprises

  September 18, 2026 11:38 AM

  BATON ROUGE — This week on Positively BR, we’re putting the “paws” in positive, testing our claw-machine skills and getting to know one of the familiar faces behind the WBRZ newsroom. From a therapy dog making a difference around Baton Rouge to a colorful arcade where winning is the... more »

• BRPD 'actively investigating' possible sexual assault of city-parish employee at City Hall Play Video

  September 18, 2026 10:21 AM

  BATON ROUGE — The Baton Rouge Police Department is "actively investigating" the possible sexual assault of a city-parish employee at City Hall earlier this week. A BRPD spokesperson told WBRZ that the incident happened Wednesday and that no suspects have been identified. This is the second violent incident... more »

• 15-year-old boy injured after being struck by train near Mills Avenue Play Video

  September 18, 2026 9:44 AM

  BATON ROUGE — A 15-year-old boy was taken to the hospital after being struck by a train on the train tracks near Mills Avenue on Friday morning. Officials told WBRZ that the incident happened around 8:30 a.m. on the railroad near the intersection of Mills and Merganzer avenues. ... more »

• 2 people injured in school bus crash along 71st Avenue Play Video

  September 18, 2026 9:27 AM

  BATON ROUGE — Two people were injured in a school bus crash along 71st Avenue on Friday morning. Officials told WBRZ that the crash happened around 7:30 a.m. at the intersection of 71st Avenue and Goode Street. Two people were transported by EMS, officials added. The bus... more »