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• 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 »

• 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 »

• On Memorial Day, Mayor Sid Edwards calls for resources to aid homeless veterans Play Video

  May 25, 2026 11:25 AM

  BATON ROUGE — East Baton Rouge Parish Mayor-President Sid Edwards sat down with WBRZ's John Pastorek to discuss not only the big issues facing Baton Rouge, but also the meaning and emotion behind Memorial Day. "[To me, it means] everything," Edwards said about the holiday honoring fallen American service... more »

• Coroner called to shooting near the intersection of Chemin Drive and Groom Road in Baker Play Video

  May 16, 2026 11:57 AM

  BAKER — The coroner was called to a Saturday morning shooting at the intersection of Chemin Drive and Groom Road in Baker. The incident occurred around 10 a.m. The shooting remains under investigation. more »

• Southern University Board votes to approve construction financing of new 502-bed dorm hall Play Video

  May 14, 2026 2:47 PM

  BATON ROUGE — During its Thursday meeting, the Southern University Board of Supervisors' finance committee voted to pass a resolution approving a student housing facility that could house more than 500 students once it is completed. The resolution calling for a 502-bed facility passed unanimously. WBRZ previously reported... more »

• St. Helena Parish doesn't have an animal shelter. One rescue group says that has to change Play Video

  May 4, 2026 5:30 PM

  GREENSBURG - After nearly 30 dogs were rescued from what police believe was an illegal breeding operation in St. Helena Parish, a local non-profit says the incident shed light on why the parish needs an animal shelter. Currently, the parish has no official animal control, and the only pet... more »

• Jazz Fest ends early Thursday due to storms Play Video

  April 30, 2026 11:14 AM

  NEW ORLEANS — The New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival concluded for the day at 3:30 p.m. on Thursday as a strong storm cell moved toward the area. The festival adjusted its Thursday performance schedule as inclement weather begins to roll into south Louisiana at the start of the... more »

• District Attorney files lawsuit claiming inadequate funding, council says priorities must be balanced Play Video

  April 26, 2026 10:51 PM

  BATON ROUGE — A major funding dispute is now headed to court in East Baton Rouge Parish, where Hillar Moore is suing the city-parish government over what he calls inadequate funding for his office. Moore said in the lawsuit that he has exhausted all other options to secure the... more »

• Firefighters put out fire along Timber Lane in Livingston Parish Play Video

  April 10, 2026 10:17 AM

  DENHAM SPRINGS — Firefighters in Livingston Parish put out a fire along Timber Lane in a neighborhood off Pete's Highway on Friday. Crews from the Livingston Parish Fire Protection District 5 responded to the fire around 9 a.m. The residents of the home were able to make it... more »

• 10 years after facing a similar issue, the state government looks to combat rising prison costs

  February 24, 2026 12:36 PM

  BATON ROUGE (LSU Manship News Service) – In 2016, Louisiana faced a $2 billion budget gap, and lawmakers decided they could no longer afford to lock so many people up. But in 2024, after a nationwide crime spike during the COVID pandemic, Gov. Jeff Landry reversed many of the... more »

• REPORT: Senate candidate Rep. Julia Letlow failed to report hundreds of individual stock trades on time

  February 24, 2026 10:12 AM

  WASHINGTON — Rep. Julia Letlow, who is running for Senate and was endorsed by President Donald Trump, did not follow federal law requiring she report more than 200 individual stock trades over the past two years, The Advocate reports. The paper, citing a document she filed with Congress last... more »

• TEAM 2 TRAFFIC: Livingston Parish deputies respond to multiple crashes along I-12 amid heavy rain

  January 9, 2026 7:01 AM

  DENHAM SPRINGS — The Livingston Parish Sheriff's Office responded to multiple crashes along I-12 eastbound and westbound as heavy rain fell across the capital region on Friday. The crashes, deputies said, happened between Denham Springs and Satsuma. Deputies advise that drivers should use caution as they hit the... more »

• WBRZ's Sylvia Weatherspoon handing out toys this weekend at St. Vincent de Paul Warehouse Play Video

  December 17, 2025 10:44 AM

  BATON ROUGE — This weekend, WBRZ's Syvia Weatherspoon is handing out toys ahead of the holidays at the St. Vincent de Paul Warehouse. On Saturday from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., Sylvia's Toys for Christmas will be giving away toys collected since the end of November. To receive... more »

• 2 Your Town Denham Springs: Christmas in the Village

  October 31, 2025 4:29 PM

  WBRZ is excited to announce our next stop on the road to celebrate the incredible communities that form the Capital Area! We're dedicating ourselves to highlighting the towns you call home—from East and West Feliciana to Ascension, all the way down to St. Mary Parish, and every unique stop... more »

• Thursday PM Forecast: hot afternoons continue, wetter pattern around the corner Play Video

  September 18, 2025 4:29 PM

  The weather pattern for Baton Rouge will be steady through the weekend before some changes arrive early next week. After a run of hot and mostly dry days, a wetter pattern will take shape. Tonight & Tomorrow: After a dry day, expect similar conditions to carry through the night... more »

• WBRZ FLASHBACK: Denham Springs High School set ablaze by student arsonist in 1997 Play Video

  September 18, 2025 8:05 AM

  DENHAM SPRINGS — This week in WBRZ history, fire ripped through the halls of Denham Springs High School twice. The first of the two 1997 fires was at the administrative building, with the second fire happening less than a week later, wiping out the English building, destroying seven classrooms... more »

• Friday PM Forecast: showers to start holiday weekend, long term trending dry again

  August 29, 2025 4:49 PM

  Labor Day weekend is here, and rain chances will keep us on our toes. Saturday looks to be the most unsettled day, with rain coverage trending down through the remainder of the holiday weekend. Tonight and Tomorrow: Radar will really trend quieter overnight with showers and thunderstorms tapering to... more »

• WBRZ's 2 Your Town is Coming to Morgan City - Coverage Begins Aug. 25 Play Video

  August 22, 2025 11:28 AM

  MORGAN CITY – WBRZ is taking its popular 2 Your Town series to Morgan City beginning Aug. 25, with a weeklong spotlight on St. Mary Parish leading up to the Louisiana Shrimp and Petroleum Festival on Aug. 28th. On opening day of the festival, WBRZ will broadcast live from... more »

• BREC hosting public open house to discuss plans for Perkins Road Community Park Play Video

  August 19, 2025 8:37 AM

  BATON ROUGE - Community leaders are hosting an open house to discuss the plans for future developments and additions to the Perkins Road Community Park. The meeting will be hosted Tuesday night at the Exhibit Building in the Bluebonnet Swamp Conservation Area, 10503 North Oak Hills Parkway from 5... more »

• Baton Rouge honors Purple Heart recipients before Wednesday meeting Play Video

  August 14, 2025 12:57 PM

  BATON ROUGE - City officials honored Purple Heart recipients before a meeting Wednesday night. Mayor President Sid Edwards thanked the recipients for their service before they snapped a group picture holding a Purple Heart award. more »

• Three arrested, two still sought after police pursuit Wednesday night ends off Airline Play Video

  August 14, 2025 11:00 AM

  BATON ROUGE - Three people were arrested and two people are still being sought after a police chase ended just off Airline Highway late Wednesday night. The Baton Rouge Police Department said officers were working overtime when they tried to perform a traffic stop on a stolen vehicle, which... more »

• BRPD: Man arrested in Buchanan Street shooting that killed one, injured another Play Video

  August 6, 2025 8:51 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Police officials arrested a man suspected in the shooting and killing of a man on Buchanan Street, the Baton Rouge Police Department said Wednesday. Nolen Daniels, 21, was arrested for murdering Daryl Hamilton and injuring another person in an October 2024 shooting off Highland Road. The... more »

• Man arrested for attempted murder after shooting at house Play Video

  July 29, 2025 8:37 AM

  BATON ROUGE - Deputies arrested a man for attempted murder after he allegedly shot at a home in June. Jeffery Allen, 29, was arrested Monday. Witnesses requested an arrest warrant be issued for him after he allegedly shot at a man's home on Bimini Drive on June 8. ... more »

• Stuff the Bus is getting ready to accept school supply donations with school less than two weeks out Play Video

  July 25, 2025 8:43 AM

  BATON ROUGE — Summer may be at its apex, but many Americans are already starting back-to-school shopping. According to a new survey from the National Retail Federation, two-thirds of Americans with school-aged children started shopping for the upcoming school year this month. This is the earliest on record. ... more »

• Police arrest four suspects accused in Ponchatoula drive-by shooting that left teen dead Play Video

  July 20, 2025 9:56 PM

  PONCHATOULA - Four people were arrested Monday morning after a 17-year-old was killed and two other people were hurt in a Ponchatoula drive-by shooting on Sunday afternoon. The Ponchatoula Police Department said 17-year-old Marvin Wells, another 17-year-old and a 59-year-old were all shot along Lakeside Circle and taken to... more »

• Louisiana black bear hunting lottery opens July 28 Play Video

  July 18, 2025 7:42 AM

  BATON ROUGE - The Louisiana black bear hunting lottery opened July 28 and will remain open for a month before the season begins in December. The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries will issue 26 hunting licenses, more than doubling the 11 licenses issued in 2024. Eight of those... more »

• Saturday AM Forecast: Steamy weekend ahead with even hotter days on the way Play Video

  July 12, 2025 9:35 AM

  This weekend, expect hot, humid days with highs near 94° and heat index values over 100°. Most areas stay dry, but a few afternoon showers are possible. Saturday & Sunday: This weekend will be hot and humid, with highs near 94° and feels-like temps in the triple digits, just... more »

• Former Port Allen Councilwoman Clerice Lacy passes away; community mourns Play Video

  July 7, 2025 12:19 PM

  PORT ALLEN - Former Councilwoman Clerice Lacy passed away over the weekend, Port Allen city officials said. Lacy died Saturday, July 5. Social media posts from Lacy's close friends and family say she was an intelligent, dedicated and caring woman. In 2024, she came forward to WBRZ... more »

• Joey Jaws Chestnut reclaims title in Famous hot dog eating contest, wins 17th Mustard Belt Play Video

  July 4, 2025 7:14 AM

  Famed competitive eater Joey “Jaws” Chestnut reclaimed his title Friday at the Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot-dog eating contest after after skipping last year’s gastronomic battle in New York for the coveted Mustard Belt. Chestnut, 41, consumed 70 1/2 hot dogs and buns in 10 minutes, falling short... more »

• Delegate from Ascension Parish will attend Boys Nation in Washington

  July 3, 2025 9:32 AM

  HAMMOND - An incoming senior at East Ascension High School will be one of two Louisiana delegates to attend the 2025 Boys Nation conference, a chance for teenagers to learn about leadership and citizenship at every level. Boys Nation is hosted each year in Washington and gives boys from... more »

• Pentagon leaders double down on the destruction from US attacks on Iran Play Video

  June 26, 2025 9:50 AM

  WASHINGTON (AP) — The Pentagon’s top leaders doubled down Thursday on how destructive the U.S. attacks had been on Iran’s nuclear facilities and described in detail the study and planning behind the bombing mission. In a rare Pentagon news briefing, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Gen. Dan Caine, chairman... more »

• The Tigers are back in Baton Rouge with 8th CWS title; officials announce victory celebration at Alex Box Play Video

  June 23, 2025 9:57 AM

  BATON ROUGE - After a whirlwind weekend that ended with the Tigers' eighth national baseball title, LSU invited fans to welcome the team home this week! The Tigers touched down in Baton Rouge just before 2 p.m. on Monday and a National Championship Celebration will be held in Alex... more »

• Ponchatoula man arrested for allegedly setting fire to home with three people inside

  June 20, 2025 10:53 AM

  PONCHATOULA - A man was arrested for his alleged involvement in a March house fire that happened at a home with three people inside. The State Fire Marshals Office said the fire happened on March 5 at a mobile home on East Hoffman Road in Tangipahoa Parish. Three people... more »

• Thursday AM Forecast: Fewer Storms, Rising Temps Into the Weekend Play Video

  June 19, 2025 4:38 AM

  Hot, humid weather sticks around Thursday with a few afternoon storms possible. Summer kicks off this weekend with mid-90s heat and only spotty showers for relief. Today & Tonight: Expect a hot day with morning temps in the 70s quickly warming to the low 90s by afternoon. A few... more »

• Supreme Court OKs Tennessee ban on gender-affirming care for minors, big loss for transgender rights

  June 18, 2025 10:28 AM

  WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court on Wednesday upheld Tennessee’s ban on gender-affirming care for transgender minors, a stunning setback to transgender rights. The justices’ 6-3 decision in a case from Tennessee effectively protects from legal challenges many efforts by President Donald Trump’s Republican administration and state governments to... more »

• The 'poet laureate' of summer is dead. Beach Boys' Brian Wilson was 82 Play Video

  June 11, 2025 1:03 PM

  Brian Wilson, the Beach Boys’ visionary and fragile leader whose genius for melody, arrangements and wide-eyed self-expression inspired “Good Vibrations,” “California Girls” and other summertime anthems and made him one of the world’s most influential recording artists, has died at 82. Wilson's family posted news of his death to... more »

• Volunteers host community health fair in White Castle

  June 7, 2025 12:03 PM

  WHITE CASTLE - Volunteers hosted a community health fair Saturday featuring free health screenings and live entertainment. The Health Festival was held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the White Castle Community Center Saturday. Attendees could take advantage of free health screenings and immunizations, employment opportunities, free... more »

• Thursday's Health Report: LDH aims to reduce opioid deaths in pregnant women and young moms Play Video

  June 5, 2025 5:26 PM

  BATON ROUGE - The Louisiana Department of Health announced a new campaign aiming to lower fatality rates for pregnant women and young moms. Project M.O.M., which stands for Maternal Overdose Mortality, brings awareness to accidental opioid overdose, which is the leading cause of death in pregnant women in Louisiana... more »

• Port Vincent home a total loss after Thursday fire, firefighter carried off on stretcher Play Video

  June 5, 2025 3:39 PM

  PORT VINCENT - A Port Vincent home was destroyed in a fire and at least one firefighter was injured while trying to combat the flames. The Livingston Parish Fire Protection District 4 posted pictures of the fire that happened along Cove Lane on Thursday afternoon. The scene was... more »

• Taylor Swift has regained control of her music, buys back first 6 albums Play Video

  May 30, 2025 2:00 PM

  NEW YORK (AP) — Taylor Swift has regained control over her entire body of work. In a lengthy note posted to her official website on Friday, Swift announced: “All of the music I’ve ever made now belongs to me.” The pop star said she purchased her catalog of... more »

• BREC Commission announces transition in leadership Play Video

  May 30, 2025 10:38 AM

  BATON ROUGE - After BREC Superintendent Corey Wilson announced he would not be seeking a contract renewal with the park system, the commission announced its new interim superintendent, set to take office in June. BREC selected Janet Simmons to serve as the interim superintendent for the park system. Simmons'... more »

• One Tank Trips: Top Golf Play Video

  May 29, 2025 6:15 PM

  BATON ROUGE, La. — Who doesn't love a round of golf outdoors? But when the Louisiana heat hits, sometimes you need a break. This One Tank Trip takes us somewhere more climate-controlled, where the weather's a little more on par. "We love to have fun... everyday it’s about our... more »

• Conditions set on bond for man allegedly involved in Southern student's hazing death Play Video

  May 29, 2025 11:40 AM

  BATON ROUGE - Caleb McCray , one of the men facing charges for his alleged involvement in the hazing death of Southern student Caleb Wilson, had a bond hearing Thursday morning in which a judge set stipulations on his bond. McCray was arrested following Wilson's death in February .... more »

• Search suspended for a missing man in Swiss glacier collapse that destroyed 90% of an Alpine village Play Video

  May 29, 2025 11:25 AM

  GENEVA (AP) — The search for a missing 64-year-old man was suspended Thursday because of unsafe conditions after a huge mass of rock and ice from a glacier crashed down a Swiss mountainside the day before. The landslide sent plumes of dust skyward and coated with mud nearly all... more »

• Wednesday PM Forecast: Stormy stretch continues, but an end is in sight Play Video

  May 28, 2025 2:21 PM

  Additional rounds of storms are likely through the end of the week. But as the rain departs, an uncommon delight for the time of year will emerge. Tonight & Tomorrow: Showers and thunderstorms will continue into the evening, making for a soggy start to the night.... more »

• Baton Rouge Police arrest man suspected of robbing multiple people, luring them in online Play Video

  May 27, 2025 7:23 PM

  BATON ROUGE - The Baton Rouge Police Department arrested a man suspected of luring victims online before robbing them at gunpoint multiple times, officials said. Vennie Elphage allegedly robbed multiple people in the LSU area through April and May; BRPD had at least three cases where they suspected Elphage.... more »

• One person taken to hospital after shooting at Baton Rouge McDonald's Play Video

  May 24, 2025 2:28 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Detectives are investigating a shooting that happened at McDonald's on South Sherwood Forest Boulevard on Saturday afternoon. The Baton Rouge Police Department said detectives were on the scene around 1 p.m. Saturday. One person was taken to the hospital; their condition is unknown. This is... more »

• Flags planted on Capitol lawn to honor those who gave ultimate sacrifice Play Video

  May 24, 2025 9:41 AM

  BATON ROUGE - Louisiana organizations are honoring Memorial Day with a ruck march followed by the planting of flags on the Capitol lawn to represent Louisiana natives who sacrificed their lives. Saturday, Blue Star Mothers and the For Our Fallen organization hosted a six-mile ruck walk from LSU Memorial... more »

• Chris Brown granted bail by UK court ahead of world tour

  May 21, 2025 9:15 AM

  LONDON - US singer Chris Brown was on Wednesday granted bail by a London court after he was charged with a serious assault, clearing the way for his world tour to begin next month. That tour includes a stop in New Orleans in mid-October this year. Brown has... more »

• Wednesday AM Forecast: Humidity relief behind front, Next rainmaker arrives by Memorial Day Play Video

  May 21, 2025 5:43 AM

  A weak cold front is giving us a short-lived break from the sticky heat, with slightly cooler mornings and warm, sunny afternoons through Friday. Just in time for Memorial Day weekend, the humidity creeps back in—with an increasing chance of rain as well. Today & Tomorrow: A weak cold... more »

• Advocates call for expanded funding for early childhood education Play Video

  May 20, 2025 11:43 AM

  BATON ROUGE - Advocates on Tuesday called for the state legislature to allot more funding to early childhood education, which they say would strengthen children's futures and boost the state economy. Members of the Ready Louisiana Coalition were at the Capitol Tuesday morning to highlight the need for investment... more »

• Arrested NOLA jail worker says he helped inmates to escape after stabbing threat; six still on lam Play Video

  May 20, 2025 10:31 AM

  NEW ORLEANS (AP) — A New Orleans jail maintenance worker has been arrested after admitting he turned water off to a toilet covering a hole in a cell wall, allowing 10 men to squeeze through the gap and escape the facility. The inmates pulled off the daring escape from... more »

• Biotechnology company Regeneron buying 23andMe for $256 million

  May 20, 2025 6:53 AM

  Biotechnology company Regeneron Pharmaceuticals is buying 23andMe for $256 million, two months after the genetic testing company filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. In March 23andMe said that it was looking to sell “substantially all of its assets” through a court-approved reorganization plan. Its co-founder and CEO Anne Wojcicki... more »

• 2une In Previews: 2025 InvestFest Play Video

  May 19, 2025 8:00 AM

  BATON ROUGE - On June 7, you can enjoy a late crawfish boil while supporting helping children make intelligent financial decisions. Proceeds from the 2025 InvestFest will go toward the Middleburg Institute, a nonpartisan 501c3, charitable organization whose mission is to raise the economic, educational and social level of... more »

• Police investigating deadly shooting early Friday morning Play Video

  May 16, 2025 11:38 AM

  BATON ROUGE - Police are investigating a deadly shooting that happened early Friday morning. The Baton Rouge Police Department said the shooting happened in the 1600 block of Blanche Court. Brian Keith Lee, 52, was found in a home there with a life-threatening gunshot wound. He was taken... more »

• 2une In Previews: National EMS Academy Play Video

  May 15, 2025 10:23 AM

  BATON ROUGE - In response to a high demand for EMTs, the National EMS Academy is offering a discount for any locals who want to become an EMT in less than 12 weeks. The class will get you EMT certified for only $400. Acadian EMTs were live on... more »

• 2une In Previews: Louisiana Cann Festival Play Video

  May 15, 2025 8:17 AM

  BATON ROUGE - This weekend, the Louisiana Cann Festival will take place from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Galvez Plaza in Baton Rouge. Festival organizers spoke on 2une In about what attendees can expect. You can find more information on the festival's website here . more »

• Thursday AM Forecast: Hot, humid and rain-free into the weekend Play Video

  May 15, 2025 4:37 AM

  A stretch of hot, sunny weather has arrived in the Capital Region, with temperatures reaching the low 90s for the first time this year and humidity making it feel even warmer. Today & Tonight: After a cloudy and warm start in the 70s early Thursday, breezy south winds will... more »

• Police arrest man for fatal armed robbery that left 30-year-old dead Play Video

  May 14, 2025 12:23 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Police arrested a man allegedly involved in a fatal armed robbery that happened in April. Latrell Daniels, 20, was arrested Tuesday for one count each of first-degree murder and armed robbery, the Baton Rouge Police Department said. The robbery and shooting happened on April 12... more »

• Baton Rouge flooring store invites truck drivers to participate in Food Truck Fridays

  May 14, 2025 11:47 AM

  BATON ROUGE - Floor & Decor on Professional Boulevard is starting Food Truck Fridays, a way to gather people and food truck drivers together to start summer off right. The first Food Truck Friday will be held on June 20 at the furniture store on 10021 Professional Boulevard. ... more »

• 2une In discusses Louisiana tourism renaissance after Super Bowl success Play Video

  May 12, 2025 1:46 PM

  BATON ROUGE - On the heels of Super Bowl LIX 's success in the Big Easy, officials are talking about how Louisiana can keep the momentum and keep the state as a tourist destination. The success of Super Bowl LIX proved what statewide collaboration can achieve, delivering economic growth... more »

• IDEA seniors get accepted into college, including one who used to ride his bike to school every day Play Video

  May 9, 2025 1:29 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Thursday, IDEA Bridge and Innovation College Preparatory Schools celebrated their first senior classes. Their College Signing Day was held at the East Baton Rouge Parish State Library and celebrated the seniors' acceptance into four-year college programs all around the country. The school system also highlighted... more »

• Second specialized brain injury unit in the state opens in Baton Rouge Play Video

  May 9, 2025 10:52 AM

  BATON ROUGE - A new specialized brain injury unit is available for use at the Baton Rouge Rehab Hospital. The unit will service patients who have experienced severe brain trauma from a stroke, motor vehicle accident or other incident. Currently, only one other hospital in the state, in... more »