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  • Spring snowstorm hits central states, pushes east

    March 25, 2013 8:12 AM

    KANSAS CITY, Mo. - Spring is buried under winter in parts of the Midwest and the storm continues to move east. The National Weather Service has issued storm warnings and advisories for as far east as Pennsylvania, and officials are blaming two deaths in separate crashes in Kansas and... more »
  • Health stories for Feb. 4, 2013 Play Video

    February 4, 2013 6:13 PM

    UNDATED - Here are today's 2 Your Health stories for Feb. 4, 2013 - Scientists may be able to better forecast to flu, thanks to how you search online. Researchers with the CDC have worked with Google studying search patterns. They say people who search for terms... more »
  • Great white shark moves back to northeast

    January 31, 2013 11:11 AM

    CHARLESTON, S.C. - The great white shark known as Mary Lee is headed north again after spending a number of weeks this winter along the Southeast coast. The 3,500-pound shark was off Long Island, N.Y, on Thursday. Earlier, Mary Lee traveled as far south as Jacksonville Beach, Fla. Shark researcher... more »
  • Soul searching in focus as GOP gathers in NC

    January 23, 2013 4:01 PM

    CHARLOTTE, N.C. - Republican soul searching begins in earnest this week as GOP officials from across the nation come together for the first time since their party's November shellacking. There is broad agreement that the Republican Party needs to undergo fundamental changes to remain competitive. But there is no clear... more »
  • Midwest remains locked in deep freeze

    January 23, 2013 6:21 AM

    MADISON, Wis. - The Upper Midwest remains locked in the deep freeze, with bitter temperatures stretching into a fourth day across several states. The cold snap arrived Saturday night as waves of Arctic air swept south from Canada, pushing temperatures to dangerous lows and leaving a section of the... more »
  • Parts of Southeast digging out from snow

    January 18, 2013 6:07 AM

    ATLANTA - Parts of the Southeast are digging out Friday from a winter storm that dumped snow around the region and played a role in at least one death. In Virginia, the areas hardest hit Thursday and Friday are in the southwest, where the National Weather Service says 13... more »
  • Storm whips into Northeast bringing snow, rain

    December 27, 2012 7:26 AM

    CONCORD, N.H. - The death toll from a powerful winter storm that pushed through the nation's midsection into the Northeast has risen to 12. The storm has dropped about a foot in some parts of the Northeast Thursday, a day after it dumped a record snowfall in Arkansas and... more »
  • ABC's of year-round skin care Play Video

    November 26, 2012 5:03 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Taking good care of your skin means applying sunscreen year-round, not just during the summer months. Dr. Z talks to WBRZ's Rosa Flores about her ABC's of good skin care. She talks SPF and options for oily and dry skin. If you have questions for... more »
  • Makeup tips for fall, winter Play Video

    November 15, 2012 5:08 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Fall and winter carry new trends when it comes to makeup, so News 2 brought in makeup artist Brandie Hopstein to give some tips and suggestions on seasonal styles. Hopstein does makeup for production companies filming movies in Louisiana, and says there are four trends that... more »
  • Hybrid of Sandy, winter storm threatens East Coast

    October 25, 2012 1:20 PM

    WASHINGTON - Government forecasters say a big storm that they're calling "Frankenstorm" is likely to blast most of the U.S. East Coast next week. The storm is an unusual mix of a hurricane and a winter storm. The worst of it could be focused around New York City and New... more »
  • Goodbye La Nina: Will drought, hurricanes also go?

    May 3, 2012 12:33 PM

    WASHINGTON - The La Nina weather phenomenon is over. Forecasters say that's good news for the drought in the South and hurricane areas along the coasts. The National Weather Service pronounced the two-year La Nina finished on Thursday. La Nina is the flip side of El Nino and is caused... more »
  • Winter storm , high winds and snow

    April 23, 2012 12:16 PM

    BUFFALO - A nor'easter is bringing a taste of winter to communities that were basking in record warmth a month ago. The storm churned up the Northeast on Monday packing high winds, soaking rain and springtime snow. Some schools are closed and there are fears of widespread power outages. Utilities... more »
  • Lawn maintenance crews, nurseries booming Play Video

    January 20, 2012 5:38 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Velton Ross says his lawn service normally has a lull for about three weeks during the winter. The mild weather conditions prevented that from happening this year. Ross says that is good financially and good for his physical condition. He says he has not gained weight... more »
  • Vandals wanted for destroying Christmas decorations Play Video

    December 21, 2011 10:19 AM

    WALKER - Vandals who destroyed Christmas decorations in a Walker park last night are wanted today by police. City officials say inflatable Christmas decorations at Sidney Hutchinson Park were slashed Tuesday night. Officials are working to repair the park facilities as quickly as possible and are trying to... more »
  • Tips to stay safe while warming up your home

    October 18, 2011 5:45 PM

    BATON ROUGE - As the weather cools down, firefighters are reminding people to make sure they stay safe if they turn on portable space heaters. Space heaters cause more than 2,500 house fires a year across the U. S., according to the U. S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The... more »
  • Coffee, movies, shelter priority during BR wintry weather

    February 3, 2011 10:55 PM

    BATON ROUGE - While DOTD and street crews have been working through the weather, News 2 found many people around town with other plans to get through this cold and ice. At one gas station in Baton Rouge, customers were in and out all day, but fuel hasn't been the... more »
  • LSU closes campus Friday due to weather

    February 3, 2011 4:07 PM

    Press Release from LSU: BATON ROUGE - With winter weather in the area creating hazardous travel conditions, LSU will be closed through Friday evening. All classes and events scheduled after 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 3, and classes and events all day and evening on Friday, Feb. 4, have... more »
  • EBR Schools closed on Friday, Feb. 4

    February 3, 2011 1:39 PM

    Below is a statement from EBR Parish School System regarding classes being canceled on Friday, Feb. 4: "Due to the possibility of inclement winter weather in the Baton Rouge area overnight and into the morning hours, all schools and administrative offices in the East Baton Rouge Parish School System... more »
  • School, business closings for Friday, Feb. 4

    February 3, 2011 12:10 PM

    Friday, Feb. 4 Closures: Note: Catholic Diocese schools close when their respective civil parish schools are also closed. SCHOOLS ACS Montessori Preschool Advance BR Charter Schools Amite County Public Schools Amite Christian School Ascension Public Schools Ascension Prepatory School Assumption Parish Schools Baker Schools Baton Rouge International School... more »
  • School, business closings for Thursday, Feb. 3

    February 2, 2011 5:19 PM

    These schools and businesses have reported they will be closed because of expected inclement weather on Thursday, Feb. 3: SCHOOLS: Ascension Christian High School, Gonzales Ascension Preparatory School Ascension Public Schools Associated Builders and Contractors Training Center, Baton Rouge Baton Rouge Community College Bogalusa Public Schools BREC after-school programs,... more »
  • Blast of winter weather grips parts of the South

    January 9, 2011 10:45 AM

    A blast of winter weather gripped parts of the South on Sunday, bringing snow, sleet and freezing rain that coated bridges and roads and causing hundreds of flight cancellations. Louisiana Gov. Bobby Jindal declared a state of emergency in preparation for severe conditions. He said the weather is likely... more »
  • Preparing for the freeze

    December 12, 2010 6:34 PM

    BATON ROUGE- As the mercury drops in thermometers across the Capital City several folks began bundling up to beat the blustery weather. "I usually bundle up, put on extra layers, extra hats, extra layers of clothing, to stay warm, I have some ear muffs, of course I don't have... more »
  • Louisiana fishing forecast is out

    April 19, 2010 10:55 AM

    Louisiana fishing experts said look for steady reds but spotty to widely scattered specks early, turning to steady specks and reds by midway in the season, with heavy downpours of both species possibly late. In other words, speckled trout fishing might get off to a slow start, but things... more »
  • Wind could be the real concern in snowy Northeast

    February 25, 2010 11:33 AM

    Forecasters say the worst of the latest snowstorm to hit the Northeast is yet to come. And it could be strong winds, rather than the foot or more of snow expected in some places, that wreaks the most havoc. Forecasters say that winds could reach 45 mph across a swath... more »
  • Grocery stores get rush before winter weather

    February 11, 2010 3:16 PM

    With winter weather on the way to the greater Baton Rouge area, people are hitting grocery stores to stock up on supplies for the next few days. Some people worry if the roads become icy or a significant amount of snow falls, they could be stuck in their homes.... more »
  • DOTD issues winter weather travel advisory

    January 6, 2010 2:02 PM

    With the possibility of snow, rain and sleet in the forecast for Thursday, the state Department of Transportation and Development announced they are prepared to deal with winter weather conditions. DOTD officials say they will be monitoring the roads for ice, and crews will be on standby to apply... more »
  • BRCC changes exam times due to winter weather

    December 4, 2009 1:29 PM

    Baton Rouge Community College is changing its final exam schedule for this weekend due to possible snow. Final exams scheduled for Friday at four p.m. and seven p.m. have been rescheduled for the same times Wednesday, Dec. 9. Exams scheduled for Saturday at nine a.m. will now be... more »
  • Charity Auction for Pat's Coats for Kids

    November 16, 2009 6:42 AM

    Coldwell Banker ONE is having an auction to help raise money for Pat's Coats for Kids. Diane Moran and Brenda Temple joined Whitney Vann with a look at what's up for grabs. Coldwell Banker ONE 2nd Annual Charity Auction benefiting Pat's Coats for Kids Wednesday, November 18, 2009 Ralph &... more »
  • Pat's Coats for Kids begins 21st year

    November 2, 2009 8:26 AM

    Today, Pat Shingleton kicks off the 21st year of Pat's Coats for Kids. Over the years, Pat Shingleton and WBRZ have given away over 172,000 coats, warming hearts across eleven parishes. This year Pat's Coats for Kids needs your help, to give every child in our community warmth this winter.... more »
  • Staying warm with gas won't be as expensive

    October 6, 2009 8:11 PM

    If you heat with natural gas in winter, your bill won't be as high this winter because natural gas prices are way down. The Energy Information Administration says those homeowners may start seeing their lowest bills in the past five years. It could be an average savings of more than... more »

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