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• Thursday PM Forecast: one last chill before the holiday warmup Play Video

  December 18, 2025 4:36 PM

  If you enjoyed the spring-like warmth on Thursday, you’re in luck because, after a very brief reality check Friday, temperatures are heading right back into the 70s just in time for the peak of the holiday season. Friday: crisp Saturday: warming Sunday & Monday: muggy, clouds, isolated... more »

• Man arrested for allegedly pulling woman out of car at gunpoint Play Video

  December 17, 2025 7:37 PM

  BATON ROUGE - The Baton Rouge Police Department arrested a man for allegedly dragging a woman out of a car at gunpoint. According to arrest records, on March 9, police arrived at a home on Sycamore Street after receiving a report that a male flashed a gun at a... more »

• Overdose numbers in East Baton Rouge Parish are trending down for the fifth year Play Video

  December 17, 2025 6:43 PM

  BATON ROUGE - For five years, fatal overdose numbers in East Baton Rouge have trended down. From a record high in 2021, the numbers steadily decreased over the past few years. The consensus among experts has been that while the downward trend is great to see, they say there is... more »

• Wednesday PM Forecast: Patchy dense fog, showers signaling the approach of a cold front Play Video

  December 17, 2025 6:31 PM

  Fog and a few showers will be possible on Thursday ahead of another cold front. Its passage will bring a brief, one-day dip in temperatures before the heat builds back in through the weekend and into Christmas week. Tonight & Tomorrow: Clouds will persist for a good chunk of... more »

• Man arrested after woman allegedly finds hidden cameras in her home Play Video

  December 17, 2025 12:23 PM

  BATON ROUGE - The Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office arrested a man on video voyeurism charges on Tuesday after a woman claimed to have found hidden cameras in the air vents of her home. According to arrest records, on Nov. 12, the woman told detectives that she found what... more »

• City installs 'Red Stick' downtown as local version of New Year's Eve ball Play Video

  December 16, 2025 7:25 PM

  BATON ROUGE — City leaders have begun preparing for New Year's Eve as crews installed the "Red Stick" in downtown Baton Rouge. The local version of the famous New Year's Eve Ball in New York was erected at the North Boulevard Town Square near City Hall. The "Red... more »

• Deputies: Baton Rouge man hits 2 vehicles with woman's car, then threatens to run her over Play Video

  December 16, 2025 5:24 PM

  BATON ROUGE — A Baton Rouge man allegedly threatened to run a woman over after getting into two hit-and-run wrecks in her car while he was supposed to have been picking her up from work, according to the East Baton Rouge Sheriff's Office. Arrest documents say Allen Walters, 42,... more »

• Bystander to badge: Man who stopped would-be two-time bank robber now on his way to becoming deputy Play Video

  December 16, 2025 4:46 PM

  BATON ROUGE - A Baton Rouge man is on his way to becoming a full-time East Baton Rouge Sheriff's deputy after stopping a robbery this year. In May, officials say Brandon Searles stopped 51-year-old Quarel Harris' attempt at robbing the Region Bank on South Sherwood Forest Boulevard. Searles, a... more »

• Tuesday PM Forecast: Freeze threat over, warmer days ahead with periodic rain chances Play Video

  December 16, 2025 3:33 PM

  The freeze threat has ended, giving way to warmer days and periodic rain chances. There are no signs of another Arctic blast at least through Christmas and possibly the end of the year. Tonight & Tomorrow: Bitter cold is now in the past, with no freezes anticipated moving forward.... more »

• Monday PM Forecast: One more freezing night followed by a big temperature turnaround Play Video

  December 15, 2025 5:34 PM

  While still getting below freezing in most neighborhoods early Tuesday, a slight warming trend will begin. Further temperature improvements will become more dramatic throughout the rest of the week. Tonight & Tomorrow: Expect another cold night ahead, but it will not be anything like Monday morning’s deep freeze. Lows... more »

• New Southern head football coach Marshall Faulk to make $1.2M over 3 years Play Video

  December 15, 2025 5:33 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Southern University's head football coach, Marshall Faulk, will make $1.2 million over three years in his new role. The Super Bowl winner's contract, acquired by WBRZ, pays $400,000 per year for a three-year term. The contract also includes a $950,000 pool for assistant coaches' salaries. ... more »

• Man arrested for allegedly running person over, breaking both their legs Play Video

  December 15, 2025 5:14 PM

  BATON ROUGE — A Baton Rouge man was arrested for allegedly running someone over and breaking both of their legs, according to the Baton Rouge Police Department. Recco Spears, 32, is accused of running a man over outside a Byron Avenue home near Plank Road on Friday. An... more »

• Gonzales Police attempting to identify woman accused of stealing from Tanger Mall Play Video

  December 15, 2025 12:08 PM

  GONZALES — The Gonzales Police Department is attempting to identify a woman accused of stealing a pair of boots valued at $59.99 from Shoe Lovers in Tanger Mall. Authorities say the alleged theft happened on Dec. 11 around 6:10 p.m. If you have any information regarding her identity,... more »

• Sunday PM Forecast: Extended freeze tonight with hard freeze possible Play Video

  December 14, 2025 7:18 PM

  A COLD WEATHER ADVISORY will be in effect from 9 p.m. Sunday through 9 a.m. Monday for the entire region. This means that temperatures or wind chills will drop low to pose a risk of hypothermia if proper precautions aren’t taken. Morning lows will fall into the mid-20s for much... more »

• Man injured in shooting not believed to be intended target according to police Play Video

  December 14, 2025 2:02 PM

  BATON ROUGE - The Baton Rouge Police Department responded to a shooting on Saturday that left one man injured near Gus Young Avenue. According to the department, the shooting occurred around 4:30 p.m. on the 1400 block of North 49th Street when a man walking with his family was... more »

• Manship Theatre hosts performance of Amahl and the Night Visitors Play Video

  December 14, 2025 12:40 PM

  BATON ROUGE - The Manship Theatre is hosting a performance of Amahl and the Night Visitors in Baton Rouge to celebrate the holiday season. Originally created for television by Gian Carlo Menotti and based on Italian folk tales, the opera retells the story of the Nativity from the point... more »

• Port Allen man arrested for allegedly possessing child pornography Play Video

  December 14, 2025 10:29 AM

  PORT ALLEN - The West Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office announced on Sunday that a Port Allen man was arrested following an investigation by detectives with the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force. According to the sheriff's office, detectives opened an investigation following a tip they received from the... more »

• Pedestrian struck by vehicle on North Foster Drive, in 'serious' condition Play Video

  December 13, 2025 10:04 PM

  BATON ROUGE — A pedestrian was taken to the hospital after being struck by a vehicle on North Foster Drive Saturday night, according to Baton Rouge EMS. The crash happened around 8:30 p.m. on North Foster Drive, near North Street. Officials said the person struck is in "serious"... more »

• BREC hosts its annual 'Let It Sneaux' event in Perkins Road Community Park Play Video

  December 13, 2025 3:35 PM

  BATON ROUGE — BREC hosted its annual Let It Sneaux holiday event on Saturday at the Perkins Road Community Park. The event, hosted in partnership with The Children's Entrepreneur Market, invited guests of all ages to stroll through the Mini Maker's Market, where local 'kidpreneurs' ranging from five to... more »

• DA says removal of 19th JDC judge removal will not negatively affect criminal court Play Video

  December 12, 2025 5:18 PM

  BATON ROUGE - The Louisiana Supreme Court removed Tiffany Foxworth-Roberts from the 19th Judicial District Court on Thursday, leaving civil cases and one criminal case awaiting a new judge. In her removal, the Supreme Court cited concerns that Foxworth-Roberts misled voters and law enforcement. EBR Parish District Attorney... more »

• LSU running back, Baton Rouge native Kaleb Jackson entering transfer portal, reports say

  December 12, 2025 1:10 PM

  BATON ROUGE — LSU running back Kaleb Jackson is entering the transfer portal, according to Rivals' Hayes Fawcett . The 6-foot, 234-pound junior totaled 331 rushing yards and four touchdowns in three seasons at LSU. Tiger fans will likely remember him for his run against Mississippi State in... more »

• LSU cornerback, long snapper named to SEC All-Freshman Team

  December 11, 2025 3:30 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Two true-freshman LSU players were named to the SEC Coaches' Freshman All-SEC Team on Thursday. Cornerback DJ Pickett and long snapper Silas Hall both earned freshman all-conference honors. In 12 games this year, Pickett made 30 tackles, broke up two passes and pulled in three... more »

• Kansas woman who barricaded herself in BR motel sentenced to life without parole for murder

  December 10, 2025 5:02 PM

  BATON ROUGE - A Kansas woman convicted of murder after a missing Georgia man's body parts were discovered by a couple in 2023 was sentenced to life in prison without parole. Danetta Knoblauch of Wichita, Kan., was found guilty of multiple charges, including felony murder, aggravated assault, aggravated battery,... more »

• 1 indicted for manslaughter, 4 others face charges in hazing death of Southern student Caleb Wilson Play Video

  December 10, 2025 2:41 PM

  BATON ROUGE — A grand jury indicted five men in the hazing death of Southern University student Caleb Wilson on Wednesday. After being arrested in March, 23-year-old Caleb McCray , 28-year-old Isaiah Smith and 25-year-old Kyle Thurman were indicted on felony hazing charges. McCray was also indicted on a... more »

• TEAM 2 TRAFFIC: I-10 West reopened after wreck on Bonnet Carre Spillway Bridge

  December 10, 2025 1:16 PM

  LAPLACE — All lanes were reopened Wednesday afternoon after a wreck shut down I-10 West on the Bonnet Carre Spillway Bridge for hours. According to Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development traffic maps, the crash happened around 10:30 a.m. As of around 11:20 a.m., traffic was backed up for... more »

• Tuesday PM Forecast: Warmer days ahead, Capital Area shaking off the cold Play Video

  December 9, 2025 4:36 PM

  The Capital Area is finally shaking off the cold, meaning warmer afternoons and more sunshine will make outdoor plans easier through the rest of the week. Tonight & Tomorrow: Frost should not be a major issue moving forward. The night will begin on a mostly clear note, allowing temperatures... more »

• Two LSU defensive backs named first-team All-SEC, five total Tigers honored Play Video

  December 9, 2025 4:17 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Two LSU defensive backs were named first-team All-SEC by league coaches on Tuesday, with other Tigers receiving second and third-team honors. Cornerback and Jim Thorpe Award finalist Mansoor Delane and safety A.J. Haulcy were recognized on the all-conference first team. The two were crucial parts... more »

• Louisiana cutting only one Medicaid contract after initially saying it'd end two, LDH confirms Play Video

  December 9, 2025 1:54 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Gov. Jeff Landry’s administration ended contracts with one of the six companies that provide Medicaid insurance in Louisiana after initially saying it would end contracts with two companies. Seth Gold, Louisiana’s Medicaid director, sent short letters last week to the CEOs of Aetna Better Health of... more »

• Woman accused of shooting man after he intervened in argument at Motel 6 Play Video

  December 9, 2025 1:03 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Baton Rouge Police arrested a woman for allegedly shooting a man in the stairwell of a Motel 6 on Gwenadele Drive because he intervened in an argument she was having. According to arrest documents, 18-year-old Anijah Rogers got upset at the man on Nov. 19 for... more »

• Two women accused of sneaking drugs into East Baton Rouge Parish Prison Play Video

  December 8, 2025 8:28 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Two women were arrested after allegedly sneaking drugs into the East Baton Rouge Parish Prison on Sunday night, according to the East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office. Arrest documents say an EBRSO deputy was patrolling when he noticed a car pull up alongside the back of... more »

• Baton Rouge Leaders honor Veterans and Active Duty Service members with Military Christmas tree Play Video

  December 8, 2025 6:39 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Baton Rouge city leaders held a ceremony on Monday to honor veterans during the Christmas season. They lit up a military holiday hero Christmas Tree with more than 200 names of Veterans and Active Duty Service Members placed on the tree. The Mayor's Council of... more »

• Dozens gather at Baton Rouge City Hall to protest proposed budget cuts Play Video

  December 8, 2025 5:27 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Dozens of people gathered outside of Baton Rouge City Hall on Monday afternoon to protest proposed cuts to next year's budget. Their primary concern was the reduction in funding for the public defender's office. City and community leaders took to the microphone, arguing that the... more »

• BRPD: Alleged robber forced man at gunpoint to withdraw money from banks, buy cigarettes Play Video

  December 8, 2025 5:20 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Two men were hanging out at an apartment when one of them allegedly decided to rob the other at gunpoint, having him drive to multiple banks and withdraw money, according to the Baton Rouge Police Department. According to Baton Rouge Police documents, 18-year-old Daniel McCoy and... more »

• Monday PM Forecast: Chilly start to the week, but jackets may soon get a rest Play Video

  December 8, 2025 4:30 PM

  While another chilly start in the 30s is expected Tuesday, jackets may get a break later in the week as increasing sunshine moves temperatures higher. Tonight & Tomorrow: After showing no signs of breaking earlier in the day, low clouds finally gave way quickly after lunchtime. This will set... more »

• Sistars of Empowerment hosts Louisiana Cultural Music and Arts Festival Play Video

  December 7, 2025 3:19 PM

  BATON ROUGE - The Sistars of Empowerment hosted its inaugural Louisiana Cultural Music and Arts Festival on Sunday in downtown Baton Rouge. The festival featured over 20 live performances across three stages, showcasing a mix of music, dancers, poets, and cultural storytellers celebrating the soul of the bayou state.... more »

• Baton Rouge animal shelter asks for emergency foster parents due to overcrowding

  December 6, 2025 12:55 PM

  BATON ROUGE - An animal shelter in Baton Rouge is asking the public for help as it urgently searches for emergency foster parents and adopters for at least 40 dogs. The Companion Animal Alliance released a message on Friday asking the public to help foster animals as the shelter... more »

• Friday PM Forecast: Nuisance showers sticking around into the weekend Play Video

  December 5, 2025 5:49 PM

  Nuisance showers will linger through the weekend, so keep rain in mind when making plans. Stay a step ahead with the Storm Station Mobile App, featuring live radar and constantly updated hour-by-hour forecasts — click HERE to download. ... more »

• Another man arrested for allegedly shooting at three women during November drug deal Play Video

  December 5, 2025 4:32 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Baton Rouge Police arrested another man on Thursday for shooting at three women trying to buy marijuana. According to arrest documents, three women were trying to buy weed from 29-year-old Kunta Taylor at Clarksdale Apartment on Swan Avenue on Nov. 19. When they arrived, they saw... more »

• Employee's relative at contractor business accused of stealing nearly $2,000 through fraudulent checks

  December 5, 2025 3:43 PM

  BATON ROUGE — An employee's relative at CDR General Contractors allegedly stole $1,900 from the business by writing fraudulent checks in the name of a former employee and depositing them into another person's account. Nicholas Spears, 24, was arrested Thursday by the Baton Rouge Police Department on felony charges... more »

• 21-year-old Southern student allegedly killed by burglars during break-in along Scenic Highway Play Video

  December 5, 2025 3:01 PM

  BATON ROUGE — A 21-year-old Southern student was killed in a possible home invasion along Scenic Highway on Wednesday evening. The Baton Rouge Police Department said Donovan Pugh was shot and killed at a home along Scenic near 78th Avenue around 5:50 p.m. Investigators believe burglars killed Pugh during... more »

• LSU rescinds plan to raise football ticket prices weeks after Landry criticism Play Video

  December 5, 2025 2:11 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Weeks after Gov. Jeff Landry criticized LSU's decision to raise ticket prices amid a ho-hum 2025 season, the Tigers announced Friday that admission prices for games in 2026 will remain the same next year. LSU's announcement made no mention of Landry in its brief announcement, instead... more »

• Pat's Coats for Kids distributes thousands of coats to keep kids warm Play Video

  December 5, 2025 2:09 PM

  BATON ROUGE - As distribution day for Pat's Coats for Kids started Friday, school counselors arrived early as they picked up thousands of coats for students. For 38 years, Pat's Coats for Kids has been dedicated to keeping children warm. Spearheaded by WBRZ's long-time weatherman, Pat Shingleton, the program... more »

• Baton Rouge woman arrested for allegedly abandoning two young children at a motel Play Video

  December 5, 2025 12:35 PM

  PORT ALLEN - A woman was arrested on Tuesday after allegedly abandoning her two young children in a motel room, according to the West Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office. Deputies responded to a local motel after two young children, a 4-year-old and an 11-month-old, were found alone inside a... more »

• Thursday PM Forecast: Damp pattern continues, easing out of it by next week Play Video

  December 4, 2025 4:19 PM

  The heaviest rain has passed, but expect the cool and damp pattern to linger. Additional rain of up to 1" with locally higher amounts is possible on Friday and Saturday. Brighter, drier weather will return by early next week. Tonight & Tomorrow: After getting drenched on Thursday, overall shower... more »

• Mayor-President Sid Edwards cancels plans to merge EMS and fire department Play Video

  December 3, 2025 3:11 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Mayor-President Sid Edwards has canceled the city's plans to merge its fire department and EMS services into one agency, he said at a Wednesday press conference. Edwards announced the merger proposal in June with the intention "to create a more unified and responsive emergency services system.”... more »

• Trump says National Guard will soon deploy to Louisiana, separate from 'Swamp Sweep' Play Video

  December 2, 2025 7:46 AM

  NEW ORLEANS (AP) — President Donald Trump said Tuesday that National Guard troops will soon head to New Orleans and bring another federal surge to the city that is already awaiting a separate immigration crackdown dubbed “Swamp Sweep” that is expected to begin this week. Trump did not say... more »

• BRFD responds to Monday evening house fire on Keokuk Street

  December 1, 2025 10:47 PM

  BATON ROUGE — The Baton Rouge Fire Department extinguished a house fire on Keokuk Street Monday evening. BRFD said it responded to a house around 6:30 p.m. Monday, firefighters arrived to find the front of the house engulfed in flames. Officials say crews were able to contain the fire... more »

• Monday PM Forecast: Soggy night, a quick chill, then more rain not far behind

  December 1, 2025 4:16 PM

  After widespread rain moves out, a brief chill moves in. Many could experience a light freeze by midweek. But another late-week storm system is on the horizon, putting a stop to Jack Frost’s visit. Tonight & Tomorrow: A steady and widespread rain will roll through the Capital Region during... more »

• Monday morning fire at Florida Boulevard storage facility caused by space heater, BRFD says Play Video

  December 1, 2025 2:56 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Square Space Storage on Florida Boulevard caught fire Monday morning, according to the Baton Rouge Fire Department. According to BRFD, the fire happened around 8:30 a.m. Investigators say it was accidental and started from a space heater being used in a unit. Firefighters brought the fire... more »

• West Baton Rouge Sheriff's Office asks for help identifying burglary suspect

  December 1, 2025 1:04 PM

  PORT ALLEN - The West Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office asked the public for help in identifying a burglary suspect on Monday. According to the sheriff's office, on Nov. 17, around 9:30 p.m., deputies arrived at a Dollar General on LA 1 South to discover that the glass front... more »

• Sunday PM Forecast: Multiple waves of rain, with chilly blast in between Play Video

  November 30, 2025 5:53 PM

  The weather will turn more active in the week ahead. Several rounds of rain are expected to start and finish the week, totaling 2-5” with isolated corridors approaching 6”. In between systems, chilly air will take center stage. Tonight & Tomorrow: Rain has tapered off after an afternoon cold... more »

• A Border Patrol-led immigration crackdown is coming to southeast Louisiana. Here's what to know Play Video

  November 30, 2025 10:50 AM

  NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Around 250 federal border agents are expected to launch a monthslong immigration crackdown on Monday in southeast Louisiana and into Mississippi dubbed “Swamp Sweep.” The deployment, which aims to arrest 5,000 people, is centered in liberal New Orleans and is the latest federal immigration enforcement... more »

• Home destroyed in early morning fire on Lark Street, fire department says Play Video

  November 30, 2025 10:30 AM

  BATON ROUGE — A home on Lark Street was destroyed in a fire early Sunday morning, the Baton Rouge Fire Department said. BRFD said it responded to a house fire call on Lark Street around 12:50 a.m. on Sunday. Firefighters found heavy flames coming from the roof. Crews were... more »

• LSU officially hires Lane Kiffin as Tigers' next head football coach Play Video

  November 30, 2025 9:30 AM

  BATON ROUGE - LSU has officially hired Ole Miss head coach Lane Kiffin as the Tigers' next head coach, Kiffin and the school announced on Sunday afternoon. Got our guy. pic.twitter.com/VpQu9wZZBH — LSU Tigers (@LSUsports) November 30, 2025 ... more »

• Christmas tree farms expect big business for Black Friday Play Video

  November 28, 2025 6:44 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Some businesses selling Christmas trees in Baton Rouge said Black Friday is the busiest day of the season for tree sales. According to a 2024 report from Square , Black Friday saw the highest amount of tree sales, with other popular dates like the first and... more »

• Friday PM Forecast: multiple rounds of rain Saturday night through Tuesday Play Video

  November 28, 2025 3:55 PM

  After a stretch of cool, calm, and dry days, our weather pattern is about to get more active. A series of fast-moving storm systems will slide across the Gulf South beginning this weekend, bringing several rounds of rain and largely steady, chilly temperatures from night to day. Weekend: mostly... more »

• Funeral held for former West Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff Mike Cazes in Brusly Play Video

  November 28, 2025 11:32 AM

  BRUSLY - The funeral for former West Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff Mike Cazes took place on Friday at the St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Brusly. Cazes served five terms as the chief law enforcement officer for West Baton Rouge Parish and worked at the local sheriff's office... more »

• BRPD: Man accused of kidnapping, beating woman Play Video

  November 28, 2025 9:00 AM

  BATON ROUGE — A Baton Rouge man was arrested after he allegedly kidnapped and beat a woman on Thursday, according to the Baton Rouge Police Department. An arrest affidavit says 24-year-old Kennice Crawford attacked the woman near West Brookstown Park. He allegedly dragged her from a home's front yard... more »

• Supreme Court says Louisiana's TikTok lawsuit can go on after questions about venue Play Video

  November 27, 2025 6:47 PM

  NEW ORLEANS — The Louisiana Supreme Court has refused to toss out the state’s lawsuit against the TikTok social media platform amid a dispute over whether the case started in the wrong parish. Six of seven justices voted Wednesday to leave in place a decision by the state’s 1st... more »

• Thanksgiving on Duty: How first responders redefine family Play Video

  November 27, 2025 4:51 PM

  HAMMOND — While many families gathered around their Thanksgiving tables Thursday, firefighters at the Hammond Fire Department spent the holiday on duty, a tradition they’ve upheld for decades. Twenty firefighters worked the holiday shift, preparing their own meal inside the station between calls. District Chief Bryan Needham, who has... more »

• Thursday PM Forecast: enjoy the outdoors through Saturday afternoon, wet pattern looms Play Video

  November 27, 2025 4:17 PM

  The cool and crisp conditions will stick around through Friday. A storm system will approach on Saturday, leading to a stretch of unsettled weather into early next week. Black Friday: sunny, crisp, and cool Weekend: increasing clouds leading to steady rain Next week: still gloomy, likely chilly Tonight... more »

• 'He got his arm because of the Baton Rouge community,' capital area raises money for teen's bionic arm Play Video

  November 27, 2025 3:41 PM

  BATON ROUGE - A 15-year-old is thanking the Baton Rouge community for raising the money needed to purchase him a bionic arm. John Francis is like many teens his age. He likes video games like Minecraft and Guild Wars, activities like Taekwondo and riding bikes and playing instruments like... more »