BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo announced on Friday, January 17 that its historic jaguar cub, the first born at the zoo in more than ...

The Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff’s Office confirmed operations are back to normal at the jail after a smoke emergency caused ...

The establishment says on Friday, Jan. 17 and Saturday, Jan. 18, all door proceeds will be donated to Tyesha’s family.

The Baton Rouge Fire Department is investigating what caused an overnight fire that a vacant commercial building.

This project will focus on improving the gymnasium recreational space and aesthetic appeal at the community center.

BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - A break-in was reported at the Jewel J. Newman Community Center early Friday, Jan. 17. The Baton ...

According to the American Psychological Association, 41 percent of parents say they are so stressed most days they cannot ...

Over 50 babies, and adults, will be up for adoption on Saturday, Jan. 18 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. in Walker.

BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - If you were up at the crack of dawn, you may have spotted the pink flamingos in the LSU Lakes. This marked the return of a big tradition ahead of the Spanish Town Parade.

Several school districts are monitoring the First Alert Weather forecast to determine if school closures will be necessary next week.

The WAFB First Alert Storm Team has declared Tuesday, Jan. 21 a First Alert Weather Day due to the increasing chances of wintry precipitation impacting the area.

We are still expecting an Arctic blast beginning Sunday night, lasting through midweek with lows in the 20s, and highs in the ...