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DA: Man pleads guilty in connection to Baton Rouge crash killing woman
BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) — A man accused of killing a woman after speeding through a Baton Rouge intersection pleaded guilty, East Baton Rouge District Attorney Hillar Moore confirmed Monday, May 6. Darrien Rogers, 24, was charged with manslaughter, aggravated flight from an officer, red light violation and driving...
Closing In On 90 Degrees
Today, we started out with temperatures near 80 degrees with it feeling more like the middle of summer rather than late spring. Sun and clouds will mix and we will see gusty winds at times. An isolated shower will be possible as temperatures approach 90 degrees. Tonight, clouds will linger as temperatures hold in the mid 70s.
Former LSU star Angel Reese attends the 2024 Met Gala in custom dress
BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) — Former LSU Women’s Basketball star Angel Reese was spotted at the 2024 Met Gala at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. On Monday, Reese attended the Met Gala, an annual fundraiser that benefits the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute. Reese is seen wearing a dress by 16Arlington by London designer Marco Capaldo, according to a Twitter post from the WNBA.
Report: EBR judge rejects plea deal, schedules trial for man accused of shooting into crowd at SU fraternity party
BATON ROUGE - A 19th JDC judge rejected a plea deal proposed by lawyers, asking for a reduced charges and punishments for a man who was arrested in 2022 after allegedly shooting into a crowd and hurting 11 people. Lawyers for 24-year-old Jaicedric Williams met in court with Judge Brad...
How much daylight will Baton Rouge have on the longest day of 2024?
DENVER (KDVR) — The longest day of the year, also known as the summer solstice, occurs when the Earth is tilted toward the sun at its most extreme angle. During this time, the U.S. will see the most daylight hours of the year. The summer solstice usually happens towards...
20-year-old Louisiana woman killed in train-truck collision in Talladega County
TALLADEGA COUNTY, Al. (WBMA) - A woman is dead in Talladega County after the truck she was in was hit by a train. According to law enforcement officials, the crash happened just before 4:45 p.m. Sunday at the intersection of Talladega County Highway 207 and the CSX railroad crossing near Old Tram Road, about five miles west of the city of Talladega.
Burning incense causes overnight house fire off N. Foster Drive
BATON ROUGE - Firefighters responded to an overnight house fire after burning incense sparked a fire on Osborne Ave. The Baton Rouge Fire Department says the call came in around 12:35 a.m. on Tuesday off of N. Foster Drive. Heavy smoke and fire were reported coming out of the house's...
Woman's porch rebuilt with donations following police chase crash
BATON ROUGE - After Connie Bailey's home was hit by a teen driver at the end of a police pursuit, the city determined that it was not responsible. She wasn't sure where to turn until a neighbor contacted 2 On Your Side. Nearly two months after the incident, Bailey is...
“We’re not going to go out and buy players” - Coach Kelly speaks on LSU’s defensive line situation
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - LSU head coach Brian Kelly made it clear through the spring that the Tigers were in search of new defensive lineman to join the Tigers through the transfer portal. So far, as Coach Kelly admits, that hasn’t gone according to plan. LSU was in...
Schools in BR area release 2024 graduation schedules
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - Schools throughout the Baton Rouge area have released their schedules for 2024 graduation ceremonies. The following schools have released their schedules:. East Baton Rouge Parish:. EBR Virtual - 5/17 (9 a.m. at Glen Oaks High) Arlington Prep - 5/17 (1 p.m. at Glen Oaks High)
Feeling like summer through Thursday
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - The heat, and now even a little humidity, is on for the middle of the week. Afternoon highs climb into the 90°s Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. We’ll come close to tying a record high Thursday that has stood for over 100 years! Feels like temperatures could reach 100° Wednesday and Thursday afternoons. Make sure to stay hydrated and dress comfortably if you have to work outside for an extended period of time. Relief from this heat comes in the form of a cold front early Friday. That cold front could trigger a few strong storms.
Zachary High School students place in State Rally at LSU
Several Zachary High School students placed in multiple subjects April 12 at the State Rally at LSU. The Louisiana High School Rally Association provides opportunities for Louisiana students to achieve district- and state-level recognition for their academic and performance talents. These students placed high enough at the district level to compete at the state level.
Meet the Baton Rouge company that's developing automated convenience stores
A Baton Rouge company is bringing automated drive-thru vending machines to the market, which allows customers to purchase meals, snacks and drinks without getting out of their vehicles. Shoppers can log on to the Speedy Eats app, select and pay for their purchases, and then scan a QR code at...
Hot & humid with rain chances higher late this week
It will be hot and humid for the next few days with highs in the mid to upper 80s and lows in the low to mid 70s. We may hit 90°Thursday. Rain chances will be slim, but they will be a little higher Thursday as a cold front approaches Acadiana. That cold front may drop […]
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