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State

Shreveport police are investigating a domestic-related incident that left two dead and three...

Suspect in custody after domestic-related incident leaves 1 dead, others injured

Updated: 44 minutes ago
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By Aysha Decuir
Shreveport authorities are investigating a shots-fired call on Attaway Street and a reported shooting near W. 61st St. and Linwood Ave. that officials say left multiple people injured.

9News at 5:30

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Your local, regional, and national news headlines and weather weekdays at 5:30 p.m.

News

Cyclospora cases nearly double in state; health officials urge produce safety

Cyclosporiasis cases nearly double in state; health officials urge produce safety

Updated: 2 hours ago
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By Georgia Peck
Local farmers and infectious disease expert weigh in on outbreak

News

New tower at Lane Regional Medical Center

Lane Regional seeking partner hospital system

Updated: 2 hours ago
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By Chris Nakamoto
Lane Regional Medical Center in Zachary is exploring a possible affiliation with another health care organization, but officials say the hospital is not closing.

Crime

BRPD intelligence detective Cpl. Zach Evans

Baton Rouge detective warns human trafficking is growing, says drug dealers are pivoting to the crime

Updated: 2 hours ago
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By Ethan Tuttle
A Baton Rouge Police Department intelligence detective is raising awareness about human trafficking, warning the crime is growing and increasingly overlapping with narcotics activity.

News

LA TSK 2 leave for TX Flood aid

Louisiana firefighters join rescue efforts in Texas

Updated: 2 hours ago
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By Liam Combs
Flash looding in the Texas Hill Country has turned deadly, claiming the life of one person, Texas Governor Greg Abbott confirmed Thursday. Louisiana first responders are aiding in rescue efforts.

State

Cyclosporiasis

Louisiana cyclosporiasis numbers; tips to protect yourself

Updated: 4 hours ago
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By KATC Digital Team
Cyclosporiasis, a microscopic parasite, is sickening people all over the country, and Louisiana has its share of cases.

News

FEDS: Charter school supervisor cashed in on uniform fees, spent money on cars and trips

Updated: 4 hours ago
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By Kevin Foster
Four people formerly tied to Impact Charter School in Baker, and the non-profit it shared board members with, are now criminally indicted in the Baton Rouge federal court.

Sports

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Baton Rouge’s new hockey team names head coach

Updated: 4 hours ago
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By Gray Louisiana
Baton Rouge's new professional hockey team has hired Jimmy Soper as the first head coach in franchise history ahead of its inaugural FPHL season.

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Crime

Jetyrenee Williams

Woman arrested after allegedly stabbing man while he was asleep

Updated: 9 hours ago
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By Jack Meyer
A 28-year-old woman is in police custody after allegedly stabbing a man in the neck while he was asleep.

State

This is a 2026 photo of Alvin Kamara of the New Orleans Saints NFL football team. This image...

Kamara restructuring contract, set to return for 10th Saints season

Updated: 9 hours ago
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By FOX 8 Staff
The running back's deal guarantees his return as training camp approaches.

State

Authorities are searching for 18-year-old Nolan Xavier Wells, who was last seen Saturday, July...

TIMELINE: Here’s what we know about the disappearance and death of 18-year-old Nolan Wells

Updated: 9 hours ago
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By Cody Heaster, Will Polston and WLOX Staff
Here’s what we know about the timeline of events leading up to the discovery of 18-year-old Nolan Wells’ body on Horn Island and the aftermath in days following.

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First Alert Weather Extra is your First Alert to help you plan your day and stay weather aware ahead of any changes.

News

WAY BACK WEDNESDAY: SU HOF Coach Roger Cador Memories, including '87, '88, & 2009 SWAC Champs

Southern University board to consider naming baseball field after Coach Roger Cador

Updated: 10 hours ago
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By Deon Guillory
Posthumous honor would designate Lee-Hines Stadium field as ‘Roger Cador Field’

News

Flooding on Menge Ave.

Reminder on how to apply for FEMA disaster relief as communities mark 1 month of Arthur recovery

Updated: 14 hours ago
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By Matt Venezia
With hurricane season still underway, FEMA outlined the steps residents can take to apply for federal disaster assistance.

LSU

LSU's probable starting quarterback Bert Jones as he puts on the finishing touches during a...

LSU to retire jersey of school’s first All-America quarterback Bert Jones

Updated: 21 hours ago
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By Kiersten Williams
On Wednesday, LSU announced plans to retire the jersey of its first All-America quarterback in school history.

News

Bright Star Daycare, a childcare center that has served Iberville Parish families for 15...

‘Very disheartening’; Plaquemine early learning center faces closure amid state funding cuts

Updated: 22 hours ago
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By Colin Vedros
Bright Star Daycare, a childcare center that has served Iberville Parish families for 15 years, could be forced to close as state funding continues to decline, according to its director.

Crime

One person was shot Wednesday night near Florida Blvd.

Shooting near Florida Blvd. convenience store lands one person in hospital

Updated: 22 hours ago
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By Allison Childers
Emergency response was called out to Florida Boulevard around 9:15 p.m. on Wednesday.

Crime

LPSO Narcotics Agents arrest suspected drug dealers with crack, weed, and guns in  Livingston...

Suspected crack dealers busted in Livingston

Updated: 22 hours ago
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By Allison Childers
LPSO: "Thank you to all those who choose to work with us in an effort to remove this poison from our streets."

News

St. George infrastructure plan

St. George awarded $19 million to improve safety, access along Siegen Lane

Updated: Jul. 15, 2026 at 7:12 PM CDT
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By WAFB Staff
The City of St. George announced Wednesday, July 15, that they were awarded $19,247,698 in FY 2026 BUILD funding from the U.S. Department of Transportation for SAFE Siegen.

News

Louisiana summer heat warning

Louisiana heat death prompts doctor warnings ahead of triple-digit temperatures

Updated: Jul. 15, 2026 at 6:40 PM CDT
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By Georgia Peck
State confirms first heat-related death of the year as doctors urge early action

Local News

Mayor Sid Edwards orders flags lowered to half-staff in remembrance of fallen Baton Rouge law...

Flags to be lowered in honor of heroes lost in 2016 ambush

Updated: Jul. 15, 2026 at 5:32 PM CDT
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By Allison Childers
In remembrance of Corporal Montrell Jackson, Officer Matthew Gerald, Deputy Brad Garafola, and Sergeant Nick Tullier

News

Notice of eviction

New law allows stalking victims to break rental leases without penalty

Updated: Jul. 15, 2026 at 5:01 PM CDT
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By Liam Combs
A new Louisiana law set to take effect Aug. 1 will allow stalking victims to break their rental leases without penalty, closing a gap in the state’s existing domestic abuse protections.

State

Louisiana’s colleges and universities will soon have the option of offering a digital student...

Louisiana college student IDs can soon be digitized

Updated: Jul. 15, 2026 at 4:23 PM CDT
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By Piper Hutchinson
Louisiana’s colleges and universities will soon have the option of offering a digital student identification card through LA Wallet, a cell phone app that allows Louisiana residents to carry official government documents digitally.

Back to School

BACK-TO-SCHOOL: Events, giveaways in greater Baton Rouge

Updated: Jul. 15, 2026 at 2:22 PM CDT
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By WAFB Staff
Several community organizations are hosting events and giveaways to get children ready to go back to school.

News

Krispy Kreme says the full scope and impact of the cyberattack is not yet known.

Krispy Kreme’s birthday deal means 89-cent dozens near you — but only for one day

Updated: Jul. 15, 2026 at 12:36 PM CDT
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By Deon Guillory
Here’s what Capital Region doughnut fans need to know before they go

State

The family of Nolan Wells and attorney Ben Crump held a news conference after meeting with the...

Nolan Wells’ family, Ben Crump give updates, announce funeral services after meeting with DA’s office

Updated: Jul. 15, 2026 at 11:44 AM CDT
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By WLOX Staff
The DA said the meeting with the Wells family is meant to offer victim services and to help navigate the process of a death investigation.

Sports

Baton Rouge hockey team to reveal name and logo in mid-July

Baton Rouge hockey team sets July 22 reveal for new name and logo

Updated: Jul. 15, 2026 at 11:26 AM CDT
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By Mykal Vincent and Ethan Tuttle
Baton Rouge's new professional hockey team will unveil its name and logo on July 22 as season tickets officially go on sale for the 2026-27 FPHL season.

State

Boosie BadAzz, left, and Donald Trump are shown in separate photos as the rapper disputes a...

Lobbyist fires back as Boosie’s $300K pardon dispute erupts online

Updated: Jul. 15, 2026 at 10:55 AM CDT
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By Gray Louisiana
Boosie BadAzz named several political figures while escalating his $600,000 pardon dispute, prompting responses from Laura Loomer, Mike Cernovich and lobbyist Jack Burkman.

News

CATS buses

Cleve Dunn, BR couple plead not guilty to charges tied to CATS contract scheme

Updated: Jul. 15, 2026 at 9:34 AM CDT
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By WAFB Staff, Chris Nakamoto and Deon Guillory
Dunn and a Baton Rouge Couple all pleaded guilty to charges they face in connection with a CATS contract scheme.

News

St. Vincent de Paul's Uniforms for Kids drive aims to provide uniforms for kids in need...

Uniforms for Kids: WAFB, St. Vincent de Paul campaign underway through Aug. 3

Updated: Jul. 15, 2026 at 6:18 AM CDT
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By Matt Venezia
The campaign runs from through Aug. 3.

News

City-Brooks Park Golf Course

Community divided over proposed changes to historic City-Brooks Park golf course

Updated: Jul. 14, 2026 at 10:33 PM CDT
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By Perry Robinson
Supporters and opponents of proposed changes to City-Brooks Community Park packed a community meeting Tuesday, July 14, voicing strong opinions about the future of one of Baton Rouge’s oldest parks and golf courses.

News

Ascension Parish students go back to school on Thursday and only 76% of their buses have air...

Ascension Parish schools approve one-time stipends amid governor’s teacher pay order

Updated: Jul. 14, 2026 at 9:49 PM CDT
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By Colin Vedros
The Ascension Parish School Board voted Tuesday night (July 14) to approve one-time stipends for all full-time employees.

News

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2 people rushed to hospitals following shooting in St. Mary Parish

Updated: Jul. 14, 2026 at 9:11 PM CDT
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By Michael Simoneaux
Two people have been rushed to hospitals following a shooting in Baldwin.

State

GoFundMe stands by fundraiser for Drew Hanson

GoFundMe stands by fundraiser for Drew Hanson, clarifies questions about authenticity

Updated: Jul. 14, 2026 at 9:05 PM CDT
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By KALB Digital Team
GoFundMe is standing by the fundraiser page set up for fallen Deputy U.S. Marshal Drew Hanson, clarifying its authenticity.

Crime

Sean St. Cyr

Man faces stalking charge in EBR months after rape arrest, authorities say

Updated: Jul. 14, 2026 at 8:34 PM CDT
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By Michael Simoneaux
A 19-year-old is facing a new stalking charge, months after his previous arrest connected to an investigation into the alleged rape of a 16-year-old girl, authorities said.

News

State Representative Larry Selders

Louisiana remembers State Sen. Larry Selders at Baton Rouge funeral

Updated: Jul. 14, 2026 at 7:00 PM CDT
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By Liam Combs
State leaders from across the political spectrum gathered Tuesday at Mt. Zion First Baptist Church in Baton Rouge to remember Sen. Larry Selders, who died at 44.

News

Several middle schoolers huddle and discuss a group project

Southern University bets on the next generation with new construction management camp

Updated: Jul. 14, 2026 at 6:34 PM CDT
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By Ethan Tuttle
Southern University is hosting its first summer camp focused on construction management, giving nearly 20 middle school students a week-long, hands-on introduction to the field.

News

A Pointe Coupee Parish sheriff's deputy rescued flood victims during Tropical Storm Arthur...

Deputy who helped flood victims loses home to Tropical Storm Arthur

Updated: Jul. 14, 2026 at 6:32 PM CDT
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By Rylee Kramer
A Pointe Coupee Parish sheriff's deputy rescued flood victims during Tropical Storm Arthur while his own home was destroyed. Now, the sheriff's office is hosting a jambalaya fundraiser Aug. 4 to help him rebuild.

News

Cyclospora

Louisiana state health officials give update on ‘explosive diarrhea’ cyclospora illnesses

Updated: Jul. 14, 2026 at 6:18 PM CDT
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By WAFB Staff
More people in Louisiana have gotten sick with cases of cyclosporiasis, an intestinal illness that can cause “explosive” diarrhea.

State

Officials release identities of U.S. Marshal killed in Alexandria and suspect charged in his...

Officials identify Deputy U.S. Marshal killed in Alexandria and suspect charged in his death

Updated: Jul. 14, 2026 at 5:30 PM CDT
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By KALB Digital Team and Jay McCully
New details on the Deputy U.S. Marshal who was killed in Alexandria

News

Chef Kris Allen

Louisiana chef to compete in Great American Seafood Cook-Off

Updated: Jul. 14, 2026 at 4:57 PM CDT
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By Michael Simoneaux
A Louisiana chef will compete on a national stage for the title of king of American seafood.

State

Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil meets with supporters outside Federal Court on Tuesday,...

Mahmoud Khalil files suit alleging a ‘public-private’ conspiracy to target Israel’s critics

Updated: Jul. 14, 2026 at 4:25 PM CDT
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By The Associated Press
Mahmoud Khalil is suing the federal government and several private groups for allegedly conspiring to suppress criticism of Israel

I-TEAM

Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry

I-TEAM: Baton Rouge violent crime crackdown touted as success

Updated: Jul. 14, 2026 at 4:23 PM CDT
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By Chris Nakamoto
Operation Red Stick was launched by Gov. Jeff Landry following the April shooting at the Mall of Louisiana that killed 17-year-old Martha Odom and wounded five others.

News

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Plank Road small businesses can apply for up to $10K in exterior improvement grants

Updated: Jul. 14, 2026 at 4:18 PM CDT
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By Gabriella Mercurio
Small businesses along Plank Road are now eligible for up to $10,000 in grant funding for exterior improvements through a new initiative from Build EBR.

News

Daylight Saving Time

US House passes proposal to make daylight saving time permanent

Updated: Jul. 14, 2026 at 4:10 PM CDT
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By Michael Simoneaux
A push to make daylight saving time permanent all year long for most of the United States has taken a major step forward.

State

Deputies dive into canal to rescue 4 people in submerged car

WATCH: Deputies dive into canal to save 4 people trapped in submerged vehicle

Updated: Jul. 14, 2026 at 2:51 PM CDT
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By Gray Louisiana
St. John Parish deputies rescued four people from a nearly submerged vehicle after an I-10 crash in Garyville.

News

Federal Court

Judge finds ‘substantial doubt,’ acquits in ‘Catahoula Crunch’ ramming case

Updated: Jul. 14, 2026 at 2:50 PM CDT
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By Kevin Foster
A federal judge found Evodio Merida-Tavera not guilty of intentionally ramming a vehicle carrying federal agents.

State

Louisiana Solicitor General Benjamin Aguinaga, right, looks on as Louisiana Attorney General...

Judge grants subpoenas sought by AG Liz Murrill’s attorneys in grand jury probe

Updated: Jul. 14, 2026 at 2:46 PM CDT
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By Gabby Killett
A judge granted subpoenas sought by Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill’s attorneys for communications tied to the grand jury proceedings that led to her indictment.
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