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• Assumption Parish man accused of using social media to receive inappropriate content from young girls Play Video

  January 7, 2025 12:06 PM

  LABADIEVILLE - A man was arrested for multiple charges relating to child pornography after he allegedly extorted young women from Florida and Washington. The Assumption Parish Sheriff's Office collaborated with a sheriff's office in Florida for the investigation. David Arvizu, 27, of Labadieville was found to be using social... more »

• Home off Florida Boulevard ruled total loss after fire Play Video

  January 7, 2025 7:38 AM

  BATON ROUGE - A home was ruled to be a total loss after a fire early Tuesday morning. The East Side Fire Department said crews arrived to the home on Ponderosa Drive to find a working fire. No homeowners were present, and no injuries were reported. Investigators did... more »

• Sunday PM Forecast: Cold front pushing stormy weather out, Arctic chill in Play Video

  January 5, 2025 11:39 AM

  A cold front has finally swept through the Capital Area, ending the severe weather threat and pushing the rain out. But the passage of this front has also opened up the freezer door. The coldest air of the season so far is now upon us. Rest of Tonight: Rain... more »

• Man arrested in Pointe Coupee Parish after robbery of Hancock Whitney bank in Baton Rouge Play Video

  January 3, 2025 3:43 PM

  BATON ROUGE - A man was arrested Friday in connection to a bank robbery that took place on Dec. 26 at a Baton Rouge Hancock Whitney bank, according to the Pointe Coupee Parish Sheriff's Office. Frankie New, 52, was arrested around 2:15 p.m. Friday. According to an affidavit, On... more »

• Thursday PM Forecast: Storms arriving this weekend, Arctic blast trails behind Play Video

  January 2, 2025 5:23 PM

  There are no significant weather concerns through the first half of our weekend. Things become more active by Sunday, however. The next weather impact brings both thunderstorms as it approaches and an Arctic blast as it departs. Tonight & Tomorrow: Cloud cover will increase on Thursday night in response... more »

• 2024 ranks alongside 2023 as the warmest year on record for Baton Rouge

  January 1, 2025 8:45 PM

  BATON ROUGE – 2024 was another one for the record books, for the second straight year in a row. 2024 ties 2023 as the hottest year on record in Baton Rouge, dating back to 1893. The average temperature for both years was 72.5°. That is half a degree more than... more »

• Wednesday PM Forecast: Quiet for now, but next impact brings storms and winter chill Play Video

  January 1, 2025 6:30 PM

  After a warm end to 2024, 2025 is beginning on a seasonably cool note. Although quiet for now, the next impact in the form of showers and storms arrives late this weekend. Afterward, the much-advertised winter chill bulldozes into the region. Tonight & Tomorrow: With a relatively cooler air... more »

• Tuesday PM Forecast: 2025 starting off on a cooler note, monitoring a bigger chill next week Play Video

  December 31, 2024 5:45 PM

  Cooler air will make its presence known just in time for 2025. Those out and about for New Year's Eve celebrations will want to consider bringing an extra layer. It's not a short-lived cooldown either, as the beginning of January looks to remain on the cool side. New Year's... more »

• Wednesday AM Forecast: New Year, New Weather Pattern

  December 31, 2024 1:38 PM

  Happy New Year! After a warm end to 2024, we kick off 2025 with cooler conditions in the Capital Area thanks to a cold front that moved through yesterday. Today & Tonight: For the early birds that aren't sleeping in after the New Year's celebrations last night, you will... more »

• Monday PM Forecast: Cold front setting the stage for a cooler start to 2025 Play Video

  December 30, 2024 6:25 PM

  A cold front passage early on New Year's Eve will set the stage for a cooler start to 2025. While seasonably cool for the first week of January, there are some early signs for a big winter chill by the second week. Tonight & New Year's Eve: A cold... more »

• Severe threat continues to increase for Capital Area today, Tornado Watch issued Play Video

  December 27, 2024 5:39 AM

  Severe storms will be possible all day around the Capital Region. Turn weather alerts on and have a plan for if/when warnings are issued. Today & Tonight: Morning lows will be in the middle 60s today. Isolated, strong, thunderstorms will start to increase in coverage around daybreak and... more »

• Monday PM Forecast: Looking ahead to possibility of showers on Christmas Day Play Video

  December 23, 2024 5:54 PM

  The warmup has begun, and will only continue into Christmas Eve. Added warmth and improving moisture content will set the stage for showers to arrive on Christmas Day. Rain will become a consideration for outdoor plans on and after the holiday. Tonight & Christmas Eve: After several frosty starts... more »

• Sunday PM Forecast: Shifting to warmer weather, showers a possibility on Christmas Play Video

  December 22, 2024 6:07 PM

  With only one more cold night to go, the weather will soon transition to a much warmer pattern. The warmth will be felt by Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Rain will also become an important consideration for outdoor plans around the holiday. Tonight & Tomorrow: Although many neighborhoods have... more »

• Sunday AM Forecast: Steadily warming up, eyeing a rain chance around Christmas Play Video

  December 21, 2024 9:56 PM

  For the first time this cool season, Baton Rouge Metro Airport reached the freezing mark. That ties for the fifth latest freeze on record since 1930. With that now in the rearview mirror, temperatures will gradually climb in the coming days. The warm pattern, which includes a chance of showers,... more »

• Saturday PM Forecast: Frost likely early Sunday, return of warmth by Christmas Play Video

  December 21, 2024 11:53 AM

  The ingredients will be in place for a frosty Sunday morning across the Capital Area. Some areas will even dip below freezing. But into next week, the weather will reverse course. These changes will be felt by Christmas Day. Tonight & Tomorrow: With clear skies and winds slackening, the... more »

• Saturday AM Forecast: Cooler today, with a greater likelihood of frost tonight Play Video

  December 21, 2024 12:06 AM

  Temperatures will be noticeably cooler on Saturday behind a reinforcing shot of cold air. That will also be felt early Sunday as many face freezing temperatures and widespread frost. But into next week, the weather will reverse course - just in time for Christmas. Today & Tonight: After a... more »

• Friday PM Forecast: A weekend chill, defrosting closer to Christmas Play Video

  December 20, 2024 5:31 PM

  A second cold front passage will send temperatures falling through the final weekend ahead of Christmas. Many will be facing frost and freeze conditions again. The weekend chill will be followed up by a warming trend - just in time for Santa's arrival. Tonight & Tomorrow: With another cold... more »

• Sunday PM Forecast: Continued warmth, morning fog potential, and an eventual cooldown Play Video

  December 15, 2024 5:31 PM

  The Storm Station expects a continuation of the warm pattern through midweek. Morning fog might also be an issue for some commutes. But eventually the pattern begins to shift as a cold front slides through the region. Tonight & Tomorrow: Expect partly to mostly cloudy skies across the region... more »

• One killed, four hurt following three weekend shootings across the Capital Area

  December 15, 2024 1:32 PM

  BATON ROUGE — One person was killed and three were injured in shootings across the Capital Area over the weekend. On Friday, the Baton Rouge Police Department said a man was found shot around 10 p.m. with non-life-threatening injuries near Choctaw and N. 38th as a result of the... more »

• Wednesday PM Forecast: Many could wake up to frost tomorrow, weekend warmup follows Play Video

  December 11, 2024 4:55 PM

  Many could wake up to frost or a light freeze on Thursday morning. While the chilly weather remains for another day or so, a shift to another warm stretch looks likely by the weekend. A return of rain chances will accompany the warmup. Tonight & Tomorrow: The combination of... more »

• Monday PM Forecast: Additional rain likely, Flood Watch remains in place for some Play Video

  December 9, 2024 4:59 PM

  A ***FLOOD WATCH*** remains in effect for Ascension, Assumption, Livingston, St. James, and Tangipahoa Parishes until Noon Tuesday. A FLOOD WATCH means conditions may develop that lead to flash flooding. Flash flooding is a very dangerous situation. Be on the lookout for threatening weather conditions and listen for later statements... more »

• Flood Watch including parts of Capital Area ahead of several rounds of rain Play Video

  December 8, 2024 2:34 PM

  The National Weather Service has issued a ***FLOOD WATCH*** for Ascension, Assumption, Livingston, St. James, and Tangipahoa Parishes. It will go into effect at 6 a.m. Monday and last through Noon Tuesday. A FLOOD WATCH means conditions may develop that lead to flash flooding. Flash flooding is a very dangerous... more »

• Thursday PM Forecast: Many facing a light freeze early Friday, wind adding an extra chill Play Video

  December 5, 2024 5:19 PM

  A ***COLD WEATHER ADVISORY*** will be in place for areas along and north of the I-10/12 corridor on Friday morning. These are issued when temperatures OR feels-like temperatures dip to seasonably cold levels. The alert highlights the need for wearing appropriate winter clothing, especially if outside for extended durations. This... more »

• Wednesday PM Forecast: Dreary night across Capital Area, big temperature swing follows Play Video

  December 4, 2024 5:38 PM

  Expect a dreary night as showers and thunderstorms overtake the area. This will be the first of what could be a few rounds of wet weather in the next week. And in between periods of rain, the Capital Region could face another brush up with winter. Tonight & Tomorrow:... more »

• Friday PM Forecast: Parts of Capital Area under a Freeze Warning into Saturday morning Play Video

  November 29, 2024 5:31 PM

  A ***FREEZE WARNING*** will be in effect for East Baton Rouge, West Baton Rouge, East Feliciana, Northern Livingston, Pointe Coupee, St. Helena, Northern Tangipahoa and West Feliciana Parishes as well as Amite and Wilkinson Counties from 12 to 8 a.m. Saturday. Sub-freezing as low as 30° are possible in the... more »

• Thursday PM Forecast: Chilly air has arrived, looking ahead to possible frost and freeze conditions Play Video

  November 28, 2024 5:23 PM

  The Capital Area is already feeling the cooling influence between the early Thanksgiving cold front. Now, the Storm Station is shifting its attention to possible frost and freeze conditions by the weekend. Tonight & Tomorrow: Now that the much-anticipated Thanksgiving cold front has passed, temperatures will get quiet chilly... more »

• Wednesday PM Forecast: Strong Thanksgiving cold front, noticeably cooler trails behind Play Video

  November 27, 2024 6:34 PM

  The Thanksgiving forecast is coming into focus, and an earlier cold front passage now appears likely. Despite a few early showers, things dry out as the day progresses. Cooler air will also quickly rush into the region. Tonight & Into Thanksgiving: Cloud cover will persist on Wednesday night as... more »

• Tuesday PM Forecast: Strong cold front bringing some big changes on Thanksgiving Play Video

  November 26, 2024 5:44 PM

  A surge of warmer weather will take place on Wednesday in advance of a strong Thanksgiving cold front. The Storm Station is tracking the potential for Turkey Day storms along the front, and significantly cooler air behind. Tonight & Tomorrow : Although clouds were a bit stubborn on Tuesday,... more »

• National Weather Service changing alerts used for harsh winter temperatures

  November 26, 2024 12:03 AM

  The National Weather Service (NWS) is re-working several alerts that will change the messages you receive in harsh winter weather. Effective immediately, the HARD FREEZE WARNING product is being eliminated and the WIND CHILL ADVISORY will be renamed COLD ADVISORY. Regardless of official alerts and messages, cold temperatures can... more »

• Monday PM Forecast: Temperature roller coaster concludes with big Thanksgiving front Play Video

  November 25, 2024 6:40 PM

  A series of frontal passages will result in a temperature rollercoaster this week. The "ride" will conclude with a big drop in temperatures associated with a major cold front on Thanksgiving. Tonight & Tomorrow : After experiencing record warmth on Monday afternoon, the next cold front is well on... more »

• Sunday PM Forecast: Several fronts this week, the biggest on Thanksgiving Play Video

  November 24, 2024 7:01 PM

  Although a warming trend will continue into Monday, it appears short-lived. The Storm Station is tracking several key features, each influencing the local weather in a big way. Tonight & Tomorrow : All will be quiet on Sunday night. A south wind will continue to push warmer air into... more »

• Five-year-old dies months after getting a hold of gun, accidentally shooting self Play Video

  November 22, 2024 12:26 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Months after a toddler got a hold of an illegally modified handgun and shot himself, the child died from his injuries. The shooting happened on March 20 on 69th Avenue. Joshua Kelly Jr., who was four years old at the time, got a hold of the... more »

• Cutting in line? American Airlines' new boarding tech might stop you at now over 100 airports

  November 22, 2024 9:19 AM

  NEW YORK (AP) — Sneaking a little ahead of line to get on that plane faster? American Airlines might stop you. In an apparent effort to reduce the headaches caused by airport line cutting, American has rolled out boarding technology that alerts gate agents with an audible sound if... more »

• How to stay safe while using a heater in these cold temperatures Play Video

  November 22, 2024 7:42 AM

  BATON ROUGE - It's gumbo weather this weekend, which means it's also time to break out those space heaters. While they can warm up a room or a home and keep your comfortable in chilly temps, it's also important to make sure you're using them safely. 2une In's Mia... more »

• GET 2 MOVING: Zydeco Hockey Play Video

  November 22, 2024 6:40 AM

  BATON ROUGE - For the first time in decades, hockey is back in the capital city. The Baton Rouge Zydeco is the new team on the ice. Players go through rigorous drills and practices to get better each game. If skating on ice was not hard enough, the sport... more »

• Parking ticket resurfaces after driver thought it had been dismissed, wants answers from City Court Play Video

  November 21, 2024 4:49 PM

  BATON ROUGE - A parking ticket has resurfaced for a man who thought he had it taken care of already. The court has no record of Joseph Saucier showing up for his court date in October and issued him a bench warrant for failure to appear. Saucier received a... more »

• Thursday AM Forecast: Gumbo weather is back, Jackets needed next several days Play Video

  November 21, 2024 5:18 AM

  If you have been waiting for the cooler weather to whip up your favorite gumbo, it's finally time! Morning lows will be dipping close to or into the upper-30s Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Today & Tonight : Calm winds and clear skies overnight allowed temperatures to tumble the lowest... more »

• Man arrested for homicide after shooting death in March Play Video

  November 20, 2024 11:34 AM

  BATON ROUGE - Police arrested a man for second-degree murder months after a fatal shooting that happened on South 18th Street. The shooting happened on Mar. 19 on South 18th and left Dwain Fleming, 61, dead that afternoon. Fleming died from his injuries on the scene. The Baton... more »

• Wednesday AM Forecast: Chilly conditions return to the Capital Area Play Video

  November 20, 2024 5:43 AM

  Grab your extra layers! The cooler air arrives today, sending morning temperatures near the forty degree mark the next several days. Today & Tonight : A push of much cooler air will move into the Capital Area behind a cold front today. As it does, conditions will be breezy... more »

• Tuesday PM Forecast: Wet Wednesday ahead of big humidity break Play Video

  November 12, 2024 5:35 PM

  The Capital Area's next impact will arrive on Wednesday in the form of showers and thunderstorms. The rain will exit late Wednesday as a cold front sweeps through the region. Relatively cooler weather will be left behind. Tonight & Tomorrow: After rolling back into the Capital Area during the... more »

• Monday PM Forecast: Eyes on the next rainmaker, set to arrive between a pair of fronts Play Video

  November 11, 2024 2:37 PM

  After collecting nearly an inch or more of rainfall around the Capital Area over the weekend, Veteran's Day will kickoff the new workweek with much drier conditions. Our next rainmaker is set to arrive by midweek. Tonight & Tomorrow: Skies clear out on Monday night as a weak front... more »

• Sunday PM Forecast: A drier Veteran's Day, tracking a pair of fronts and moisture surge afterward Play Video

  November 10, 2024 7:02 PM

  Veteran's Day looks to be drier after the latest soggy stretch. Thereafter, the Storm Station will be tracking a pair of fronts and a surge of moisture. Each will result in many day-to-day variations. Tonight & Tomorrow: Although a spotty shower is not completely out of the question on... more »

• Sunday AM Forecast: Still dodging showers, but sunshine soon returns Play Video

  November 9, 2024 11:33 PM

  Scattered rain is a possibility for yet another day, so have the rain gear ready to go just in case. A pair of fronts will bring some changes into next week, including a possible cooldown. Today & Tonight : The Capital Area will continue to dodge showers on Sunday,... more »

• Saturday PM Forecast: Scattered rain into Sunday, tracking a front next week Play Video

  November 9, 2024 6:25 PM

  Scattered rain is a common theme in the Storm Station forecast through Sunday. But into next week, a series of fronts will bring some minor changes. A FLOOD WATCH is in effect for East Feliciana, Pointe Coupee, and West Feliciana Parishes as well as Amite and Wilkinson Counties through... more »

• Monday PM Forecast: No sign of cooler weather; Rafael forms in the Caribbean Play Video

  November 4, 2024 4:05 PM

  Near-record warmth in the mornings and afternoons will continue this week. The Storm Station is also tracking a named system which will soon enter the Gulf of Mexico. Scroll down to The Tropics section for the latest on Tropical Storm Rafael. Tonight & Tomorrow: Clouds will increase on... more »

• Sunday PM Forecast: Staying warm, another shot at rain & tropical mischief in the Gulf Play Video

  November 3, 2024 5:46 PM

  The abnormally warm and humid conditions don't go anywhere this week. The Storm Station will also be tracking tropical mischief in the Gulf of Mexico and an approaching cold front which could deliver another round of rain. Tonight & Tomorrow: Expect partly cloudy skies on Sunday night, along with... more »

• Monday PM Forecast: Week of Halloween remains warm, showers eventually return Play Video

  October 28, 2024 5:33 PM

  Unseasonably warm temperatures will accompany rising humidity this week. Rain chances will also be on the increase, and the timing could be unfortunate for Halloween festivities. A DENSE FOG ADVISORY will also be in effect from 4 a.m. to 9 a.m. Tuesday across the capital area. For those traveling... more »

• Duplex unit destroyed after early morning fire Play Video

  October 28, 2024 6:56 AM

  BATON ROUGE - Half of a duplex was destroyed early Monday morning after a fire. The Baton Rouge Fire Department said crews were called to the home on Myrtle Walk just before 1 a.m.. Only half of the duplex was occupied, and the three residents of that unit had... more »

• Wednesday PM Forecast: Recent warm spell to carry over into the weekend Play Video

  October 23, 2024 1:50 PM

  The longest dry streak of the year continues. Sunshine sticks around all the way through the weekend, along with near-record warmth. Tonight & Tomorrow : Mainly clear skies remain in place on Wednesday night. A subtle uptick in low-level moisture will push overnight lows slightly higher. Look for a... more »

• Monday PM Forecast: Highs within reach of records by end of workweek Play Video

  October 21, 2024 2:28 PM

  The dry streak continues in the Capital Area. Temperatures also inch higher, possibly flirting with record warmth by the end of the workweek. Tonight & Tomorrow: With dry air and clear skies in place, expect temperatures to fall quickly after nightfall. Temperatures will bottom out in the mid-50s early... more »

• Sunday PM Forecast: Inching closer to 90 degrees as dry spell continues Play Video

  October 20, 2024 7:13 PM

  There's little hope for rain this week as sunshine appears to dominates yet again. And temperatures will climb as we leave behind the first fall chill. Tonight & Tomorrow: With clear skies and low wind speeds, the Capital Area will face another cool night. Look for a morning low... more »

• Thursday PM Forecast: Slow warm up into the weekend, rain tough to find Play Video

  October 17, 2024 2:26 PM

  Expect a few more cool starts followed by pleasant afternoons with no rain expected. But as time wears on, the Capital Area will experience a slow warm up. Tonight & Tomorrow: Mainly clear skies will allow temperatures to cool quickly for yet another night. Being farther removed from Tuesday... more »

• Tuesday PM Forecast: Cooler air rushes in behind a strong cold front Play Video

  October 15, 2024 2:23 PM

  The much-anticipated cold front plunges south on Tuesday night. Significantly cooler air rushes in behind, delivering the first legitimate fall chill to the capital region. Tonight & Tomorrow: A cold front plunges south on Tuesday night. The cooldown will be slow and steady at first with temperatures remaining in... more »

• Monday PM Forecast: Cold front working south, temperatures set to plunge Play Video

  October 14, 2024 2:15 PM

  Despite a cold front arriving Monday night, it will take some time to get it to cleanly pass through. But once it goes, expect a significant drop in temperatures. Jackets and/or coats will be needed on some mornings. Tonight & Tomorrow: A cold front will arrive during the evening... more »

• Sunday PM Forecast: Humidity inching higher ahead of a big temperature tumble Play Video

  October 13, 2024 5:47 PM

  Despite a warm and muggy start to the week, a strong cold front passage will send temperatures tumbling in just a matter of days. Tonight & Tomorrow: Clouds won't be much of an issue on Sunday night. That's good news for those hoping to catch a glimpse at a... more »

• Wednesday PM Forecast: Keeping the comfortable air; Milton bearing down on Florida

  October 9, 2024 5:09 PM

  On Wednesday, a start in the upper 50s marked the coolest temperature for the Capital Area since late April. While cool mornings will stick around, afternoons will be comfortably warm. Tonight & Tomorrow : All clear skies and low humidity will result in another night with near average temperatures... more »

• Monday PM Forecast: coolest air so far this season arrives tonight, Milton remains a Cat. 5 Play Video

  October 7, 2024 4:29 PM

  A cold front is poised to pass through the capital area on Monday night. The changes that follow will be noticeable and stick around for a while. Tonight & Tomorrow: A much-anticipated cold front will pass through on Monday night in the capital area. While temperatures will gradually cool... more »

• Crews respond to house fire off Plank Road Monday morning caused by faulty outlet Play Video

  October 7, 2024 6:22 AM

  BATON ROUGE - Crews responded to a house fire off Plank Road early Monday morning. The Baton Rouge Fire Department said its crews were called to a home on Sycamore Street off Plank Road early Monday. Two people were inside the home at the time of the fire... more »

• Sunday PM Forecast: Near-record warmth ahead of a much-anticipated cold front Play Video

  October 6, 2024 7:06 PM

  Monday looks to be another hot one with near-record warmth. But an approaching cold front quickly push that out of the picture. A more fall-like pattern takes over as early as Tuesday. Tonight & Tomorrow: Expect a mostly clear and quiet Sunday night. Look for a morning low near... more »

• Amazon hiring 250,000 seasonal workers Play Video

  October 4, 2024 6:34 AM

  Amazon is once again hiring 250,000 workers for the holiday season. The number matches last year's holiday hiring. The full-time, part-time and seasonal roles will be across customer fulfillment and transportation. Amazon says all seasonal workers earn at least 18 dollars an hour. Click here for... more »

• A comet will be visible in capital area skies, won't be seen again for 80,000 years Play Video

  October 3, 2024 7:40 PM

  The capital region will have an opportunity to see an uncommon astronomical sight this month. A comet will be visible in the night sky. Keep reading to find out when it can be seen in the Baton Rouge area. On January 9, 2023, something orbiting the Sun was discovered... more »