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UPDATE: Southern University officials say there is no immediate threat to campus https://www.wafb.com/2026/10/26/shooting-reported-southern-university-campus/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_

Two contested races for EBR Family Court judge appear on the ballot this month, drawing attention after the court faced scrutiny in recent years https://www.wafb.com/2026/10/27/why-you-should-care-about-races-ebr-family-court/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_ 

BREAKING: One person is injured after what is believed to be an 'isolated' shooting in the residential area of Southern's campus; alleged shooter at large https://www.wafb.com/2026/10/26/shooting-reported-southern-university-campus/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_ 

Louisiana chief of police, former assistant chief arrested, accused of taking money meant for fallen officer’s family https://www.wafb.com/2026/10/26/mangham-chief-police-former-assistant-chief-arrested-accused-taking-money-meant-fallen-officers-family/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_

A 65-year-old woman and her 61-year-old brother were killed in a house fire over the weekend https://www.wafb.com/2026/10/26/brother-sister-killed-weekend-fire-livingston-parish/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_

Early voting ends Tuesday🗳️Here's a breakdown of what those 10 constitutional amendments on the ballot mean https://www.wafb.com/2026/10/14/louisiana-voters-face-10-constitutional-amendments-november-heres-what-yes-or-no-vote-means/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_

“Star Trek” actor Walter Koenig, best known for playing Ensign Pavel Chekov across the sci-fi franchise, has died. www.wafb.com/2026/10/26/s...

LSU Police arrested a man accused of raping a woman Friday inside a study room on campus. www.wafb.com/2026/10/26/m...

Eric Bauza, the Emmy Award-winning voice actor who was the modern voice of Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, and many other Looney Tunes characters, has died. He was 46. https://www.wafb.com/2026/10/26/eric-bauza-modern-voice-bugs-bunny-daffy-duck-more-dies-46/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_ 

President Trump intensified his attacks on Michigan Democratic Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed, questioning the Muslim candidate’s loyalty and trying to tie him to extremism. El-Sayed has repeatedly denied and condemned the claims.

A massive fire at a seafood processing plant has forced evacuations in Newport, Oregon, as officials investigate whether smoke in the air contains ammonia.

Man injured in shooting on Airline Highway, suspect arrested

Trump says he called Google to rename the Atlantic Ocean. Here’s how they responded ⤵️

A pedestrian died after he was injured in a double hit-and-run in Arizona.

Another honor for the Bayou Barbie! 🐯💜 Former LSU star Angel Reese earned All-WNBA Second Team honors after a record-breaking season with the Atlanta Dream. She was also named the 2026 WNBA Defensive Player of the Year!

President Trump announced an $8 billion plan aimed at helping farmers offset diesel costs during the harvest season.

Airfare expected to stay high through the holiday season

WWE legend Ric Flair recovering after being hospitalized for fall, reports say

Six Flags says it will add seat belts to the Georgia roller coaster where a rider died — and to other rides with similar restraints. The coaster remains closed as investigators work to determine what happened.

Heartbreaker in Houston. Southern tied the game late, but Texas Southern kicked a 46-yard field goal with one second left to win 24-21.

Trump casts his midterm ballot early in Florida

Police are looking for an 18-wheeler that witnesses say rear-ended a vehicle on I-12, sending it into the tree line. Three people were taken to the hospital for evaluation.

Texas Southern leads Southern 14-7 at halftime

LSU snapped an eight-game SEC road losing streak with a 38-17 win at Auburn. Sam Leavitt accounted for four touchdowns as the Tigers improved to 6-2.

Airbnb guests no longer have to wash dishes, strip the beds at checkout

After more than 100 hospital stays, 15-year-old Phillip Mullin is making history as the first child in Louisiana functionally cured of sickle cell disease through gene therapy.

🏈 Week 8 of Sportsline Friday Night airs tonight! Watch LIVE high school football scores and highlights on WAFB, Roku, YouTube, and the 9News app at 10:10 p.m. CT. You can also track live scores throughout the night on our website and app! ⤵️

A Ponchatoula mother and her boyfriend have been arrested after police say an autopsy found a 2-year-old died from the toxic effects of kratom-related compounds.

LSU researchers testing saliva as new tool to diagnose concussions

“Could have probably postponed”: President Trump expressed concern about the NFL's decision to have the Saints, Steelers game amid civil unrest in Paris https://www.wafb.com/2026/10/23/trump-expresses-concern-about-nfl-game-civil-unrest-paris/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_

Burn ban issued for East Baton Rouge Parish amid dry conditions

The 18-year-old son of Baton Rouge rapper Boosie has been arrested on armed robbery and battery charges following an investigation in Livingston Parish. https://tinyurl.com/yu66fn8c?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_ 

Five people are in custody and five more are wanted after a multi-agency operation investigating an alleged attempt to meet a 15-year-old in Pointe Coupee Parish, authorities say.

A woman has been arrested in connection with a crash on the Basin Bridge involving a missing woman from Houston, Louisiana State Police said. Troopers say no one has been charged in connection with the disappearance of Munn-Holiday at this time. www.wafb.com/2026/10/23/w...

They're not varsity. They're not funded by the athletic department. But LSU's club hockey team just moved up a division, started pulling in interest from out-of-state recruits — and racked up over a million views on social media along the way. www.wafb.com/2026/10/23/l...

Dale Brown, the LSU basketball coaching legend who led the Tigers to two Final Fours and recruited Shaquille O’Neal and Chris Jackson, has died at 90 https://www.wafb.com/2026/10/23/dale-brown-lsu-basketball-coaching-legend-dies-90/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_

Benny’s Car Wash at Siegen Lane is transforming into a haunted car wash this weekend to raise money for Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health. www.wafb.com/2026/10/23/b...

Amid carnival rides and fair food, one vendor at the Greater Baton Rouge State Fair is keeping her late brother's memory alive through the food her family serves. www.wafb.com/2026/10/23/g...

President Trump is backing Ohio GOP gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy’s controversial ad featuring his Democratic opponent’s estranged mother — despite criticism from members of his own party.

Federal judge orders Trump administration to halt noncitizen voting investigation in 9 states

After losing more than $600,000 in funding, Baton Rouge nonprofit Big Buddy says it is struggling to make payroll — putting after-school programs that serve more than 400 children at risk. The organization is now asking the community for help.

The Mississippi Department of Public Safety released new footage from the fatal shooting of 1-year-old Kohen Wiley. https://www.wafb.com/2026/10/23/state-releases-footage-police-shooting-1-year-old-kohen-wiley/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_

A 65-year-old woman was found unconscious in a pool of blood inside a Baton Rouge apartment Sunday night, according to police. She remains in critical condition as a suspect was arrested and faces an attempted second-degree murder charge.

A fight during game day a week ago is prompting LSU President Wade Rousse to make changes to game day security. www.wafb.com/2026/10/22/l...

EBR Parish has recorded a higher murder count than Orleans Parish this year, according to year-to-date crime statistics www.wafb.com/2026/10/22/b...

Doctors urge people not to ignore blood clot warning signs after Philadelphia Eagle Jalen Hurts’ diagnosis

Southern University football coach and NFL Hall of Famer Marshall Faulk is sharing his experience living with Parkinson’s disease. Faulk discussed the symptom that prompted him to seek care and the treatment he says has helped him manage the condition.

Pointe Coupee has issued a parish-wide burn ban amid ‘severe drought conditions’ in the area https://www.wafb.com/2026/10/22/pointe-coupee-issues-burn-ban-parish-amid-severe-drought-conditions/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_ 

Police are asking for the public’s help finding 23-year-old Floyd Thibodeaux, who is wanted on second-degree murder and weapons charges. More ⤵️

Taco Bell makes decision on soft drink provider as sister chain KFC switches to Coca-Cola