4 days ago · Five defendants enter pleas in Caleb Wilson case as prosecution builds evidence Updated: 13 hours ago | By WAFB Staff and Rylee Kramer

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Nov 14, 2025 · WAFB and Gray Media announced Friday that DIRECTV has reached an agreement to carry the Gulf Coast Sports & Entertainment Network (GCSEN), bringing New Orleans Pelicans …

Oct 7, 2025 · A former nursing assistant has been indicted by a grand jury for negligent homicide, according to Louisiana State Attorney General Liz Murrill. (WAFB)

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Dec 21, 2025 · BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - While most places will be closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, some restaurants and other businesses plan to welcome customers.

Jan 3, 2026 · BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - The Baton Rouge area is preparing for another year of Mardi Gras parades and parties. Mardi Gras 2026 is set for Tuesday, February 17.

Dec 10, 2025 · BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - An East Baton Rouge Parish grand jury indicted five people in connection with the alleged hazing death of Southern University student Caleb Wilson.