From left, sisters Sandra Brown, Alene Casemore and Pat Green reminisce while chatting at their father’s store, Town and Country Furniture, Friday, February 28, 2025, during the final days of operation in Baton Rouge, La. After 68 years in business, Town & Country Furniture is shutting down.

Defendants attorneys lodged three motions to bar the death penalty from being imposed. A judge rejected their arguments in all three

"It is with profound sorrow that we extend our condolences on the passing of Caleb Wilson. His loss is deeply felt, and our hearts go out to his family, friends, and all who were touched by him."

Tiger Clawzzz, a claw machine-centric arcade, is opening on Essen Lane in a shared space with Boru and Sweet Society. The arcade will feature over 26 games, including claw machines to win plushies and high-tech Gashapon vending machines that roll out gashapon balls with prizes inside.

A university spokesman said the pause was due to the death of Caleb Wilson, 20, a junior from Kenner studying mechanical engineering.

East Baton Rouge Mayor-President Sid Edwards has released his “Revive EBR” proposal to relocate library funds for other city services like public safety and road improvements.

Lucas Meachem is one of the most sought-after baritones in the world and known as a 'rock star of opera.' He's coming to the capital city for a special evening of world class music in downtown Baton Rouge on March 7.

BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - The Krewe of Southdowns and Spanish Town Mardi Gras parades are set to roll this weekend in Baton Rouge. Along with the festive cheer for the season of parades, the Baton Rouge Police Department wants to remind everyone of the security efforts in place to ensure safety.

BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - The Baton Rouge Police Department is investigating after a woman was shot while driving Monday evening (Feb. 24). Police say they were contacted by hospital staff around 7:40 p.m. when the victim arrived at the hospital with a gunshot wound that was not considered life-threatening.

East Baton Rouge Schools to have public meetings on consolidating schools, realignment plans The American pro wasn't a Swiftie when they met, but he sure is now. The Oscar-winning actor and his wife of over 30 years were reportedly found dead in their New Mexico home.