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Three candidates have already emerged ahead of the election for a new Central mayor, as current Mayor Wade Evans says he will not seek another term.: wafb.com/2026/07/27/cen…

"IT'S CALLED SUMMER, STEVE." I see comments like that almost every time I post about the heat. And you're right...it is summer. But that's also exactly why we talk about it. Heat is historically the #1 weather-related killer in the United States. Not tornadoes. Not hurricanes. Not floods. Heat. Take a look at the Louisiana Department of Health numbers below through July 18: 4 heat-related deaths 2,076 ER visits 66 ER visits on June 30 alone For some perspective, many people have changed what they're eating after the recent headlines about cyclosporiasis ("explosive diarrhea"). That's understandable. But Louisiana had 66 confirmed cases of cyclosporiasis through July 21 -- about the same number of heat-related ER visits the state saw in a SINGLE DAY on June 30. The point isn't that one risk matters more than another. It's that we tend to take action when we understand a threat. Heat deserves that same respect. Yes, Louisiana summers are hot. They've always been hot. But every year, people -- especially those who work outdoors, exercise outside, or don't have reliable access to air conditioning -- become seriously ill because of the heat. That's why I'll continue talking about it. Stay hydrated. Take frequent breaks. Check on vulnerable friends and neighbors. And never underestimate what prolonged heat can do.

New La. law banning outdoor balloon releases takes effect Aug. 1; state one of 12 in country to prohibit it: wafb.com/2026/07/28/lou…

Louisiana superintendent calls on districts to enforce new bullying laws ahead of school year: wafb.com/2026/07/27/lou…

"I recommend it. That's all I ate my freshman year." Some people may not trust sushi from a grocery store, but @lsuvolleyball star Jurnee Robinson says Matherne's across the street from #LSU Tiger Stadium does it right! Complete conversation - youtube.com/watch?v=93vgoS… @WAFB

The man convicted of killing four University of Idaho students in 2022 after pleading guilty reportedly wants to take back his guilty plea and go to trial. wafb.com/2026/07/27/bry…

La. Department of Revenue says deadline is near to claim millions in state tax refunds before it becomes unclaimed property wafb.com/2026/07/27/dea…

Cracker Barrel’s CEO is stepping down nearly a year after an attempted rebrand of the chain led to a fierce customer backlash. wafb.com/2026/07/27/cra…

Minnieweather family pushing for critical evidence release as landfill search enters week three: wafb.com/2026/07/27/min…

“He is not yet medically cleared to leave the rehab facility and return to the office.” Sen. Mitch McConnell shared a new picture from his rehabilitation center and provided updates on his health.   wafb.com/2026/07/27/sen…

🏀SCHEDULE ANNOUNCED: LSU Men’s Basketball releases game dates for Head Coach Will Wade's first season back with the Tigers wafb.com/2026/07/27/lsu…

Organizers continued their cries, calling for a more transparent investigation into the death of Nolan Wells during a justice walk in Gulfport over the weekend. wafb.com/2026/07/27/com…

Louisiana State Police issued two traffic citations to this driver just to see them disappear the next day. The I-TEAM obtained the body camera video after months of going back and forth with State Police. Now we're asking, who made that call and why? wafb.com/2026/07/22/i-t…

Portobello’s Grill on George O’Neal Road has closed its doors, the restaurant announced Monday. wafb.com/2026/07/27/res…

A NEW BEGINNING: Rescue Rehome Repeat says the kittens found in horrific conditions at the East Baton Rouge Parish landfill will be available for adoption on Sunday, Aug. 9. wafb.com/2026/07/27/aba…

'JIMOTHY' UPDATE: Two members of Congress are demanding Seattle protect its viral raccoon "at all costs." They're worried his celebrity could attract people looking to interact with him. Read the original story🦝 wafb.com/2026/07/20/an-…

A mother and daughter have reunited after 50 years apart. A DNA website match led the Oklahoma woman to her birth mother living in Louisiana. wafb.com/2026/07/27/mot…

#BREAKING The wife of Kansas City Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy was shot by their son at the couple's home in northern Virginia. wafb.com/2026/07/27/pol…

⛳ REDESIGN COMPROMISE? State Rep. Dixon McMakin is pitching a third option for redesigning City-Brooks Community Park amid a debate over two plans that would alter one of Baton Rouge’s oldest golf courses. wafb.com/2026/07/27/cit…

Police are searching for a second suspect after gunfire erupted at a crowded food festival Sunday evening beneath Seattle’s Space Needle. One person has already been arrested in connection with the shooting that left three people dead and four others, including a toddler, injured. wafb.com/2026/07/27/mul…