WAFB (Unofficial)
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@wafb.com stopped posting on Bluesky, so this unofficial account exists to pick up their slack.
WAFB Channel 9 in Baton Rouge IS Louisiana's News Channel. #1 news, weather, and sports station in south Louisiana.
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WAFB Channel 9 in Baton Rouge IS Louisiana's News Channel. #1 news, weather, and sports station in south Louisiana.
🔗 wafb.com
👨🏻💻 Admin: @apaulo11.bsky.social
RT @JaredWAFB: The latest timing of the COLD FRONT and SEVERE THREAT, plus Thursday's forecast.
January 8, 2026 at 12:15 PM
RT @JaredWAFB: The latest timing of the COLD FRONT and SEVERE THREAT, plus Thursday's forecast.
RT @JaredWAFB: Good Thursday morning...There is still a level two slight risk of severe weather across the region from Friday afternoon thr…
January 8, 2026 at 11:38 AM
RT @JaredWAFB: Good Thursday morning...There is still a level two slight risk of severe weather across the region from Friday afternoon thr…
BREAKING: 2 killed, several injured in shooting during funeral at Salt Lake City church meetinghouse
https://www.wafb.com/2026/01/08/2-killed-several-injured-shooting-during-funeral-salt-lake-city-church-meetinghouse/?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=snd&utm_content=wafb
https://www.wafb.com/2026/01/08/2-killed-several-injured-shooting-during-funeral-salt-lake-city-church-meetinghouse/?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=snd&utm_content=wafb
2 killed, several injured in shooting during funeral at Salt Lake City church meetinghouse
The shooting took place in the parking lot of a meetinghouse of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
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January 8, 2026 at 4:40 AM
BREAKING: 2 killed, several injured in shooting during funeral at Salt Lake City church meetinghouse
https://www.wafb.com/2026/01/08/2-killed-several-injured-shooting-during-funeral-salt-lake-city-church-meetinghouse/?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=snd&utm_content=wafb
https://www.wafb.com/2026/01/08/2-killed-several-injured-shooting-during-funeral-salt-lake-city-church-meetinghouse/?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=snd&utm_content=wafb
The Golden Globes are this week. Here’s what to know about the first major show of awards season: https://tinyurl.com/2jyfsw7z?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=snd&utm_content=wafb
January 8, 2026 at 3:50 AM
The Golden Globes are this week. Here’s what to know about the first major show of awards season: https://tinyurl.com/2jyfsw7z?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=snd&utm_content=wafb
String of thefts prompts Iberville Parish sheriff to urge residents to lock doors: https://tinyurl.com/2tv4xh7w?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=snd&utm_content=wafb
January 8, 2026 at 3:20 AM
String of thefts prompts Iberville Parish sheriff to urge residents to lock doors: https://tinyurl.com/2tv4xh7w?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=snd&utm_content=wafb
House takes step toward extending Affordable Care Act subsidies, overpowering GOP leadership: https://tinyurl.com/2tcef7yz?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=snd&utm_content=wafb
January 8, 2026 at 2:49 AM
House takes step toward extending Affordable Care Act subsidies, overpowering GOP leadership: https://tinyurl.com/2tcef7yz?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=snd&utm_content=wafb
New billboard campaign launched for Madison Allen, missing over two years: https://tinyurl.com/555wudkc?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=snd&utm_content=wafb
January 8, 2026 at 2:19 AM
New billboard campaign launched for Madison Allen, missing over two years: https://tinyurl.com/555wudkc?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=snd&utm_content=wafb
Louisiana Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force receives $477,943 federal grant renewal: https://tinyurl.com/y5djmptr?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=snd&utm_content=wafb
January 8, 2026 at 1:49 AM
Louisiana Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force receives $477,943 federal grant renewal: https://tinyurl.com/y5djmptr?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=snd&utm_content=wafb
Edwards highlights accomplishments, priorities for 2026: https://tinyurl.com/4jp3x7yd?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=snd&utm_content=wafb
January 8, 2026 at 1:19 AM
Edwards highlights accomplishments, priorities for 2026: https://tinyurl.com/4jp3x7yd?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=snd&utm_content=wafb
I-TEAM: Ascension Parish councilman sued over scandalous social media post https://tinyurl.com/2fwab4ad
January 8, 2026 at 1:02 AM
I-TEAM: Ascension Parish councilman sued over scandalous social media post https://tinyurl.com/2fwab4ad
US seeks to assert its control over Venezuelan oil with tanker seizures and sales worldwide https://www.wafb.com/2026/01/07/us-forces-board-venezuela-linked-sanctioned-oil-tanker-north-atlantic-us-official-says/
US seeks to assert its control over Venezuelan oil with tanker seizures and sales worldwide
A U.S. official says U.S. forces have boarded a Venezuela-linked sanctioned oil tanker in North Atlantic after pursuing it for weeks.
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January 7, 2026 at 10:30 PM
US seeks to assert its control over Venezuelan oil with tanker seizures and sales worldwide https://www.wafb.com/2026/01/07/us-forces-board-venezuela-linked-sanctioned-oil-tanker-north-atlantic-us-official-says/
Uncle Earl’s Bar to close January 15 after six years in Baton Rouge: https://tinyurl.com/4f48kj9c
January 7, 2026 at 9:27 PM
Uncle Earl’s Bar to close January 15 after six years in Baton Rouge: https://tinyurl.com/4f48kj9c
Dr. Oz says alcohol lets people ‘bond and socialize’ amid new dietary guidelines https://tinyurl.com/kvkeajpj?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=snd&utm_content=wafb
January 7, 2026 at 9:15 PM
Dr. Oz says alcohol lets people ‘bond and socialize’ amid new dietary guidelines https://tinyurl.com/kvkeajpj?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=snd&utm_content=wafb
Ponchatoula High School student arrested after teacher injured in fight, sheriff says https://www.wafb.com/2026/01/07/ponchatoula-high-school-student-arrested-after-teacher-injured-fight-sheriff-says/
Ponchatoula High School student arrested after teacher injured in fight, sheriff says
A 15-year-old Ponchatoula High student has been arrested after a fight on campus left a teacher injured, according to the Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff’s Office. He faces multiple charges—including second...
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January 7, 2026 at 9:03 PM
Ponchatoula High School student arrested after teacher injured in fight, sheriff says https://www.wafb.com/2026/01/07/ponchatoula-high-school-student-arrested-after-teacher-injured-fight-sheriff-says/
New dietary guidelines urge Americans to avoid processed foods and added sugar https://www.wafb.com/2026/01/07/new-dietary-guidelines-urge-americans-avoid-processed-foods-added-sugar/?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=snd&utm_content=wafb
New dietary guidelines urge Americans to avoid processed foods and added sugar
New guidelines for healthy eating say Americans should eat more whole foods and protein, fewer highly processed foods and less added sugar.
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January 7, 2026 at 8:39 PM
New dietary guidelines urge Americans to avoid processed foods and added sugar https://www.wafb.com/2026/01/07/new-dietary-guidelines-urge-americans-avoid-processed-foods-added-sugar/?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=snd&utm_content=wafb
Man drops wedding ring off bridge during proposal https://tinyurl.com/42pyuvyn?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=snd&utm_content=wafb
January 7, 2026 at 8:15 PM
Man drops wedding ring off bridge during proposal https://tinyurl.com/42pyuvyn?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=snd&utm_content=wafb
Nick Reiner's arraignment in parents' killing is delayed after his attorney asks to be replaced https://www.wafb.com/2026/01/07/nick-reiner-be-arraigned-killing-parents-rob-michele-reiner/
Nick Reiner’s arraignment in parents’ killing is delayed after his attorney asks to be replaced
A judge has delayed Nick Reiner’s arraignment in the killing of his parents, Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner, after his high-profile attorney asked to be replaced by a public defender.
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January 7, 2026 at 8:00 PM
Nick Reiner's arraignment in parents' killing is delayed after his attorney asks to be replaced https://www.wafb.com/2026/01/07/nick-reiner-be-arraigned-killing-parents-rob-michele-reiner/
East Baton Rouge Parish Library seeks standalone tax after Thrive EBR failure https://www.wafb.com/2026/01/07/east-baton-rouge-parish-library-seeks-standalone-tax-after-thrive-ebr-failure/
East Baton Rouge Parish Library seeks standalone tax after Thrive EBR failure
The East Baton Rouge Parish Library will ask voters to approve a standalone 10-year dedicated tax continuation at 9.5 mills on June 27, 2026, following the November failure of Mayor Sid Edwards’ Thriv...
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January 7, 2026 at 7:51 PM
East Baton Rouge Parish Library seeks standalone tax after Thrive EBR failure https://www.wafb.com/2026/01/07/east-baton-rouge-parish-library-seeks-standalone-tax-after-thrive-ebr-failure/
Woman accused of robbing Chick-fil-A, using money at casino, then leading officers on chase that ended in crash https://tinyurl.com/bftf58e9?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=snd&utm_content=wafb
January 7, 2026 at 7:27 PM
Woman accused of robbing Chick-fil-A, using money at casino, then leading officers on chase that ended in crash https://tinyurl.com/bftf58e9?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=snd&utm_content=wafb
Man wanted for allegedly using stolen credit card at Port Allen businesses: https://shorturl.at/ZFtqX?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=snd&utm_content=wafb
January 7, 2026 at 6:57 PM
Man wanted for allegedly using stolen credit card at Port Allen businesses: https://shorturl.at/ZFtqX?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=snd&utm_content=wafb
Walker man killed in overnight crash in Livingston Parish: https://www.wafb.com/2026/01/07/walker-man-killed-single-vehicle-crash-livingston-parish/?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=snd&utm_content=wafb
Walker man killed in single-vehicle crash in Livingston Parish
A Walker man was killed in a crash after hitting several trees.
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January 7, 2026 at 5:56 PM
Walker man killed in overnight crash in Livingston Parish: https://www.wafb.com/2026/01/07/walker-man-killed-single-vehicle-crash-livingston-parish/?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=snd&utm_content=wafb
Louisiana woman ‘trying to be a mermaid’ arrested after attacking deputy: https://bit.ly/4qzv5Ks?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=snd&utm_content=wafb
Marion woman ‘trying to be a mermaid’ arrested after attacking deputy
The Union Parish Sheriff’s Office arrested a Marion woman accused of attacking a deputy.
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January 7, 2026 at 5:23 PM
Louisiana woman ‘trying to be a mermaid’ arrested after attacking deputy: https://bit.ly/4qzv5Ks?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=snd&utm_content=wafb
RT @sydneygold_wx: We're continuing to monitor a potential for severe storms ahead of the next cold front later this week.
The primary win…
The primary win…
January 7, 2026 at 4:02 PM
RT @sydneygold_wx: We're continuing to monitor a potential for severe storms ahead of the next cold front later this week.
The primary win…
The primary win…
Second citywide power outage planned for Plaquemine on Wednesday night: https://www.wafb.com/2026/01/02/power-outages-planned-plaquemine-due-maintenance/?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=snd&utm_content=wafb
Power outages planned for Plaquemine due to maintenance
Officials say the outage is due to maintenance at the electric substation.
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January 7, 2026 at 3:20 PM
Second citywide power outage planned for Plaquemine on Wednesday night: https://www.wafb.com/2026/01/02/power-outages-planned-plaquemine-due-maintenance/?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=snd&utm_content=wafb
Warner Bros. rejects a proposed takeover bid, telling stakeholders to stick with a rival offer: https://www.wafb.com/2026/01/07/warner-bros-rejects-takeover-offer-paramount-tells-shareholders-stick-with-netflix-bid/?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=snd&utm_content=wafb
Warner Bros rejects takeover offer from Paramount, tells shareholders to stick with Netflix bid
Warner Bros. is again rejecting a takeover bid from Paramount and telling shareholders to stick with a rival offer from Netflix
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January 7, 2026 at 1:47 PM
Warner Bros. rejects a proposed takeover bid, telling stakeholders to stick with a rival offer: https://www.wafb.com/2026/01/07/warner-bros-rejects-takeover-offer-paramount-tells-shareholders-stick-with-netflix-bid/?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=snd&utm_content=wafb