Posted 8:36 AM 9/27/2026 by WBRZ Staff

ADDIS — A group of children stumbled across a body late Saturday night in Addis, according to the West Baton Rouge Coroner's Office. 

The children were riding side-by-side between the levee and the river around 11 p.m. in a wooded area near Younger Drive when they came across the body of a young male, officials said. 

The person's name and cause of death have not been released at this time.

The incident remains under investigation. 

Posted 10:03 PM 9/26/2026 by WBRZ Staff

COVINGTON — The Louisiana State Police said a 12-year-old boy last seen at his home in Covington was found safe.

The advisory was issued on behalf of the Covington Police Department. LSP received the request at approximately 9:08 p.m.

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Posted 9:56 PM 9/25/2026 by Ben Dackiw

ST. AMANT - St. Amant vs. East Ascension is seemingly always a nail-biting affair in one of the most well-known rivalries in the state. In the 2026 edition, East Ascension got the win on a walk-off field goal in overtime to win 45-42.

Earlier in the week, East Ascension head coach Brock (More)