Chinese buffet restaurant to open January 1 in Baton Rouge

BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - A new all-you-can-eat Chinese buffet restaurant plans to open January 1, 2026 on Airline Highway.

What’s open on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day in the Baton Rouge area?

While most places will be closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, some restaurants and other businesses plan to welcome customers.Below is a list of some restaurants and other businesses in the ...

Animal shelter looking for homes for 300 dogs and cats, making changes in new year

A Baton Rouge animal shelter is hoping to find a permanent home for hundreds of animals and also plans to make some changes ...

Nominations open for Livingston Parish families in need to receive Christmas dinner

Cajun Navy 2016 announced nominations are being accepted until Friday, Dec. 19, for its holiday outreach initiative.

Christmas Day meals being served at St. Vincent de Paul of Baton Rouge

Christmas day has arrived, and the holiday efforts at St. Vincent de Paul of Baton Rouge can be felt. From 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 ...

Last-minute Christmas shoppers rush for gifts and holiday meal ingredients

With Christmas one day away, shoppers made final trips to local stores for last-minute gifts and holiday meal ingredients.

Bomb threat reported at Main Event near Mall of Louisiana

BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - Baton Rouge police are investigating a reported bomb threat at Main Event, an arcade and entertainment venue near the Mall of Louisiana. BRPD spokesman Sgt. L’Jean McKneely ...