Michael Simoneaux

Baton Rouge

Producer at WAFB-TV (Baton Rouge, LA)

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KNOW BEFORE YOU GO: LSU vs. Arkansas in Omaha

1 week ago | fox8live.com | Michael Simoneaux

BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - The LSU Tigers are preparing to take on the Arkansas Razorbacks in the College World Series on Saturday, June 14. RELATED: Tigers in ‘Geauxmaha’The two teams will go up against each other at 6 p.m. in Omaha. The game is expected to be broadcast on ESPN and on LSU Sports Radio Network Affiliates. Gates at the stadium are expected to open one hour after Game 3 of the College World Series ends.
LSU fans invited to send team off to Omaha

2 weeks ago | fox8live.com | Michael Simoneaux

BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - LSU fans are invited to send the baseball team off to Omaha for the College World Series. The team is expected to leave Alex Box Stadium for the Baton Rouge airport at 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday, June 11. Fans can show up to cheer on the team at 9:15 a.m. near gate one outside of the stadium. If you plan to show up for the sendoff, you can park in the Hall of Fame parking lot on the third base side of Alex Box Stadium.
LSU fans invited to send team off to Omaha

2 weeks ago | ksla.com | Michael Simoneaux

BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - LSU fans are invited to send the baseball team off to Omaha for the College World Series. The team is expected to leave Alex Box Stadium for the Baton Rouge airport at 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday, June 11. Fans can show up to cheer on the team at 9:15 a.m. near gate one outside of the stadium. If you plan to show up for the sendoff, you can park in the Hall of Fame parking lot on the third base side of Alex Box Stadium.
LSU fans invited to send team off to Omaha

2 weeks ago | kplctv.com | Michael Simoneaux

BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - LSU fans are invited to send the baseball team off to Omaha for the College World Series. The team is expected to leave Alex Box Stadium for the Baton Rouge airport at 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday, June 11. Fans can show up to cheer on the team at 9:15 a.m. near gate one outside of the stadium. If you plan to show up for the sendoff, you can park in the Hall of Fame parking lot on the third base side of Alex Box Stadium.
Audit reveals some understaffing issues at DCFS during 2024 fiscal year

2 weeks ago | kplctv.com | Michael Simoneaux

BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - An audit of the Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services revealed some understaffing issues during the 2024 fiscal year. The audit was conducted by the Louisiana Legislative Auditor. The findings were released on Monday, June 9. According to the findings, regional child welfare offices at DCFS had unmet staffing needs of at least 129 workers during the 2024 fiscal year. Some of the positions with high vacancies included frontline child welfare workers.
John Foster set to perform in Baton Rouge

2 weeks ago | fox8live.com | Michael Simoneaux

BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - American Idol star John Foster is set to perform in Baton Rouge for the first time since the show’s finale. Foster has a show planned at The Texas Club on Saturday, August 2. According to the venue, tickets for the performance will go on sale at 10 a.m. on Thursday, June 12, on Ticketmaster. The Addis native is set to be joined by special guests, the Lauren Lee Band and Connor Martin, at The Texas Club.
Law enforcement agencies step up patrols for people not wearing seatbelts

1 month ago | kalb.com | Michael Simoneaux

BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - Many law enforcement agencies across Louisiana are stepping up their patrols for people not wearing a seatbelt during the Memorial Day holiday. The extra patrols are part of the “Click it or Ticket” campaign, which is running through Sunday, June 1. Drivers and passengers who get caught not buckling up can expect to get a first-time violation fine of $50. According to the Louisiana High Safety Commission, not wearing a seatbelt is a primary traffic offense in the state.
La. climbs in Pre-K through 12 education rankings in US News & World Report

1 month ago | kplctv.com | Michael Simoneaux

BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - Louisiana has improved for the third year in a row in education rankings released by U.S. News & World Report. According to the Louisiana State Department of Education, Pre-K through 12th-grade education in the state is now ranked 37th in the country. Officials said the ranking is the highest ever for Louisiana and is a jump from a ranking of 40 the state received last year.
Officials issue warning to owners of unregistered houseboats in La.

1 month ago | kplctv.com | Michael Simoneaux

BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - Owners of unregistered houseboats in Louisiana are being warned to get them registered or removed. The warning is coming from the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries. According to the agency, agents are patrolling for unregistered houseboats and are tracking down owners. Owners who refuse to get a houseboat removed or registered with LDWF will face a citation, a spokesperson with the agency said.
La. participating in program that provides summer grocery benefit to some children

2 months ago | ksla.com | Michael Simoneaux

BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - Louisiana is again participating in a program that provides a summer grocery benefit to children who qualify for free or discounted school meals. The program, called SUN Bucks, offers a one-time $120 benefit to pay for items at the grocery store, according to the Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services. Officials said that the majority of eligible families will not need to apply for the program.