KALB-TV (Alexandria, LA)

KALB-TV is a television station that operates on virtual channel 5 and digital channel 35 (UHF). It is affiliated with NBC, CBS, and CW+ and is licensed to Alexandria, Louisiana, in the United States. The station is owned by Gray Television, which is based in Atlanta. KALB-TV's studio facilities are situated on Washington Street in the heart of Alexandria, while its transmission tower is located in Forest Hill.

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English

Television

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Global

#163692

United States

#34183

Arts and Entertainment/TV Movies and Streaming

#969

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Cenla native and World War II veteran is turning 100 years old

1 day ago | kalb.com | Carmen Taffi

ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB) - A World War II veteran right here in Alexandria is turning 100 years old. JD Leatherman, or as people call him, “Woo”, is proudly turning 100. He lived his whole life in the same house on Old Baton Rouge Highway. “Woo” still remembers looking for arrowheads, fishing with his father when he was little, and playing baseball with his friends.
‘Just end him’: Group of 5th grade girls accused of plotting to kill a boy at school

2 days ago | kalb.com | Micaela Marshall |Casey Torres |Emily Van de Riet

SURPRISE, Ariz. (KPHO/Gray News) – Four elementary school girls in Arizona are accused of plotting to kill a classmate by stabbing him in a school bathroom. The case involves four girls, ages 10 and 11, who are fifth graders at Legacy Traditional School’s West Surprise campus. A newly released report from Surprise Police said the friends devised the plan during lunch and recess on Oct. 1, 2024.
CHRISTUS Health is shedding light on Alzheimer’s Disease

2 days ago | kalb.com | Carmen Taffi

ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB) - CHRISTUS Health is shedding some light on Alzheimer’s disease, with June being Alzheimer’s and Brain Cancer Awareness Month. According to Cabrini, this disease affects about 7.2 million Americans ages 65 and older. Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive neurological disorder that destroys memory and cognitive function. While age is the greatest known risk factor for Alzheimer’s, the disease is not a normal part of aging.
LifeShare urges summer blood donations as supplies run low

3 days ago | kalb.com | Daviion Telsee

ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB) - LifeShare Blood Center is asking the community to make blood donation part of their summer plans, especially with demand expected to rise around the July 4 holiday. Summer is a challenging time for blood banks because fewer people donate, yet the need for blood stays high. On top of that, blood does not last long. Red blood cells expire in 42 days, and platelets only last five to seven days.
T.R.E.E. House Children’s Museum is getting a rebrand

3 days ago | kalb.com | Carmen Taffi

ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB)— The T.R.E.E. House Children’s Museum is a local staple in Alexandria, providing children with a sensory-engaging, interactive, and fun learning experience, and it’s undergoing some rebranding changes. The T.R.E.E. House is a creative museum that enriches the imagination of children through hands-on learning and exploratory play. Their overall objective, with the activities they provide, has now been broken up into four pillars.
Tunica‑Biloxi Tribe, United Way team up for 4th annual ‘Hit for Hope’ golf tournament

4 days ago | kalb.com | Daviion Telsee

MARKSVILLE, LA. (KALB) - On June 23, under sunny skies and with dozens of teams on the green, the Tunica‑Biloxi Tribe of Louisiana joined forces with the United Way of Central Louisiana to host the fourth annual “Hit for Hope” golf tournament at Tamahka Trails Golf Course in Marksville. The event, officially named the Tunica‑Biloxi Governors Cup, brings together players ranging from first-timers to long‑time supporters.
Events coming up at the T.R.E.E. House Children’s Museum

4 days ago | kalb.com | Carmen Taffi

ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB)— The T.R.E.E. House Children’s Museum has a list of events coming up to keep kids busy. The T.R.E.E. House’s mission is to provide children with a sensory engaging, interactive and fun learning experience. They provide hands-on exhibits and programs that meet the following objectives: education, family, discovery, and community.
New Louisiana law lets cops ‘neutralize’ suspicious drones

5 days ago | kalb.com | Wesley Muller

BATON ROUGE, La. (Louisiana Illuminator) - Gov. Jeff Landry signed a bill into law Wednesday that lets local law enforcement officers “neutralize” any drones operating in a “nefarious manner,” such as flying over a parade route. House Bill 261 by Rep. Jay Gallé, R-Mandeville, passed both chambers of the Louisiana Legislature with unanimous support.
Shine a light on Men’s Mental Health

1 week ago | kalb.com | Daviion Telsee

ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB) - June is Men’s Mental Health Month, a time to shine a light on an often-overlooked issue. For years, men have faced pressure to stay strong, silent and self-reliant. But across Central Louisiana, more men are speaking up about mental health and the harm of suppressing emotions. Jarvis Fountaine, resource coordinator with the CLASS Horn Program, explained that childhood experiences and early relationships shape our mental well-being.
Tips on staying safe during this years summer heat

1 week ago | kalb.com | Carmen Taffi

ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB) - CHRISTUS St. Frances Cabrini Hospital is encouraging people to stay prepared for potential emergencies. Summer is all about fun activities, but Mary Tarver, Emergency Preparedness Director for Cabrini Hospital, stressed the importance of staying aware of your surroundings and letting people know where you are. “Well, we’ve had people who have used their cell phone to leave a message on their voicemail,” Tarver said.