Mykal Vincent

WAFB Digital Content Producer

Baton Rouge, La.

Mykal Vincent is a Baton Rouge native who began working for WAFB in 2016.

In his position as a digital content producer, Mykal has found creative new ways of promoting and sharing news content.

Mykal's creative side extends to the musical world.

Contact Mykal via email at mvincent@wafb.com.

Awards:

Donna Britt told me I was the best dressed guy in the building on my first day at WAFB. I was honored.

Education:

Tara High School

Recent Articles by Mykal

Louisiana reports 9 new cases of hepatitis A, bringing total number to 541

The Louisiana Department of Health (LDH) says over 530 cases of hepatitis A have been linked to an ongoing outbreak declared in Dec. of 2018, however cases have been tracked since January of 2018.

Mykal Vincent and Kevin Foster

Published September 20, 2019 at 11:57 AM

Operating license revoked after child reportedly left in locked van at St. Amant daycare

The operating license of a daycare in St. Amant has been revoked after a child was reportedly left in a locked van in mid-June.

Mykal Vincent, Austin Kemker and Rachael Thomas

Published September 11, 2019 at 4:46 PM

Alleged serial killer Ryan Sharpe found sane during murder of BREC commissioner; trial date set for 2020

The trial date for an accused serial killer has been set after doctor's found him to be sane at the time of the killings.

Mykal Vincent

Published September 11, 2019 at 12:41 PM

Recall: Gluten-free muffin mix could contain gluten

A voluntary recall was issued for a muffin mix that is marketed as gluten-free but may have been contaminated with gluten.

Mykal Vincent

Published September 10, 2019 at 11:29 AM

State Farm has cut insurance rates again for drivers in Louisiana

Drivers in Louisiana with State Farm insurance policies will see yet another decrease.

Mykal Vincent

Published September 5, 2019 at 11:13 AM

Juvenile female dead following accidental shooting in Lafayette; teen arrested

A juvenile female was accidentally shot and killed in Lafayette.

Mykal Vincent

Published September 3, 2019 at 10:38 AM

Louisiana secures $76 million to address traffic

Officials are working to ensure the money is invested in projects of the highest priority.

Mykal Vincent

Published August 30, 2019 at 10:23 AM

Major cybersecurity center coming to Baton Rouge’s Water Campus

The capital region is getting a cybersecurity facility amid a statewide emergency.

Mykal Vincent

Published August 28, 2019 at 4:49 AM

Teen accused of killing father pleads not guilty

A teen accused of killing his father pleaded not guilty Monday, Aug. 26 to a second degree murder charge.

Mykal Vincent

Published August 26, 2019 at 5:38 PM

Leonardo DiCaprio’s new environmental fund pledges $5 million in aid amid Amazon fires

An environmental initiative backed by Leonardo DiCaprio has committed $5 million to help preserve the Amazon rainforest after a recent surge in wildfires.

Mykal Vincent

Published August 26, 2019 at 6:28 AM

'We lost a real Louisianian’: Hundreds pay last respects to Gov. Kathleen Blanco

Governor Kathleen Babineaux Blanco will lie in state on Thursday, August 22, in the State Capitol Rotunda as part of a three-day Celebration of Life

Mykal Vincent

Published August 22, 2019 at 1:03 PM

Officer likely behind LSU intruder situation was on campus to educate students about online safety

An armed officer from the A.G.'s office was on campus as part of LSU's Welcome Week activities.

Mykal Vincent

Published August 21, 2019 at 12:41 PM

KIRAN: Baker officer’s employment reinstated after calling firearm law ‘B.S.’

A Baker police officer who was terminated for calling a firearm law "B.S." has won an appeal to get his job back.

Mykal Vincent and Kiran Chawla

Published August 19, 2019 at 12:20 PM

School bus driver ticketed for running red light, crashing with children on board

Seven children were on board when a school bus driver ran a red light, causing a crash in Brusly.

Mykal Vincent

Published August 14, 2019 at 10:42 AM

LSU nears the top of SI.com’s greatest college football lists

In honor of college football's 150th year, Sports Illustrated put together 15 lists of college football's greatest.

Mykal Vincent

Published August 13, 2019 at 7:26 AM

The wait is over! Spicy nuggets are back at Wendy’s

In the most highly-anticipated return to a fast food restaurant’s menu, spicy nuggets are officially back at Wendy’s.

Mykal Vincent

Published August 12, 2019 at 6:40 AM

LSU baseball releases 2020 roster and new player profiles

It’s a double-edged sword; graduating seniors to the major leagues.

Mykal Vincent

Published July 30, 2019 at 10:41 AM

Will Wade: LSU men’s basketball facility in “desperate need of upgrades”

The tournament will be Wade’s first time back on the court as LSU’s head coach since his suspension.

Mykal Vincent

Published July 30, 2019 at 10:30 AM

Leroy Andrus and his trusty rod and reel snagged a prehistoric monster in Krotz Springs.

Mykal Vincent

Published July 29, 2019 at 9:26 AM

Almost 30 pounds of prescription pills recovered from Baton Rouge chiropractor’s home, car

Over 80 pill bottles with obliterated labels and almost 600 dosage units of drugs were recovered by investigators.

Mykal Vincent

Published July 25, 2019 at 10:20 AM

$28 million LSU locker room renovation sparks heated debate

A newly renovated locker room for the LSU football players is sparking outrage on social media.

Amanda Lindsley, Mykal Vincent and Austin Kemker

Published July 24, 2019 at 7:12 PM

Judge orders teen accused of causing fatal crash to be restored to competency

Jack Jordan, 18, is facing a murder charge for allegedly intentionally causing a crash that claimed the life of Stephanie Payne, 51.

Kevin Foster and Mykal Vincent

Published July 24, 2019 at 2:51 PM

LSU predicted to finish behind Bama in SEC West

Alabama has been predicted to defeat Georgia in the SEC Championship Game this year, at the conclusion of Media Days.

Mykal Vincent

Published July 19, 2019 at 11:03 AM

Autopsy results released for teen that died at Tangipahoa Parish Jail

A teen was found dead at the Tangipahoa Parish Prison Tuesday.

Mykal Vincent

Published July 16, 2019 at 10:05 AM

Change your flight reservations with no fees at these airlines ahead of TS Barry

The waivers will allow those with tickets to change their reservations without fees, as long as they do so by a certain deadline.

Mykal Vincent

Published July 12, 2019 at 5:53 AM

Gov. Edwards declares state of emergency ahead of severe tropical weather

Governor John Bel Edwards will declare a state of emergency for Louisiana ahead of severe tropical weather expected to significantly impact the state

Mykal Vincent and Liz Koh

Published July 10, 2019 at 12:59 PM

Gravy sold at Popeyes in Louisiana recalled due to possible contamination

Over 35,000 pounds of gravy shipped to Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen restaurants in Louisiana has been recalled.

Mykal Vincent

Published July 10, 2019 at 6:29 AM

Baton Rouge interstate shooting, carjacking suspect shot by officer in Woodville, Miss.

A police officer shot the man accused of shooting and carjacking a woman in Baton Rouge after he threatened a gas station employee in Mississippi

Mykal Vincent

Published July 2, 2019 at 6:29 PM

Woman found walking on interstate with gunshot wound; 6th shooting in Baton Rouge in 5 days

Police are investigating the sixth shooting in five days after a woman was found walking on the interstate with a gunshot wound.

Mykal Vincent and Graham Ulkins

Published July 2, 2019 at 10:16 AM

Mother, three others arrested after toddler dies from gunshot

A mother and three others have been arrested after the death of a toddler in Lafayette.

Mykal Vincent

Published July 1, 2019 at 10:24 AM

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Mykal Vincent

WAFB Digital Content Producer

Baton Rouge, La.

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