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

Shaq named special reserve sheriff’s deputy in La. parish

Shaq Diesel is now a special member of law enforcement in Louisiana.

Mykal Vincent

Published October 22, 2020 at 11:24 AM

Say hello to the largest zipline course in south Louisiana

Magnolia Ridge Adventure park is a brand-new obstacle course and zipline park in East Feliciana.

Mykal Vincent

Published October 16, 2020 at 10:01 AM

2-year-old found dead in vehicle in Lafayette Parish; arrest made

A 27-year-old has been arrested in connection to the young boy's death.

Mykal Vincent

Published September 29, 2020 at 5:30 PM

Gov. Edwards requests $175M unspent Main Street Recovery funds to be reallocated

Money would go to the unemployment trust fund, local governments, and businesses closed during Phases 2 and 3

Mykal Vincent

Published September 25, 2020 at 11:03 AM

Haunted house group size limited to 6 people; reservations encouraged

The start of Halloween season is upon us.

Mykal Vincent

Published September 17, 2020 at 11:25 AM

‘Rough’ and ’emotional’: Lake Charles news team discusses reporting on hometown devastation

The KPLC news team has been reporting on the devastation in their hometown for a week.

Mykal Vincent

Published September 3, 2020 at 9:18 AM

NHC warns of ‘unsurvivable’ storm surge as Laura approaches Gulf coast

Laura is forecast to bring "destructive waves" and "catastrophic damage" to southwest Louisiana.

Mykal Vincent

Published August 26, 2020 at 11:23 AM

EXCLUSIVE: LSU interim president would be ‘surprised’ and ‘concerned’ if procedures weren’t followed in Guice case

A former LSU tennis player says allegations that Derrius Guice raped her in 2016 were not properly investigated by school officials.

Mykal Vincent

Published August 20, 2020 at 4:35 PM

REPORT: Two women claim Derrius Guice raped them at LSU

Two former LSU students claim Derrius Guice raped them in 2016.

Mykal Vincent

Published August 19, 2020 at 9:27 PM

Gov. Edwards calls decrease in COVID-19 cases a ‘modest and sustained improvement’ but more work needs to be done

You can watch live on WAFB or in the 9News app.

Mykal Vincent

Published August 18, 2020 at 5:45 PM

Seniors at La. healthcare facility looking for pen pals across the country

Beverly in Room 302 says she enjoys “card, dancing, snacks, and getting into trouble.”

Mykal Vincent and Austin Kemker

Published August 14, 2020 at 6:45 PM

3 charged in Chili’s hostess attack caught on video

Three women are behind bars, facing battery charges after viral video captured an alleged attack on a hostess at Chili’s.

Mykal Vincent

Published August 14, 2020 at 11:00 AM

Former LSU president calls SEC push for sports ‘a big gamble'

“Logistically and realistically, it’s quite a gamble on their part … a big gamble,”

Mykal Vincent

Published August 14, 2020 at 10:05 AM

Gov. Edwards: La. surpasses 1.5M coronavirus tests; hospitals remained stressed despite decrease in patients

Louisiana remains in Phase 2 of reopening.

Mykal Vincent

Published August 12, 2020 at 4:44 AM

Some bars agree to pay fine to reinstate licenses; constitutionality of virus restrictions to be argued in hearing

Two bar owners have agreed to pay a $250 fine to have their liquor licenses reinstated after being suspended for refusing to follow Governor John Bel Edwards’ coronavirus rules.

Matt Houston and Mykal Vincent

Published August 5, 2020 at 5:45 PM

Coronavirus cases in young adults surpass all other age groups in La.

Over 1% of young adults in Louisiana have tested positive for COVID-19.

Mykal Vincent and Graham Ulkins

Published June 22, 2020 at 12:32 PM

La. activist Gary Chambers blasts Connie Bernard in viral speech, leads call to remove Confederate symbols in state

East Baton Rouge Parish School Board member Connie Bernard is now facing nationwide scrutiny following an impassioned speech from activist Gary Chambers at a recent school board meeting.