Mykal Vincent

Digital Content Executive Producer

New Orleans, 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 mykal.vincent@fox8live.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

Tulane grad poised to become first transgender federal official confirmed by Senate

President-elect Joe Biden has announced Dr. Rachel Levine to serve as Assistant Secretary for Health at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).

Mykal Vincent

Published January 19, 2021 at 10:18 AM

WATCH: Brees spends time after season-ending loss with family, Brady on field

Drew Brees spent time after the season-ending loss with his family and his greatest rival.

Mykal Vincent

Published January 18, 2021 at 8:23 PM

Gen. Honoré, known for post-Katrina efforts, tapped for ‘immediate’ security review of U.S. Capitol

Pelosi says Honoré will conduct an immediate review of security and inter-agency interaction and Capitol “command and control.”

Mykal Vincent

Published January 15, 2021 at 5:15 PM

‘It was worth the tear gas’: La. man faces criminal charges for entering U.S. Capitol

Officials located several pictures the man posted to Facebook that were taken inside the building.

Mykal Vincent

Published January 15, 2021 at 9:54 AM

Officials find no ‘substantiated threat to life’ regarding planned protests in Louisiana

Officials say they are working closely to coordinate security protocols, ensure safety for protestors, staff, and the community.

Mykal Vincent

Published January 14, 2021 at 4:47 PM

Scalise votes against ‘rushed, impractical impeachment’ of President Trump

House Republican Whip Steve Scalise spoke out Wednesday against an “impractical impeachment” of President Donald Trump.

Mykal Vincent

Published January 13, 2021 at 3:39 PM

‘We told you so. Richmond out’: New Orleans congressman remarks during second impeachment debate

Rep. Cedric Richmond gave his final speech on the floor of the House of Representatives in a debate to impeach President Donald Trump for the second time.

Mykal Vincent

Published January 13, 2021 at 12:27 PM

Scalise pens op-ed in WSJ: ‘Politics has no place for violence’

Scalise says the man who shot him in 2017 and the Capitol Hill rioters were all "radicalized by extreme rhetoric."

Mykal Vincent

Published January 13, 2021 at 10:08 AM

Most La. congressmen voted to overturn election results after chaos on Capitol Hill

Five out of seven Louisiana lawmakers voted against certifying some states’ Electoral College votes overnight following a chaotic protest that ended in the deaths of four people.

Mykal Vincent

Published January 7, 2021 at 6:02 PM

Extra Saints tickets now available because Bears fans aren’t buying them

The tickets are supplied on a weekly basis to the opponent and are returned to the club for sale to fans when they are unsold by the visiting team.

Mykal Vincent

Published January 7, 2021 at 5:55 PM

La. lawmakers condemn chaos at nation’s Capitol

“This is wrong. It is absolutely wrong. It is un-American,” Cassidy said. “Period.”

Mykal Vincent and Lester Duhé

Published January 6, 2021 at 4:25 PM

Lizards the size of small dogs are spreading across southeastern U.S., biologists find

These lizards can grow up to four feet long and they’re spreading to multiple states.

Mykal Vincent

Published December 30, 2020 at 10:17 AM

‘From Osborne to the White House’; New Orleans native tapped for high-ranking position in Biden administration

Becoming one of the highest-ranking Black officials in the United States, Cedric Richmond will serve as Senior Advisor to the President and Director of Public Engagement.

Mykal Vincent and Matt Houston

Published November 17, 2020 at 5:44 PM

LSU hires law firm to review policies after investigative report claims university mishandled sexual misconduct complaints against students, top athletes

The report claims LSU failed to get proper authorities involved when federal laws and school policies required it.

Mykal Vincent and Matt Houston

Published November 16, 2020 at 9:28 PM

WATCH: Timelapse captures eerily calm eye of Zeta moving over NOLA

About halfway through the video, the eye passes over, revealing a stunning pink-orange sunset.

Mykal Vincent

Published October 29, 2020 at 1:33 PM

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

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New Orleans, La.

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