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

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

NOLA universities requiring COVID-19 tests, flu vaccines before students return to campus

Students will also have to participate in ongoing COVID surveillance throughout the semester.

Mykal Vincent

Published January 5, 2021 at 4:55 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

‘This is not fair:’ Denham Springs football player dies following collapse at practice

Family and friends are mourning the loss of a beloved high schooler who collapsed at football practice on Tuesday.

Mykal Vincent and Craig Loper

Published September 18, 2020 at 6:41 AM

Baton Rouge, La. man accused of raping 12-year-old he met on social media

The victim told detectives she believed the man was 19 years old.

Mykal Vincent and Lester Duhé

Published September 2, 2020 at 9:25 PM

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

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

Embattled La. pastor asks members of church to donate stimulus checks

Tony Spell has launched the #PastorSpellStimulusChallenge, asking people to donate their stimulus checks to the church.

Mykal Vincent

Published April 20, 2020 at 9:40 AM

Amazon making dozens of kid shows completely free, no membership required

40 shows will be made available to stream on Prime Video for everybody, even people without Prime memberships.

Mykal Vincent

Published March 24, 2020 at 11:35 AM

Blue Bell releases first new ice cream flavor of 2020

Skip the oven and go straight for Blue Bell’s newest flavor; Cookie Dough Overload Ice Cream.

Mykal Vincent

Published March 2, 2020 at 8:31 AM

8-year-old dies on Valentine’s Day after drive-by shooting in Louisiana

The suspect allegedly shot into a group of 15 people because of a dispute with the child's uncle.

Mykal Vincent

Published February 17, 2020 at 5:31 PM

La. Rep. Steve Scalise supports repercussions for Nancy Pelosi’s speech ripping

Scalise called Pelosi's behavior "disgraceful" and said it was "beneath the dignity of the House of Representatives."

Mykal Vincent

Published February 6, 2020 at 6:25 AM

Fire destroys house, stops at scriptures written on studs

Fire investigators were stunned to find that flames had stopped at several scriptures written on wall studs in a house that was completely destroyed.

Matt Houston and Mykal Vincent

Published February 3, 2020 at 9:35 PM

Millions of people have signed a petition to change the silhouette on the NBA logo

Mykal Vincent

Published January 28, 2020 at 6:49 AM

Teen accused of causing fiery fatal crash after ‘God told him to kill himself’ being sent back to mental facility until next court date

Jack Jordan, the teen accused of causing a fiery car wreck that left one woman dead after “God told him to kill himself” is now being sent back to a mental health facility until his next court appearance.

Kevin Foster, Mykal Vincent and Rachael Thomas

Published January 17, 2020 at 3:49 PM

Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson narrates final LSU hype video ahead of national championship

Former WWE world heavyweight champion and Hollywood star Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson narrated the video.

Mykal Vincent

Published January 13, 2020 at 3:33 PM

POLICE: 19-year-old caught on video punching one-year-old

Police say the man was caught on video punching a child.

Mykal Vincent

Published January 6, 2020 at 12:38 PM

The Irwin family has saved 90,000 animals, including many from Australia wildfires

The Irwin family is continuing Steve Irwin's legacy of rescuing and saving wildlife in danger.

Mykal Vincent

Published January 6, 2020 at 8:49 AM

Source: Antonio Brown attends Saints workout

Embattled free agent Antonio Brown worked out with the New Orleans Saints Friday morning

Mykal Vincent

Published December 27, 2019 at 9:17 AM

Last full moon of the decade to peak at 12:12 on 12/12

The 2010s are going out in style; cosmic style.

Mykal Vincent

Published December 10, 2019 at 7:17 AM

Plan your Thanksgiving meal around these recalls in your kitchen

Check your pantry and fridge for these recalled foods before planning your holiday meals.

Mykal Vincent

Published November 25, 2019 at 12:10 PM

5-year-old viral drumming sensation offered college band scholarship

Jeremiah Travis has his eyes set on college, though it'll be years before he sets foot in an Alcorn State classroom.

Mykal Vincent and Austin Kemker

Published November 5, 2019 at 6:43 PM

Ala. student pleads not guilty to alleged bomb threat against Tiger Stadium

A student at the University of Alabama pleaded not guilty Monday, Oct. 21 after allegedly making a bomb threat against Tiger Stadium during the game against the Florida Gators.