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

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.

Mykal Vincent

Published October 21, 2019 at 4:45 PM

KFC is getting into the alternative-meat game.

Mykal Vincent

Published August 26, 2019 at 1:03 PM

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

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

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

I-10 shooting, carjacking suspect now in police custody; faces list of charges

A man accused of shooting a woman on I-10 and stealing her car has been released from a hospital and is now in police custody.

Mykal Vincent

Published July 15, 2019 at 7:09 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

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

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

Fisher-Price recalls over 70k infant sleepers due to risk of death

The company's newest recall marks its exit from selling inclined sleep products completely.

Mykal Vincent

Published June 27, 2019 at 2:01 PM

Baton Rouge man kills 3, including ex-girlfriend

Three people are dead and one man is in custody after an overnight shooting.

Liz Koh and Mykal Vincent

Published June 27, 2019 at 10:32 AM

‘The Office’ is leaving Netflix for NBC’s streaming service

This may be worse than the time Kevin spilled an entire pot of chili.

Mykal Vincent

Published June 26, 2019 at 5:44 PM

Waitr offering free deliveries for Father’s Day weekend

Get your dad his favorite restaurant meal even easier this Father's Day.

Mykal Vincent

Published June 13, 2019 at 10:42 AM

2 million likes later, Wendy’s announces return of spicy nuggets

Thanks to Chance the Rapper, the world might once again be reunited with the highly sought-after spicy chicken nuggets

Mykal Vincent

Published May 6, 2019 at 6:57 AM

4 Mississippi residents dead, 1 seriously injured in I-12 crash; identities released

The crash claimed the lives of four people from Mississippi and seriously injured a man.

Mykal Vincent

Published April 25, 2019 at 4:33 PM

Man accused of attacking BRG nurse who died days later arrested for manslaughter

Officials have arrested a mental health patient accused of attacking a Baton Rouge nurse.

Mykal Vincent and Rachael Thomas

Published April 24, 2019 at 6:10 AM

Officials: La. church burning suspect may have been influenced by ‘black metal’

A man has been arrested in connection to the burning of three historically black churches

Mykal Vincent

Published April 11, 2019 at 11:01 AM

WATCH: La. man proposes to girlfriend in 3rd grade classroom where they met

She said yes and the kids said “ewww!”

Mykal Vincent

Published March 15, 2019 at 11:49 AM

Facebook plans to pull anti-vaccine groups and pages to combat misinformation

The company intends to provide users with authoritative information on the controversial topic.

Mykal Vincent

Published March 8, 2019 at 4:59 AM

Honda recalls over 400k cars over stalling issue that increases risk of crashes

The presence of sodium particles in some gasolines can cause the fuel pump to slow down, which can lead to stalling.

Mykal Vincent

Published February 15, 2019 at 6:24 AM

Frito-Lay recalls bags of pita chips nationwide

The product was distributed nationwide.

Mykal Vincent

Published February 6, 2019 at 4:24 AM

Man accused of slaying 5, including his parents, arrested in VA; extradition hearing set

Authorities are searching for a man believed to be responsible for killing 5 people in Louisiana Saturday

Danae Leake and Mykal Vincent

Published January 28, 2019 at 11:19 AM

Currently in
Jackson, MS

Mykal Vincent

WAFB Digital Content Producer

Baton Rouge, La.

Awards:

Education:

Recent Articles by Mykal

Kevin Foster, Mykal Vincent and Rachael Thomas

Mykal Vincent

Mykal Vincent

Mykal Vincent

Mykal Vincent

Mykal Vincent

Mykal Vincent

Mykal Vincent and Austin Kemker

Mykal Vincent

Mykal Vincent

Mykal Vincent

Mykal Vincent

Kevin Foster and Mykal Vincent

Mykal Vincent

Mykal Vincent

Mykal Vincent

Mykal Vincent

Mykal Vincent

Liz Koh and Mykal Vincent

Mykal Vincent

Mykal Vincent

Mykal Vincent

Mykal Vincent

Mykal Vincent and Rachael Thomas

Mykal Vincent

Mykal Vincent

Mykal Vincent

Mykal Vincent

Mykal Vincent

Danae Leake and Mykal Vincent

MOST RECENT

Patrick Ellis

Morgan Howard

Summer Tadlock

Patrice Clark

Roslyn Anderson