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

KFC is getting into the alternative-meat game.

Mykal Vincent

Published August 26, 2019 at 2:03 PM

What temperature should you keep your AC on? AC repairman weighs in

Stay comfortable and save money by using these recommended settings for your central air.

Mykal Vincent and Lester Duhé

Published August 22, 2019 at 11:39 PM

New scam ‘hires’ you to be a secret shopper, aims to steal money from you

A new scam tries to convince people they've been hired for a secret shopping job before stealing money from victims.

Mykal Vincent

Published August 13, 2019 at 10:10 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 7:40 AM

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

Mykal Vincent

Published July 29, 2019 at 10:26 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 3:01 PM

‘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 6:44 PM

Hidden hotel ‘resort fees’ and how to avoid them

"Resort fees" can cover whatever hotels want them to cover, and don't have to be disclosed on booking websites.

Mykal Vincent and Liz Koh

Published June 24, 2019 at 8:40 AM

‘You’ll get it tomorrow’: FedEx driver finds snake on doorstep

Do you knock on the door? Leave the package on the mat? Ding dong ditch?

Mykal Vincent

Published May 22, 2019 at 2:02 PM

These states have the sexiest, and ugliest, accents in America, according to a survey

Long Islanders will be less than thrilled about their ranking.

Mykal Vincent

Published May 16, 2019 at 7:48 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 12:01 PM

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 12:49 PM

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 5:59 AM

Asbestos found in some Claire’s makeup, FDA says

Claire's does not believe that affected products are still available for sale.

Mykal Vincent

Published March 6, 2019 at 5:28 AM

Chicken and waffles pizza is the pie we never knew we needed, until now

They asked the people, and the people spoke.

Mykal Vincent

Published February 21, 2019 at 8:56 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 7:24 AM

Report: How online romance could lead to prison time

You’ve just swiped right on the man or woman of your dreams, and things are off to an incredible start. There’s only one catch - they need money, for some reason.

Mykal Vincent

Published February 14, 2019 at 10:04 AM

The vehicle may downshift unexpectedly, causing an abrupt deceleration of the drive wheels.

Mykal Vincent

Published February 12, 2019 at 5:52 AM

Frito-Lay recalls bags of pita chips nationwide

The product was distributed nationwide.

Mykal Vincent

Published February 6, 2019 at 5:24 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 12:19 PM

We all may have felt like doing it, but one man actually did it.

Mykal Vincent and Kevin Foster

Published January 20, 2019 at 8:41 PM

ALERT: Police warn of phony Netflix emails that could steal your information

The email was sent to a police officer who said he isn’t even a user of the popular streaming service.

Mykal Vincent

Published December 16, 2018 at 7:53 PM

Officials warn against Facebook hoax messages

Have you seen any suspicious messages coming across your Facebook profile?

Mykal Vincent

Published October 7, 2018 at 6:22 AM

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Mykal Vincent

WAFB Digital Content Producer

Baton Rouge, La.

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