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Looking elsewhere: Well-liked Baton Rouge educator can't win over school leaders seeking change
The unexpected early exit of in-house favorite Adam Smith in his latest bid to become the leader of the East Baton Rouge Parish school system re-exposed a historic divide between district employees who long for stability and elected board members who look elsewhere when it comes time to pick who should run this challenging school district.
Garage set on fire, considered total loss due to resident improperly dumping coals after grilling
BATON ROUGE - A garage on Coronado Drive set fire after a man improperly dumped his coals behind the structure on July 4, according to the Baton Rouge Fire Department. According to BRFD, firefighters arrived to the detached garage to see it engulfed in flames alongside a truck. Firefighters were able to keep the fire from reaching the home.
State ups charges against Baton Rouge man accused of kidnapping woman from rehab and beating her
State prosecutors have elevated charges against a Baton Rouge man for a May incident in which investigators say he kidnapped a woman from an area rehab facility, beat her and held her against her will for multiple days. Court records show Joshua James Cain, 38, of Baton Rouge, was arrested...
LSU women’s basketball star Mikaylah Williams named to 2024 USA U23 3×3 Team
BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) — LSU women’s basketball star Mikaylah Williams was named to the 2024 USA U23 3×3 Basketball Team. The team is expected to compete in the FIBA 3×3 U23 Nations League in September. Williams will be joined by Christinia Dalce, Morgan Maly, Cotie McMahon, Lucy Olsen and Serah Williams on the 2024 USA 3×3 Women’s Nation League Team.
Baton Rouge DA plans to take case of deputy who shot, killed man in 2022 to grand jury
BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) — A family is asking the East Baton Rouge Sheriff’s Office and district attorney for justice after a deputy shot into an apartment while searching for a suspect, killing a man in 2022. This week, the district attorney said he plans to put it before a grand jury.
Furry Friends Friday: Meet Pichu the leopard gecko, see where you can adopt other reptiles
BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) — This week we have a scaly friend that’s up for adoption instead of a furry friend. Pichu is a leopard gecko and he’s about three years old. Meg and Sean Braud of Scales and Tails Animal Reptile Rescue have all the information about this cute little guy, who is up for adoption. Geckos are insectivores. They need proper lighting and the right temperature.
LSU's Kylan Billiot named a freshman SEC receiver to watch
Even with Malik Nabers and Brian Thomas Jr. moving on, it’s hard not to like what LSU has at receiver. It returned budding stars like Kyren Lacy, Chris Hilton Jr. and Aaron Anderson while adding transfer CJ Daniels. It will also hope for some development from second-year players Shelton Sampson Jr. and Kyle Parker.
LSU lands Dallas Baptist RHP Connor Benge in the transfer portal
LSU’s impressive pitching haul via the transfer portal continued on Friday as the team added a commitment from Dallas Baptist right-hander Connor Benge, according to his Instagram bio. A native of Montgomery, Texas, Benge made 22 appearances and pitched 33 innings as a sophomore in 2024, finishing with a...
Experts advise caution as Beryl brings more rip currents into the gulf in already dangerous year
BATON ROUGE - Those planning a beach trip this summer are urged to be cautious of rip currents, especially as Hurricane Beryl makes its way through the Gulf of Mexico. "It will take you from underneath the water it's like a pull that you don't expect and once you feel that pull, it's like an undertow but stronger. It's like a circular motion from my memory It has the potential to take your legs and just go straight far out real fast it's like something is pulling you like an engine or something," survival swim instructor Ashley Spencer said.
This stat could be the key to a big year for LSU QB Garrett Nussmeier
LSU is expecting a seamless quarterback transition with Garrett Nussmeier taking over as QB1. According to the On3 industry rankings, he was the No. 11 overall QB recruit in 2021. He got a taste of action in each of his first three years in Baton Rouge culminating in a start against Wisconsin in the ReliaQuest Bowl.
Central hosts second annual Red, White, and Boom celebration; raising donations for troops oversees
CENTRAL, La. (WAFB) - The city of Central held its second annual Red, White, and Boom celebration on July 5. There was food, live music, and of course fireworks. The event was free, but organizers hoped to raise donations for troops overseas. The Blue Star Mothers organization hosted the donation collection and was supported by the city of Central and Blackwater Methodist churches. Chris Kaiser is the Missions Director of Blackwater Methodist Church. He says the event exceeded his expectations.
Baker police searching for missing person
BAKER, La. (WAFB) - The Baker Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating a missing person. Officials say Elouise Nunnery, 59, went missing around noon on June 30 from Shilo Drive. She was last seen wearing a grey shirt and burgundy shorts. According to authorities, Nunnery...
Is This The Best Viral Video of All-Time From Louisiana?
We have some very entertaining videos from Louisiana that went viral on social media, but is this the best one yet?. Let's go back 15 years to when Christy Adams spoke to KATC TV-3 on LIVE television from in front of the Walmart store on Ambassador Caffery. Adams described a...
Man accused of threatening to kill Central Police chief, who now has restraining order
CENTRAL, La. (BRPROUD) – A man is accused of threatening to kill a police chief in the Baton Rouge area. Richard Lemoine, 59, of Central was charged with threatening a public official and telephone communications; improper language; and harassment. The East Baton Rouge Sheriff’s Office was contacted by Central...
4 Louisiana Universities Named Among Best in America
Four universities in Louisiana are among the best in the United States, according to an analysis by Money. A total of 745 universities across the country were included in the list created by looking at financial aid, cost of attendance, graduation rates, and other factors. The four Louisiana universities to...
Leaked List of Walgreens Closures Includes Stores in Louisiana, Texas
There have been growing concerns in recent months about mass closures of various chains across Louisiana, Texas, and the rest of the country. From restaurants to grocery stores and in between, there have been a lot of closures that have hit close to home. As we've pointed out before, we've...
UPDATE: Beryl’s track shifting more north, SW La. may feel some impacts
Just a month into the 2024 hurricane season, Southwest Louisiana now finds itself in the cone of uncertainty as now-Tropical Storm Beryl starts making its way toward the United States. Right now it is forecast to strike Corpus Christi, Texas, on Monday as a Category 1 hurricane. “That’s close enough to our area that I […]
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