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Medics called after accused bank robber suffers episode in court
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - A man who attempted to switch his plea in a federal bank robbery case suffered a medical episode while in a Baton Rouge courtroom Thursday. Chief Judge Shelly Dick and her courtroom staff jumped into action to help Jonathan Lanaute after the man fell to the floor while shackled.
Woman says she was kicked out of Baton Rouge restaurant due to dress code policy
BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) — A woman said she was kicked out of a restaurant in Baton Rouge because of a new dress code policy. Facebook user Miney M Mac posted videos to social media on Tuesday, July 23. It showed her in a long skirt and tube top.
Appointments still available for SGFD car seat check-up
ST. GEORGE - There are still appointments available for car seat education and installation from the St. George Fire Department. Friday, the fire department is hosting appointments from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. to have car seats installed and to provide education on their proper use. If you can't make...
This weekend in Baton Rouge: Arts For EveryBody; BROC, Rock & Wine and more events
Put your boy band knowledge to the test at DIY Disco on Friday, July 26, for Finish the Lyrics: Boy Band Trivia Night. Test your memory on featured bands the Backstreet Boys, ‘N Sync, Jonas Brothers, One Direction and more. First place will win a $50 gift card and second place will win a $20 gift card. DIY Disco trivia nights offer happy hour craft menus and a regular craft menu throughout the night.
Downtown casino withdraws application to demolish historic building
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - The Belle of Baton Rouge Casino withdrew its application to demolish a historical building in downtown Baton Rouge. The casino was looking to tear down the “Maritime II” building and create additional parking but the appeal was withdrawn before the issue made it in front of the East Baton Rouge Metro Council.
LSU picks up a Crystal Ball Prediction for top recruiting target ahead of commitment
The biggest storyline for LSU Football this week has been the upcoming Bayou Splash recruiting weekend. The Tigers are set to host an incredible group of recruits as they'll host five-star recruits in the 2025, 2026, and 2027 recruiting classes. This visit will give the Tigers the chance to cap off what's been an incredible month recruiting landing Zion Williams, Brandon Brown, Damien Shanklin, Derek Meadows, Jhase Thomas, and Dj Pickett.
13 Donaldsonville residents suing water company for damages caused by pile driving
DONALDSONVILLE - Thirteen Donaldsonville residents filed suit against a water company and three other corporations in charge of a pile-driving project that they say caused extensive damage to properties nearby. 2 On Your Side first talked to residents of Donaldsonville's Historic District in Dec. 2023. Homeowners said loud pile driving...
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