Baton Rouge LA

BATON ROUGE — The Baton Rouge Fire Department responded to a house fire on North 15th Street that was caused by an electrical short circuit. According to the department, the fire occurred around 12:19 a.m. on Sunday, with crews arriving to find four occupants safely outside as smoke came from the side of the home.

BATON ROUGE - A juvenile is still in critical condition after he was shot multiple times outside of a home along Jackson Avenue early Saturday morning. The Baton Rouge Police Department provided an update on the shooting Sunday afternoon, saying the juvenile was outside a home when a person opened fire toward him. BRPD

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) advises motorists of a southbound single-lane closure on US 61 (Airline Highway) from Manchac Park Road to Perkins Road (LA 427) on Monday, July 13 to Wednesday, July 15, from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM daily. The lane closure is necessary to...

BATON ROUGE --- After a two-day trial before U.S. District Court Judge John W. deGravelles, a federal jury unanimously convicted John I. Davis, age 47, of Denham Springs, Louisiana, of conspiracy to distribute and possess with the intent to distribute 100 grams or more of heroin and possession of firearms by a convicte

BATON ROUGE — A crash left the two left lanes on I-10 eastbound near Washington Street blocked on Sunday morning. Currently, only the right lane is open to traffic. Drivers traveling in the area should use caution and expect delays.

A wetter weather pattern is settling across south Louisiana, with the risk of heavy rain and localized flooding increasing today and peaking Monday. Multiple rounds of thunderstorms could bring several inches of rain to parts of the Baton Rouge area before drier, hotter weather returns later this week. Today and...

The Goodwood Main Library hosted the second annual Big Outside Sneaker Festival, bringing together the community to celebrate sneaker culture, support local businesses, and enjoy live entertainment, food, and family-friendly activities.

The Southern University Ag Center has a new way to teach visitors about vegetable production, sustainable gardening techniques, and more.

Knock Knock Children's Museum open seven days a week. Knock Knock Children’s Museum, 1900 Dalrymple Drive, has expanded hours this summer to provide more opportunities for learning through play. Typically closed on Mondays, the museum will be open seven days each week, including Monday, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. until Aug

BATON ROUGE — A nationwide pet adoption event is taking place in Baton Rouge this weekend. Companion Animal Alliance partnered with the BISSELL Pet Foundation to host the Empty the Shelters event taking place from Saturday to Monday. The adoption event features waived fees in an effort to make...