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Baton Rouge woman says she lost $6,000 in scam by A/C repairman, seeking money back - WBRZ
Baton Rouge woman says she lost $6,000 in scam by A/C repairman, seeking money back WBRZ
Published on 4 July 2025 | 3:49 am
‘I just want my wife back’: Baton Rouge veteran’s spouse faces deportation - news.yahoo.com
‘I just want my wife back’: Baton Rouge veteran’s spouse faces deportation news.yahoo.com
Published on 4 July 2025 | 3:03 am
Food and fireworks: Locals rush to gather supplies - WAFB
Food and fireworks: Locals rush to gather supplies WAFB
Published on 3 July 2025 | 11:00 pm
Power mostly restored after outage affects over 2,500 in Baton Rouge around Aubin neighborhood - WBRZ
Power mostly restored after outage affects over 2,500 in Baton Rouge around Aubin neighborhood WBRZ
Published on 3 July 2025 | 10:41 pm
Power mostly restored after outage affects over 2,500 in Baton Rouge around Aubin neighborhood - WBRZ
Power mostly restored after outage affects over 2,500 in Baton Rouge around Aubin neighborhood WBRZ
Published on 3 July 2025 | 10:41 pm
Over 3,800 without power in East Baton Rouge Parish - WAFB
Over 3,800 without power in East Baton Rouge Parish WAFB
Published on 3 July 2025 | 10:39 pm
Max James Forbes Obituary (2025) - Baton Rouge, LA - Resthaven Gardens of Memory & Funeral Home - Baton Rouge - Legacy.com
Published on 3 July 2025 | 10:00 pm
From beer to breakthrough: Baton Rouge partners are turning CO2 into ethanol - Baton Rouge Business Report
From beer to breakthrough: Baton Rouge partners are turning CO2 into ethanol Baton Rouge Business Report
Published on 3 July 2025 | 7:55 pm
Sombreros restaurant in Walker will relocate to a new, bigger space - Baton Rouge Business Report
Sombreros restaurant in Walker will relocate to a new, bigger space Baton Rouge Business Report
Published on 3 July 2025 | 7:54 pm
FIREWORKS: Where you can & cannot shoot them - WAFB
FIREWORKS: Where you can & cannot shoot them WAFB
Published on 3 July 2025 | 7:45 pm
Open for business: Where can you shop and eat on the 4th? - WAFB
Open for business: Where can you shop and eat on the 4th? WAFB
Published on 3 July 2025 | 7:31 pm
AT&T service back after disruption in Baton Rouge, NOLA areas - WAFB
AT&T service back after disruption in Baton Rouge, NOLA areas WAFB
Published on 3 July 2025 | 6:10 pm
REPORT: AT&T customers experiencing service problems - WAFB
REPORT: AT&T customers experiencing service problems WAFB
Published on 3 July 2025 | 6:10 pm
Baton Rouge man vying for title in Nathan's Hot Dog Eating contest - WDSU
Baton Rouge man vying for title in Nathan's Hot Dog Eating contest WDSU
Published on 3 July 2025 | 6:08 pm
Baton Rouge man competing in Nathan's Hot Dog Eating contest - Yahoo
Baton Rouge man competing in Nathan's Hot Dog Eating contest Yahoo
Published on 3 July 2025 | 6:07 pm
16-year-old arrested in fatal north Baton Rouge shooting - The Advocate
16-year-old arrested in fatal north Baton Rouge shooting The Advocate
Published on 3 July 2025 | 4:44 pm
Baton Rouge’s unemployment rate rose in May. See by how much - Baton Rouge Business Report
Baton Rouge’s unemployment rate rose in May. See by how much Baton Rouge Business Report
Published on 3 July 2025 | 3:01 pm
Man on probation arrested after stolen ambulance chase in Baton Rouge, police say - wwltv.com
Man on probation arrested after stolen ambulance chase in Baton Rouge, police say wwltv.com
Published on 3 July 2025 | 3:01 pm
A Q&A with the Arts Council of Greater Baton Rouge’s Jonathan Grimes - Baton Rouge Business Report
A Q&A with the Arts Council of Greater Baton Rouge’s Jonathan Grimes Baton Rouge Business Report
Published on 3 July 2025 | 3:00 pm
What BTR projects its Fourth of July travel numbers to look like - 225 Magazine
What BTR projects its Fourth of July travel numbers to look like 225 Magazine
Published on 3 July 2025 | 2:48 pm
WBRZ FLASHBACK: Fire at the old McKinley High School - WBRZ
WBRZ FLASHBACK: Fire at the old McKinley High School WBRZ
Published on 3 July 2025 | 2:47 pm
22.5 hours in the 225: Things to do around Baton Rouge, according to a new social series - 225 Magazine
22.5 hours in the 225: Things to do around Baton Rouge, according to a new social series 225 Magazine
Published on 3 July 2025 | 2:46 pm
Lucy Yoes, Steve Earle and more live music in the Baton Rouge area for July 4-10, 2025 - The Advocate
Lucy Yoes, Steve Earle and more live music in the Baton Rouge area for July 4-10, 2025 The Advocate
Published on 3 July 2025 | 2:30 pm
Things to do this weekend in Baton Rouge: Star-Spangled Saturday, July Fourth and more events - 225 Magazine
Things to do this weekend in Baton Rouge: Star-Spangled Saturday, July Fourth and more events 225 Magazine
Published on 3 July 2025 | 1:24 pm
Inside a 450-Square-Foot Carriage House Turned Polished Apartment in Baton Rouge - Architectural Digest
Inside a 450-Square-Foot Carriage House Turned Polished Apartment in Baton Rouge Architectural Digest
Published on 3 July 2025 | 12:00 pm
Getting ready for July 4th Fest in WBR - WAFB
Getting ready for July 4th Fest in WBR WAFB
Published on 3 July 2025 | 10:51 am
2une In Previews: Annual Kenilworth parade rolling Thursday evening - WBRZ
2une In Previews: Annual Kenilworth parade rolling Thursday evening WBRZ
Published on 3 July 2025 | 10:42 am
Baton Rouge mayor launches program to buy and repair ACs for low-income parish residents - The Advocate
Baton Rouge mayor launches program to buy and repair ACs for low-income parish residents The Advocate
Published on 3 July 2025 | 9:00 am
Baton Rouge-based Investar Bank triples presence in Texas with First National Bank acquisition - WBRZ
Baton Rouge-based Investar Bank triples presence in Texas with First National Bank acquisition WBRZ
Published on 3 July 2025 | 4:38 am
Man Disguised as Construction Worker Steals Equipment from Louisiana Business - KPEL 96.5
Man Disguised as Construction Worker Steals Equipment from Louisiana Business KPEL 96.5
Published on 3 July 2025 | 3:37 am
Sirens hijacked: authorities speak out after “egregious” ambulance theft - WAFB
Sirens hijacked: authorities speak out after “egregious” ambulance theft WAFB
Published on 2 July 2025 | 11:06 pm
Baton Rouge Zoo keeps animals cool with frozen treats, misters, custom care - WBRZ
Baton Rouge Zoo keeps animals cool with frozen treats, misters, custom care WBRZ
Published on 2 July 2025 | 9:59 pm
One person brought to hospital after nearly drowning at Liberty Lagoon - WBRZ
One person brought to hospital after nearly drowning at Liberty Lagoon WBRZ
Published on 2 July 2025 | 9:46 pm
Baton Rouge man arrested for multiple residential burglaries, thefts in West Baton Rouge since May - WBRZ
Baton Rouge man arrested for multiple residential burglaries, thefts in West Baton Rouge since May WBRZ
Published on 2 July 2025 | 8:53 pm
BREC forms task force to assist interim superintendent in transition - Baton Rouge Business Report
BREC forms task force to assist interim superintendent in transition Baton Rouge Business Report
Published on 2 July 2025 | 7:54 pm
Sheriff's deputies raid Baton Rouge drug ring, find lethal doses of fentanyl - The Advocate
Sheriff's deputies raid Baton Rouge drug ring, find lethal doses of fentanyl The Advocate
Published on 2 July 2025 | 7:52 pm
How downtown Baton Rouge is once again evolving - Baton Rouge Business Report
How downtown Baton Rouge is once again evolving Baton Rouge Business Report
Published on 2 July 2025 | 7:45 pm
Caregiver arrested, accused of breaking client’s nose - WAFB
Caregiver arrested, accused of breaking client’s nose WAFB
Published on 2 July 2025 | 7:26 pm
LSP: Baton Rouge man arrested for possessing child sexual abuse material - WAFB
LSP: Baton Rouge man arrested for possessing child sexual abuse material WAFB
Published on 2 July 2025 | 7:09 pm
Baton Rouge man arrested for allegedly trafficking 15-year-old for sex, purchasing child porn - The Advocate
Baton Rouge man arrested for allegedly trafficking 15-year-old for sex, purchasing child porn The Advocate
Published on 2 July 2025 | 7:06 pm
Baton Rouge man accused of paying Indiana teen for sexually explicit videos, selling them nationwide - WBRZ
Baton Rouge man accused of paying Indiana teen for sexually explicit videos, selling them nationwide WBRZ
Published on 2 July 2025 | 6:31 pm
Lawsuit: Former Baton Rouge mayor's staffer hit activist with a chair, video captured assault - The Advocate
Lawsuit: Former Baton Rouge mayor's staffer hit activist with a chair, video captured assault The Advocate
Published on 2 July 2025 | 5:45 pm
Suspect accused of stealing ambulance from Baton Rouge hospital arrested - WHNT.com
Suspect accused of stealing ambulance from Baton Rouge hospital arrested WHNT.com
Published on 2 July 2025 | 5:35 pm
'Wild Kratts' screening, art talk and a bird hike: 3 things to do this weekend in Baton Rouge - The Advocate
'Wild Kratts' screening, art talk and a bird hike: 3 things to do this weekend in Baton Rouge The Advocate
Published on 2 July 2025 | 5:34 pm
City-Parish announces program to replace broken A/C units during summer heat - WAFB
City-Parish announces program to replace broken A/C units during summer heat WAFB
Published on 2 July 2025 | 4:21 pm
I-TEAM: Video shows former Broome official brutally bash man with chair - WAFB
I-TEAM: Video shows former Broome official brutally bash man with chair WAFB
Published on 2 July 2025 | 4:01 pm
12 events to celebrate July 4th in the Baton Rouge area: Here are the details - The Advocate
12 events to celebrate July 4th in the Baton Rouge area: Here are the details The Advocate
Published on 2 July 2025 | 4:01 pm
Suspect accused of stealing ambulance from Baton Rouge hospital arrested - KLFY.com
Suspect accused of stealing ambulance from Baton Rouge hospital arrested KLFY.com
Published on 2 July 2025 | 3:54 pm
Alleged stolen ambulance driver was on probation for auto theft - WBRZ
Alleged stolen ambulance driver was on probation for auto theft WBRZ
Published on 2 July 2025 | 3:40 pm
2-year-old boy dies after being struck by car outside Baton Rouge area home - The Advocate
2-year-old boy dies after being struck by car outside Baton Rouge area home The Advocate
Published on 2 July 2025 | 3:39 pm
2-year-old boy dies after being struck by car outside Baton Rouge area home - NOLA.com
2-year-old boy dies after being struck by car outside Baton Rouge area home NOLA.com
Published on 2 July 2025 | 3:39 pm
Alleged stolen ambulance driver was on probation for auto theft - WBRZ
Alleged stolen ambulance driver was on probation for auto theft WBRZ
Published on 2 July 2025 | 3:36 pm
Mayor announces 'Operation Stay Cool' to repair A/C units for eligible homeowners - WBRZ
Mayor announces 'Operation Stay Cool' to repair A/C units for eligible homeowners WBRZ
Published on 2 July 2025 | 3:17 pm
1 person dead after being hit by vehicle Monday night, officials say - WAFB
1 person dead after being hit by vehicle Monday night, officials say WAFB
Published on 2 July 2025 | 2:57 pm
Toddler pronounced dead after being hit by car in Central - WBRZ
Toddler pronounced dead after being hit by car in Central WBRZ
Published on 2 July 2025 | 2:56 pm
Baton Rouge councilman got a $36K offroad vehicle for his district. Why was it at his house? - The Advocate
Baton Rouge councilman got a $36K offroad vehicle for his district. Why was it at his house? The Advocate
Published on 2 July 2025 | 2:00 pm
Weather outlook appears bright for July 4 in Baton Rouge, hydration still important - The Advocate
Weather outlook appears bright for July 4 in Baton Rouge, hydration still important The Advocate
Published on 2 July 2025 | 1:52 pm
Baton Rouge 3.0: Downtown is evolving once again - Baton Rouge Business Report
Baton Rouge 3.0: Downtown is evolving once again Baton Rouge Business Report
Published on 2 July 2025 | 1:45 pm
This Baton Rouge restaurant has a new chef. See where, what's new on the menu. - The Advocate
This Baton Rouge restaurant has a new chef. See where, what's new on the menu. The Advocate
Published on 2 July 2025 | 1:00 pm
Things to do in Zachary this summer: Where to shop, eat and play - 225 Magazine
Things to do in Zachary this summer: Where to shop, eat and play 225 Magazine
Published on 2 July 2025 | 12:54 pm
Driver arrested after stealing EMS ambulance from Baton Rouge hospital and crashing it - The Advocate
Driver arrested after stealing EMS ambulance from Baton Rouge hospital and crashing it The Advocate
Published on 2 July 2025 | 12:35 pm
1 person arrested after ambulance stolen early Wednesday morning, officials say - WAFB
1 person arrested after ambulance stolen early Wednesday morning, officials say WAFB
Published on 2 July 2025 | 11:27 am
The company behind a Baton Rouge bank expands into north Texas with $83.6 million acquisition - The Advocate
The company behind a Baton Rouge bank expands into north Texas with $83.6 million acquisition The Advocate
Published on 2 July 2025 | 9:00 am
One killed after being hit in front of RaceTrac on Siegen Lane early Wednesday morning - WBRZ
One killed after being hit in front of RaceTrac on Siegen Lane early Wednesday morning WBRZ
Published on 2 July 2025 | 7:54 am
Health Tip of the Week, sponsored by Baton Rouge General: Running on energy drinks? Teens, take a timeout - Baton Rouge Business Report
Health Tip of the Week, sponsored by Baton Rouge General: Running on energy drinks? Teens, take a timeout Baton Rouge Business Report
Published on 2 July 2025 | 6:01 am
Baton Rouge coaches step off the field to mentor youth in new summer program - WAFB
Baton Rouge coaches step off the field to mentor youth in new summer program WAFB
Published on 2 July 2025 | 3:43 am
A guide to libraries in greater Baton Rouge - 225 Magazine
A guide to libraries in greater Baton Rouge 225 Magazine
Published on 2 July 2025 | 1:43 am
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Published on 2 July 2025 | 12:32 am
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BR.stgswear.070225 HS 216.JPG The Advocate
Published on 2 July 2025 | 12:32 am
Funeral arrangements are set for Baton Rouge televangelist Jimmy Swaggart - The Advocate
Funeral arrangements are set for Baton Rouge televangelist Jimmy Swaggart The Advocate
Published on 1 July 2025 | 10:30 pm
Rev. Jimmy Swaggart, well-known televangelist, has died - WDSU
Rev. Jimmy Swaggart, well-known televangelist, has died WDSU
Published on 1 July 2025 | 10:06 pm
EBR Council on Aging COVID-19 cases may stem from weekend event - WAFB
EBR Council on Aging COVID-19 cases may stem from weekend event WAFB
Published on 1 July 2025 | 9:17 pm
lsu moa installation - The Advocate
lsu moa installation The Advocate
Published on 1 July 2025 | 8:38 pm
lasm queen of sparkles - The Advocate
lasm queen of sparkles The Advocate
Published on 1 July 2025 | 8:31 pm
Local restoration company expanding with purchase of north Baton Rouge site - Baton Rouge Business Report
Local restoration company expanding with purchase of north Baton Rouge site Baton Rouge Business Report
Published on 1 July 2025 | 7:45 pm
Teen enters plea after nightclub mass shooting - WAFB
Teen enters plea after nightclub mass shooting WAFB
Published on 1 July 2025 | 7:44 pm
Child hit after running in front of vehicle on Larch Meadow Circle, taken to the hospital - The Advocate
Child hit after running in front of vehicle on Larch Meadow Circle, taken to the hospital The Advocate
Published on 1 July 2025 | 7:28 pm
Toddler does not survive injuries after he was accidentally run over by a vehicle - Unfiltered with Kiran
Toddler does not survive injuries after he was accidentally run over by a vehicle Unfiltered with Kiran
Published on 1 July 2025 | 7:25 pm
EBRSO: Child struck by vehicle on Larch Meadow Circle, taken to hospital by AirMed - WBRZ
EBRSO: Child struck by vehicle on Larch Meadow Circle, taken to hospital by AirMed WBRZ
Published on 1 July 2025 | 7:24 pm
2-year-old boy dies after being hit by car in Central - WAFB
2-year-old boy dies after being hit by car in Central WAFB
Published on 1 July 2025 | 7:15 pm
EBR announces application period for program to replace qualified residents' air conditioners for free - WBRZ
Published on 1 July 2025 | 6:40 pm
Two Baton Rouge women charged in national crackdown on COVID-era government benefits fraud - The Advocate
Two Baton Rouge women charged in national crackdown on COVID-era government benefits fraud The Advocate
Published on 1 July 2025 | 5:45 pm
20 free things to do around Baton Rouge, plus more savvy saving tips - 225 Magazine
20 free things to do around Baton Rouge, plus more savvy saving tips 225 Magazine
Published on 1 July 2025 | 5:05 pm
Baton Rouge-based Investar Bank triples presence in Texas with First National Bank acquisition - WBRZ
Baton Rouge-based Investar Bank triples presence in Texas with First National Bank acquisition WBRZ
Published on 1 July 2025 | 4:46 pm
Police identify man killed in shooting Monday afternoon - WBRZ
Police identify man killed in shooting Monday afternoon WBRZ
Published on 1 July 2025 | 4:02 pm
Televangelist Jimmy Swaggart passes away - wwltv.com
Televangelist Jimmy Swaggart passes away wwltv.com
Published on 1 July 2025 | 3:19 pm
BRPD searching for man accused of posing as construction worker, stealing computer equipment - WBRZ
BRPD searching for man accused of posing as construction worker, stealing computer equipment WBRZ
Published on 1 July 2025 | 3:10 pm
What to know about LSU’s $215M dorm project - Baton Rouge Business Report
What to know about LSU’s $215M dorm project Baton Rouge Business Report
Published on 1 July 2025 | 2:56 pm
Baton Rouge is listed among America’s 100 best cities - Baton Rouge Business Report
Baton Rouge is listed among America’s 100 best cities Baton Rouge Business Report
Published on 1 July 2025 | 2:47 pm
Jimmy Swaggart, who from Baton Rouge once built an international televangelism empire, dies - NOLA.com
Jimmy Swaggart, who from Baton Rouge once built an international televangelism empire, dies NOLA.com
Published on 1 July 2025 | 2:47 pm
Rouge, white and blue: A guide to 10+ July Fourth celebrations in the Capital Region - 225 Magazine
Rouge, white and blue: A guide to 10+ July Fourth celebrations in the Capital Region 225 Magazine
Published on 1 July 2025 | 1:22 pm
Discover the Sweet Health Benefits of Summertime Melons - Baton Rouge Clinic
Discover the Sweet Health Benefits of Summertime Melons Baton Rouge Clinic
Published on 1 July 2025 | 10:18 am
A lawsuit claims an East Baton Rouge jail guard was a ‘pimp’ for an inmate - The Advocate
A lawsuit claims an East Baton Rouge jail guard was a ‘pimp’ for an inmate The Advocate
Published on 1 July 2025 | 9:00 am
Baton Rouge-area leaders 'at a loss' as Mississippi River bridge delayed again. See why. - The Advocate
Baton Rouge-area leaders 'at a loss' as Mississippi River bridge delayed again. See why. The Advocate
Published on 1 July 2025 | 9:00 am
Alexis Alfonso Obituary July 1, 2025 - Resthaven Gardens of Memory & Funeral Home - Resthaven Funeral Home | Baton Rouge, LA
Alexis Alfonso Obituary July 1, 2025 - Resthaven Gardens of Memory & Funeral Home Resthaven Funeral Home | Baton Rouge, LA
Published on 1 July 2025 | 7:00 am
WBRZ Fireworks on the Mississippi remains an Independence day tradition - WBRZ
WBRZ Fireworks on the Mississippi remains an Independence day tradition WBRZ
Published on 30 June 2025 | 11:29 pm
2 adults injured in fire in West Baton Rouge Parish - WAFB
2 adults injured in fire in West Baton Rouge Parish WAFB
Published on 30 June 2025 | 11:16 pm
I-TEAM: Federal lawsuit alleges rape inside Baton Rouge jail - WAFB
I-TEAM: Federal lawsuit alleges rape inside Baton Rouge jail WAFB
Published on 30 June 2025 | 10:50 pm
I-TEAM: Federal lawsuit alleges rape inside Baton Rouge jail - WAFB
I-TEAM: Federal lawsuit alleges rape inside Baton Rouge jail WAFB
Published on 30 June 2025 | 10:50 pm
Baton Rouge man takes plea deal after 2022 fatal shooting of teenager with an AK-47 - WBRZ
Baton Rouge man takes plea deal after 2022 fatal shooting of teenager with an AK-47 WBRZ
Published on 30 June 2025 | 10:13 pm
2 charged as part of national health care fraud takedown, authorities say - WAFB
2 charged as part of national health care fraud takedown, authorities say WAFB
Published on 30 June 2025 | 10:03 pm
Officials working to clean up Baton Rouge - WAFB
Officials working to clean up Baton Rouge WAFB
Published on 30 June 2025 | 10:02 pm
Two Baton Rouge women among hundreds charged in fraud of programs for elderly, disabled - WBRZ
Two Baton Rouge women among hundreds charged in fraud of programs for elderly, disabled WBRZ
Published on 30 June 2025 | 9:39 pm
BRPD: Man found shot dead in Scotlandville; investigation underway - WAFB
BRPD: Man found shot dead in Scotlandville; investigation underway WAFB
Published on 30 June 2025 | 9:04 pm
June 2025’s new openings and spots to watch in Baton Rouge: Court to Table, Dave’s Hot Chicken and more - 225 Magazine
June 2025’s new openings and spots to watch in Baton Rouge: Court to Table, Dave’s Hot Chicken and more 225 Magazine
Published on 30 June 2025 | 8:18 pm
Utah company acquires 145 acres in north Baton Rouge - Baton Rouge Business Report
Utah company acquires 145 acres in north Baton Rouge Baton Rouge Business Report
Published on 30 June 2025 | 7:48 pm
Man takes plea deal ahead of trial in killing of a Baton Rouge child. Here's how he was sentenced. - The Advocate
Man takes plea deal ahead of trial in killing of a Baton Rouge child. Here's how he was sentenced. The Advocate
Published on 30 June 2025 | 7:15 pm
High-speed chase started in Baton Rouge, ended in violent crash in Denham Springs - WBRZ
High-speed chase started in Baton Rouge, ended in violent crash in Denham Springs WBRZ
Published on 28 June 2025 | 11:49 pm
Alphonse Jolissaint Obituary - Baton Rouge, LA - Dignity Memorial
Alphonse Jolissaint Obituary - Baton Rouge, LA Dignity Memorial
Published on 28 June 2025 | 7:00 am
US Supreme Court pushes Louisiana congressional map ruling to next term - Baton Rouge Business Report
US Supreme Court pushes Louisiana congressional map ruling to next term Baton Rouge Business Report
Published on 27 June 2025 | 7:17 pm