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George H. Tichenor, of Dr. Tichenor Antiseptic fame, is buried in Roselawn Cemetery in Baton Rouge - The Advocate
George H. Tichenor, of Dr. Tichenor Antiseptic fame, is buried in Roselawn Cemetery in Baton Rouge The Advocate
Published on 15 July 2025 | 5:33 am
Blue tarp applications open until Friday for EBR, Ascension, Iberville, Pointe Coupee and West Feliciana residents - WBRZ
Published on 15 July 2025 | 3:53 am
Baton Rouge officials urge residents to prepare as hurricane season heats up - WAFB
Baton Rouge officials urge residents to prepare as hurricane season heats up WAFB
Published on 15 July 2025 | 3:43 am
Clerice Lacy Obituary (2025) - Baton Rouge, LA - Hall Davis and Son Funeral Service - Baton Rouge - Legacy.com
Clerice Lacy Obituary (2025) - Baton Rouge, LA - Hall Davis and Son Funeral Service - Baton Rouge Legacy.com
Published on 15 July 2025 | 2:54 am
Generals complete weekend sweep over Baton Rouge - The Victoria Advocate
Generals complete weekend sweep over Baton Rouge The Victoria Advocate
Published on 15 July 2025 | 2:32 am
Northbound Interstate 110 closed at Florida Street on Monday, Tuesday nights - WBRZ
Northbound Interstate 110 closed at Florida Street on Monday, Tuesday nights WBRZ
Published on 15 July 2025 | 1:33 am
Baton Rouge officials urge residents to prepare as hurricane season heats up - WAFB
Baton Rouge officials urge residents to prepare as hurricane season heats up WAFB
Published on 15 July 2025 | 1:15 am
Key LSU baseball pitcher goes undrafted, likely to return to LSU - Yahoo News
Key LSU baseball pitcher goes undrafted, likely to return to LSU Yahoo News
Published on 15 July 2025 | 12:51 am
Notebook: Five Observations From LSU Football, Brian Kelly at SEC Media Days - Sports Illustrated
Notebook: Five Observations From LSU Football, Brian Kelly at SEC Media Days Sports Illustrated
Published on 14 July 2025 | 11:22 pm
Nine LSU Tigers drafted in 2025 MLB Draft - WBRZ
Nine LSU Tigers drafted in 2025 MLB Draft WBRZ
Published on 14 July 2025 | 9:59 pm
Born the day The Advocate went morning — still reading at 100 in Baton Rouge - The Advocate
Born the day The Advocate went morning — still reading at 100 in Baton Rouge The Advocate
Published on 14 July 2025 | 9:10 pm
East Baton Rouge Parish parents approach school year with cautious optimism after bus opt-out survey - WBRZ
East Baton Rouge Parish parents approach school year with cautious optimism after bus opt-out survey WBRZ
Published on 14 July 2025 | 8:57 pm
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Published on 14 July 2025 | 8:36 pm
1 injured in shooting on Plank Road - WAFB
1 injured in shooting on Plank Road WAFB
Published on 14 July 2025 | 8:34 pm
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BR.snakeweek.071523_2989 MJ.JPG The Advocate
Published on 14 July 2025 | 8:30 pm
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Published on 14 July 2025 | 8:30 pm
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BR.snakeweek.071523_2636 MJ.JPG The Advocate
Published on 14 July 2025 | 8:30 pm
One hurt in shooting along Plank Road - WBRZ
One hurt in shooting along Plank Road WBRZ
Published on 14 July 2025 | 8:23 pm
LSU women's basketball to play in 2025 Paradise Jam in the Virgin Islands - TigerBait.com
LSU women's basketball to play in 2025 Paradise Jam in the Virgin Islands TigerBait.com
Published on 14 July 2025 | 7:43 pm
This company bought an office property on Innovation Park Drive - Baton Rouge Business Report
This company bought an office property on Innovation Park Drive Baton Rouge Business Report
Published on 14 July 2025 | 7:34 pm
LSU helped launch it. Now Bocock Brothers’ college cigar line is growing - Baton Rouge Business Report
LSU helped launch it. Now Bocock Brothers’ college cigar line is growing Baton Rouge Business Report
Published on 14 July 2025 | 7:30 pm
LSU football WR Nic Anderson's injury update after car accident per Brian Kelly - The Daily Advertiser | Lafayette, Louisiana
LSU football WR Nic Anderson's injury update after car accident per Brian Kelly The Daily Advertiser | Lafayette, Louisiana
Published on 14 July 2025 | 7:12 pm
Jeff Reynolds to speak at the Press Club in Baton Rouge - KTVE – myarklamiss.com – Your ArkLaMiss News Source
Jeff Reynolds to speak at the Press Club in Baton Rouge KTVE – myarklamiss.com – Your ArkLaMiss News Source
Published on 14 July 2025 | 6:58 pm
Brian Kelly's Thoughts: LSU Football's Head Coach Evaluates Tigers at SEC Media Days - Sports Illustrated
Brian Kelly's Thoughts: LSU Football's Head Coach Evaluates Tigers at SEC Media Days Sports Illustrated
Published on 14 July 2025 | 6:30 pm
The LSU women's basketball team has finalized two more 2025-2026 nonconference games - NOLA.com
The LSU women's basketball team has finalized two more 2025-2026 nonconference games NOLA.com
Published on 14 July 2025 | 6:30 pm
LSU WR Nic Anderson involved in car accident, expected to be ready for training camp - MSN
LSU WR Nic Anderson involved in car accident, expected to be ready for training camp MSN
Published on 14 July 2025 | 6:24 pm
LSU WBB set to play in Paradise Jam Tournament in November - On3.com
LSU WBB set to play in Paradise Jam Tournament in November On3.com
Published on 14 July 2025 | 6:17 pm
Baton Rouge Bike Blessing Honors Heroes with Ride and Run - Unfiltered with Kiran
Baton Rouge Bike Blessing Honors Heroes with Ride and Run Unfiltered with Kiran
Published on 14 July 2025 | 6:07 pm
SPARE NOTES: USBC Numbers, And More About A Special Number 300 - WBRZ
SPARE NOTES: USBC Numbers, And More About A Special Number 300 WBRZ
Published on 14 July 2025 | 6:04 pm
Catholic Charities of Baton Rouge collecting donations for Texas flood victims - WAFB
Catholic Charities of Baton Rouge collecting donations for Texas flood victims WAFB
Published on 14 July 2025 | 5:59 pm
Milwaukee Brewers draft LSU 2B Daniel Dickinson in sixth round - On3.com
Milwaukee Brewers draft LSU 2B Daniel Dickinson in sixth round On3.com
Published on 14 July 2025 | 5:57 pm
LSU sets the tone at SEC Media Days, eyes strong start to 2025 football season - WBRZ
LSU sets the tone at SEC Media Days, eyes strong start to 2025 football season WBRZ
Published on 14 July 2025 | 5:57 pm
Inaugural Baton Rouge Underground Film Festival to screen nearly 50 independent film projects - WBRZ
Inaugural Baton Rouge Underground Film Festival to screen nearly 50 independent film projects WBRZ
Published on 14 July 2025 | 5:31 pm
Chris Hilton Jr. ready to lead what could be deepest WR room ever at LSU - 247Sports
Chris Hilton Jr. ready to lead what could be deepest WR room ever at LSU 247Sports
Published on 14 July 2025 | 5:28 pm
What Milwaukee Brewers are getting in LSU second baseman Daniel Dickinson - The Daily Advertiser | Lafayette, Louisiana
What Milwaukee Brewers are getting in LSU second baseman Daniel Dickinson The Daily Advertiser | Lafayette, Louisiana
Published on 14 July 2025 | 5:01 pm
Garrett Nussmeier's Take: LSU Football's Quarterback Talks Tigers at SEC Media Days - Sports Illustrated
Garrett Nussmeier's Take: LSU Football's Quarterback Talks Tigers at SEC Media Days Sports Illustrated
Published on 14 July 2025 | 4:58 pm
LSU Head Coach Brian Kelly Media Breakout Session at SEC Football Media Days 2025 - TigerRag.com
LSU Head Coach Brian Kelly Media Breakout Session at SEC Football Media Days 2025 TigerRag.com
Published on 14 July 2025 | 4:31 pm
BRPD investigating South Sherwood Forest shooting that left one dead, another in critical condition - WBRZ
BRPD investigating South Sherwood Forest shooting that left one dead, another in critical condition WBRZ
Published on 14 July 2025 | 4:17 pm
Baton Rouge: Weekend double shooting leaves one dead - Unfiltered with Kiran
Baton Rouge: Weekend double shooting leaves one dead Unfiltered with Kiran
Published on 14 July 2025 | 4:16 pm
One dead, one critically injured in shooting on South Sherwood Forest - The Advocate
One dead, one critically injured in shooting on South Sherwood Forest The Advocate
Published on 14 July 2025 | 4:08 pm
HEADQUARTERS NEWS RELEASE July 14, 2025 Louisiana State Police Names New Deputy Superintendent of the Bureau of Investigations Baton Rouge – Colonel Robert P. Hodges has appointed Major Robert "Bo" Lummus to Lieutenant Colonel as the a - Facebook
Published on 14 July 2025 | 4:03 pm
Chris Hilton's Take: LSU Football's Wide Receiver Discusses Tigers at SEC Media Days - Sports Illustrated
Chris Hilton's Take: LSU Football's Wide Receiver Discusses Tigers at SEC Media Days Sports Illustrated
Published on 14 July 2025 | 3:34 pm
Love movies? New Baton Rouge film festival set for August - Yahoo
Love movies? New Baton Rouge film festival set for August Yahoo
Published on 14 July 2025 | 3:06 pm
What He Said: LSU Football Linebacker Whit Weeks Talks Goals at SEC Media Days - Sports Illustrated
What He Said: LSU Football Linebacker Whit Weeks Talks Goals at SEC Media Days Sports Illustrated
Published on 14 July 2025 | 3:01 pm
This Lafayette fine jewelry brand is opening a Baton Rouge storefront - Baton Rouge Business Report
This Lafayette fine jewelry brand is opening a Baton Rouge storefront Baton Rouge Business Report
Published on 14 July 2025 | 2:55 pm
LSU WR Nic Anderson involved in car accident, expected to be ready for training camp - CBS Sports
LSU WR Nic Anderson involved in car accident, expected to be ready for training camp CBS Sports
Published on 14 July 2025 | 2:55 pm
LSU Wide Receiver Nic Anderson Injured in Car Accident: Updates - BVM Sports
LSU Wide Receiver Nic Anderson Injured in Car Accident: Updates BVM Sports
Published on 14 July 2025 | 2:53 pm
This week in Baton Rouge: Dungeons & Dragons, Silent Book Club and more - 225 Magazine
This week in Baton Rouge: Dungeons & Dragons, Silent Book Club and more 225 Magazine
Published on 14 July 2025 | 2:00 pm
6 ways to beat the heat during the summertime in Baton Rouge - 225 Magazine
6 ways to beat the heat during the summertime in Baton Rouge 225 Magazine
Published on 14 July 2025 | 2:00 pm
LSU Football Transfer Wide Receiver Involved in Car Accident Prior to 2025 Season - Yardbarker
LSU Football Transfer Wide Receiver Involved in Car Accident Prior to 2025 Season Yardbarker
Published on 14 July 2025 | 1:56 pm
1 hurt in Baton Rouge shooting, officials say - Yahoo
1 hurt in Baton Rouge shooting, officials say Yahoo
Published on 14 July 2025 | 1:46 pm
Folktales as only Creoles can tell them take the spotlight in the West Baton Rouge Museum - The Advocate
Folktales as only Creoles can tell them take the spotlight in the West Baton Rouge Museum The Advocate
Published on 14 July 2025 | 1:15 pm
Photos, video: A visit to the West Baton Rouge Museum's exhibit 'Kont Kréyol-yé' - The Advocate
Photos, video: A visit to the West Baton Rouge Museum's exhibit 'Kont Kréyol-yé' The Advocate
Published on 14 July 2025 | 1:15 pm
Heat Advisory Issued for New Orleans, Baton Rouge, and Gulfport Amid Soaring Temperatures and Humidity - Hoodline
Published on 14 July 2025 | 1:14 pm
Man arrested in fatal shooting of 48-year-old man in December 2024, Baton Rouge Police say - The Advocate
Man arrested in fatal shooting of 48-year-old man in December 2024, Baton Rouge Police say The Advocate
Published on 14 July 2025 | 1:14 pm
BRPD: Man arrested in connection with 2024 deadly shooting - WAFB
BRPD: Man arrested in connection with 2024 deadly shooting WAFB
Published on 14 July 2025 | 1:08 pm
Police arrest man for alleged involvement in 2024 shooting - WBRZ
Police arrest man for alleged involvement in 2024 shooting WBRZ
Published on 14 July 2025 | 1:06 pm
Delta Utilities CEO answers questions about providing natural gas to Baton Rouge - clipped version - WAFB
Delta Utilities CEO answers questions about providing natural gas to Baton Rouge - clipped version WAFB
Published on 14 July 2025 | 1:01 pm
Delta Utilities CEO answers questions about providing natural gas to Baton Rouge - WAFB
Delta Utilities CEO answers questions about providing natural gas to Baton Rouge WAFB
Published on 14 July 2025 | 12:40 pm
Water, sewer rates going up for Zachary residents. Could delays approval of $2 technology fee. - The Advocate
Water, sewer rates going up for Zachary residents. Could delays approval of $2 technology fee. The Advocate
Published on 14 July 2025 | 12:30 pm
Robbery leads to shooting early Monday; one man injured - WBRZ
Robbery leads to shooting early Monday; one man injured WBRZ
Published on 14 July 2025 | 12:19 pm
2une In Previews: Disaster Readiness Seminar - WBRZ
2une In Previews: Disaster Readiness Seminar WBRZ
Published on 14 July 2025 | 11:32 am
Why skipping breakfast can be bad for your heart - Baton Rouge Clinic
Why skipping breakfast can be bad for your heart Baton Rouge Clinic
Published on 14 July 2025 | 10:07 am
This week in Baton Rouge: Chelsea’s Live karaoke, tennis instruction and letterpress printing - lsureveille.com
This week in Baton Rouge: Chelsea’s Live karaoke, tennis instruction and letterpress printing lsureveille.com
Published on 14 July 2025 | 10:03 am
BR Orchid Society holds annual show, honoring the flower with a surprisingly careful growing process - lsureveille.com
BR Orchid Society holds annual show, honoring the flower with a surprisingly careful growing process lsureveille.com
Published on 14 July 2025 | 10:03 am
The quarterback behind LSU’s iconic Bluegrass Miracle recalls the electric moment - lsureveille.com
The quarterback behind LSU’s iconic Bluegrass Miracle recalls the electric moment lsureveille.com
Published on 14 July 2025 | 10:03 am
LSU Football Coach Brian Kelly Kicks Off SEC Media Days Today On A Roll - TigerRag.com
LSU Football Coach Brian Kelly Kicks Off SEC Media Days Today On A Roll TigerRag.com
Published on 14 July 2025 | 9:06 am
Baton Rouge sees improvement in homicide numbers, but officials say more work is needed - The Advocate
Baton Rouge sees improvement in homicide numbers, but officials say more work is needed The Advocate
Published on 14 July 2025 | 9:00 am
'Has God written all over it': Baton Rouge woman survives being struck by lightning - The Advocate
'Has God written all over it': Baton Rouge woman survives being struck by lightning The Advocate
Published on 14 July 2025 | 9:00 am
New hires at Pennington, Louisiana Blue, Ryan Gootee - The Advocate
New hires at Pennington, Louisiana Blue, Ryan Gootee The Advocate
Published on 14 July 2025 | 5:15 am
From the Outback to the Bayou: How Aussie Rules Football is making an impact in Baton Rouge - lsureveille.com
From the Outback to the Bayou: How Aussie Rules Football is making an impact in Baton Rouge lsureveille.com
Published on 14 July 2025 | 2:16 am
Thousands gather in Baton Rouge to celebrate the life and legacy of Jimmy Swaggart - WBRZ
Thousands gather in Baton Rouge to celebrate the life and legacy of Jimmy Swaggart WBRZ
Published on 14 July 2025 | 2:15 am
Man who allegedly set couch on fire inside Baton Rouge home arrested for arson - WBRZ
Man who allegedly set couch on fire inside Baton Rouge home arrested for arson WBRZ
Published on 13 July 2025 | 10:17 pm
Afternoon storms lead to power outages in BR area - WAFB
Afternoon storms lead to power outages in BR area WAFB
Published on 13 July 2025 | 6:28 pm
Upstage Theatre celebrates 23 years in Baton Rouge - WBRZ
Upstage Theatre celebrates 23 years in Baton Rouge WBRZ
Published on 13 July 2025 | 4:02 pm
UpStage Theatre stages final performance of summer show, "The Old Settler," on Sunday - The Advocate
UpStage Theatre stages final performance of summer show, "The Old Settler," on Sunday The Advocate
Published on 13 July 2025 | 12:00 pm
Gambino’s Bakery wins two Best of Baton Rouge honors with traditional king cakes and Instagram-worthy desserts - The Advocate
Gambino’s Bakery wins two Best of Baton Rouge honors with traditional king cakes and Instagram-worthy desserts The Advocate
Published on 13 July 2025 | 5:00 am
Baton Rouge, NFL RB Brandon Bolden holds football camp at Scotlandville Magnet High School - WBRZ
Baton Rouge, NFL RB Brandon Bolden holds football camp at Scotlandville Magnet High School WBRZ
Published on 13 July 2025 | 4:14 am
Jimmy Swaggart remembered during weekend memorial services - WAFB
Jimmy Swaggart remembered during weekend memorial services WAFB
Published on 12 July 2025 | 12:19 pm
Baton Rouge area school districts with lower teacher pay rates weigh stipend, raise options - The Advocate
Baton Rouge area school districts with lower teacher pay rates weigh stipend, raise options The Advocate
Published on 12 July 2025 | 8:45 am
Surveillance video captures 33-year-old’s brutal wreck, family searching for answers - WAFB
Surveillance video captures 33-year-old’s brutal wreck, family searching for answers WAFB
Published on 11 July 2025 | 11:26 pm
New LSU arena’s namesake could be Baton Rouge hospital Our Lady of the Lake, report says - lsureveille.com
New LSU arena’s namesake could be Baton Rouge hospital Our Lady of the Lake, report says lsureveille.com
Published on 11 July 2025 | 11:07 pm
Body camera footage from BRPD officer-involved shooting on Washington Ave released - WAFB
Body camera footage from BRPD officer-involved shooting on Washington Ave released WAFB
Published on 11 July 2025 | 10:42 pm
Our Lady of the Lake Arena? See more on plans for proposed new venue at LSU. - The Advocate
Our Lady of the Lake Arena? See more on plans for proposed new venue at LSU. The Advocate
Published on 11 July 2025 | 10:00 pm
Who owns the Gates at CitiPlace now and what did the deal cost? - Baton Rouge Business Report
Who owns the Gates at CitiPlace now and what did the deal cost? Baton Rouge Business Report
Published on 11 July 2025 | 7:10 pm
Swaggart funeral to be held in Baton Rouge this weekend - louisianaradionetwork.com
Swaggart funeral to be held in Baton Rouge this weekend louisianaradionetwork.com
Published on 11 July 2025 | 5:31 pm
Antiques, fine art, china all for sale as 40-year-old interior business closes in Baton Rouge - The Advocate
Antiques, fine art, china all for sale as 40-year-old interior business closes in Baton Rouge The Advocate
Published on 11 July 2025 | 3:30 pm
Shortages plague the Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank as future cuts loom - 225 Magazine
Shortages plague the Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank as future cuts loom 225 Magazine
Published on 11 July 2025 | 2:36 pm
Who should be screened for skin cancer? - Baton Rouge Clinic
Who should be screened for skin cancer? Baton Rouge Clinic
Published on 11 July 2025 | 10:09 am
Caroll Marchand Obituary - Baton Rouge, LA - Dignity Memorial
Caroll Marchand Obituary - Baton Rouge, LA Dignity Memorial
Published on 11 July 2025 | 7:00 am
Photos: The Peach Truck Tour pit stops in Baton Rouge to distribute thousands of the juicy fruits - The Advocate
Photos: The Peach Truck Tour pit stops in Baton Rouge to distribute thousands of the juicy fruits The Advocate
Published on 10 July 2025 | 8:08 pm
BACK-TO-SCHOOL: Events, giveaways, supply drives in metro Baton Rouge - WAFB
BACK-TO-SCHOOL: Events, giveaways, supply drives in metro Baton Rouge WAFB
Published on 10 July 2025 | 2:03 pm
Keeping kids safe outside during summer play - Baton Rouge Clinic
Keeping kids safe outside during summer play Baton Rouge Clinic
Published on 10 July 2025 | 10:13 am
Mickey J. Brown, 1st Sgt (Ret.) Obituary July 9, 2025 - Resthaven Gardens of Memory & Funeral Home - Resthaven Funeral Home | Baton Rouge, LA
Mickey J. Brown, 1st Sgt (Ret.) Obituary July 9, 2025 - Resthaven Gardens of Memory & Funeral Home Resthaven Funeral Home | Baton Rouge, LA
Published on 9 July 2025 | 10:08 pm
BRPD Sergeant run over on motorcycle has major surgeries - WAFB
BRPD Sergeant run over on motorcycle has major surgeries WAFB
Published on 9 July 2025 | 8:51 pm
Baton Rouge police officer rammed by driver has both legs amputated - The Advocate
Baton Rouge police officer rammed by driver has both legs amputated The Advocate
Published on 9 July 2025 | 8:37 pm
Arrest made in 2022 deadly shooting in Baton Rouge, police say - WAFB
Arrest made in 2022 deadly shooting in Baton Rouge, police say WAFB
Published on 9 July 2025 | 2:18 am
‘I’m hurting, but I’m here’: Baton Rouge mother survives lightning strike - WAFB
‘I’m hurting, but I’m here’: Baton Rouge mother survives lightning strike WAFB
Published on 7 July 2025 | 11:42 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