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EBRSO: Reported shooting near Skate Galaxy leaves at least two injured
BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) — The East Baton Rouge Sheriff’s Office is investigating after a reported shooting that happened in Baton Rouge Monday evening. According to the sheriff’s office, around 6:30 p.m., deputies were responding to a reported shooting in the parking lot of Skate Galaxy on Jefferson Highway. During an investigation, deputies learned that two vehicles with passengers were in the parking lot before firing shots at each other.
2-year-old had 3 drug overdoses in 10 weeks; the last one was fatal, report says
BATON ROUGE, La. — A lack of urgency, missed warning signs and an overworked case worker all contributed to the death of a 2-year-old Baton Rouge child in 2022, the state inspector general said Monday when the agency’s investigative report was presented to the public. Mitchell Robinson III...
CRIME STOPPERS: Woman wanted for theft, bank fraud
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - Investigators with the Baton Rouge Police Department are searching for a 28-year-old woman who is wanted on several charges. According to police, Trenecia Gray, 28, is wanted on charges of theft, forgery, bank fraud, identity theft, and illegal transmission of monetary funds. Anyone with information...
Baton Rouge home selling for $2.49 million is newly remodeled, has outdoor kitchen
BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) — A luxurious five-bedroom home in Baton Rouge with over 5,000 square feet is on the market for $2,499,999. A description on Zillow said the Province Lane home is located in a quiet gated community. The home is less than 2.5 miles, from hospitals, shopping and Interstate 10. The house was […]
City leaders ask residents to collaborate with BRPD to curb crime in Baton Rouge
BATON ROUGE - After a series of shootings in Baton Rouge during the month of March, city leaders responded by urging the residents to work together with police. Monday night at J.K. Haynes Elementary, residents and city workers met to strategize crime solutions. Police Chief Thomas 'T.J.' Morse Jr. alleged a string of recent shootings are often directed and retaliatory.
A winter-like start to spring
The first day of spring in Acadiana will feel more like winter with cooler than normal weather. Temperatures are starting in the 30s to 40s this morning as areas of frost are possible north of Interstate 10. The afternoon looks mostly sunny and comfortably cool with highs in the mid-60s. Winds should be much lighter compared to yesterday.
Monday PM Forecast: First day of spring offers frost/freeze potential
Winter is set to make a brief return tomorrow morning as temperatures will be in the 30's. Some locations could have some frost, our even reach the freezing mark. Tonight & Tomorrow: After a rather breezy day, winds are expected to drastically calm down as we go into the overnight hours. This combined with the mainly clear skies will allow temperatures to drop quickly. Around the capital area, lows are expected to be in the mid 30's. Further north, freeze warnings are in place. Some of these areas could hit the freezing mark. Since we have not been this cold in a while, it is important to take the necessary precautions, especially if you live north of the Baton Rouge area. Cover any plants, or bring them inside. Also bring pets to a warm place.
Lightning strike causes house fire Sunday morning
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - A lightning strike caused a Baton Rouge home to catch fire Sunday morning, March 17. According to the Baton Rouge Fire Department, the flames began around 7 a.m. at the home on Laurel Lakes Avenue. When firefighters got to the scene, they found the home’s...
Wearin’ of the Green St. Patrick’s Day Parade rolls through Baton Rouge
BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) — The Wearin’ of the Green Parade for St. Patrick’s Day took to the streets Saturday morning. It’s one of the most attended parades in Baton Rouge. Several who came said they have a good time every year. Many known faces in the city participated in the parade, like Baton Rouge Police […]
BRPD: Man arrested after allegedly shooting person trying to ‘settle down argument’
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - The Baton Rouge Police Department has arrested a suspect in a shooting that left two people injured, including the shooter. According to the Baton Rouge Police Department, officers arrested Jeremy LaMichael Johnson, 26, of Baton Rouge, on Friday, March 15, on three counts of attempted first-degree murder and one count of each of the following: battery of a dating partner, battery of a dating partner-child endangerment, aggravated criminal damage to property, and illegal use of weapons or dangerous instrumentalities.
Tree slams through Baton Rouge home on Sunday afternoon
BATON ROUGE - A tree crashed through a Baton Rouge home on Sunday afternoon. The tree fell through Cheryl and Ruby Richard's house along Woodvale Drive. Cheryl's daughter Ishmeil Lee said the tree was almost entirely inside the home. The roof caved in under the weight of the falling branches.
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