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See which businesses led or owned by LSU grads grew fastest, made the most money

Miller Safety Consulting, a Gonzales-based occupational health and safety consulting firm, topped the LSU 100, an annual ranking of the fastest-growing businesses around the world that are owned or led by LSU graduates. Jennifer Miller, who earned a bachelor's in communication disorders, is the co-owner of Miller Safety. The 20-year-old...

Baton Rouge, LA · 1d

Roll 'Bama Roll

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Jumbo Package: Alabama wins over LSU, loses Josh Ford for season

Your latest Crimson Tide news and notes. Happy Monday, everyone. The women’s basketball team had a tougher than expected outing against Tulane yesterday, but managed to escape with a 68-63 victory. Needless to say, they will have to play much better to compete in an always brutal SEC. The men are in action tonight against Oakland. The game tips off at 6:30CT and will be available streaming on SEC Network+.

Tuscaloosa, AL · 1d

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Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center renames to recognize survivorship

BATON ROUGE — Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center on Monday announced that Cancer Services will transition to the Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Survivorship Center, strengthening the organization’s commitment to supporting individuals and families throughout every stage of the cancer journey. The announcement marks a step for Cancer Services,...

Baton Rouge, LA · 23h

Homeland Preparedness News

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Louisiana parish awarded $63.5M to fight crime

The Justice Department recently awarded Louisiana’s East Baton Rouge Parish a $63.5 million grant through the Model Cities Initiative. The initiative was designed to support the implementation of comprehensive and innovative whole-of-city strategies that reduce crime, restore law and order, … Read More » The post Louisiana parish awarded $63.5M to fight crime appeared first on Homeland Preparedness News .

East Baton Rouge Parish, LA · 1d

BRProud

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Baker police arrest man for AC theft; 1 other wanted

Joseph McEachern, 37, was arrested by the Baker Police Department for the theft of an air conditioning unit from a local business and faces additional charges related to a residential burglary.

Baker, LA · 19h

BRProud

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Southern University offering free pet vaccinations

Free pet vaccinations will be available at the Southern University Ag Center. See when

Baton Rouge, LA · 1d

WGNO

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Man arrested, accused of vehicular homicide after fatal crash in Livingston Parish

Louisiana State Police arrested a man accused of vehicular homicide after a crash in Livingston Parish.

Livingston Parish, LA · 2d

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Baton Rouge firefighters respond to house fire on Brice Street

BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - The Baton Rouge Fire Department responded to a house fire on Brice Street around 10:23 p.m. Crews worked to put out the flames and keep the fire from spreading to neighboring homes. The fire is now under control. Officials said no one is injured at...

Baton Rouge, LA · 13h

Bama Hammer

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Kalen DeBoer and Alabama made me eat my words against LSU, but I'm not fully convinced

I expected Alabama to leave Baton Rouge with another loss, and I thought its playoff hopes were going down with it. Instead, the Crimson Tide walked into Death Valley and delivered.

Baton Rouge, LA · 1d

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Baker police respond to shooting on Sandra Drive

BAKER, La. (WAFB) - Baker police are on the scene of a shooting on the 400 block of Sandra Drive near Myrtle Street. Police received a call about shots fired. Police officials state that no one was hurt. Details are limited on what started the shooting or on a potential...

Baker, LA · 15h

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EBR Schools Ceremony Celebrates School-Level and District Students of the Year

Cheers were plentiful and loud as 17 “heroes” were recognized during the 2026–27 EBR Schools Student of the Year celebration on Nov. 4 at McKinley Middle Academic Magnet School. Hosted by WBRZ’s John Pastorek, the celebration honored the district’s top elementary, middle and high school students, who...

Baton Rouge, LA · 1d

BRProud

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Registration opens for 7th annual Krewe of Oshun Parade and Festival in Baton Rouge

Registration is now open for the seventh annual Krewe of Oshun Parade and Festival, which is scheduled to take place on January 30, 2027, in North Baton Rouge.

Baton Rouge, LA · 19h

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2une In Previews: Capital Area Human Services, Aetna hosting community health fair before Thanksgiving

BATON ROUGE — Capital Area Human Services and Aetna Better Health of Louisiana are hosting a free community health fair this weekend ahead of Thanksgiving. More than 45 health, wellness and community organizations will participate in a major community outreach fair offering free screenings, vaccines, Narcan kits, food boxes, turkeys, hot jambalaya plates, smoothies and fresh fruit, while supplies last. Organizers also note that each organization will provide gift prizes after registration.

Baton Rouge, LA · 6h

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Paul’s Plate: Mudan Modern Asian Cuisine offers variety of dim sum but leaves much to be desired

Mudan Modern Asian Cuisine offers a variety of dim sum but despite the phrase translating to “touch the heart,” the food lacks just that. Created by the same team behind the Daruma Ramen chain, Mudan Modern Asian Cuisine is the newest addition to Baton Rouge’s Asian fusion scene.

Baton Rouge, LA · 1d

Yellowhammer News

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Tide Takes: DeBoer proves substance trumps style with coaching domination of Kiffin

The Alabama Crimson Tide earned what may have been the biggest victory of the Kalen DeBoer era on Saturday afternoon in Baton Rouge, handling the LSU Tigers 31-13 and taking another step in what has been a roller coaster season. It was a coaching masterclass by DeBoer over Lane Kiffin, and despite LSU gaining nearly […] The post Tide Takes: DeBoer proves substance trumps style with coaching domination of Kiffin appeared first on Yellowhammer News .

Tuscaloosa, AL · 22h

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Pick an angel through Salvation Army to help seniors and children

The Salvation Army’s adoption process for its Angel Tree program has begun and will end Dec. 11. To adopt an Angel, you can pick a tag off the Angel Tree located at Walmarts across the Baton Rouge area, visit https://tinyurl.com/3pyj6cr6, or shop online using Walmart’s Spark Good Registry at https://tinyurl.com/4e9rs7z8.

Baton Rouge, LA · 6h

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Baton Rouge domestic violence survivors get car maintenance through Safe Wheels at BRCC

BATON ROUGE — Baton Rouge Community College's Safe Wheels Alliance pilot program is expanding to include clients of Sexual Trauma Awareness & Response in the Baton Rouge area. The program launched in October 2025 through Louisiana Community and Technical Colleges, Baton Rouge Community College, the Louisiana Coalition Against Domestic...

Baton Rouge, LA · 21h

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Entergy adds lights along Nicholson Drive following fatal pedestrian hit-and-run

BATON ROUGE - Nicholson Drive is now bright at night after Entergy added new LED lights to existing poles. State Rep. Dixon McMakin thanked the utility company, saying the move is a "temporary solution that will eventually be a long-term fix." The lights went up after LSU student Leah Fonte...

Baton Rouge, LA · 16h

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Baton Rouge families invited to kick off the holiday season at the Knock Knock Children's Museum

BATON ROUGE — Families in Baton Rouge are invited to a party to kick off the holiday season at the Knock Knock Children's Museum. On Dec. 6, the museum will transform into a Wonderful Winterland filled with festive fun as it hosts its Holly Jolly PJ Party. Guests at...

Baton Rouge, LA · 23h

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Creative Bloc gets permit for $3.4 million downtown Baton Rouge office building remodel

Here is a list of commercial and residential building permits issued by East Baton Rouge Parish government from Nov. 2-6. 1201 MAIN ST.: renovation of 27,171-square-foot office building for the Creative Bloc, $3.4 million; applicant, Fritz Embaugh; owner, John Jackson; contractor, Plus One Construction. 9730 BLUEBONNET BLVD.: commercial wall sign,...

Baton Rouge, LA · 1d