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Workers say Baton Rouge cleaning company owes them wages

BATON ROUGE — Several workers hired by a Baton Rouge cleaning company say they're still waiting to be paid, as their calls and emails to the business go unanswered and frustration mounts across state lines. Stefanie Wilbanks, who has been cleaning homes and businesses for several years, took a...

Baton Rouge, LA · 17h

theadvocate.com

Proposed budget for East Baton Rouge City-Parish could cut funding to Live After Five, other programs

Twelve outside organizations, ranging from Live After Five to the Iris Domestic Violence Center, have been zeroed out in Mayor-President Sid Edwards’ proposed 2027 city-parish budget, ending a two-year downscaling sparked by the loss of tax money after the formation of St. George. Another dozen groups that have long...

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This Huge Louisiana Outlet Center Makes Holiday Shopping A Road-Trip Event

More than 50 brand-name outlet stores sit in one open-air spot right off I-10. That’s a lot of gift list crossed off in a single afternoon. I like that this place sits between Baton Rouge and New Orleans. You can turn a holiday errand into a full Louisiana road trip without much of a detour.

Gonzales, LA · 2d

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News in 60 - late LSU basketball coach's funeral, LA Rep. dies, & DWI arrest

Late LSU basketball Coach Dale Brown's funeral, Louisiana State Representative Mike Bayham dies, & Shreveport DWI arrest on News in 60 Seconds.

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Louisiana leads nation in reported flu cases as health officials urge precautions

BATON ROUGE — Louisiana is leading the nation in reported flu cases, according to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), as health officials encourage residents to take precautions to prevent the spread of the virus. While flu activity remains lower in the Baton Rouge area,...

Louisiana · 18h

The Big Lead

LSU gymnastics 2027 recruiting class headlined by Olympic champ Hezly Rivera

Olympic champion Hezly Rivera is among the 10 athletes who signed to the LSU gymnastics' 2027 recruiting class.

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Parole Project adds more housing to help people rebuild their lives

The Louisiana Parole Project is expanding its housing program in Baton Rouge to provide stable accommodations for formerly incarcerated individuals seeking to rebuild their lives.

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Gonzaga Bulldogs On SI

Chauncey Wiggins could make Gonzaga debut against LSU after unexpected eligibility development

The Gonzaga Bulldogs face a tough test on Saturday afternoon against the LSU Tigers, although significant reinforcements could be on the way. Chauncey Wiggins,

Spokane, WA · 2d

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East Baton Rouge Parish, LA · 18h

Two candidates headed to runoff for EBR School Board District 3

BATON ROUGE — East Baton Rouge Parish voters will choose between two candidates in the District 3 school board runoff in one month. Four candidates originally ran for the seat. On election day, incumbent Carla Powell got more than 4,700 votes, and Thomasina Joseph got about 2,800 votes, sending them into a runoff.

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LSU softball signs highest rated recruiting class in program history

BATON ROGUE - With the addition of six high school signees, LSU softball successfully brought in the No. 1 signing class in the nation for 2027, according to Softball America and Rivals. It is the second straight signing class signed by head coach Beth Torina to be ranked in the...

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Delta Utilities hosting utility resource fair. See when, where

A utility resource fair is scheduled for Thursday, Nov. 12 at the East Baton Rouge Public Library's Scotlandville Branch.

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Baton Rouge Airport Cuts City Ties, Becomes Independent Authority After 50 Years

Baton Rouge's airport officially separated from city-parish government, marking the first governance change in 50 years for the facility now known as Baton Rouge Regional Airport. City and airport leaders celebrated the shift at a ceremony in the terminal rotunda, capping a process that began years earlier with a push to free the airport from the bureaucratic constraints of municipal government.

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Greek Wine in New Roads, a Market at the Mill and Light Up the Holidays: Pointe Coupee's Calendar Through December

New Roads sits on False River northwest of Baton Rouge, and its holiday calendar gives you a few good reasons to make the drive. The parish tourism office, Visit False River, lists these four dates. Thursday, Nov. 12: An Evening in Greece. CIRCA at Morel's, 210 Morrison Pkwy., is hosting...

New Roads, LA · 2d

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Veterans Day Ceremonies Today in Plaquemine, at Southern University and in Livingston

Veterans Day is Wednesday, Nov. 11, and several Capital Region communities still have free ceremonies on the calendar today. Here are three official gatherings confirmed by the organizers. Iberville's salute in Plaquemine. Iberville Parish's annual Salute to Veterans is at the Iberville Veterans Memorial on Railroad Avenue in Plaquemine. Pre-ceremony...

Plaquemine, LA · 2d

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Leaders outline next steps in exploring East Baton Rouge Parish government split

BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - East Baton Rouge Parish leaders are taking the next steps to explore what it would take to separate the parish and the city of Baton Rouge into two governments. The possibility of deconsolidating city-parish government was discussed during Tuesday night’s Metro Council meeting, where council...

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BREC proposes $28M investment into historic Brooks Park: ‘A legacy of our community’

BREC has multimillion-dollar plans for a new recreation and aquatic center at historic Brooks Park, which Old South Baton Rouge residents say the area has needed for a long time. The parks and recreation agency has requested $22.4 million in state funding for Brooks Park to advance a proposed $28...

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LSU WBB signs Louisiana native, 5-star center Caroline Bradley

Five-star center Caroline Bradley from Oak Grove, Louisiana, signed to play for the LSU women's basketball program starting with the 2027-28 season.

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