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• Three suspected drug dealers arrested; deputies seized 1 pound of cocaine, $16K

  27-06-2023 20:09
  
  BATON ROUGE - On Tuesday sheriff's deputies executed two search warrants and made three arrests connected to drug trade in the City-Parish. The East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office said deputies went to 3216 Brady St. and 415 Epperson St. to execute search and arrest warrants. Deputies said before going into the Epperson Street home, 52-year-old Anthony Weathers was seen leaving the residence, throwing a trash bag in his car and speeding away. Weathers eventually stopped t
  
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• One person hurt in crash on I-12 at Essen Lane, vehicle recovery blocks two lanes

  27-06-2023 18:54
  
  BATON ROUGE - One person was taken to a hospital after a wreck involving a small car and a semi-truck on Tuesday. The crash happened shortly after 6 p.m. at I-12 and Essen Lane. As of 7 p.m., two lanes have been blocked and traffic is backed up beyond the I-10/I-12 split. No more information was immediately available. Permalink| Comments
  
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• Former LSU star Leonard Fournette OK after car catches on fire

  27-06-2023 18:38
  
  TAMPA - Former LSU football standout Leonard Fournette escaped unharmed on Tuesday after his vehicle caught fire on a highway in Tampa.Fournette -- whose NFL career has recently included time with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers -- posted an Instagram video showing the burned remains of his SUV, with the note: "Man it was one of those days today, but I would like [to] thank God, my car caught on fire while I was driving. But I am still blessed."ABC television station WTSP reports that the Florida High
  
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• Police investigating deadly double shooting near Scenic Highway

  27-06-2023 16:59
  
  BATON ROUGE - One person was killed in a double shooting near Scenic Highway, the second killing reported in the city Tuesday afternoon.According to authorities, the shooting happened at a home on Townsley Street near Scenic Highway around 4:30 p.m. According to BRPD, a man was killed and a woman was taken to a hospital with serious injuries. BRPD has not identified a suspect at this time. Less than two hours earlier, one person was shot and killed on Woodpecker Street. The cr
  
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• Coroner identifies victims in deadly double shooting near Scenic Highway

  27-06-2023 16:59
  
  BATON ROUGE - Two people were killed in a double shooting near Scenic Highway, the second shooting reported in the city Tuesday afternoon.According to authorities, the shooting happened at a home on Townsley Street near Scenic Highway around 4:30 p.m. The East Baton Rouge Coroner's Office identified the victims as Joseph Profit, 48, and Robin Hayes, 52. The Baton Rouge Police Department did not immediately identify a suspect or a motive. Less than two hours earlier, one person
  
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• Four arrested in Tangipahoa burglary spree investigation

  27-06-2023 15:52
  
  TANGIPAHOA PARISH - Deputies have arrested three juveniles and one adult in connection with two dozen recent vehicle burglaries between Hammond and Ponchatoula.A call on Sunday morning led to the arrests. Tangipahoa Parish deputies responded to Tangi Lakes Drive off West Pleasant Ridge Road and found the foursome at that location.A homeowner had noticed the individuals going through his vehicle and allegedly taking a pair of shoes.Three of the suspects ran, but were caught in short order. The f
  
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• One person killed along Woodpecker Street

  27-06-2023 15:36
  
  BATON ROUGE - One person was shot to death along Woodpecker Street on Monday afternoon. Authorities said the shooting happened just after 3 p.m. near the corner of Woodpecker Street and Avenue J. No information about the shooting has been released. Permalink| Comments
  
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• 53-year-old shot, killed along Woodpecker Street Tuesday afternoon

  27-06-2023 15:36
  
  BATON ROUGE - One person was shot to death along Woodpecker Street on Tuesday afternoon. Authorities said the shooting happened just after 3 p.m. near the corner of Woodpecker Street and Avenue J. The East Baton Rouge Coroner's Office identified the victim as Derrick Thomas, 53. The Baton Rouge Police Department did not provide further information about the shooting. Less than two hours later, two people were shot and killed a mile and a half away from the scene on Av
  
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• Some 911 calls taking longer than expected to answer, changes coming

  27-06-2023 15:33
  
  BATON ROUGE - Like police, fire, and other public service jobs there is a national shortage of 911 call operators and it affects Baton Rouge. Recently, it's taken two minutes for some calls to be answered. It happens when operators are out sick or people are off."We do have to work short-staffed sometimes and what that means unfortunately is that a 911 call might ring longer than it should," said Brad Harris with East Baton Rouge EMS.East Baton Rouge 911 call operators answer anywhere
  
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• LSU baseball shares photo of trophy travelling in style

  27-06-2023 14:41
  
  BATON ROUGE - When you work all year to achieve a goal, the spoils get to travel in style.The LSU National Championship Baseball Team shared this photo Tuesday of the team -- and its trophy -- headed home to Baton Rouge.The World Series hardware is strapped into a seat between Gavin Dugas and Dylan Crews for the charter flight out of Omaha.The Tigers will make a brief celebratory appearance at Alex Box Stadium upon their return. That was set for 1:30 p.m., but a travel delay pushed the anticipa
  
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• LSU baseball shares photo of trophy traveling in style

  27-06-2023 14:41
  
  BATON ROUGE - When you work all year to achieve a goal, the spoils get to travel in style.The LSU National Championship Baseball Team shared this photo Tuesday of the team -- and its trophy -- headed home to Baton Rouge.The World Series hardware is strapped into a seat between Gavin Dugas and Dylan Crews for the charter flight out of Omaha.The Tigers will make a brief celebratory appearance at Alex Box Stadium upon their return. That was set for 1:30 p.m., but a travel delay pushed the anticipa
  
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• Ryan Seacrest set to succeed Pat Sajak as 'Wheel' host

  27-06-2023 14:15
  
  LOS ANGELES - Ryan Seacrest is set for a spin as host of America's favorite game show.The media personality who has served in a similar capacity on "American Idol" and "Live with Kelly and Ryan" has been tapped to succeed Wheel of Fortune's Pat Sajak, who announced recently that he will retire following the upcoming broadcast season.In a tweet on Tuesday, Seacrest said he is "truly humbled to be stepping into the footsteps" of a legend."I can't wait to continue the tradition of spinning the whe
  
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• At least two dead after ambulance crashes into Coke truck

  27-06-2023 13:46
  
  LABARRE - At least one person died after an ambulance crashed into a Coke truck on LA-1. According to the sheriff's office, the crash happened on LA-1 at Deaton Lane. There was at least one fatality. It was unclear what caused the crash or whether there was more than one fatality. This is a developing story. Permalink| Comments
  
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• At least one dead after ambulance crashes into Coke truck

  27-06-2023 13:46
  
  LABARRE - At least one person died after an ambulance crashed into a Coke truck on LA-1. According to the sheriff's office, the crash happened on LA-1 at Deaton Lane. There was at least one fatality. It was unclear what caused the crash or whether there was more than one fatality. This is a developing story. Permalink| Comments
  
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• Heat wave leaving Denham Springs Animal Shelter desperate for fosters

  27-06-2023 13:24
  
  DENHAM SPRINGS - With temperatures reaching triple digits and the heat index well into the 110s, the Denham Springs Animal Shelter is seeking fosters to help take in dogs and decrease their capacity. As of Sunday, the shelter was beyond its capacity and had to put dogs in outdoor kennels with only fans to cool them off. "We are begging for people to open their homes to some of our long-haired or senior dogs to foster for this upcoming heat wave," the shelter posted. "We supply
  
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• Raising Cane's opens doors to Times Square location

  27-06-2023 13:19
  
  NEW YORK CITY - A staple of Baton Rouge is taking a Broadway bow.Raising Cane's -- the locally launched chicken finger chain -- opened a store in the heart of Times Square on Tuesday.The new New York City location includes nods to the Big Apple in its design, but still features the traditional menu of chicken, fries and cole slaw.The company plans to open more than two dozen restaurants in New York City over the next three years.The Times Square location is an 8,000 square foot store that will
  
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• Emergency crews working to rescue paraglider lost in Central woods

  27-06-2023 12:09
  
  CENTRAL - A paraglider is being rescued from a tree in the Central woods off Hooper Road after getting stuck Tuesday evening. Central Fire Department said the man is not injured, but was stuck in a tree more than 30 feet above the ground in the woods near the corner of Cimmaron Drive and Hooper Road. It took firefighters, paramedics, police officers and helicopters around one hour to find the stuck paraglider. It is unclear how long it will take them to get him out. P
  
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• Emergency crews rescue paraglider lost in Central woods Tuesday evening

  27-06-2023 12:09
  
  CENTRAL - A paraglider was rescued from a tree in the Central woods off Hooper Road after getting stuck Tuesday evening. Central Fire Department said the man is not injured, but was stuck in a tree more than 30 feet above the ground in the woods near the corner of Cimmaron Drive and Hooper Road. It took firefighters, paramedics, police officers and helicopters around one hour to find the stuck paraglider. It took crews nearly 30 minutes to get him down. Permalink| Com
  
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• Schedule announced for yet-unnamed Baton Rouge hockey team

  27-06-2023 12:06
  
  BATON ROUGE - Though the team may not yet have a name to rally behind, at least fans can start blocking off days to attend the games. The Baton Rouge Pro Hockey Facebook page announced the team's schedule ahead of the upcoming season. With plenty of games both home and away, there's a date for everyone to come out and support the new Baton Rouge No-Names.Permalink| Comments
  
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• Police searching for suspect who held woman at gunpoint, shot through door after she pushed him out of house

  27-06-2023 09:56
  
  BATON ROUGE - Police are searching for a man wanted for attempted murder after he held a woman at gunpoint in an attempt to stay at her house longer. According to the Baton Rouge Police Department, officers are searching for Cody Crump, 31. Crump is wanted for attempted second-degree murder, illegal use of a weapon, aggravated assault with a firearm, and other violent charges. Arrest documents read that Crump arrived at a woman's house to spend time together on June 12. When t
  
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• Police searching for suspect in attempted murder, assault

  27-06-2023 09:56
  
  BATON ROUGE - Police are searching for a man wanted on multiple violent charges. According to the Baton Rouge Police Department, officers are searching for Cody Crump. Crump is wanted for attempted second-degree murder, illegal use of a weapon, aggravated assault with a firearm, and other violent charges. Police did not provide more details on the incident in which Crump was allegedly involved. Anyone with information is encouraged to call Capital Region Crime Stopper
  
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• Police arrest man who held woman at gunpoint, shot through door after she pushed him out of house

  27-06-2023 09:56
  
  BATON ROUGE - Police arrested a man wanted for attempted murder after he held a woman at gunpoint in an attempt to stay at her house longer. According to the Baton Rouge Police Department, officers arrested Cody Crump, 31, for attempted second-degree murder, illegal use of a weapon, aggravated assault with a firearm, and other violent charges. He was taken into custody Wednesday. Arrest documents read that Crump arrived at a woman's house to spend time together on June 12. Whe
  
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• Tiger fans storm stores to snatch up championship merchandise

  27-06-2023 09:48
  
  BATON ROUGE - Fans eager to wear their Tiger pride lined up at area stores Tuesday morning to grab some baseball national championship gear.At Academy Sports and Outdoors on Siegen Lane, sales were brisk as soon as the doors opened.Shoppers combed through a selection of t-shirts and caps sporting the "2023 National Champions" artwork.LSU was also quick to promote available merchandise, posting a link to its team store and the custom gear just moments after the Tigers defeated the Florida Gators
  
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• Championship celebration announced for Wednesday night - Here's how to attend and watch if you can't

  27-06-2023 09:06
  
  BATON ROUGE - Date and time set: we have your Wednesday night plans all spelled out for you here. LSU posted the following information regarding the celebration planned to honor the CWS Champions, your LSU Tigers:The celebration will start at 7:30 p.m with gates opening at 6:30 pm. Admission is free and all non-premium areas (Champions Club & Suites) will be general admission. Food and beverages will be available for purchase inside the stadium.In addition, LSU’s national
  
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• State trooper arrested after hitting parked car, leaving accident while driving drunk

  27-06-2023 08:52
  
  OUACHITA PARISH - A state police trooper was arrested for driving under the influence and a hit and run on Monday night. According to State Police, 49-year-old Sergeant Shelton Crooks was stopped in Monroe by police officers just before midnight and arrested by State Troopers. State Police said Crooks hit a parked car and then drove away. Police officers in Monroe determined that Crooks was drunk driving. Crooks was booked a hit and run and a DWI.Crooks has been placed under a
  
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• Longtime state trooper arrested for hit and run, DWI after striking parked car

  27-06-2023 08:52
  
  MONROE - An off-duty State Police sergeant was arrested Monday night after he allegedly hit a parked car while driving drunk and then left the scene of the accident. According to State Police, 49-year-old Sergeant Shelton Crooks was stopped in Monroe by police officers just before midnight on Monday. The Monroe Police Department was called to the accident and officers later caught up with Crooks, who was allegedly driving under the influence. Crooks was arrested and booked for
  
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• Watch all the best interviews from LSU's championship celebration in Omaha

  27-06-2023 07:55
  
  Coach Jay JohnsonJordan ThompsonPaul SkenesKim MulkeyWatch the full, uninterrupted celebration featuring interviews with even more players below:Permalink| Comments
  
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