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• Severe geomagnetic storm expected Friday night, aurora visible in parts of United States

  10-05-2024 18:33 via wbrz.com
  
  A severe geomagnetic storm is expected to affect earth Friday night. According to NOAA’s Space Weather Prediction Center, (SWPC), this is a result of at least seven coronal mass ejections. The sun spot causing this is 17-times the size of the earth. Geomagnetic storms are common around a solar maximum. Only three such storms have occurred since this sun cycle began in 2019.Severe geomagnetic storms can cause disruptions to satellite communications and navigation systems, terrestrial b
  
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• Police arrest seven people for distributing cocaine, meth in drug bust

  22-05-2024 21:52 via wbrz.com
  
  BATON ROUGE - The East Baton Rouge Sheriff's Office, with assistance from other agencies, arrested seven people in a drug trafficking organization.According to EBRSO, police seized two pounds of cocaine, 1.1 pounds of methamphetamine, one ounce of fentanyl, 3.4 pounds of marijuana, two firearms and $4,141.EBRSO said the organization was led by Ernesto Guzman, Oscar Carcamo and Harral Dunbar, as they were responsible for the distribution of the drugs. Guzman was arrested for distribution of sche
  
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• Deputies arrest seven people for allegedly distributing cocaine, meth in drug bust

  22-05-2024 21:52 via wbrz.com
  
  BATON ROUGE - The East Baton Rouge Sheriff's Office, with assistance from other agencies, arrested seven people in an alleged drug trafficking organization.According to EBRSO, deputies seized two pounds of cocaine, 1.1 pounds of methamphetamine, one ounce of fentanyl, 3.4 pounds of marijuana, two firearms and $4,141.EBRSO said the organization was led by Ernesto Guzman, Oscar Carcamo and Harral Dunbar, as they were responsible for the distribution of the drugs. Guzman was arrested for distribut
  
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• Mayor Broome proposes future plans for Raising Canes River Center

  22-05-2024 21:27 via wbrz.com
  
  BATON ROUGE - Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome on Wednesday proposed a plan to not only redevelop the River Center but also to add something new. It's something Broome says will allow everyone to enjoy downtown Baton Rouge.At the Metro Council meeting, the Mayor's office presented its vision to expand convention space and add a new hotel in the facility that would allow more space for visitors."We want this to be a capital region star that attracts people from all over," Broome said. "My go
  
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• Louisiana lawmakers approve bill similar to Texas' embattled migrant enforcement law

  22-05-2024 21:25 via wbrz.com
  
  BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — A Louisiana bill that would empower state and local law enforcement to arrest and jail people in the state who entered the U.S. illegally received approval from lawmakers Wednesday and will likely soon be on the governor’s desk.Amid national fights between Republican states and Democratic President Joe Biden over how and who should enforce the U.S.-Mexico border, a growing list of GOP-led states have passed measures seeking to push deeper into migrant
  
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• Pointe Coupee Sheriff's Office holding benefit lunch for officer who underwent heart surgery

  22-05-2024 21:17 via wbrz.com
  
  NEW ROADS  - The Pointe Coupee Parish Sheriff's Office is holding a benefit lunch Thursday for an officer who underwent a heart transplant.According to the PCPSO, the lunch is being held for Sgt. Mike Battiste. It will be held at the Scott Civic Center in New Roads at 11 a.m. Thursday,The jambalaya plates will cost $10.Permalink| Comments
  
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• Senate bill requiring heating, air-conditioning systems in school buses fails on Louisiana House floor

  22-05-2024 18:55 via wbrz.com
  
  BATON ROUGE - A Senate bill that would have required heating and air-conditioning systems in school buses failed on the Louisiana House floor Tuesday.The House rejected the measure 42-57 after nearly one and a half hours of debate.Senate Bill 26 would have required the systems on every school bus bought on and after Aug 1, 2024. Then, in 2027, the bill would have required all school buses to be equipped with them.Rep. Vanessa LaFleur, D-Baton Rouge, who presented the bill in the House, said the
  
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• Deputies looking for teens who broke into car, shot at vehicle owner Tuesday

  22-05-2024 18:50 via wbrz.com
  
  BATON ROUGE - Deputies are searching for two teenagers who broke into a car Tuesday and shot at the vehicle owner. The East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office said the attempted vehicle burglary happened along Falling Oak Drive just before 1:30 p.m. Deputies said two juveniles rode on bikes to a home, where they were caught breaking into a vehicle by the owner. Reports said the vehicle owner chased the juveniles off his property and one of them pulled out a gun and fired shot
  
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• Kelly women push football and women's health to the forefront at LSU

  22-05-2024 18:46 via wbrz.com
  
  BATON ROUGE - If you've ever wanted to see inside the LSU football program, see what it's like to be a coach or player in the purple and gold, then an upcoming fundraising event is for you.But only if you're a woman.LSU head football coach Brian Kelly and maybe more correctly his Kelly Cares Foundation led by his wife Paqui and daughter Grace Kelly are hosting the Golden Cleats event at LSU's football operations center on June 5."These ladies would show up like, 'I don't know anything about foo
  
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• Record number of travelers expected on roads for Memorial Day weekend

  22-05-2024 18:02 via wbrz.com
  
  BATON ROUGE - More than 38 million drivers are estimated to hit the roads for Memorial Day weekend, according to the American Automobile Association.The record-breaking numbers are a cause for concern at the Louisiana Highway Safety Commission (LHSC), who are urging drivers to buckle up. A statewide survey performed in 2022 found that less than 15% of drivers do not wear a seatbelt. "When you take the number of 48% of people killed in fatal crashes in Louisiana were not wearing their s
  
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• Vacant apartment complex with squatters still living in them set on fire Wednesday

  22-05-2024 17:41 via wbrz.com
  
  BATON ROUGE — An abandoned apartment complex on Harry Street near Lobdell Boulevard with several people still living in it caught fire while Wednesday afternoon.The fire at the Da Vinci Square apartment complex was first called in around 2:00 p.m. and was brought under control within 20 minutes, with no injuries reported, Baton Rouge Fire Department officials said.While the fire is believed to be incendiary in nature, fire investigators stopped short of calling it arson.Permalink| Com
  
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• Vacant apartment complex with squatters set on fire Wednesday

  22-05-2024 17:41 via wbrz.com
  
  BATON ROUGE — An abandoned apartment complex on Harry Street near Lobdell Boulevard with several people still living in it caught fire while Wednesday afternoon.The fire at the Da Vinci Square apartment complex was first called in around 2:00 p.m. and was brought under control within 20 minutes, with no injuries reported, Baton Rouge Fire Department officials said.While the fire is believed to be incendiary in nature, fire investigators stopped short of calling it arson.Permalink| Com
  
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• One person injured after vehicle crashes into Baton Rouge business

  22-05-2024 17:05 via wbrz.com
  
  BATON ROUGE - One person was injured in a wreck after a vehicle ran into a Baton Rouge business Wednesday afternoon. Officials said a vehicle crashed into the Crawford Electric Supply building on South Choctaw Drive near North Airway Drive just after 4 p.m. One person was taken to a hospital. Reports said all of the Crawford employees were uninjured. No more information was immediately available. Permalink| Comments
  
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• As River Center renovation, downtown rejuvenation looms, residents are mixed on plan

  22-05-2024 16:59 via wbrz.com
  
  BATON ROUGE — The Baton Rogue Metro Council the renovation of the River Center at its Wednesday afternoon meeting.The Baton Rouge River Center came to the city in 1977, and since opening its doors, the building has seen many innovations and renovations. But their next renovation is aiming to be their most ambitious one yet.Mayor-President Sharon West-Broome is looking to introduce a plan that would put up an estimated $120 million to introduce a hotel to the arena, as well as allowing
  
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• Here are the 18 recommendations from the Louisiana Let Teachers Teach task force

  22-05-2024 16:50 via wbrz.com
  
  BATON ROUGE — The Let Teachers Teach workgroup of the Louisiana Department of Education on Wednesday released 18 recommendations for school districts, state administrators and legislators. It listed its recommendations under six key headers.PROFESSIONAL LEARNING — Educators are required to participate in professional learning focused on academic curricula, classroom management, and engagement strategies. While teachers understand the importance of professional learn
  
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• Texas headstone maker accused of fraud arrested in Baton Rouge after two months on the run

  22-05-2024 15:56 via wbrz.com
  
  BATON ROUGE-- A Texas headstone maker accused of stealing from dozens of customers was arrested in Baton Rouge by U.S. Marshals on Wednesday.Rio Grande City District Attorney Gocha Allen Ramirez says Noie Hesbrook III stole thousands of dollars from at least 90 customers, including 23 older people.KRGV reported in February that Hesbrook promised these customers he would create and install headstones, but then stopped returning calls after customers gave him money.Hesbrook was arrested in Februa
  
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• East Baton Rouge prison task force discusses possible new parish detention center, seeks public input

  22-05-2024 15:39 via wbrz.com
  
  BATON ROUGE — The East Baton Rouge Parish Prison and Juvenile Detention Task Force asked the public for feedback regarding a possible new jail after city leaders said the current facilities are dilapidated.At a meeting on Tuesday night, parish agencies began exploring ways to replace the current facility, videos of which show exposed wires, rusted pipes and holes in the ceilings.The task force broke down the current state of the parish prison, with many voicing optimism for the future
  
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• Swimming pools to open for Louisiana State Parks starting Memorial Day weekend

  22-05-2024 15:29 via wbrz.com
  
  BATON ROUGE - Swimming pools for Louisiana State Parks open Memorial Day Weekend beginning on Sunday, May 25.According to Louisiana State Parks, Pools will remain open through Monday, May 27, then close Tuesday through Thursday for maintenance before resuming regular schedule of Thursdays through Sundays throughout the summer. For a complete list of activities at Louisiana State Parks during the summer months, check LaStateParks.com or Louis
  
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• Man who sold woman drugs before fatal overdose indicted on murder charges

  22-05-2024 15:00 via wbrz.com
  
  BATON ROUGE — A man accused of selling a woman the drugs that led to her fatal overdose was charged with second-degree murder Wednesday.Malcom Hall, 29, was arrested in a drug raid in January a few months after Cathryn Arceneaux, 41, died of a fentanyl overdose in September 2023. According to an arrest warrant, Hall admitted to selling Arceneaux drugs on Sept. 5, 2023, and admitting to finding her unconscious in her bathroom when he returned to her house the next day.The East Baton Ro
  
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• Graceland foreclosure sale halted as Presley estate's lawsuit moves forward

  22-05-2024 14:44 via wbrz.com
  
  MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — A judge on Wednesday said Elvis Presley’s estate could be successful in arguing that a company’s attempt to auction Graceland is fraudulent as he halted a foreclosure sale of the beloved Memphis tourist attraction.Later Wednesday, a statement from someone who appeared to be a representative of the company said it would drop its claim, which the Presley estate has argued is based on fake documents. Online court records did not immediately show
  
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• Man indicted for murder after shooting that killed one in February

  22-05-2024 14:27 via wbrz.com
  
  BATON ROUGE - A man was indicted for murder after a shooting that resulted in one death near a Perkins Road gas station back in February.Traveron Richard was indicted on second-degree murder and obstruction of justice in the death of Jevaughn Oubre.The shooting initially happened around 10:30 p.m. on Perkins Road near Michael Delving Road on February 6. Multiple witness accounts at the time said Richard repeatedly shot and killed Oubre.Permalink| Comments
  
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• Police searching for men wanted for battery at grocery store in Addis

  22-05-2024 14:11 via wbrz.com
  
  ADDIS - The Addis Police Department are searching for two men who allegedly committed battery at a grocery store.Police said the men committed the battery at Benedetto's Market in Addis.Anyone with information is urged to contact the Addis Police Department at 225-687-2222.Permalink| Comments
  
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• David Patrick returns to Baton Rouge as LSU men's basketball associate coach

  22-05-2024 14:05 via wbrz.com
  
  BATON ROUGE — LSU men's basketball has hired Sacramento State head coach David Patrick to join the coaching staff as an associate head coach, head coach Matt McMahon announced Wednesday.Patrick, who served as Sacramento State's coach for two years, is returning to LSU after a stint on coach Johnny Jones' staff from 2012 to 2016. Patrick will be LSU's second new assistant coach this spring, following McMahon's hire of Jalen Courtney-Williams from Creighton last month.“I am in
  
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• BRPD makes third arrest weeks after two teenagers were booked for fatal shooting

  22-05-2024 13:24 via wbrz.com
  
  BATON ROUGE - A third arrest was made in the late April shooting death of Daon Scott, 23.On Monday, officers with the baton Rouge Police Department arrested Taylor Nelson, 21, for her alleged involvement in Scott's shooting. Two 16-year-olds were previously arrested on May 1 for their additional alleged connection to the shooting. The teenagers were booked for second-degree murder and illegal use of a weapon. Nelson was arrested for principle to second-degree murder. 
  
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• Prairieville-based film production company inks deal to bring Hallmark, Lifetime productions to state

  22-05-2024 12:59 via wbrz.com
  
  PRAIRIEVILLE — A Louisiana film industry veteran best known for starring alongside Judd Nelson and Kevin Costner in 1985's "Fandango" has started a new film company that will bring Hallmark and Lifetime productions to the state.Chuck Bush's F3 Films has inked a deal with the California-based SilverScreen Pictures with the expressed purpose of producing motion pictures in the Faith, Family, Freedom space," a release announcing the venture said.“The idea is to create a slate o
  
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• Magic comes to Baton Rouge with CYT production of 'Mary Poppins'

  22-05-2024 12:35 via wbrz.com
  
  BATON ROUGE — Some Disney magic is coming to Baton Rouge later this week with Christian Youth Theater's sold out performance of "Mary Poppins" at LSU's Shaver Theater.The Broadway-caliber production will run for five matinee and primetime performances from May 23 to May 26.“Anything can happen if you let it,” Tonja Rainey, Christian Youth Theater Baton Rouge artistic director, says. "The talent of this amazing cast, comprised of local youth is very impressive and w
  
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• Baton Rouge Area Chamber welcomes new president and CEO

  22-05-2024 12:18 via wbrz.com
  
  BATON ROUGE - The Baton Rouge Area Chamber Board of Directors has selected a new president and CEO after a nationwide search. Lori Melancon, the newly-chosen woman for the position, has 20 years of experience in economic development, BRAC said Wednesday. Melancon has worked before with BRAC and the Chamber of Baton Rouge where she "led initiatives contributing to the transformation of the Chamber into the regional economic development organization it is now.""I look forward to our inve
  
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• Man arrested for aggravated arson after causing $10,000 of damage to Baton Rouge hotel

  22-05-2024 12:13 via wbrz.com
  
  BATON ROUGE - The Baton Rouge Fire Department arrested one man after a small fire at the Courtyard Marriot Hotel.According to BRFD, a small trash fire on the seventh floor of the hotel on 3rd Street resulted in about $10,000 in damage. No injuries were reported.Martin Henne, 36, was arrested for aggravated arson.Permalink| Comments
  
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• Tigers look to get hot in SEC Tournament; face Kentucky Wednesday morning

  22-05-2024 09:22 via wbrz.com
  
  HOOVER, Ala. - LSU moves into double elimination format Wednesday morning as they take on the three-seeded Kentucky Wildcats at the SEC Tournament in Hoover, Alabama.RHP Luke Holman (8-3, 2.73 ERA) will be on the bump for the Tigers on just four days of rest. The Wildcats will go with RHP Travis Smith (3-3, 6.06 ERA). First pitch is scheduled for 9:30 a.m. Wednesday morning and it can be seen on the SEC Network. Let’s Geaux, Tigers pic.twitter.com/leY1uWqwIw
  
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• LSU hits two grand slams to defeat Kentucky 11-0 in SEC Tournament

  22-05-2024 09:22 via wbrz.com
  
  HOOVER, Ala. - LSU baseball got a big victory over third-seeded Kentucky on Wednesday in the SEC Tournament. The game was halted after the 8th inning, as the Tigers run-rule the Wildcats 11-0. The Tigers' offense got the party started early with a game leadoff home run to left field by Michael Braswell. The Tigers had a phenomenal outing from RHP Luke Holman, as he dominated on the mound with seven strikeouts and no hits through his six innings of work on only four days' rest.
  
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