EDUCATION
BATON ROUGE, La. — Louisiana educators will soon experience changes in how they are evaluated, as the state rolls out a new system designed to reduce the burden on high-performing teachers while providing extra support to those who need it. However, some teacher unions are raising concerns about the fairness and
BUSINESS
The Baton Rouge Area Chamber, Baton Rouge Area Foundation (BRAF), Downtown Development District, Visit Baton Rouge, and the city-parish announced their partnership on Monday, emphasizing that this updated master plan will drive significant growth and development across the downtown area.
LOCAL
"This visit is a testament to the importance of international partnerships," Broome stated. "We are excited to explore opportunities for collaboration that will not only enhance our cultural and economic ties but also strengthen our diplomatic relations with Japan."
LOCAL
Despite the powerful testimonies of 16 witnesses, investigators classified the fire’s cause as "undetermined," leaving several possible sources of ignition unresolved.
ENTERTAINMENT
Musiq Soulchild to Headline Southern University Athletics Gala on August 23 BATON ROUGE, La. — Southern University is set to host its highly anticipated Athletics Gala on August 23, 2024, at the Raising Cane's River Center, with Grammy-nominated artist Musiq Soulchild headlining the event. The evening will also feature
BUSINESS
Baton Rouge, LA—The Young Entrepreneurs Academy (YEA) of Baton Rouge is now accepting applications for its upcoming class of future business leaders. High school students with a curiosity for innovation and a drive to make a difference are encouraged to apply by Sunday, Aug. 18. The academy, a dynamic
LOCAL
"On The Road Again" targets non-custodial parents whose licenses have been suspended due to unpaid child support. To participate, parents are required to make a payment equivalent to two months of their regular child support obligations.
POLITICS
NEW ORLEANS—In a brazen move that imperils voting rights in Louisiana, fourteen Republican attorneys general have filed an amicus brief aggressively challenging a federal judge's interpretation of the Voting Rights Act (VRA). Led by Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall, the brief contends that the decision in Nairne
STATE
The lawsuit, initiated in June by a group of parents representing various religious backgrounds, contends that the new law violates the First Amendment’s prohibition against government establishment of religion and its guarantee of religious freedom.
EDUCATION
WEST BATON ROUGE, LA — The West Baton Rouge School System is set to boost salaries for its employees by 4% at the start of the new school year. This adjustment translates into an annual raise of $2,000 to $2,500 for teachers and $1,000 to $1,500 for
EDUCATION
BATON ROUGE, La. — As LaMont Cole prepares for his first day as superintendent of East Baton Rouge Schools, he sets a new standard for professionalism within the district. On August 6, Cole issued a memo titled "Dress Code Expectations" to all Central Office and administrative staff, outlining specific
POLITICS
BATON ROUGE, La. — The battle over whether Leslie Chambers and Marcus Hunter can stay on the November ballot is heating up. A judge from the 19th Judicial District Court recently allowed both Democrats to remain in the race. However, the plaintiffs challenging their candidacies have appealed the decision. Due to
EDUCATION
BATON ROUGE, La. – As the new school year approaches in East Baton Rouge Parish, parents are eager to know the status of student transportation. Officials are optimistic about the improvements made following last year's severe bus driver shortage. Superintendent LaMont Cole announced that 91% of the parish'
POLITICS
As of Monday, August 4, the buzz was that Harris had narrowed her choices to Walz and Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro. The shortlist included prominent figures like Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg and Arizona Senator Mark Kelly.
LOCAL
The grant aims to revitalize three North Baton Rouge neighborhoods, situated between Florida Boulevard and Greenwell Springs Road. EBRPHA will utilize the funds to develop high-quality mixed-income housing and support services for families.
LOCAL
Racca and Dunn were initially challenged in their re-election bids, but recent court rulings affirmed their unopposed statuses. Judges found that their opponents were ineligible to run due to unpaid state income taxes, a Louisiana candidacy requirement.