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Airbnb Honors 19th JDC with ‘Most Short-Term Stays’ Award for EBR Parish Prison Partnership

The 19th Judicial District Court was honored by Airbnb this week for transforming incarceration into a “flexible lodging experience,” complete with express checkouts and no accountability fees.

Officials Brace for Dozens as ‘No Pharaohs’ Protest Hits Downtown Baton Rouge Sunday

The “No Pharaohs” demonstrators say they’re not stopping until every trace of ancient Egyptian influence is removed from U.S. politics, or until someone finally explains to them that there isn’t any.

State Police to Deploy Taco Bell Pop-Ups on North Side of Campus to Deter Anyone Stoned From Entering During Home Games

LSU’s new safety plan includes 12 mobile Taco Bell pop-ups meant to lure “munchies-motivated individuals” off campus before trouble starts.

LSU Announces Plans to Relocate Entire Campus to St. George “For Safety”

LSU has announced plans to relocate its entire campus off Highland Road in St. George, citing safety concerns after a string of recent shootings near campus. Officials say the new location offers “safety, serenity, and better coffee options.”

Trump Announces Baton Rouge Peace Mission, Says It’ll Be Easier Than Gaza Because They Have Better Food

President Trump announced he’ll bring his Gaza peace plan to Baton Rouge, declaring it “much easier” because “they have crawfish there.” He promised “tremendous peace talks” at a Raising Cane’s, insisting extra toast and sauce were “essential diplomatic tools.”

LSU Hires Ed Orgeron as Head of Tailgate Security, Contract Includes Furnished Condo Near Sorority Row

LSU hires Ed Orgeron as Head of Tailgate Security, complete with a campus apartment near Sorority Row and full control over gameday cooler logistics.

LSU to Add Gunfire and Police Siren Sound Effects to Future Hype Playlist So Nobody Notices the Real Ones

LSU officials say the new “realistic” game-day playlist, complete with sirens and gunfire, will help fans stop panicking when they hear the real thing near the North Gates.

Councilman Says His Revitalization Plan Will Make Plank Road The Next Siegen Lane, Residents Say ‘Nah, We’re Good’

Locals say they don’t need another Siegen Lane, they just want one place to eat without having to look over their shoulder.

Seven LSU Anti-MAGA Protesters Detained, Parents Furious They Had to Miss Bingo Night to Come Pick Them Up

Seven LSU students were detained during a small anti-MAGA protest Wednesday, but the loudest complaints came from parents who had to leave bingo night early to pick them up.

DOTD to Install Wi-fi on Mississippi River Bridge So Commuters Can Stream Netflix While Stuck in Traffic

The DOTD has announced free Wi-Fi for the Mississippi River Bridge, admitting traffic won’t improve but commuters will at least be able to binge their favorite shows while waiting.

Governor Deploys National Guard to Baton Rouge, Orders Immediate Impound of All Altimas With Texas Plates

Governor Jeff Landry announced plans to deploy 1,000 National Guard troops in Baton Rouge, not for crime or disaster relief, but to seize every Nissan Altima with Texas plates. Officials say the crackdown could soon expand to Dodge Chargers and Camaros.

$20M Baton Rouge Airport Taxiway Stalled by $19M Nutria Relocation Study

Baton Rouge Metro Airport’s taxiway expansion has been grounded, not by planes, but by nutria. EPA announced a $19 million study to determine the best way to relocate the rodents before any construction begins, delaying progress before the project even starts.

East Baton Rouge Truancy Meeting Cancelled After More Than Half of School Board Skips It

An East Baton Rouge truancy meeting meant to tackle student absences was canceled after more than half the school board failed to show up. Parents joked it was the most on-theme lesson plan yet: a meeting about truancy derailed by adult truancy.

EBRSO Chase on Siegen Ends in Collision, Nearby Encampments Add “Free Entertainment” to Neighborhood Perks

A high-speed chase ended on Siegen Lane with a crash into a deputy, but nearby encampments saw it as an upgrade. Residents called it “free entertainment,” branding the chaos as just another perk of life along Baton Rouge’s busiest stretch of highway.

Coach Kelly Admits Viral Outburst Fueled by Anticipation of Sadvocate Memes After Florida Performance

Brian Kelly admitted his postgame outburst wasn’t about referees or reporters, it was about bracing for The Sadvocate’s inevitable meme flood after LSU’s offense sputtered against Florida. “I wasn’t mad at the game,” Kelly explained. “I was mad at what was coming.”

DA Declares Highland Food Mart a Nuisance But Still Much Safer Than Siegen Lane at Night

Hillar Moore’s crackdown on a Highland gas station drew laughs when he noted the store, despite its sketchy reputation, remains less dangerous than Siegen Lane. Residents say they’d rather gamble with the Food Mart’s parking lot dice game than turn left onto Siegen.

Baton Rouge Hopes Efficiency Officer Can Turn 6-Month Trash Complaints Into 4-Month Trash Complaints

Baton Rouge has created a Chief Efficiency Officer role, promising faster service delivery. Leaders say if trash complaints drop from six months to four, that’s progress. Residents aren’t so sure, they’re still waiting on responses from 2017

Baton Rouge Suspect Earns Platinum Status in State’s “Early Release Club”

Louisiana’s justice system is celebrating consistency, granting “Platinum Status” to a Baton Rouge man accused of raping a 4-year-old girl, just weeks after his latest release. With a rap sheet that reads like a phone book, officials say he’s a “valued repeat customer.”

City Rolls Out Curfew: Late-Night Taco Bell Runs Now Classified as Felonies

Baton Rouge’s new curfew outlaws late-night Taco Bell cravings, classifying Crunchwrap runs after 10 p.m. as felonies. City leaders say it’s about crime prevention; teenagers say it’s about depriving them of nacho fries and questionable life choices.

BREC Calls $30K in Missing Equipment An Investment in Baton Rouge’s Thriving Pawn Shop Industry

An audit may have flagged $30,000 in missing equipment, but BREC insists the items aren’t lost, they’ve simply been “reinvested” into Baton Rouge pawn shops. According to officials, every mower and treadmill sold secondhand is proof of the agency’s commitment to “local economic development.”

Experts Debate if 19th JDC in Baton Rouge is a Court of Law or the Set of a Sitcom

Baton Rouge’s 19th JDC courthouse is less a temple of justice and more a live sitcom set. With attorneys stacking up contempt charges like frequent flyer miles, experts now wonder if the court should hire writers or simply sell tickets to the public.

Judge Gives Boosie Choice: Two Years in Prison or Move Back to Baton Rouge

A California judge shocked the courtroom by giving rapper Boosie a stark choice: serve two years in prison or move back to Baton Rouge. Observers noted Boosie appeared more rattled by the thought of Florida Boulevard traffic than federal lockup.

Sherwood Forest Sidewalk Expansion Increases Stolen Shopping Cart Capacity From 1 to 2 Wide

South Sherwood Forest’s long-awaited upgrades are finally complete, and city officials couldn’t be prouder. While they advertised safer commutes for drivers, locals say the real winners are the stolen shopping carts now cruising two-wide across the new sidewalks.

BR Officials to Launch Program Called “Parenting,” Refer to it as Curfew Enforcement

Baton Rouge’s new curfew, dubbed a “groundbreaking parenting program,” has sparked both eye-rolls and debate. Proponents say the policy will curb truancy, while critics argue it only proves city leaders think bedtime is cheaper than fixing schools.

Criminals Refuse to Commit Crimes in East Baton Rouge Until Parish Prison Conditions Improve

East Baton Rouge’s criminal community has declared a boycott of local crime, refusing to risk Parish Prison until conditions improve. Offenders say they’ll relocate their “work” to neighboring parishes, sparking concern from 19th JDC judges who suddenly find themselves short on violent criminals to release.

Entergy Partners With Meta for Power; Will Add $4.99 Surcharge Per Facebook Friend Request to Customer Bills

Louisiana residents may soon pay $4.99 every time they accept or send a Facebook friend request. Entergy announced the new fee as part of its deal to power Meta’s data center, describing the charge as vital to “emotional bandwidth recovery” and “keeping tech billionaires comfortable.”

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