Council Approves Emergency Funding for DA While Library Sits on $140M in Case 14 Million Books Are Never Returned
The EBR Metro Council approved $1.35 million in emergency funding for the DA’s office this week, while confirming the parish library’s $140 million reserve must remain untouched in case 14 million books are checked out and never returned.
Metro Council to Offer BRPD Honorary Council Seats, Allowing Officers to Continue Working If Charged Criminally
In an effort to address the police shortage, Metro Council members are considering granting BRPD officers honorary council seats so indictments no longer automatically sideline them from duty.
CATS Spokesman Confirms Indictment Count Has Officially Surpassed Ridership
CATS confirmed the number of former officials under indictment has officially surpassed daily ridership, a milestone officials described as inevitable given years of empty buses and active investigations.
Metro Council Moves to Protect Florida Blvd’s “Natural Trash Distribution System”
Officials warned that a waste facility could interfere with Florida Boulevard’s long-established system of spontaneous debris placement, seasonal flooding, and decades of carefully unplanned garbage redistribution.
East Baton Rouge Metro Council Accused of Violating State Constitution, Requests Copy to See What’s In It
A lawsuit alleges the Metro Council violated the state constitution, prompting members to request a copy to review what’s actually in it.
After Latest Controversy Baton Rouge Councilman Officially Changes Name to Cleve Dunnitagain
Baton Rouge Councilman Cleve Dunn Jr., now officially Cleve Dunnitagain, adds another controversy to his list after a student collapsed at a warehouse he co-leases, raising new questions about safety and oversight.
Baton Rouge Council Feud Escalates as Both Men Demand Resignations, Agree to Settle It at Sonic
After Glasper called for Hurst’s resignation, Hurst countered by demanding Glasper resign instead. With neither budging, the feud escalated to the ultimate Baton Rouge resolution—settling it in a Sonic parking lot.