Waze Adds “Shootings Along Your Route” Notices for Baton Rouge Commuters After Violent Weekend
Waze users noted the notices rarely change destinations, only routes, reflecting how quickly abnormal conditions have become part of everyday decision-making.
Judge Evicts Store Owner From Highland Road Property, Clarifies Criminal Activity Welcome to Continue
A judge has officially shut down the store but not the scene, removing the owner while leaving everything else exactly where it’s always been.
In Lieu of Raises, City-Parish Authorizes BRPD to Deliver for DoorDash and UberEats in Patrol Vehicles
City leaders insist the SIDE HUSTLE UNIT will “boost retention,” but officers argue that when a department relies on gig-app deliveries to keep paychecks afloat, retention might not be the core issue anymore.
Ponchatoula to Rename Festival ‘The Running of the Strawberries’ in Honor of Annual Chaos
In a move equal parts celebration and crisis management, Ponchatoula has officially renamed its beloved Strawberry Festival to The Running of the Strawberries—honoring the cherished local tradition of dodging both funnel cake grease and flying fists.
DOTD: Bridge Damage Not a Problem, Unless You’re One of Those ‘Wants-to-Survive’ Types
While thousands cross the Mississippi River Bridge daily, DOTD says there’s no cause for concern—unless you’re one of those high-maintenance types who prefers structural integrity and bridges that don’t resemble aging drywall.
BRPD: No Shootings, Carjackings, or Pedestrians Struck in 24 Hours
BRPD Chief TJ Morse confirmed that no major incidents involving gunfire, stolen vehicles, or pedestrian injuries occurred citywide in the past 24 hours—a development officials cautiously called “unusual but welcome.”
Louisiana Adds Bridge Collapse Simulator to Driver’s Ed Curriculum Amid Recent Bridge Condition Report
Following a report warning that eight Louisiana bridges are at risk of collapse, DOTD is preparing young drivers with a new Bridge Collapse Simulator featuring freefall training, panic management, and a bonus round where students write their own obituary.
Baton Rouge Officials Declare Victory as Only Half of Parade-Goers Had Their Cars Broken Into This Year
Baton Rouge officials are celebrating progress after this year’s Mardi Gras parade saw “only” half of attendees’ cars broken into. Police credit the improvement to a new strategy: hoping for the best.