Good morning, Baton Rouge.

The A.C. Lewis YMCA reopened on Monday, April 28 at 350 South Foster Drive after nearly two years of renovation and now features a six lane lap pool, gym, teen center, sauna, steam room, hot tub, and indoor walking track.

Troopers with Louisiana State Police investigated a crash that temporarily closed Highway 16 on April 28—emergency officials responded during the morning hours.

The EBRSO responded just before 6:50 p.m. on April 27 to a call about a man found dead in a backyard on Kilona Drive— the coroner’s office arrived around 7 p.m. and is working to notify the victim’s family as the homicide investigation continues.

Employ BR will host its 2025 Regional Job Fair at the Raising Cane’s River Center ballroom on April 30 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., and veterans + people with disabilities will be admitted at 9 a.m. to attend the free event featuring several established local companies.

Baton Rouge Mayor Sid Edwards said he voted yes for DA Hillar Moore's property tax to add needed funds for public safety and support the prosecutor's budget.

The tax will appear on voters' ballots this Saturday at a cost of about $5 a month + it is expected to raise roughly $24 million for the DA’s office while allowing some funds to support the public defender’s office.

LSU left fielder Derek Curiel was named the Southeastern Conference Freshman of the Week after his strong weekend against Tennessee—he hit .417 with two doubles, a homer, three runs and six RBIs.

The freshman led the Tigers to a series win and now holds a team-high .373 average this season.

American Aquarium Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — Chelsea's Live — Ticket info available — Enjoy the honest voice of country music from American Aquarium.

EXHORDER Live Performance

8:00 – 9:30 PM — Chelsea's Live — Tickets from $20.00 — Experience the intense energy of Exhorder as they rock Baton Rouge.

So Good: The Neil Diamond Experience

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Manship Theatre — Tickets available — Experience an unforgettable tribute to Neil Diamond with over 24 classic hit songs.

Vincent Neil Emerson Live Performance

9:00-10:30 p.m. — Chelsea's Live — Cost TBA — Experience the acclaimed singer-songwriter blend Americana, country, and rock n roll in an engaging live setting.

4th Annual Miles2Moms Event

7:30-11:30 a.m. — North Boulevard Town Square — Free entry with registration — Celebrate maternal mental health through a fun 2-mile walk/run with family and friends.

Disney On Ice: Let's Dance!

11 a.m. — Raising Cane's River Center — Ticketed event — Experience a magical remix of Disney tunes with Mickey and friends on ice.

2025 Pan American Masters Weightlifting Championships

May 14-18 — Crowne Plaza Executive Center Baton Rouge by IHG — Early registration $149 — Witness an exciting competition featuring master lifters from across the Americas.