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Baton Rouge
Sunday, May 10th, 2026
Good morning, Baton Rouge. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 10th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Rita Campbell of Baton Rouge has long battled backyard flooding and filed repeat complaints about drainage issues, yet the problem remains unresolved. She continues to hope for a lasting fix to the water challenges in her yard. WAFB 9
- ➤ Families and students lined streets in Denham Springs last Saturday to honor beloved crossing guard Katy Wells, who died after being struck near an elementary school; her funeral was held at Hebron Baptist Church. WBRZ
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Voters will decide on May 16 if St. George will separate from the East Baton Rouge Parish School System to form its own school district serving 5,800 students and affecting local employee assignments, taxes, and services, with a transition planned by the 2027 school year. WBRZ
- ➤ Starting this fall, LSU will offer a bachelor's degree in artificial intelligence—the first in the state—through its College of Engineering. The program includes courses in computer science, mathematics, and AI ethics to prepare future engineers for cutting-edge challenges. WBRZ
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Residents across East Baton Rouge Parish safely disposed of household hazardous items last Saturday at the Spring 2026 Collection Day — a free event aimed at protecting the environment, as noted by Mayor-President Sid Edwards. WBRZ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Heavy rains have flooded roads in Baton Rouge, and the fire department rescued 15 people on Friday amid a flash flood warning—AAA and first responders urge drivers to avoid flooded areas since even six inches of water can make a vehicle lose control. WBRZ
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Metro Health held its 13th annual Red Wig Walk on Saturday at AZ Young Park to raise awareness for HIV prevention, treatment, and support in Baton Rouge. The event featured live music, giveaways, and educational resources to help reduce transmission in the community. WBRZ
- ➤ NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) is offering mental health resources during Mental Health Awareness Month to help residents access support across Louisiana. WAFB 9
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ LSU Golf Course closed its doors to the public on Saturday, May 9; crews are now removing equipment to prep the site for a shutdown on June 30 (the property's future use remains undecided) as LSU supports employees during the transition. WBRZ
- ➤ Over 1,060 homes were sold in East Baton Rouge Parish (GBRAR data) in early 2026, showing a steady start despite high insurance costs and taxes that affect affordability. Local agents expect the market to remain balanced as price adjustments and new listings keep activity high. The Advocate
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ LSU baseball lost 13 to 8 to Georgia in Athens, leaving the Tigers 9 to 17 in SEC play + they will try to avoid a series sweep at 2:00 p.m. CT today. WBRZ
- ➤ Catholic boys clinched the 5A title at the 2026 LHSAA Outdoor Track and Field State Meet in Baton Rouge as they overcame indoor delays from bad weather and won relay and field events; Jack Torrence and John Overton led with strong shot put and pole vault wins. WBRZ
- ➤ Southern softball lost 2-1 in the SWAC Championship final during their hard-fought season, falling to Florida A&M after four elimination wins. The Lady Jags finished with a 37-15 record and 18-6 in conference play, missing their first title since 2003 — marking one of their best seasons ever. WBRZ
- ➤ LSU women's tennis upset No. 7 Virginia 4 to 1 in the Super Regionals, advancing to the NCAA Quarterfinals for its second Elite Eight appearance. The Tigers improved to a 22 to 9 record + will face No. 1 Auburn next week in Athens. WBRZ
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Dance With The Dead & Magic Sword
7-11 p.m. — Chelsea's Live — $ — Enjoy an unforgettable night of synthwave sounds as both bands deliver epic performances.
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Vincent Herring's Something Else Jazz Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Manship Theatre — Starting at $56 — Experience the high-energy soul jazz sounds from acclaimed alto saxophonist Vincent Herring and his supergroup, Something Else!
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Gonzales Jambalaya Festival
May 21-24 — Lamar Dixon Expo Center — Cost varies — Experience four days of wood-fired Louisiana heritage featuring delicious jambalaya and lively festivities.
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Post Malone & Jelly Roll Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Tiger Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Experience genre-bending performances from Post Malone and Jelly Roll in an electrifying show.
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OAL Annual Convention - Baton Rouge
All day — Crowne Plaza Executive Center — Registration required — Engage in valuable discussions and networking during this annual convention for the Optometry Association of Louisiana.
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Capital City Blues Extravaganza featuring Tucka
7:30-9 p.m. — Raising Cane's River Center — Ticket information TBA — An unforgettable night of blues and soul awaits in Baton Rouge.
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