Good morning, Baton Rouge.

On May 10, more than 75 volunteers cleaned up a homeless encampment at Industriplex Park by removing hundreds of pounds of needles, mattresses & shopping carts from a site that has troubled locals for years.

BREC supplied heavy machinery for the three-hour cleanup as officials plan to post new park rules and consider barriers to help keep the area safe.

A judge declared accused serial killer Ryan Joseph Sharpe mentally fit for trial after two doctors evaluated him Tuesday - his trial for Carroll Breeden Sr.'s murder is set to resume November 17 in East Baton Rouge Parish.

Police apprehended escaped inmate Corey Boyd, 19, on Tuesday May 20 on the 1400 block of Iberville Street at around 7:30 p.m. after FBI agents tracked him down & he will be booked into a secure state facility on simple escape charges while five other inmates remain at large.

Deputies said 22-year-old mother Kayelyn Ford, who had a restraining order against her ex Brandon Bell following an April attack, was fatally shot Monday when Bell ambushed her as she left her apartment after calling 911—raising questions about the effectiveness of legal protections.

Historians say that a fire nearly a week ago at Nottoway Plantation has led to talks about its past and the legacy of slavery.

The plantation was built in 1859 and once belonged to John Randolph, who used many enslaved people to run his sugar cane fields—prompting new conversations about history.

East Baton Rouge Parish School System superintendent LaMont Cole said in a letter sent Monday that students should finish their current schools until they complete the highest grade offered—he noted the district will first prioritize local families for magnet programs before also allowing enrollment from areas like Zachary, Central, and Baker.

Advocates called on Tuesday, May 20 to boost state funding for early childhood education to help children keep their childcare seats and allow parents to work.

The Ready Louisiana Coalition asked the legislature to invest at least $87.8 million in the Child Care Assistance Program in the upcoming budget.

Baton Rouge Rehab Hospital has opened a specialized brain injury unit—located on United Plaza Boulevard—to provide focused care for brain injury patients.

Hospital officials say the new unit is designed to improve treatment and recovery outcomes.

Southern University students made a film called The Hidden Sport that won a $40,000 grant at the Sports Emmy ceremony on May 20.

The documentary explored the legacy of the Human Jukebox & held sold-out screenings here in Baton Rouge.

Strength and Speed: 8th and 9th Grade Baseball Training

12 PM - 1 PM — Catholic High School — Must participate in Metro League for tryout eligibility — Enhance athletic skills with focused strength and conditioning training for aspiring CHS baseball players.

Metro League Baseball Tryouts

2-4 p.m. — Catholic High School — Required participation for prospective CHS Baseball team members — Organized league play for 7th-9th graders aiming for the upcoming school year's team.

2025 Elite Camp #1

10 a.m. – 2 p.m. — LSU Football Operations Center — Cost not specified — Enhance your athletic skills at this comprehensive camp for high school students.

Taj Farrant's Chapter One Tour

9:00 – 10:30 PM — Chelsea's Live — Tickets available — Experience the debut album tour of young Australian guitarist Taj Farrant showcasing his unique sound.

Women Veterans Symposium

10 a.m. – 2 p.m. — American Legion Post 381 — Free entry — Celebrate and connect with women veterans through empowerment, education, and networking.

Denim & Boots: Rodeo Edition

6-11 p.m. — Rev Center — Tickets available on Eventbrite — Celebrate Father's Day with live performances from King George and friends at this rodeo-themed event.

Jovin Webb Performance

Time TBA — Red Stick Social — Cost TBA — Experience the soulful rock tunes of Gonzales native and former American Idol contestant Jovin Webb at Laid Back Brunch.

Wrestling Camp 9001

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM — Catholic High School — $200.00 — Learn the fundamental skills of wrestling through interactive drills and games.

Rockshow NOLA: The Ultimate Tribute to Styx and Foreigner

8-11 p.m. — L'Auberge Casino & Hotel Baton Rouge — Cost info unavailable — Experience an electrifying tribute to two legendary rock bands in an exciting venue.