Good morning, Baton Rouge.

Baton Rouge Police said a shooting at a McDonald's after a verbal fight turned physical around 1 p.m. Saturday on South Sherwood Forest Boulevard left one male injured and in stable condition at a hospital—officials say the suspect fled before police arrived and the incident is under investigation.

Addis' rising star John Foster will debut at The Grand Ole Opry on Saturday, June 7 as part of the historic venue's 100th anniversary and join Opry members Bill Anderson, Old Crow Medicine Show and Mark Willis—he announced his debut on social media after playing with Craig Morgan—fulfilling a lifelong dream.

Seven young cooks ages 12 to 17 competed Saturday at Gonzales Jambalaya Festival’s inaugural junior jambalaya contest held at the Lamar-Dixon Expo Center—each given three hours to prepare 5 pounds of rice, 3 pounds of sausage, and 7 pounds of pork using propane burners.

Jayden White, 14, an incoming freshman at St. Amant High, won the contest—demonstrating his own cooking style passed down from family tradition.

Kasper Eriksen—a 31-year-old Danish father who has lived here for 12 years—was detained by ICE during his citizenship interview after he missed filing Form I-751, and he now remains in Louisiana’s LaSalle Detention Center with no court date set.

Gov. Jeff Landry signed an executive order to improve jail safety after 10 Orleans Parish inmates escaped, ordering inmate transfers, audits, and better court record keeping.

The DOJ ended its investigation into state police use of force, and a new 118,000-square-foot crime lab that will help solve over 11,000 unsolved murder cases is set to be built by 2026 as lawmakers reviewed the state’s COVID response.

LSU baseball is hosting an NCAA Baseball Regional at Alex Box Stadium, Skip Bertman Field — the four-team, double-elimination contest begins Friday.

Teams, game times, and matchups will be announced after the selection show today at 11 a.m.

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.

St Gabriel Firefly Under the Moon Market

4pm-8pm “St. Gabriel’s Firefly Under the Moon Market is a magical evening event held monthly at Chatsworth Plantation. Enjoy live music, handcrafted goods, kids’ activities, local food, drinks, and the nostalgic charm of the Corner Store—all under the glow of fireflies.”