Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 11th of June.
Good morning, Baton Rouge.
Brynnen Murphy pleaded guilty to manslaughter and feticide for killing his pregnant girlfriend and throwing her 2-year-old son off a bridge, and he was sentenced to 95 years in prison—marking a severe sentence in a shocking case.
Officers with the Baton Rouge Police Department worked with the FBI and ATF from May and on Monday raided two residences on the 8000 block of Jefferson Highway and the 1400 block of Gwen Drive—arresting Jaquael Robinson and two accomplices while seizing seven firearms and over 60 grams of fentanyl.
Baton Rouge police arrested a 19-year-old on Tuesday in connection to the fatal shooting of 28-year-old Davanta Mathews on May 18, 2023 near a student housing complex on Highland Road & he was booked for first-degree murder after detectives linked him to the case.
A bill renaming a part of Airline Highway after officers killed in a 2016 ambush passed and was signed by the governor on June 10.
The law will take effect August 1—new signs will be installed to honor Sergeant Nick Tullier, Deputy Brad Garafola and Officers Montrell Jackson and Matthew Gerald.
LSU students Victoria Irondi, Nnamdi Dike, and Trevor Perrault are honored for their capstone project (a car seat alert system that uses pressure sensors to detect when a child remains in a vehicle) as Louisiana reported its first pediatric heat-related car death of the year.
They will develop the system further for public use (aiming to prevent future tragedies caused by extreme vehicle heat).
Hanna Straltsova won the Louisiana Night Jam women's event on June 7 at TriLakes in Zachary—she jumped 177 feet in the finals—and defended her 2024 title.
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.”
Open House at Lexington Park
2-4 p.m. — 14059 Arbor Grove Dr, Baton Rouge, LA — Free entry — Explore a beautifully maintained home in one of Baton Rouge's charming communities with stylish interiors and convenient amenities.
iTREP Biomedical Entrepreneurship Program
All week — LSU School of Veterinary Medicine — Travel and lodging covered for selected participants — Dive into biomedical entrepreneurship with interactive workshops and mentorship opportunities.
Louisiana CRAFT: JADAM & Korean Natural Farming
3:30-5:30 p.m. — Baton Roots Community Farm — Free entry — Explore hands-on Korean Natural Farming techniques and take home your own amendments.
In-Person EMDR Basic Training
Multiple days — Baton Rouge, LA — Registration required — Comprehensive EMDR training designed for licensed mental health professionals featuring lectures and supervised practice.
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