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Thursday, June 26th, 2025
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Good morning, Baton Rouge. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of June.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Crews are working to remove a semi-truck that caught fire near milepost 218 on I-10 eastbound at Bonnet Carré Spillway— the truck caught fire Tuesday night around 9:30 p.m.— and drivers are advised to use U.S. 61 for alternate routes. WBRZ
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Four days after a deadly shooting outside an after-hours club on Choctaw Drive left 25-year-old Prenesha Wagner dead and five others injured on Sunday morning, police have released all detained suspects while processing over 160 shell casings and seizing six guns — as the investigation continues. WBRZ
- ➤ Paris Haynes, a former Louisiana Workforce Commission customer service representative, pleaded guilty Wednesday in U.S. District Court after changing 40 inactive unemployment accounts to redirect $200,000 in federal COVID aid—she faces up to 30 years in prison and a $1 million fine pending sentencing. The Advocate
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Southern University's College of Humanities and Interdisciplinary Studies will offer a new bachelor's degree in digital media arts starting this fall—students will choose from five concentration areas, such as digital screen arts production and recording arts, while taking courses like Digital Storytelling and Digital Video Editing. The program is a joint effort by the Department of Visual and Performing Arts and the Department of Mass Communication, and students must meet with an academic advisor before enrolling. WBRZ
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ LifeShare Blood Center is hosting its Be a Summer Lifesaver event from June 25 to June 28 where donors receive a limited-edition t-shirt (and an exclusive insulated tumbler). WAFB 9
- ➤ Parents will attend Black Joy: A Maternal Wellness Celebration at the YWCA Empowerment Center on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.—the event offers workshops, panel discussions and activities focused on self-care, mental health and community support to help Black mothers and caregivers navigate before, during and after pregnancy. WBRZ
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ LSU baseball fans cheered as the Tigers won their eighth College World Series title. The victory brought excitement to local supporters who celebrated the achievement. WAFB 9
- ➤ LSU baseball players and coach joined Todd Graves at Raising Cane’s on June 25th to celebrate their College World Series win by selling chicken for one hour near campus — a celebration that followed past traditions. The team later honored their win with a homecoming event at Alex Box Stadium at 8 p.m. WBRZ
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Baton Rouge 4th of July Celebration
4-10 p.m. — Kenilworth Science and Technology Academy — Free entry — Experience a festive mix of live music, dining, and a spectacular fireworks show as Baton Rouge celebrates Independence Day.
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Direct From Sweden - The Music of ABBA
8:00-9:30 p.m. — L'Auberge Casino & Hotel Baton Rouge — Check website for price — Experience the vibrant music of ABBA performed live from Sweden.
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Murder Mystery Dinner Show
6-9 p.m. — Holiday Inn Baton Rouge College Drive I-10 — Tickets starting at $61.99 — Unravel a comedic mystery while enjoying a delicious dinner.
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The Petty Things with The Sharp Sisters
8-11 p.m. — Chelsea's Live — Tickets starting at $22.85 — Enjoy an evening of live music featuring The Petty Things and The Sharp Sisters.
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Emo Night at Chelsea's Live
7:00 p.m. — Chelsea's Live — Tickets start at $12.05 — Experience a night filled with nostalgic emo tunes and good vibes in Baton Rouge.
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