Good morning, Baton Rouge.

After a 64% millage approval, EBR Parish Library officials announced plans to renovate several locations to boost community access to new resources — the upgrades will improve local library services.

A Baton Rouge judge granted Jeremy Baker visitation rights with his son Tripp — born from a donated embryo — in a custody battle with Krystle Lowe, who has sole custody per last year's ruling; a hearing is set for Tuesday morning as the case highlights the lack of state law for such issues.

North Baton Rouge’s planned grocery store is on hold after Gov. Jeff Landry vetoed $18M in state funds last week.

Developer Richard Preis and Metro Councilman Anthony Kenney are working with state Sen. Regina Barrow to seek alternative funding solutions.

In Baton Rouge, the 2026 Best of 225 Awards for food and drink honored local eateries – Elsie’s Plate and Pie took best overall restaurant and Court to Table won best new restaurant while other venues earned recognition across dining categories.

Capital Region communities mark America's 250th with a series of family-friendly events, including parades in Kenilworth and fireworks over the Mississippi.

Celebrations run from June 25 in Gonzales through July 4 in Baton Rouge and Port Allen, featuring live music, food vendors, and local culture.

Energy giant Air Products scrapped its clean hydrogen plant in Ascension Parish to trap carbon under Lake Maurepas after local pushback, rising costs + tax credit cuts.

The decision cost nearly $3 billion and ends a major clean energy project in the region.

Baton Rouge’s BUILD program by Mid City Redevelopment Alliance offers teens a chance to learn woodworking this summer to build new skills and stay focused; the program (which partners with local schools) still has slots open for interested students.

Several Ascension Parish students earned spots on the University of Mississippi spring honor roll lists.

Olivia Hamilton of Prairieville joined the chancellor's honor roll after earning a semester GPA of 3.75 to 4.00, while Brooklyn Hoffmann, Avery Landry, Gavin Laird and McKinley Heggelund made the dean's list with GPAs between 3.50 to 3.74.

Omari Nunes from Zachary received the Lionel University Bachelor's Degree Scholarship for his commitment to exercise science — the award provides up to $2,500 in tuition support.

The University of Alabama recognized 14,306 students in Spring 2026 for academic excellence, including several from local communities—Denham Springs, Hammond, and Ponchatoula—from the dean's and president's lists.

Their GPAs were 3.5 or above and 4.0, respectively.

The EBR Parish Library millage passed with 64% voter support today as library officials prepare to continue offering essential resources to local residents — a move set to expand community services.

FMOL Health will host a summer asthma camp for children from Monday, Jul.

6 to Friday, Jul. 10. The camp will offer outdoor fun and hands-on support from asthma educators, nurses, respiratory therapists (providing peer support and engaging activities).

Companion Animal Alliance resumed dog adoptions on Tuesday after closing due to a canine distemper outbreak identified on Friday, June 19.

The shelter followed expert cleaning measures to ensure safety, and dogs testing negative were available with the weekly $10 adoption special.

Austin Meade Concert

7:00-10:30 p.m. — Texas Club — Ticket purchase required — Enjoy an electrifying night with live music by Austin Meade at the Texas Club.

Jerry Seinfeld Live

8-11 p.m. — Raising Cane's River Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of laughter with the comedy legend Jerry Seinfeld.

Red Stick Speed Dating Event

6:30-8:30 p.m. — TBR Books & Tea — $25 — Experience a fun and engaging opportunity to meet new people in Baton Rouge.