Good morning, Baton Rouge.

Spectrum launched its services in Baton Rouge Wednesday following its merger with Cox.

Former Cox customers now have access to new connectivity options as the company plans to bring customer service back to the U.S. over the next 18 months.

Louisiana Economic Development announced a $50 million funding round for development-ready projects; applications open Oct.

1 and close Dec. 1, and projects must start construction within nine months with results revealed in early 2027. A web seminar is scheduled Friday at 1 p.m. to guide potential applicants.

Residents may sign up for a new library card during National Library Card Sign-Up Month at the renovated Scotlandville Library, featuring 24,000 sqft of modern technology.

The library operates Monday–Thursday 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday to Saturday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sunday 2 to 6 p.m.

LSU professors and the University of Rhode Island lead EcoCARE, a coastal wetland restoration project using AI to create prediction models and simulation tools.

The initiative, funded by NSF, aims to help local agencies and community members plan future restoration efforts.

A $1M winning Powerball ticket bought this spring at Circle K on Jones Creek Road remains unclaimed and will expire (Oct.

26); the drawing was held April 29 and if not claimed the prize will move to the Lottery's unclaimed fund, marking one of four such tickets statewide.

The Jaguars will face Louisiana Christian in their final non-conference matchup as Coach Faulk urged the team to focus on improvement before the game.

Madison Prep freshman quarterback Jacobe Shannon Jr. threw four touchdowns in the Chargers' 38-21 win over U-High, marking the first freshman start since 2018.

Head coach Landry Williams praised his talent (noting the team's quick protection) and determination throughout the game.

LSU's Sylvia Fowles (a three-time Olympic gold medalist) will become the second female athlete honored with a campus statue outside the Pete Maravich Assembly Center as the university announced the tribute Wednesday.

An Ole Miss fan & commercial pilot Joshua Gregory flew his plane over Opelousas and Baton Rouge to spell out 'Come to the Sip' ahead of Saturday's LSU game, adding rivalry buzz among local sports fans.

A Louisiana appellate court sided with 32 college players seeking a fifth year of eligibility from the NCAA and SEC on Monday, Sept.

14. The ruling honors athletes (including former Ole Miss players) who attended summer NFL training camps.