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Sunday, December 22nd, 2024
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Good morning, Baton Rouge. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 22nd of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The C.B. Pennington Jr. YMCA in Baton Rouge will permanently close on February 1, 2025, due to financial challenges, despite efforts to raise funds and cut costs. WBRZ
ACCIDENTS NEWS
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ In Baton Rouge, a late-night police pursuit of a stolen vehicle resulted in one arrest after officers were fired upon; no injuries were reported. WVLA
- ➤ In Baton Rouge, Jared Barber, 31, was detained for carrying suspected drugs post a motorcycle-car collision on Government Street, facing distribution and traffic charges. WBRZ
- ➤ In Baton Rouge, 19-year-old Roger Parker, linked to the Thanksgiving day murder of 8-year-old Diellon Daniels, is also connected to several other unsolved shootings. WBRZ
- ➤ Baton Rouge Patrol officers were fired upon while chasing a stolen vehicle, with no injuries reported and no arrests made. WBRZ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Louisiana will see new laws on unemployment, THC, seafood safety, and more, effective Jan. 1, including regulations on noncompete clauses for physicians and enhancing seafood product transparency. WBRZ
- ➤ Louisiana's Gov. Jeff Landry and Attorney General Liz Murrill vow to contest a Department of Justice lawsuit claiming the state improperly detains prisoners beyond their sentences. WBRZ
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John Morgan Live Comedy Show in Baton Rouge
John Morgan, a comedian, will perform a live show at the Texas Club in Baton Rouge.
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Parish County Line Concert
Experience a live performance by Parish County Line at Texas Club in Baton Rouge.
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Farmhouse Frosty Art Class
An all-ages painting class led by instructor Edie Sanders, allowing participants to bring their own food and drinks while creating artwork in a friendly environment.
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New Year's Eve Celebration with Werewolf - 80's Cover Band
Celebrate New Year's Eve at L'Auberge Casino & Hotel with live music from the legendary 80's cover band Werewolf and an open bar.
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Real Estate Meetup: Lessons Learned in 2024
A networking event for real estate investors and service providers in Baton Rouge, featuring education and insights from experienced professionals.
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That 1 Mailman Live Show
Enjoy a night of comedy featuring the popular social media persona 'That 1 Mailman' alongside friends at The Silly Rabbit Comedy Club.
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