The Latest Breaking News from Baton Rouge

Louisiana Woman Accused of Using Fake Social Security Numbers to Collect Nearly $45K From 18 Casino Jackpots

Shamika Brown was arrested at a Baton Rouge casino after allegedly returning nearly two years later to claim a $1,264 jackpot linked to false ID claims.

International Business Times UK · Sep 24

Predicting Where ESPN’s ‘College GameDay’ Will Head for Each Week of 2026 Football Season

ESPN’s barnstorming college football show will begin its season in Baton Rouge for Lane Kiffin’s LSU debut. Here are Sports Illustrated’s predictions for where it will travel every week this fall.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 24

Baton Rouge Woman, 31, Wanted for Hiding 15-Year-Old Boyfriend Who Shot Her in the Face Across State Lines

A Louisiana woman, shot by a 15-year-old, is charged as an accessory after allegedly protecting him. The case highlights the unusual dynamic between the victim and her alleged attacker.

International Business Times UK · Aug 3

‘Social media comedian’ arrested after alleged safe burglary, identified because of ‘distinctive walk’

Just $200 was taken, but Dejontay Wings could be facing years behind bars.

We Got This Covered · Jun 9

Louisiana senate passes bill to eliminate one of two majority-Black congressional districts

If state’s house passes bill, redrawn map could could give state Republicans a 5-1 congressional majority

The Guardian - US · May 14

Teen arrested in Louisiana shooting got ride from scene from grandmother

No indication grandmother knew what Markel Lee, 17, was suspected of doing, and she later identified him to police

The Guardian - US · Apr 26

Louisiana’s week of bloodshed continues as gunfire erupts in Baton Rouge mall, sending families scrambling for cover

Louisiana is reeling after another devastating shooting, this time at the Mall of Louisiana in Baton Rouge, where gunfire erupted between two groups and left one person dead and five injured. The violence unfolded just after 1 p.m. on April 23, 2026, near the food court, sending shoppers and families…

The Mary Sue · Apr 24

One killed, five injured in shooting at Mall of Louisiana food court

A shooting at the Mall of Louisiana in Baton Rouge has claimed one life and injured five. The incident occurred in the food court following a confrontation between two groups. Police have taken five individuals into custody and confirmed there is no ongoing threat. Shoppers and employees scrambled for safety…

The Times of India · Apr 24

Exchange of gunfire inside Mall of Louisiana leaves 1 person dead and 5 wounded

Police say one person died and five more were wounded after a shooting inside the food court at the Mall of Louisiana in Baton Rouge

The Independent UK · Apr 23

Mall of Louisiana Shooting Update: 10 People Injured in Targeted Attack, Suspects at Large

A shooting at the Mall of Louisiana in Baton Rouge injured 10 people after an argument between two groups escalated. Police are searching for suspects, and the attack is believed to be targeted.

International Business Times UK · Apr 23