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The Baton Rouge Weekly Press (BR.WEEKLYPRESS) is the number one minority newspaper in The Greater Baton Rouge area and has served the public for over 40 years.

20 hours ago · BATON ROUGE, La. — In a groundbreaking proposal that promises to reshape the future of Baton Rouge, Mayor-President Sid Edwards is rolling out a sweeping plan aimed at boosting public safety, revitalizing the local economy, and delivering tax relief to city residents.

20 hours ago · Louisiana voters will decide on a critical amendment on March 29 that could send minors as young as 15 to adult prisons for a wider range of crimes, including fentanyl distribution and robbery without a weapon. The referendum has raised concerns about its potential to disproportionately affect ...

Jan 12, 2025 · Baton Rouge local news covers various events and issues affecting the community, including crime reports, city council decisions, educational developments, and weather updates. It also highlights cultural events, business news, and sports activities, offering residents insights into daily life and important happenings within the city and surrounding areas. Local news sources aim to keep the ...

Jan 28, 2025 · BATON ROUGE, La. — The tragic killing of D’Shawn Brown, the 22-year-old grandson of state representative and community leader C. Denise Marcelle has brought the devastating impact of gun violence in Baton Rouge to her doorstep. Brown was fatally shot on January 20 in the parking lot of a ...

STATE. Louisiana House Committee Advances New 4.5% Tax on Streaming Services Amid Concerns Over Digital Access. NEW ORLEANS — Louisiana is moving closer to adding a 4.5% tax on digital streaming services like Netflix and Disney+, following a vote Monday by a House committee to advance the proposal to the full House.

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About "Providing excellent service for over 40 years." With over four decades of dedicated service, The Baton Rouge Weekly Press stands as the premier minority newspaper in the Greater Baton Rouge area, catering to the public for more than 40 years.

Jan 23, 2025 · Justice John Michael Guidry Sworn In as Louisiana Supreme Court Associate Justice. Effective January 1, 2025, Justice John Michael Guidry made history as the fourth African American to serve on the Louisiana Supreme Court in its 211-year legacy, marking a pivotal moment for diversity and progress in the state’s judiciary.