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Westdale Middle School experienced a partial power outage on Wednesday morning. The East Baton Rouge Parish School System has provided the latest information regarding this event for both students and families.

The City of St. George council approved a next step for the rideshare subsidy. Additionally, officials opened the city's new City Hall and unveiled the renovated council chambers for residents to view.

The LSU Police Department responded to a potential threat on campus on Tuesday evening. Following the incident, one individual was taken into custody regarding an alleged threat.

Authorities have offered a $20,000 reward for any information that leads to a conviction. The reward relates to the illegal shooting of a bald eagle in Louisiana.

Councilman Anthony Kenney Jr. led a workshop titled “Revitalizing the Block.” The event connected residents with information regarding adjudicated properties, redevelopment resources, permits, and grants. These opportunities aim to help bring vacant properties back into use in Baton Rouge.

The Zachary Police Department is asking for help finding a missing 15-year-old girl named Marlin Vanessa Garcia Rodriguez. She was last seen on Wednesday, August 19, wearing black pants and a black shirt.

A juvenile was hospitalized in serious condition following a possible drowning incident. This event occurred in the Long Farm Village neighborhood, with EMS being involved in the situation.

Stress is a universal experience that everyone deals with. However, the ability to manage this stress effectively may not be simple.

In Baker, Louisiana, community leaders and residents gathered for a safety planning event focused on local violence. The effort aims to foster youth engagement through partnerships with organizations like Diontrey Claiborne Stop the Violence Organization and Pivot4Peace.

A proposed $20 million initiative plans to transform the Plank Road corridor. This project has garnered attention, particularly because a business owner stated that investment changed his mind. The area of North Baton Rouge is currently experiencing continued new investment.

St. George plans to offer a new transportation option by subsidizing an Uber rideshare program. However, this city plan has prompted questions from some residents regarding how public dollars will be spent.

A teen accused of the Mall of Louisiana shooting was indicted on murder charges. The incident occurred in Baton Rouge.

The American Red Cross of Louisiana and The Gardere Initiative have formed a partnership to address technological gaps in disaster response. This collaboration aims to provide crucial technology and power resources necessary for storm preparedness and response efforts.

Drivers have raised safety concerns regarding the Pecue Lane interchange, despite its opening months ago. Some drivers report difficulties adjusting to the new traffic pattern in the area. One resident specifically described encountering three separate close calls while traveling through the location.

SU Give Day is Southern University's annual campaign for donations. This initiative aims to raise $25 million in total funds for various campuses belonging to Southern University across the state.

The Zachary Really Hot Air Balloon Festival closed following an incident where shots were fired. The Zachary Police have launched an investigation into the event.

One person died in an early morning crash that occurred on Greenwell Springs Road. Officials reported that the East Baton Rouge Coroner's Office successfully identified the individual who was killed at the scene Saturday morning.

Capitol High School in Baton Rouge opened as a free health clinic on Saturday. The facility provided essential services, including medical, dental, and vision care to local residents who do not have insurance.

Deputies recovered a body near the Morganza Spillway on Friday. The Pointe Coupee Parish Sheriff's Office is currently investigating the discovery of the body.

Three suspects were found guilty during the murder-for-hire trial held in Iberville Parish. The case revolved around the death of Herman Harris, a 65-year-old resident of Maringouin.