Wednesday, October 14, 2026
Baton Rouge, LA news today
Today in Baton Rouge, LA (Wednesday, October 14, 2026): Jambalaya Jam set for downtown Baton Rouge. Also: Mayor and council are delaying a vote on rising employee insurance costs; Thrive Academy has suspended the rest of its 2026 football season. Weather: Expect a comfortable 68 to 82°F with clear skies, no rain, and winds up to 8 mph.
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- Mayor and council are delaying a vote on rising employee insurance costs.The Advocate ·
- Thrive Academy has suspended the rest of its 2026 football season.WAFB ·
- Baton Rouge police are seeking a suspect in a fatal butcher shop shooting.WAFB ·
Safety & emergencies
Traffic & transport
Events & going out
- Jambalaya Jam 2026 is set for downtown Baton Rouge.WAFB ·
- A debate for Louisiana's 6th District candidates is set for Monday, Oct. 19.AOL.com ·
- WBRZ sponsors Halloween Bash at the Shaw Center in downtown Baton Rouge.WBRZ ·
- A Baton Rouge author will host a book signing about overcoming past trauma.Yahoo ·
Schools & kids
- East Baton Rouge Parish Library offers resources to help students during midterms.The Reveille, LSU's student newspaper ·
Health & care
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