Baton Rouge, LA news on Sunday, October 18, 2026

In Baton Rouge, LA on Sunday, October 18, 2026: Hospital gets life-saving infant machine; voting starts Tuesday. Also: Fall temperatures are fading as heat builds back into the forecast for coming days; A Baton Rouge hospital now has a specialized machine that has saved infant lives for decades. Weather: Mostly clear skies today, warming to 74°F after cool morning of 53°F.

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Headlines

Fall temperatures are fading as heat builds back into the forecast for coming days.WAFB · Oct 18, 8:13 AM

News & local government

Louisiana is using overtime work to address Baton Rouge's backlog in child protection cases.The Center Square · Oct 18, 7:00 AM

Safety & emergencies

One person was injured in a shooting on Hooper Road; police are seeking the suspect.WAFB · Oct 17, 9:45 AM

Events & going out

Friday: Live After Five music and entertainment returns to downtown Baton Rouge.WAFB · Oct 16, 10:27 AM
Oktoberfest event happening today (Sunday) in Baton Rouge with food, drinks and entertainment.WAFB · Oct 17, 2:38 AM

Health & care

A Baton Rouge hospital now has a specialized machine that has saved infant lives for decades.The Advocate · Oct 18, 4:00 AM

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