Baton Rouge, LA news on Thursday, October 29, 2026

In Baton Rouge, LA on Thursday, October 29, 2026: Van Gogh exhibit opens; skating returns December. Also: New Van Gogh immersive exhibit now open in Baton Rouge for visitors to explore; Baton Rouge police officer placed on leave following domestic abuse arrest this week. Weather: Partly cloudy and mild today, highs near 81°F with light winds.

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Headlines

New Van Gogh immersive exhibit now open in Baton Rouge for visitors to explore.KLFY.com · Oct 29, 3:37 PM

News & local government

Kitchen fire at Baton Rouge apartment complex displaces two families this week.Yahoo · Oct 29, 4:26 PM

Safety & emergencies

Baton Rouge police officer placed on leave following domestic abuse arrest this week.WAFB · Oct 29, 11:34 AM

Events & going out

Skating on the River returns December 13–31; ice skating venue reopens after hiatus.Yahoo · Oct 29, 1:43 PM
Cap City Beer Fest, Prom Macabre, and Kiwanis Pancake Festival this weekend.The Advocate · Oct 29, 9:15 AM

Food & drink

Ten Baton Rouge restaurants offer Thanksgiving catering with fried turkeys and pies.The Advocate · Oct 28, 2:30 PM

Sports

LSU basketball coach Will Wade declines comment on RJ Luis Jr. status with Tigers.WRAL · Oct 29, 4:11 PM

Culture & arts

Late LSU basketball coach Dale Brown honored in Baton Rouge ceremony November 11.WGNO · Oct 29, 12:53 PM

Community & volunteering

Red Stick Farmers Market celebrates 30 years with special events all week.225 Magazine · Oct 29, 9:18 AM

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