Jan 24, 2025 · Rev. Al Sharpton Urges Boycott Against Companies Scaling Back DEI Programs. Rev. Sharpton's remarks condemned major corporations like McDonald’s, Meta, Walmart, John Deere, Harley-Davidson, Lowe’s, and Ford for scaling back DEI efforts under mounting conservative pressures.

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.

5 days ago · 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 ...

Dec 29, 2024 · Thousands Lose Power in East Baton Rouge Parish During Severe Weather. Entergy reported 5,490 outages across the parish, while DEMCO confirmed 3,240 customers were affected as of 7:25 p.m. Crews are working around the clock to restore power and assess the damage caused by the storm.

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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 ...

The Baton Rouge Weekly Press is considered to be the number one minority newspaper in The Greater Baton Rouge area and has served the public for over 40 years. The Weekly Press is distributed every week with a total circulation of 60,000 and has over 380 distribution points and growing every week. These distribution points include State and Local Government buildings, Banks, Churches ...

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.

Jul 20, 2024 · This election cycle represents a pivotal moment for Baton Rouge, offering a diverse range of candidates and reflecting the city’s evolving political landscape. As voters prepare to make their choices, the breadth of candidates highlights the dynamic and transformative nature of this year’s races.