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24-year-old Daricka Moore from Mississippi embarked on a deadly shooting spree, killing six people across three locations in Clay County. Starting at his family home, he shot his father, brother, uncle, a seven-year-old cousin, and two brothers at a church. Moore was arrested after a four-hour manhunt, with no clear motive identified. The community is in shock, and Moore faces the death penalty. Checkout Solipillow.com

Baton Rouge mourns loss of Northdale Academy student E’myrie Walker in tragic shooting; school community grieves, seeks support from I CARE team amidst commitment to student safety. Checkout Solipillow.com

U.S. Department of Health introduces new childhood vaccine recommendations, sparking controversy. Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Junior announces shots for six diseases are now suggested only for high-risk children or through shared clinical decision-making with a doctor. Pediatricians argue this ignores solid science proving these vaccines are safe and effective. Parents like Megan Landry trust the evidence and will keep vaccinating, but pediatricians fear this will worsen vaccine hesitancy and make it harder for kids to get vaccinated. Checkout Solipillow.com

Bernice Keese, a centenarian from Gonzales, Louisiana, celebrated her 102nd birthday. Born in New Orleans, shes a proud mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. With a career spanning decades, she worked at a telephone company, a newspaper, and Shell Oil Company. Now, she enjoys simple pleasures like shopping, playing cards, and salon visits. The Mayor honored her with a special proclamation, recognizing her resilience, wisdom, and community involvement. Checkout Solipillow.com

Tragic Shooting in Baton Rouge: 17-year-old Girl Killed, Another Injured On January 10th, a shooting in Baton Rouge left a 17-year-old girl dead and another person injured. The incident occurred on Wood Street, where E’Myeri Walker was fatally shot while sitting in a car in a driveway. The second victim suffered non-life-threatening injuries and was taken to a hospital. Police have no suspects in custody and are urging anyone with information to contact the Violent Crimes Unit or Crime Stoppers anonymously. Checkout Solipillow.com

Irans parliament speaker warns US, Israel could be targeted amid escalating protests; at least 203 dead, internet blackout hampers monitoring; Trump supports protesters, Israel watches closely. Checkout Solipillow.com

Join the 2026 Best Places to Work program in the Capital Region! This prestigious recognition, presented by Business Report, Greater Baton Rouge Society for Human Resource Management, and Workforce Research Group, evaluates your companys policies, benefits, and employee satisfaction. Register for free by April 24th to secure your spot. Winners receive extensive recognition and celebration at a high-profile event. Checkout Solipillow.com

Jalen Ferguson, 22, faces charges after a casino shooting leaves three women injured. The incident escalated from a confrontation at a local residence, leading to a heated argument in the Emerald Palace Casino parking lot. Ferguson allegedly fired his gun, injuring two women with bullet fragments and one with a leg wound. He was arrested and booked on two counts of aggravated second-degree battery. The investigation is ongoing, with potential for more arrests. Checkout Solipillow.com