Baton Rouge Local News – January 28, 2026
Baton Rouge, LA — January 28, 2026 — A shooting at a local hotel results in one death, and the Red Cross responds to a surge in home fires amid freezing temperatures.
Shooting at Local Hotel Results in One Death
On the evening of January 28, 2026, a shooting occurred at the Eagle Suites on Boardwalk Drive and South Sherwood Forest Boulevard in Baton Rouge. The incident resulted in one fatality. Authorities have initiated an investigation, but no further details have been released at this time.
Why it matters locally: This tragic event underscores ongoing concerns about public safety in Baton Rouge.
Red Cross Responds to Surge in Home Fires Amid Freezing Temperatures
The American Red Cross has reported a significant increase in residential fires across Louisiana since January 21, 2026. In the Capital-West region, families are increasingly turning to space heaters and alternative heating sources due to power outages and extreme cold. The Red Cross has responded to 44 single-family home fires and two multi-family fires statewide. They are also offering free smoke alarm installations and fire safety education to residents.
Why it matters locally: The surge in home fires highlights the critical need for fire safety awareness during extreme weather conditions in our community.
