Short-term rental rules weighed in Baton Rouge

with Jennifer Wadsworth | Assistant metro editor

Good morning, and welcome to the weekend! Here's a look at some of our latest headlines. 

Short-term rental rules mulled in Baton Rouge

A move to tighten restrictions on short-term rentals in East Baton Rouge Parish — a proposal that includes levying special taxes on operators — has gotten more snubs than praise. Terry Jones details the rules being considered and the public's reaction to them in this piece. 

Could trooper's death have been prevented? 

State Police knew Trooper August McKay struggled with a mental crisis when they ordered a search of his home but didn't take basic steps that could have prevented his death from a struggle that ensued over his department-issued gun. That's according to a lawsuit filed by his family, which highlights what one expert called the under-discussed psychiatric pressures faced by law enforcement. Here's the story from James Finn. 

Green beer, parties and a $200K boost to one bar

When the plug was pulled on Baton Rouge’s St. Patrick’s Day parade two years ago at the onset of the pandemic, the economic ripple effect could be felt throughout the city. But this morning, Louisiana's capital city is gearing up for the first Wearin’ of the Green parade since 2019. Robert Stewart has the details. 

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