A Tale of Two Cities

Premiering Thursday, January 30 at 7:00 PM

Louisiana Spotlight delves into the controversial creation of St. George, exploring the complex motivations behind municipal division and the profound implications for Baton Rouge and the state. What drives a community to seek separation, and what are the hidden dynamics of urban incorporation? Baton Rouge faces a critical moment of municipal transformation as communities grapple with the deeper meanings of cityhood, local governance, and social boundaries.

From the initial push for a separate school district to a decade-long legal battle, the program examines the intersection of race, economics, and community identity.