Baton Rouge Mayor declares Friday a ‘day of mourning’ for the late Sen. Larry Selders

Mayor Sid Edwards declared Friday a day of mourning following the sudden death of state Sen. Larry Selders, honoring him by lowering all city and parish flags to half-staff until Monday. Selders, a Democratic senator from Baton Rouge, collapsed at his son's event and passed away unexpectedly. This tribute underscores the respect and impact Selders had on his community and the political landscape in Louisiana. The mourning reflects not just the loss of a public servant but also the sense of unity in acknowledging his contributions.