An analysis of the most recent public school teacher salary data shows Louisiana still trails most of its regional peersāand is likely to remain there despite the Legislature adding $2,000 for the upcoming school year.Ā
Gov. John Bel Edwards on Wednesday vetoed legislation that would have phased out the corporate franchise tax but also cost the state millions in revenue.
Prompted by an increase in crime on and around LSUās campus, Louisiana lawmakers have created a crime prevention district comprising the school and surrounding neighborhoods.Ā
U.S. worker productivity has dropped significantly, including in key large states, leaving some economists alarmed by the decrease in a measure that could mean trillions of dollars to the economy.
Homeowners in Louisiana will soon be able to apply for $10,000 grants to help bring their homes up to new building code standards that will drive down property insurance premiums, thanks to new funding from the state.
LSU womenās basketball coach Kim Mulkey scored another victory with a buzzer-beater addition to the state construction budget that could help build a new basketball arena.Ā