Record high $50M spent on Louisiana gubernatorial race, campaign records show

Louisiana's most recent governor's race appears to be the most expensive in state history...

Louisiana Republicans rail against Obama’s executive order on guns

As expected, Republican members of Louisiana’s congressional delegation came out firing today shortly after...

US auto sales expected to hit all-time high in 2015

U.S. auto sales are expected to reach a record high of 17.5 million in...

US stocks end year flat, despite roller coaster ride throughout 2015

The U.S. stock market took investors for a wild ride in 2015, but in...

Businesses spend record $5T in 2015 to scoop up other businesses

Companies around the world spent a record $5.04 trillion on acquisitions in 2015, according...

More governor’s records will be available to public as part of 19 new laws taking effect in Louisiana

The public will have access to more records in the Louisiana governor's office, tougher...

Dardenne warns of ‘more dire’ budget woes; estimated $750M shortfall must be closed by June

Louisiana's budget woes are even worse than the incoming administration of Gov.-elect John Bel...

Healthier job market lifts US consumer confidence as 2015 draws to a close

A stronger job market lifted consumer confidence in December, a business group announced this...

Holiday spending up 8% from last year; online sales jump 20%

Americans spent more on items like furniture during the holidays this year, with online...

US economy grew at 2% annual rate in third quarter

The U.S. economy grew at a slightly slower pace over the summer than the...