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What we know about LSU’s newly split president and chancellor roles
The LSU Board of Supervisors on Tuesday made two key appointments: Wade Rousse as president of the eight-campus LSU system, and James Dalton as...
Labor shortages and tariffs are squeezing homebuilders as costs climb
An ongoing labor shortage and tariffs on building materials continue to weigh heavily on the construction industry as the calendar inches toward 2026.
Danushka Nanayakkara,...
Silicon Bayou reimagined
It’s been a big year for tech in Louisiana.
The landmark announcement last November of Meta’s $10 billion investment to build a data center in...
Taking the lead: Economic developers who shape Louisiana’s growth
A quiet transformation is redefining economic development in Louisiana, as regional organizations assume a more hands-on role in shaping outcomes.
Perhaps no group exemplifies this...
Louisiana’s next frontier: How the RiverPlex MegaPark came together
The sprawling 17,000-acre RiverPlex MegaPark on the west bank of the Mississippi River in Ascension Parish was only a glimmer of a concept nearly...
LSU’s new president has been selected
The LSU Board of Supervisors on Tuesday afternoon selected Wade Rousse to serve as LSU’s next president and James Dalton to serve as the...
Two Capital Region restaurants earn Michelin recommendation
Elsie’s Plate and Pie and the St. Francisville Inn have landed on the Michelin Guide’s inaugural 2025 Recommended List for the American South.
The two...
National penny shortage leaves Louisiana retailers concerned and confused
Louisiana retailers are beginning to feel the effects of a national penny shortage, forcing some businesses to rethink how they handle cash transactions.
The shortage...
Public Service Commissioner: State’s regulatory certainty a lure to investors
Public Service Commissioner Jean Paul Coussan says Louisiana’s stable regulatory structure gives the state a competitive advantage in meeting its electric needs and attracting...
Louisiana sees a further drop in initial jobless claims
Initial unemployment claims 10/25
Continued unemployment claims 10/25
Initiative will help Louisiana businesses navigate the Francophone economy
The Council for the Development of French in Louisiana, or CODOFIL, has launched Exel Louisiane, an initiative designed to help Louisiana businesses and professionals...
New theatrical company to set up shop in former Theatre Baton Rouge space
A new theater company is launching in Baton Rouge, breathing new life into a familiar arts venue.
Mid City Civic Theatre will make its home...
St. George will take over public works operations beginning Saturday
The city of St. George will officially take over its own public works operation on Saturday, marking a milestone for the city.
Until now, residents...
The search for LSU’s next president has been narrowed down to three finalists
LSU’s presidential search committee on Wednesday afternoon narrowed its group of candidates for the university’s top position down to three finalists.
The remaining candidates are:
...
Lawmakers approve $150M to sustain SNAP
The Louisiana Legislature has approved a measure allocating up to $150 million in state funds toward SNAP benefits, which provide food assistance for hundreds...
What we know about the semifinalists for LSU president
Five contenders vying to be LSU’s next president are set to make their case before the LSU presidential search committee today in a pivotal...
State’s early childhood education fund is nearing depletion, report warns
A key state fund that provides matching dollars to local communities for early childhood education is projected to run out of money within a...
After 42 years at Taylor Porter, attorney Skip Philips joins the AG’s office
Baton Rouge attorney Harry “Skip” Philips has left Taylor Porter after more than four decades to join Attorney General Liz Murrill’s office as assistant...
Attorney general weighs in on the BREC board overhaul
Attorney General Liz Murrill has issued an advisory opinion stating that a 2025 state law restructuring the BREC Board of Commissioners does not violate...
Northshore company expanding operations in St. Tammany and Baton Rouge
ChillCo Inc., a Louisiana-based provider of commercial and industrial cooling solutions, announced a $4.37 million expansion of its headquarters in Lacombe, soon to be...
