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See how much money top Louisiana officials make
The president of the LSU System makes $725,000 per year, not counting a $15,000 vehicle allowance and a $35,000 housing stipend. S
These jobs are the most exposed to AI capabilities
Accountants are among the group whose jobs are the most exposed to the capabilities of generative artificial intelligence, according to a recent study in...
Rising interest in pickleball has BREC trying to keep pace
Pickleball's popularity has exploded at BREC parks over the past decade, says Ryan Vinyard, tennis manager for BREC.
Stanford Trust victims pursuing claims against state agency
A class of 900 people who did business with the Louisiana-based Stanford Trust before it collapsed are seeking up to $500 million from state government.
Why the Legislature passes fewer bills compared to 20 years ago
Louisiana has seen a gradual decline in the number of bills filed by lawmakers over the past two decades, according to the Public Affairs Research Council for Louisiana.
Treasury secretary doubles down on push for more corporate transparency
Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen affirmed America’s commitment to enhancing corporate transparency along with 20 other countries at this week's Summit for Democracy in Washington, D.C.
Small businesses weigh banking options amid turmoil
The collapse of both Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank, as well as the bailout of First Republic, has jolted small businesses of all...
Milestone Carbon evaluating Terrebonne Parish site for carbon capture project
Houston-based Milestone Carbon is considering building a carbon capture and sequestration facility in Terrebonne Parish, Carbon Herald reports. The site could potentially be used...
Entrepreneur launches distillery after asking himself, ‘What if?’
Baton Rouge-based home distiller Delos Butler is launching a small batch spirits brand called Bayou Blessing, at Barringer Foreman Technology Park on Airline Highway.
DOTD, EBR seek $2M federal grant to ease traffic congestion during I-10 work
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development is seeking a $1.97 million grant to deploy adaptive traffic signals at 39 intersections on state roads expected to see heavier traffic as the Interstate 10 widening project is ongoing.
Partnerships like LSU has with Caesars barred under new rules from gaming industry
The U.S. gambling industry is adopting a new responsible marketing code that will ban sportsbooks from partnering with colleges to promote sports wagering.
Southern University launching an esports and law certification
Southern University is launching an esports and law certification through its law center.
Business Report names 2023 Influential Women in Business
An economic development leader tied to $6.2 billion in projects and more than 500 new jobs for Ascension Parish. An award-winning consultant who represents...
Louisiana in a position to cash in on top-dollar energy investments, experts say
While there is some uncertainty with current economic conditions, experts say Louisiana is still well-positioned to take advantage of top-dollar investment opportunities as the energy industry continues to transition away from fossil fuels toward renewables.
Advertising spending expected to grow this year despite economic uncertainty
A major ad forecaster says advertising is still expected to grow this year despite mixed economic signals, a resiliency that industry pros say would...
Senate insurance chair to propose appointing, not electing, insurance commissioner
The chair of the Louisiana Senate Insurance Committee plans to file legislation that would make the position of insurance commissioner appointed rather than elected.
A Baton Rouge author’s book will debut as an Apple TV+ adaptation this week
When Baton Rouge native and author M.O. Walsh published The Big Door Prize in 2020, the dose of small-town escapism served readers well. inRegister...
Will ExxonMobil be bringing an advanced recycling facility to Baton Rouge?
ExxonMobil is considering Baton Rouge for a new advanced recycling facility that would repurpose traditionally hard-to-process plastics.
Business creation growth continues in East Baton Rouge
New business creation in East Baton Rouge is on the rise, according to the latest report from the parish.
While 202 businesses registered in the...
TAF doled out nearly $41M to boost LSU sports in 2021
The Tiger Athletic Foundation made distributions to or on behalf of the university totaling almost $40.9 million in 2021 according to the Louisiana Legislative Auditor’s office.
