Economic Development

In a research note about this morning’s jobs report, the chief economist at consulting...

Louisiana home prices are growing—but they’re growing at a slower pace than other Southern states. 

U.S. employers added 187,000 jobs last month, fewer than expected, as the higher interest rates continued to weigh on the economy. But the unemployment rate dipped to 3.5% in a sign that the job market remains resilient.

All Star Automotive is expanding its operations with the addition of a used car supercenter at the corner of Airline Highway and Coursey Boulevard. 

U.S. worker productivity rebounded sharply in the second quarter, helping to curb growth in labor costs and offering another boost to the improving inflation outlook, Reuters reports. 

Should the Biden administration continue to stall offshore oil and gas leases it could...

Southeast Louisiana residents say Lake Maurepas is one of the last remaining unspoiled waterways in the state, and they’re begging state officials to stop Air Products from building a series of wells and pipelines for its carbon capture project. 

The new chief transportation engineer for Ascension Parish brings more than 20 years of experience in the public and private sectors to his new role. 

Since coming back into the office, many workers are struggling to get back into...

The number of Americans seeking unemployment benefits rose slightly last week but remained at a historically low level that points to a robust job market.