Education & Workforce

Schools, universities, workforce training, and the talent pipeline preparing the region’s next generation of workers.

Louisiana’s weekly initial unemployment claims rise 20% 

In the latest sign that the post-pandemic economic recovery will be a bumpy one, initial unemployment claims filed in Louisiana last week were up when compared to a week ago.

Roundup: Hall of Distinction / Economy cools / Heat advisory

Honored: The LSU E.J. Ourso College of Business will induct Scott Agosta and Suzanne...

Pilot training school lands at BTR Jet Center

ATP Flight School, the largest aviation training company in the U.S., has opened its...

When jobless benefits end, will workers head back to restaurants?

Unemployment benefits end in Louisiana at the end of the month, but will the termination of funds end staffing shortages at local restaurants? Baton Rouge business owners have mixed opinions.

Lawmakers fail to overturn veto of transgender sports ban

Louisiana House lawmakers failed to overturn Gov. John Bel Edwards’ veto of legislation banning...

Meet the new downtown nonprofit aiming to teach local history

The American Millennium Project, a program that aims to educate area residents on their...
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Survey: Working parents are burned out 

Summer camps, day cares and schools are open again, but life hasn't gotten easier...

No changes yet for LSU as COVID-19 cases rise 

COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations have spiked again in Louisiana among unvaccinated individuals, and the...

Senate votes to overturn veto of transgender sports ban

Louisiana state senators narrowly voted to overturn Gov. John Bel Edwards' rejection of a...

Survey: Labor shortage remains a challenge for US small businesses

Business optimism increased in June, rising by 2.9 points to 102.5 on the NFIB’s...
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