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LABI, BRAC come out against noncompete ban

The leading business groups for Louisiana and the Capital Region have joined colleagues across the country in opposing a federal proposal to bar most noncompete agreements. 

See how much money has been raised for Baton Rouge security camera initiative

The business-led Page/Rice Camera Initiative has raised more than $200,000 in funding for the purchase and installation of more than 50 security cameras

Russel Honoré points to East Palestine in calling for air monitoring at Louisiana plants

Supporters of more stringent environmental regulation of Louisiana industry plan to take another swing at requiring plants to operate monitoring systems.

Career event will connect local students with businesses

The Baton Rouge Area Chamber, LSU and East Baton Rouge Parish Schools are partnering for a Career Immersive Event this week, connecting students with companies to show high-wage, high-demand jobs available in the Capital Region. 

What is being done to attract more health care workers?

While doctors and nurses get most of the headlines, there’s a need for more workers throughout the allied health spectrum, officials say. 

LABI reacts to Gov. Edwards’ $45.7B budget proposal  

The Louisiana Association of Business and Industry today released a response to Gov. John Bel Edwards’ state budget proposal.
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Why are officers leaving their jobs? Louisiana police agencies fail to cite reasons 

Law enforcement agencies in Louisiana are failing in a majority of cases to report why officers leave their employment, as the law requires

‘LaPolitics’ Q&A: Online access will be a key focus for media during session

LaPolitics: As the general counsel for the Louisiana Press Association, you lock up on...

Plastic surgery clinic sells to AIDS nonprofit for $1.6M

A former doctor's office and plastic surgery clinic on Cumberland Place has sold for...

LSU, Southern buck declining enrollment trend, here’s how

The Capital Region’s public colleges and universities are growing their student bodies even as state and national enrollment trends point in the other direction.Â