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New congressional marijuana bill numbered H.R. 420

A bill introduced in Congress this week that seeks to regulate marijuana like alcohol...

‘LaPolitics:’ Cassidy supports shutdown strategy; legislative races underway

With the partial shutdown of the federal government now entering its third week, U.S....

Olinde’s Furniture sold to Memphis company

The 133-year-old family-owned Olinde’s Furniture has been acquired by DSG, a Memphis-based company that...

COA pushes back against Metro Council’s proposed millage review

The East Baton Rouge Council on Aging sent a letter to Metro Council members...

How landscape architect Justin Lemoine keeps ideas flowing

On his balcony overlooking the beach one morning, Justin Lemoine’s eyes bolted from his...

Department stores, mall chains continue losing customers

The strong U.S. economy and the holiday season wasn’t enough to boost all retailers...

IBM working to provide world’s most accurate weather forecasts

When IBM bought the Weather Company in 2016, it wasn’t clear what the long-term...

Baton Rouge General breaks ground on $30M Ascension Neighborhood Hospital

Baton Rouge General broke ground today on its $30 million neighborhood hospital in Prairieville,...

Zachary, NBR officials worried about impact of Georgia Pacific closure

While Georgia Pacific’s decision to close the communications paper division of its Port Hudson...

‘Gut punch:’ Local officials respond to Georgia Pacific layoffs

Local elected officials are responding this morning to the announcement by Georgia Pacific that...
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