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LSU is on this list of top online colleges

LSU has been named one of the top 50 universities in the country for its online degree programs by college ranking and reviews site College Consensus. 

Biden’s natural gas export pause continues to face debate 

Members of a U.S. House panel on climate and energy issues split along party...

Baton Rouge sales tax collections were up slightly in November

East Baton Rouge Parish General 2% Sales and Use Tax by Deanna...

See how Baton Rouge ranks on list of best-performing large cities

Nine years after ranking among the best-performing large cities in the U.S., according to the Milken Institute, the Baton Rouge metro now ranks 155th out of 200 on the latest such list.

Why employers are reluctant to match student loan payments 

Employers are hesitant to offer workers a new perk that would help many of them pay down student loans while saving for retirement, despite a law that makes it easier for companies to do so, USA Today reports. 

Baton Rouge African American Museum adding to interactive experience 

The Baton Rouge African American Museum moved from its longtime location in a former...

Redevelopment opportunity sites for Florida Corridor Master Plan chosen

The team working on the master plan to boost economic development along the Florida Boulevard corridor has selected the areas most ripe for redevelopment and investment. 

Louisiana Housing Corporation working to create a new nonprofit arm  

The Louisiana Housing Corporation is looking to launch a nonprofit arm to provide housing...

Is the worst over for the credit crunch?

Banks have once again reported tighter lending standards and weaker demand for business loans,...

LSU promised paid family leave to all employees, but not everyone is getting it 

LSU leaders said they would provide paid family leave for all employees starting Jan. 1, but some employees who have requested it have been told the policy hasn’t been approved.Â