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Breaking news, company moves, economic trends, and the deals shaping Greater Baton Rouge and the Capital Region.

The numbers are in: Small business starts set another record in 2023 

Last year was another banner year for starting a small business, according to the...

Are you prepared for this week’s deep freeze? 

Gov. Jeff Landry issued a state of emergency Friday ahead of severe winter weather expected between Sunday and Wednesday. 

What is keeping Baton Rouge from booking bigger names?

In 2022, Garth Brooks performed in front of more than 102,000 people in a sold-out Tiger Stadium. The concert was earth-shaking—both literally and figuratively—for Baton Rouge.

What’s keeping more big name acts from calling on Baton Rouge?

In 2022, Garth Brooks performed in front of more than 102,000 people in a...

How Black entrepreneurship is growing in the Capital Region and beyond

Historically, Black entrepreneurs in the U.S. have had no choice but to navigate an...

Car sales are on the rise in Baton Rouge

After years of inventory shortages brought a sales slump in the automobile industry, area dealers are reporting an uptick in sales.

Landry selects new DOTD secretary, BESE members  

Terrence “Joe” Donahue, a former assistant attorney general, is the new secretary of the...

A legal assault is mounting against DEI. Here’s how to mitigate the risks

Business leaders committed to diversity, equity and inclusion have a challenging road ahead of them, Harvard Business Review reports.

What does Kim Mulkey think about the new NCAA TV deal? 

LSU women's basketball and Iowa set a women's basketball record for viewership rating in...

See what job Stephen Waguespack will be doing next

Recent Louisiana gubernatorial candidate Stephen Waguespack has joined the staff of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, the organization announced Thursday. 
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