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Baton Rouge sees another record high for jobs but housing growth lags  

The Capital Region recorded 423,900 jobs in April, marking a consecutive record-high for the...

Supreme Court ruling threatens Louisiana’s congressional map

Today’s surprising U.S. Supreme Court ruling overthrowing Alabama's congressional map because it dilutes Black voting power could also erase Louisiana's congressional boundaries and require the state to add a second majority Black district.

Incorporate work tactics for a happier home

Frustrated by the hectic nature of home life, especially when the kids are out of school? Try organizing and managing like you're at work.

Positive leadership is a competitive advantage, embrace it

Positive leadership is not only essential, but also a competitive advantage. And you and your team need it now more than ever.

Local collections firm is using AI to increase its revenue recovery

Baton Rouge collections firm Transfinancial Companies LLC is partnering with an AI provider to...

Brian Kelly, Nick Saban among big names in DC to discuss pay for student-athletes

Some of the biggest names in college football are meeting with lawmakers this week...
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Restrictions on carbon capture quashed in Louisiana Legislature

A handful of Louisiana lawmakers brought bills this session to address public outcry over carbon capture and sequestration projects, but their fellow legislators rejected most of their proposals. 

State lawmakers nearing deadline to pass a budget

As the clock ticks down to adjournment, Louisiana legislators still need to pass a budget. 

US applications for jobless benefits reach highest level since October 2021

The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits last week rose to its highest mark since October 2021, but the labor market remains one of the healthiest parts of the U.S. economy.

5 THINGS to watch in June

Mark your calendars for these must-attend events in the month of June.