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Pulling Louisiana’s investments over principles could cost the state 

Treasurer John Schroder says he pulled nearly $800 million in Louisiana’s investments out of the asset management firm BlackRock earlier this month because its environmental focus conflicts with the state’s oil and gas interests.

BRAC announces launch of Baton Rouge Carbon Reduction Alliance 

The alliance, made up mostly of industry representatives, aims to drive sustainable economic growth by positioning the Capital Region as a leader in energy transition

Last VooDoo BBQ in Capital Region closing Thursday

The last VooDoo BBQ franchise location in the Baton Rouge area is set to close Thursday, according to the listing agent for the space on Drusilla Lane. 

Roadrunner Towing buys land near airport for $1.6M

Roadrunner Towing & Recovery Inc. recently completed the purchase of three properties as part of a single transaction for $1.6 million

Belle of Baton Rouge in talks with American Cruise Lines for regular stops

The Belle of Baton Rouge has a nonbinding agreement in place with American Cruise Lines to potentially make regular Baton Rouge stops once the Belle moves inland

Registration opens for third annual 225GIVES

Nonprofit registration for the third annual 225GIVES hosted by Capital Area United Way is...
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NFIB backs remote seller’s appeal of ruling involving Louisiana sales tax

The NFIB Small Business Legal Center today filed an amicus brief in the case Halstead Bead v. Richards at the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit.

LSU researchers working with NASA on how to train an extraterrestrial workforce 

As NASA prepares for a late-November launch for the Artemis I Moon Mission, LSU faculty are making preparations of their own to train a future-ready construction workforce in extraterrestrial construction.

Biden looks to increase oil supplies ahead of midterm voting

President Joe Biden is rushing to increase oil supplies ahead of next month's midterm elections.

State Police protection for Edwards’ European trips cost taxpayers $52,000 

Gov. John Bel Edwards’ two trips to Europe over the past three months cost Louisiana taxpayers almost $52,000 just for his security team.