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

Fewest Americans collecting jobless aid since 1970

Applications for unemployment benefits inched down last week as the total number of Americans collecting aid fell to its lowest level in more than 50 years.

Rising mortgage rates could free up Baton Rouge housing inventory by late 2022

If looking for a bright spot to rising mortgage rates, which recently hit 5%,...

Amazon fulfillment center expected to open next year

Amazon’s Baton Rouge fulfillment center is on track to be operating by next year,...

Roundup: Louisiana living / New NOLA flights / Mortgage demand 

Housing cost: A family of four in Louisiana spends an average of $11,046 a...

For LSU coach Brian Kelly, it’s all about ‘the process,’ too

Brian Kelly arrived at LSU doing a Southern accent so badly that he will...

Job recruiters return to college campuses

Job recruiters are coming back to college campuses, and some employers are pulling out...
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Mark Cuban: AI is key for company to be successful

Don’t hesitate to invest in artificial intelligence, says Shark Tank investor Mark Cuban, even...

Riding the rails to determine needed Baton Rouge-to-NOLA upgrades

A train used to identify rail upgrades needed for passenger service will carry state...

Roundup: Medical marijuana / Home sales / Disney feud

Bill advances: A House committee advanced legislation Tuesday aimed at expanding patient access to...

Pipeline and energy projects must consider environmental impacts

The Biden administration is restoring stricter environmental standards for approving new pipelines, power plants...
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