Politics & Policy

Government decisions, legislation, elections, and public policy shaping business and daily life across the Baton Rouge region and Louisiana.

Alford: Women legislators seeking ‘common ground’ across the aisle

For the first time in 10 years, the Louisiana Legislative Women's Caucus met for a retreat this past weekend.

Metro Council weighs $1.17M settlement in Alton Sterling protest lawsuit

The Metro Council is holding a special meeting on Wednesday to consider a $1.17 million settlement of a lawsuit related to the protests following the death of Alton Sterling in 2016. 

Katie Bernhardt won’t take shot at governor’s race

Louisiana Democratic Party chair Katie Bernhardt is out of the 2023 governor's campaign, USA...

5 THINGS to watch in February

Mark your calendar for these key events, meetings and developments scheduled for the month of February.

Pointe-Marie development plan on tap for Planning Commission

The Planning Commission today is set to approve 85 low-density residential lots inside Pointe-Marie,...

Analysis: Louisiana delegation wields power in 118th Congress 

Louisiana's congressional delegation has gotten smaller along with the state’s population in recent decades,...
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LSU Board of Supervisors approves health partnership with OLOL

The LSU Board of Supervisors at its meeting today unanimously approved a partnership between...

Sue Gunter’s name to be added to Dale Brown Court at LSU 

The LSU Board of Supervisors at its meeting today voted to change the name...

Louisiana casino gaming revenue still trails pre-COVID numbers 

Louisiana casino gaming revenue in the last half of 2022 fell short again of pre-pandemic numbers, down more than $43 million with remitted fees down $5 million.

Occupancy permit application filed for Dior, site of mass shooting

An occupancy permit was filed Thursday for the Bennington Avenue nightclub where a dozen people were injured last month in a mass shooting, according to public records. 
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