Politics & Policy

Proposal would ban Russian imports to Louisiana 

Louisiana lawmakers advanced a proposal today that would ban Russian imports of natural resources...

Revenue Estimating Conference projects higher tax revenue for Louisiana

Higher tax revenue is helping add $350 million to Louisiana’s general fund budget for...

State officials report $1.9M in questionable pandemic aid to businesses

The Louisiana Legislative Auditor’s Office and the state Treasury have identified more than $1.9 million in questionable payments made through the federally funded Main Street Recovery Program.

AG Jeff Landry alleges Biden administration colluded with social media giants

As states push back against Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas’ plan to combat disinformation online, Louisiana’s Jeff Landry is among two attorneys general that have filed a lawsuit against him,

High school stars now cashing in on NIL deals

Ian Jackson and Johnuel “Boogie” Fland are among the brightest stars in the firmament...

Troubled waters

The Southern Hills Aquifer is a critical Capital Region asset, but overuse has it under threat from saltwater intrusion.
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State officials rank tax incentives for best, worst ROI

All but one of the 10 tax incentive programs that cost at least $1 million had a positive impact on Louisiana’s economy

Clients increasingly demand diverse law firms

Law firms dominated by white men may find it harder to attract and retain certain clients.

‘LaPolitics’: Incumbent mayors rejected by voters across state

Nearly every incumbent mayor on the ballot last weekend (five out of six) lost...

Belle of Baton Rouge acquired by CQ Holding Company Inc.

CQ Holding Company Inc. today announced it has completed its acquisition of the Belle of Baton Rouge Casino, meaning the company now owns both of downtown Baton Rouge’s casinos.