Politics & Policy

Fewer traffic tickets leaves public defenders strapped for funding

Traffic filings in Louisiana decreased 48% from 2009 to 2019, declining every year during...

Louisiana COVID hospitalizations double; new local testing sites open

The omicron variant may not be the most deadly strain of COVID-19 but it’s...

Alford: Political storylines to track in 2022

The period between Christmas and New Year’s Eve is traditionally a quiet time in Louisiana politics. So make sure you soak up all peace and tranquility while you can. Because the next 12 months will host plenty of noisy political action—and it will be anything but peaceful.

In which direction will oil prices go in 2022? 

The U.S. Energy Information Administration expects lower crude oil prices in 2022, compared with...

Insurance commission transparency law kicks in Monday but questions remain

A new law directing health insurance companies, agents and brokers to disclose their commissions goes into effect Monday, though there still is uncertainty about how to comply.

Amazon using tax-break opportunity zones for distribution centers is part of its strategy

Amazon has been rapidly expanding into areas that are designated for special tax incentives, according to a recent analysis that comes amid growing regulatory scrutiny of the e-commerce giant, The Washington Post reports.
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University Lakes LLC issues RFP for flood risk reduction services

University Lakes LLC, the entity established by the LSU Real Estate and Facilities Foundation, an affiliate of the LSU Foundation, to manage the restoration of the lakes around LSU’s campus, today issued a request for proposals for a preconstruction manager and construction manager at risk.

Stories to remember from 2021: Hurricane Ida

Hurricane Ida came ashore as a Category 4 storm on August 29, 16 years to the day after Katrina's landfall. While it did not deliver a direct hit to Baton Rouge, parts of the Capital Region were without power for more than a week.

Private insurer to acquire Louisiana homeowners’ policies from insolvent carriers

​Louisiana Insurance Commissioner Jim Donelon has announced a private insurance company will acquire an...

Why Texas’ roads are so much better than Louisiana’s

Texas and Louisiana charge virtually the same gas tax. So why does Texas have better roads?