Politics & Policy

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

Metro Council to vote on Jones Creek development, Rouzan changes

A controversial townhome development on Jones Creek Road that was approved in July by the Planning Commission over the objection of neighborhood residents will come before the Metro Council Planning and Zoning Committee for a final vote Wednesday.

EBR looking to trim $1 billion-plus debt for retired employee benefits

East Baton Rouge Parish is liable for more than $1.13 billion for benefits expected to be owed to retired employees, officials say.

Baton Rouge pediatric hospitals seeing more children with COVID

The fourth wave of COVID-19, fueled by the delta variant, has been affecting younger children in higher numbers than previous virus spikes. Now, as schools across the parish start the academic year, what does this mean for students?

Alford: A legislative agenda focused on change

You can certainly accuse members of the Louisiana Legislature of a lot of things,...

Oil and gas industry claims climate report doesn’t legally justify pause on leases

If the Biden administration cites the Aug. 9 United Nations climate report as evidence...

Success of Baton Rouge Stormwater Master Plan hinges on funding, policy change 

Baton Rouge’s $15 million Stormwater Master Plan could have a significant and lasting impact...
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LABI will ramp up tax overhaul campaign after Labor Day

An effort to encourage voters to support amending the state constitution to allow for...

Annual EBR audit points to problems with financial statements, federal grants

The annual East Baton Rouge Parish audit notes several areas in which city-parish government...

Analysis: Cassidy at odds with delegation on infrastructure package

Louisiana could see a huge infusion of federal cash to chisel away at its...

Program offers coronavirus relief aid to Louisiana nonprofits, small businesses

Charities, faith-based organizations, other nonprofit agencies and small businesses can start submitting applications today...
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