Politics & Policy

US businesses charging extra fees to cover COVID-19 costs, but is it legal? 

Nearly a year into the pandemic’s gutting of the economy, businesses across the country...

Smart meters coming soon to Baton Rouge downtown streets

The Broome administration has finalized plans for a new downtown parking system that will include new smart meters and kiosks on city streets as well as higher rates that could go into effect later this year.

Federal aid for closed entertainment venues could be a race for cash 

In December, Congress created a $15 billion grant fund for clubs and performance spaces,...

Louisiana group urges ‘fair’ redistricting process, wants lawmakers to sign pledge

A group of Louisiana voting rights advocates are urging lawmakers to commit to four...

Broome launches Safe, Hopeful Neighborhoods Engagement digital hub  

Mayor Sharon Weston Broome launched the Safe, Hopeful Neighborhoods Engagement Hub on Wednesday as...

Metro Council holding special meeting to discuss Alton Sterling case

The Metro Council is holding a special meeting this afternoon to discuss the civil lawsuit filed against the city-parish and former Baton Rouge police officer Blane Salamoni on behalf of Alton Sterling's five children, who lost their father in a controversial 2016 police shooting
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Fed: Business remains below pre-pandemic levels for most small companies

America’s small businesses remain under stress from coronavirus pandemic disruptions, and many of them...

Riegel: The cost of Baton Rouge ignoring its stormwater problems

Baton Rouge may be upset about its litter problem but it seems to be ignoring an even bigger problem—our Stormwater Management Program which is out of EPA compliance.

Donelon: Tort reform effects on auto insurance rates won’t be known for two years

Though tort reform legislation—billed by many lawmakers as a way to lower auto insurance...

Publisher: Comments by Collis Temple Jr. reflect poorly on LSU

Collis Temple, as an LSU board member, overstepped his authority and sent a chill through the First Amendment with his criticism of Donald Rouse Sr. in the aftermath of the riot at the U.S. Capitol.