Politics & Policy

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

Disturbances in the legislative force

There were a few occasions during the 2017 regular session where Capitol watchers caught...

Will a new transit hub in north Baton Rouge help turn CATS around?

The head of the Capital Area Transit System expects to spend more than $1...

Capitol Views: Edwards to sign bill putting Visit Baton Rouge tax on ballot

A spokesperson for Gov. John Bel Edwards says legislation that would allow Baton Rouge...

Roll-back of Cuba policies will hurt Louisiana’s economy, report says

With President Donald Trump reportedly poised to reverse Obama-era policies aimed at normalizing U.S.-Cuba...

Baton Rouge councilwoman wants 911 call preceding Alton Sterling’s death

Metro Councilwoman Chauna Banks wants details of the 911 call that preceded the police...

Baton Rouge North Economic Development District hiring process under fire

Questions are being raised about the long-awaited hiring of an executive director for the...
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What’s plan B? Baton Rouge business leaders try to regroup in wake of gas tax failure

A statewide business coalition that pushed for a new gasoline tax to fund badly...

Legal and consulting fees mount for East Baton Rouge Council on Aging

The controversy surrounding the questionable campaign tactics the East Baton Rouge Council on Aging...

With new council and mayor, Smoke-free EBR relaunches push for smoking ban

A year after a Metro Council vote on whether to end smoking in area...

Coming soon: Baton Rouge Riverfront Plaza renovations

Planning is underway for a makeover of the downtown Riverfront Plaza, the recreational space...
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