Politics & Policy

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

Race to the mansion: Jay Dardenne

(Photography by Marie Constantin) He has spent his life and career preparing for this governor's race....

Race to the mansion: Scott Angelle

(Photography by Marie Constantin) Scott Angelle's challenge: introducing himself to voters outside Acadiana and Baton...

Stephanie Riegel: IBM follows its conscience on marriage bill

Elected officials and economic development leaders rolled out the red carpet for IBM more...

Which city-parish agency is the highest-paid in East Baton Rouge?

(Photo by Brian Baiamonte) Tax dollars fund myriad things at the local government level, but...

CABL’s Barry Erwin offers the best advice he has ever received

(Photo by Brian Baiamonte) Barry Erwin President & CEO Council for a Better Louisiana Age: 57 "The best professional...

St. George supporters say they’re on track to submit necessary signatures by deadline

Exactly 30 days into the 60-day period that St. George supporters have to collect...
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Along with Alexander, LSU board considered candidates from Texas A&M, Alabama and East Carolina during presidential search in 2012

Records released today by an attorney for the LSU Board of Supervisors show that...

Louisiana governor candidates find common ground at PAR forum

Though Louisiana’s four leading candidates for governor differed in style and specifics at the...

Councilwoman questions process, vote for Batson’s appointment as parish attorney

Metro Councilwoman Ronnie Edwards says she’s disappointed with the council’s appointment last night of...

10/12: Regional impact study (RIS) sets path for Lake Charles growth

LIFESTYLE MATTERS: The new regional impact study proposes the boom is not just a...
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