Denham Springs home sale is the most expensive in Livingston Parish history

A home in the gated Harrell’s Ferry Landing community in Denham Springs sold for $4.995 million Wednesday, marking the most expensive residential transaction in...

Baton Rouge Area Foundation takes ownership of The Newtron Group

The Baton Rouge Area Foundation has assumed ownership of The Newtron Group, the foundation announced Thursday, completing a long-planned transition designed by founder Newton...

What we know about the planned reopening of Fleur de Lis Pizza

Renovation work to reopen the iconic Fleur de Lis Pizza restaurant on Government Street has been delayed, though the restaurant's new owner expects construction...

Lawmakers move to position Louisiana for aerospace investment

A cluster of House bills filed just before this session’s introduction deadline suggests that state leaders may be positioning Louisiana to land a major...

Baton Rouge’s Dynamic Group makes a major acquisition

The holding company of Baton Rouge’s Dynamic Group on Wednesday announced it has acquired Cycle Construction Co., a Kenner-based contractor with more than five...

​​This Louisiana think tank is calling for reforms to curb rising electricity costs

A new report from the Pelican Institute for Public Policy urges Louisiana lawmakers and regulators to rethink the state’s regulatory framework for electricity, warning...

What’s driving the growing demand for IV hydration therapy in Baton Rouge?

Ochsner Health recently expanded into one of Baton Rouge’s fastest-growing wellness niches: IV hydration therapy. The service is now available at two of Ochsner’s local...

Data center deals could leave ratepayers ‘holding the bag,’ advocate warns

Amid Louisiana’s data center boom, a key question is emerging: Who pays if the tech giants don’t stick around? Speaking Monday to the Press Club...

EBR commercial real estate sales tick up to start the year

The commercial real estate market in East Baton Rouge Parish is off to a solid start in 2026, with sales activity continuing to gain...

Who’s building and who’s buying in Greater Baton Rouge

Here is a look at the latest property transactions and issued permits in East Baton Rouge and Ascension parishes. East Baton Rouge Parish Developer Donnie...

How Baton Rouge businesses are reacting to surging gasoline prices

A sharp rise in gas prices this month driven largely by global geopolitical tensions has quickly increased the cost of doing business for companies...

Local auto dealers say EV demand remains soft despite surging gas prices

Baton Rouge’s electric vehicle market is showing signs of renewed consumer interest amid rising gas prices, but local dealers say demand remains limited. While higher...

This association is building a $2.5M office in Spanish Town

Construction is underway on a satellite office for the Louisiana Hospital Association on Lakeland Drive near North 5th Street in the Spanish Town neighborhood. A...

Books-A-Million returning to Capital Region with Siegen location

Alabama-based retailer Books-A-Million is returning to the Baton Rouge market after an eight-year absence. The company has signed a 10-year lease to occupy the former...

Southern University is planning a $20M nursing school expansion

Southern University is preparing to break ground as early as May on a $20 million nursing facility that officials say will double its nursing...

Car wash founder builds on momentum with larger, customer-focused site

Local entrepreneur Melvin Hardnett is betting that a larger footprint and a more customer-focused experience will take his fast-growing car care business to the...

Fly local, give local: BTR backs TSA workers amid shutdown disruptions

The ongoing federal government shutdown is beginning to ripple through operations at Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport, where 40 unpaid Transportation Security Administration employees continue...

Southern Marsh drops two trademark lawsuits following settlements

Two trademark infringement lawsuits filed in Baton Rouge federal court by locally headquartered clothing retailer Southern Marsh have been dismissed after reaching settlements, according...

Long-term care is cheaper in Louisiana, but costs continue to climb

Louisiana remains one of the more affordable states in the nation for long-term care, but rising costs, particularly for in-home services, are putting new...

LSU-led FUEL receives $45M funding renewal from NSF

Future Use of Energy in Louisiana, or FUEL, an LSU-led initiative, secured a $45 million funding renewal from the National Science Foundation, according to...