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Hurricane Idalia threatens Louisiana with even higher insurance rates
Even though Louisiana escaped the destructive wrath from Hurricane Idalia, the storm could still impact the state when it comes to insurance premiums.
LSU business college consolidates graduate program services into centralized hub
LSU’s E.J. Ourso College of Business has consolidated its comprehensive collection of graduate services into a new office.
LSU leadership grappling with how to craft policy around AI use
After an artificial intelligence detecting function was released on a popular plagiarism detection software, LSU saw a nearly 500% increase in reports to its student accountability office for plagiarism.
More change at the top for CATS
The board that oversees the Capital Area Transit System is preparing to select a new interim CEO, days after the departure of the former...
What’s going on with the ‘Brave Cave’ investigation?
In case you missed it, a WAFB-TV investigation into a facility used by the Baton Rouge Police Department for interrogations and prisoner intake has...
On the anniversary of Katrina comes a call for better educating engineers
Future engineers need a greater understanding of past failures—and how to avoid repeating them—a Louisiana-based nonprofit says as it marks today’s 18th anniversary of the deadly, catastrophic levee breaches that inundated most of New Orleans during Hurricane Katrina.
Roundup: Hurricane Idalia / Black chamber president / Oil prices
The latest: Historic Hurricane Idalia intensified Tuesday as it powered through the Gulf of Mexico as a treacherous tropical cyclone driving a potentially deadly...
Work continues on second phase of Harveston development
Amid a slowdown in Capital Region home sales, work continues on the second phase of the Harveston traditional neighborhood development at Nicholson Drive and Bluebonnet Boulevard.
Mayor Broome talks police chief, signalization, stormwater, blight
Candidates to replace current Baton Rouge Police Chief Murphy Paul will take their civil service board tests Sept. 14.
Why large manufacturers are turning to crowdfunding
Crowdfunding is usually associated with independent artists and startups, who for decades have used it to raise the money needed to complete their projects.
Roundup: Tax break on firearms / 401(k) contributions / Projections by ExxonMobil
Promoting gun sales: A new law to promote gun sales in Louisiana gives consumers a tax break on firearms and hunting supplies for three...
Offshore auction signals winds of change in the Gulf
The Interior Department’s Bureau of Ocean Energy Management will auction three areas off Louisiana and Texas to offshore wind developers today, the first such...
Economists more confident US will avoid recession; small businesses not so much
Economists are more and more optimistic that the U.S. will avoid a recession, but small business owners remain skeptical, according to Inc.
See how city-parish sales tax collections compare to last year’s numbers
Following an increase in collections in May, East Baton Rouge Parish brought in a little under $19 million in sales tax in June, down about 3.3% from last June, the city-parish reports.
Local water companies urge customers to conserve amid sweltering heat
Capital Region water companies are urging their customers to limit their water usage amid the continuing extreme heat and drought, which is causing unprecedented...
BRCC wants to expand talent partnerships with local businesses
Baton Rouge Community College leaders and stakeholders want BRCC to grow its network of business partners and provide more “earn as you learn” opportunities for its students.
Roundup: ‘Weekend of Prayer’ / Federal Reserve’s plans / Auto workers’ strike
Declaration: Amid record-high temperatures, historic drought conditions, and wildfires raging across Louisiana, Secretary of State Kyle Ardoin has declared Saturday, Aug. 26 and Sunday,...
Why the 2023 LSU football team is reminiscent of the 2019 Tigers
But while delving into the makeup of LSU’s 2023 roster, 225’s Mark Clements noticed several stark similarities to the 2019 national title-winning Tigers, from coaching consistency to a grad-transfer quarterback.
How U.S. Rep. Garret Graves wants to preserve historic stadiums like Death Valley
LSU’s Tiger Stadium has gained a powerful protector with the launch of a congressional caucus dedicated to preserving historic college football venues.
Both energy interests and environmentalists fight Biden oil lease plan
The Biden administration's plan to protect an endangered species of whale by scaling back an auction of oil and gas drilling leases in the...
