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Auditors question $6.1M in unemployment payments for state employees
The Louisiana Workforce Commission paid about $6.1 million in state and federal unemployment benefits to 1,054 ineligible recipients identified as state employees who do not appear to have been eligible for the programs, the Legislature’s auditors say.
Tsunami Sushi opening second Baton Rouge location
Tsunami Sushi is opening a second Baton Rouge location, this one in @Highland at the corner of Highland Road and Bluebonnet Boulevard. It’s expected to open in mid-2022.
Roundup: Baton Rouge Netflix star / Seafood industry grants / Rental assistance
T Cakes: One of Netflix’s School of Chocolate competition contestants lives in Baton Rouge. Local pastry chef Tyricia Clark won the hearts of many...
Bill that would grow congressional district’s Black population fails
Legislation to increase the Black population in a mostly white Louisiana congressional district was rejected by a state House panel this morning.
With efforts to...
Small businesses risk getting caught up in SEC transparency push
If transparency is the currency of trust, Wall Street's top regulator is going on a shopping spree.
The Securities and Exchange Commission is pushing for...
Group wants to keep Cottonwood Books open by forming nonprofit
A local group of volunteers wants to start a nonprofit with the goal of keeping open Cottonwood Books, the last independent full-service bookstore in Baton Rouge.
Proposed Baton Rouge short-term rental regulations unveiled
A locally-led study group has released potential regulations that would allow short-term rentals like Airbnbs on a limited basis in single-family residential zoning districts.
Louisiana federal judge blocks higher climate cost estimate on emissions
A federal judge today blocked the Biden administration’s attempt to put greater emphasis on the potential damage from greenhouse gas emissions when creating rules...
Roundup: LSU presence in Super Bowl / Oil prices / Game recipes
Streak continues: LSU will remain tied for the longest active streak with at least one former player in the Super Bowl when the Cincinnati...
How to avoid overlooking qualified job candidates
Some could be overlooking qualified workers, Fast Company reports, and there are a number of reasons why. Here are ways companies can ensure they’re not overlooking qualified applicants:
DOTD to convert ‘gas’ stations to ‘fuel’ stations with help of federal funding
Louisiana is in line for almost $11 million in federal funds this fiscal year and more than $73 million over five years for electric vehicle charging infrastructure.
Will Gov. Edwards veto new congressional map?
Louisiana's Republican-dominated Legislature made it clear this week that neither the House nor Senate will advance a new congressional map that adds a second...
Baton Rouge’s Pass it Down receives UN award
Baton Rouge-based digital storytelling company Pass it Down and its NFT marketplace Iconic Moments won a World Summit Award this week from the United Nations.
Louisiana parishes get $100M for hazard mitigation projects
Gov. John Bel Edwards today announced $100 million in hazard mitigation funding is being allocated to 33 Louisiana parishes, including all nine in the Capital Region, through the federal Hazard Mitigation Grant Program.
Patients want ‘seamless’ experience from providers, Blue Cross president says
Most online health care appointments today amount to visiting a “virtual urgent care center” with a doctor the patient doesn’t know, says Dr. Steve Udvarhelyi, president and CEO of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana.
Roundup: Edwards statement / LSU drops mask mandate / Mortgage rates
Investigation response: Gov. John Bel Edwards issued a statement today in response to Louisiana House Speaker Clay Schexnayder announcing the creation of a select...
Entergy customers’ bills surge while shareholder payments top $1.5B over last two years
Entergy’s shareholder payments have topped $1.5 billion over the past two years; meanwhile customers’ bills in Louisiana have grown exponentially.
First Look: Spoke ‘N’ Hub, the latest from City Group Hospitality
Reimagined diner fare, a semi-secret speakeasy and a cycling-centric theme define the new Spoke ‘N’ Hub
Capital Region unemployment rate dips to another record low
Job postings in the Baton Rouge metro area outnumber unemployed workers more than 2-to-1, according to the Baton Rouge Area Chamber’s latest economic indicator report examining the region’s recovery from the pandemic-driven recession.
Five trends that will affect buying or selling a home this year
Five clear trends are emerging that will help homeowners decide if they want to engage in the real estate market this year
