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US initial jobless claims continue to fallÂ
The number of Americans filing for jobless aid fell last week as the labor market remains resilient in the face of the Federal Reserve's...
Metro Council to receive reports on injuries, damages from police responses
The Metro Council will receive several reports next month from local law enforcement agencies on injuries to the public and damage to property while responding to calls or in pursuit of suspects.Â
Should parade organizations be on the hook for cleanup?
A proposal pending for the Louisiana Legislature’s next regular session would require local governments that issue parade permits to make parade organizers provide for litter cleanup.Â
Where Louisiana ranks on list of best states for Black entrepreneurs
Louisiana is the sixth-best state for Black entrepreneurs, according to an analysis by Merchant Maverick, a comparison website that reviews small business software and services.
Roundup: Offshore energy / Malik Nabers / Fed minutes Â
Gulf lease sale: The Biden administration says it is considering the first-ever lease sale for offshore wind energy in the Gulf of Mexico, a...
OLOL takes operational helm of LSU student health center
Our Lady of the Lake Health officially took over LSU’s student health center today, one year after the hospital system invested $170 million in the university to fund research and redevelop the student health cetner’s operation, according to an LSU announcement.Â
How Biden’s bid to crack down on junk fees could improve business competitionÂ
Companies relying on added fees to boost their revenue may have to change their pricing strategy under a new policy backed by President Joe Biden.Â
Proposed Lake Charles LNG plant poised to move forward
At least three proposed U.S. liquefied natural gas export plants have likely found enough customers to receive financial approvals this year, according to Reuters,...
Lent an opportunity for restaurants, patrons to try new things
There's no shortage of seafood options available at Baton Rouge restaurants on an everyday basis, but kitchens and patrons alike branch out and try new things during Lent.
Roundup: Corporate boards / Mardi Gras beads / Amazon health care
More diverse: Racial and ethnic minorities now hold 20% of all board seats at the nation’s largest public companies for the first time, according...
Most workers will see their pay rise this year, but by how much?
A lot of U.S. workers will be getting raises this year, according to a recent survey from payroll software company Payscale that found nearly...
How a Baton Rouge props maker brings shows to lifeÂ
In a show like National Treasure: Edge of History, the characters handle and search for pieces like medallions, journals and mystery boxes to unlock secrets
Beer supply store LA Homebrew shutting off its taps
After nearly a decade in business, local brewery supply store LA Homebrew is closing on Saturday, the business announced this morning on Facebook.Â
Louisiana faculty members sound the alarm on retirement crisisÂ
Louisiana’s higher education faculty members feel trapped.Â
In the early days of their teaching careers, professors are asked to make an irrevocable choice about their...
Health Tip of the Week, sponsored by Baton Rouge General: What does your gut...
The wrong balance of gut bacteria can increase your risk of major cardiovascular events like stroke and heart attack. Gut health is directly tied...
Roundup: Malik Nabers / Retail trends / West BR embezzlingÂ
Weapons charge: LSU wide receiver Malik Nabers was arrested in New Orleans Monday on a weapons charge. The LSU Athletics Department says it is...
Is tax reform coming? Lawmakers prefile bills ahead of April session
Nine bills dealing with taxes have been prefiled with the Senate for the upcoming legislative session, including a proposal to repeal the corporate franchise...
Could four-day workweeks become a thing?
A large majority of U.K. companies participating in a six-month four-day workweek experiment say they would stick with it after seeing sharp drops in...
Could Baton Rouge get its own Fat Tuesday celebration?
Despite New Orleans’ and Acadiana’s unique Fat Tuesday traditions, Baton Rouge’s Carnival celebrations are over by Mardi Gras Day. Â
Parades in the Red Stick typically...
Whitney Johnson: How to grow when there’s no where to goÂ
Sooner or later we all find ourselves reconciling our career dreams and aspirations with the realities of limiting circumstances.
