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US unemployment applications fall again as labor market continues to thrive
The number of Americans filing for jobless benefits fell last week as the labor market continues to thrive despite high interest rates and elevated costs.
Roundup: OMV commissioner / Closed on Christmas / Construction costs
Landry appointee: Louisiana Gov.-elect Jeff Landry has appointed Dan Casey to serve as commissioner of the Office of Motor Vehicles, promising to elevate customer...
BLDG 5 is launching a lemonade brand for purchase in stores
Popular Kalurah Street eatery BLDG 5 Market + Kitchen + Patio today announced the launch of its new artisanal lemonade brand, BLDG 5 Lemonade.
How much will the state get from its first offshore wind agreements?
Louisiana’s Mineral and Energy Board approved the state’s first wind operating agreements in state offshore waters at its December meeting today, according to an announcement from Gov. John Bel Edwards and Louisiana Department of Natural Resources Secretary Tom Harris.
See how many rate cuts the Fed is projecting for next year
The Federal Reserve kept its key interest rate unchanged Wednesday for a third straight time, a sign that it is likely done raising rates...
DDD changing meeting schedule, adding committees
Baton Rouge’s Downtown Development District is moving away from a monthly meeting format while also creating four committees to help guide the organization.
Here’s how one law firm is using AI in Baton Rouge
Local law firm Kean Miller recently adopted a policy for its attorneys regarding the use of artificial intelligence technologies for work.
Roundup: Wholesale prices / Mortgage refinancing / Tech ecosystems
Flat: Wholesale inflation in the U.S. was unchanged in November, suggesting that price increases in the economy's pipeline are continuing to gradually ease. The...
Will 2024 bring interest rate cuts? Fed may shed some light today
Will the Federal Reserve cut its key interest rate sometime next year—and, if so, by how much?
Fully remote jobs have vanished in favor of hybrid workplaces
A new study says that many business owners and human resources officials have basically given up trying to convince staff to resume entirely in-office...
What small businesses need to know about new regulations going into 2024
Regulations are a double-edged sword. They’re created to improve business dealings, discourage unfair or illegal business activity, and protect workers. But, for small business owners, they often mean more red tape, higher costs and possible penalties for failing to comply.
Southern receives Biden administration grant to pursue top research designation
Southern University has been awarded a grant from the U.S. Department of Education to pursue a prestigious research designation that no historically Black college and university currently holds.
Property near Amazon fulfillment center sells for $2.4M
A 19-acre property off Tom Drive near the former Cortana Mall site has sold for $2.4 million.
Health Tip of the Week, sponsored by Baton Rouge General: Beyond the stages of...
Though they are still widely referenced, we now know that there are better ways to frame grief beyond the stages of denial, anger, bargaining,...
Beaux Jones named Water Institute president and CEO
The Water Institute has a new president and CEO: Breaux Jones.
Why the holiday bonus isn’t what it used to be
With inflation still running hot and potentially less robust sales—thanks to that looming recession this year—42% of small business owners reported having less than usual with which to reward employees in December.
Light House Coffee expands with room for seating, roasting and coffee classes
Light House Coffee on Lee Drive just added more seats and space with a recent expansion.
Roundup: Oil prices fall / Future of car safety / Hasbro job cuts
Six-month low: Oil prices fell more than 3% on today, hitting their lowest level in six months amid growing concerns of oversupply and new...
Get the latest on the Mississippi River bridge project
Planning work continues on a new bridge across the Mississippi River to alleviate local traffic on Interstate 10 through Baton Rouge, a consultant for the project said Monday.
Here’s why the PSC is likely to postpone its energy efficiency vote
An upcoming vote on long-awaited energy efficiency requirements for utility companies in Louisiana to adopt various power-saving measures will likely be postponed Wednesday and...
