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‘LaPolitics’: Spotlight shifts to Washington Mardi Gras
As one year gives way to another, politicos in Louisiana will increasingly turn their collective attention to Washington Mardi Gras, the multiday extravaganza slated for late next month in the Beltway.
Louisiana leaders reveal their favorite songs and artists
What would Louisiana be without music? Our state is one of the epicenters of American music and our elected officials are, not surprisingly, music...
Alford: They really said this in 2022
No one in Louisiana scored more political touchdowns this year by simply saying stuff in clever and obscene ways than U.S. Sen. John Kennedy....
Alford: They said it in 2022
No one in Louisiana scored more political touchdowns this year by simply saying stuff in clever and obscene ways than U.S. Sen. John Kennedy....
Gov. Edwards elevates acting secretary to lead embattled DCFS
Gov. John Bel Edwards has elevated acting Department of Children and Family Services Secretary Terri Ricks to a permanent role, his office announced Wednesday....
Legislation would ban TikTok on all state government-owned devices
Louisiana Secretary of State Kyle Ardoin and State Rep. Daryl Deshotel, R-Marksville, announced plans today to pursue legislation in 2023 to ban TikTok on all state government-owned devices.
Legislators looking at ways to eliminate use of progressive business principles
A panel led by two conservative Louisiana legislators is working to understand and eventually end the use of progressive corporate principles known as ESG...
Alford: 2023 regular session coming into focus
There will be many moving pieces that go into defining next year’s regular session, beginning with its close proximity to the fall statewide ballot.
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Gov. Edwards defends carbon capture but calls for more transparency
Gov. John Bel Edwards defended carbon capture and sequestration today, describing the technology as an important tool to reduce industrial emissions and diversify the...
Louisiana lawmakers award $357M in sewer and water projects
Louisiana lawmakers approved $356.7 million for 87 sewer and water upgrades around the state during their Joint Legislative Committee on the Budget meeting last week.
Panel rolls out medical marijuana recommendations for businesses
A panel that has spent months debating policy ideas to protect workers who use medical marijuana concluded the bulk of its work Thursday, approving more than a dozen recommendations to the Louisiana Legislature.
‘LaPolitics’: Legislative races will start to take shape early in new year
As we turn the corner into the new year, politicos in the Greater Baton Rouge area will begin focusing more on next fall’s legislative elections, especially those districts with open seats.
District Court Judge Tim Kelley retiring after 26 years on the bench
Judge Tim Kelley of Baton Rouge’s 19th Judicial District Court is stepping down from the bench after 26 years.
Alford: Long shots ruled year’s final ballots
Louisiana’s last round of elections for 2022 belonged to the long shots.
PSC race draws national spotlight courtesy of climate change
The election for a seat on Louisiana’s Public Service Commission has gained national attention as major utility companies and outside political action committees pour hundreds of thousands of dollars into the race.
‘LaPolitics’: Kennedy hints at timeline for decision
Will he or won’t he? That’s definitely the leading question when it comes to U.S. Sen. John Kennedy and the developing race for governor.
Mayor Broome adds $5M to proposed 2023 budget for stormwater drainage compliance
Mayor Sharon Weston Broome today submitted a $5 million amendment to the proposed 2023 operating budget to augment needed funding for the city-parish’s stormwater drainage system to reach federal compliance.
Majority of Louisiana voters want lawmakers to address climate change
About 59% of Louisiana voters believe it is at least somewhat important for their representatives in Congress and the Legislature to address climate change, a new poll indicates.
Alford: End-of-the-year election guide
The final ballot of 2022, slated for Saturday, will probably produce a few strong political storylines, but not a whole lot of dramatics. Most...
Panel targets tax incentives as way to eliminate state income tax
A panel of state lawmakers is studying the possible elimination of personal and corporate income taxes in Louisiana.
