Louisiana Economy

Louisiana Partners with Southern States to Create New Accrediting Body

News Summary Louisiana, alongside Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Texas, is establishing the Commission for Public Higher…

21 hours ago

ICE Raids Delta Downs Racetrack, Arresting 84 Workers

News Summary On June 17, 2025, ICE conducted a raid at Delta Downs Racetrack, Hotel and Casino in Louisiana, leading…

1 week ago

House Republicans Pass $4.5 Trillion Tax and Spending Bill

News Summary In a narrow vote, House Republicans have approved President Trump's $4.5 trillion tax and spending cuts bill, amidst…

3 weeks ago

House Passes Major Tax Reform Bill Amid Medicaid Concerns

News Summary The House of Representatives voted to approve President Trump's tax reform bill, which includes significant cuts to Medicaid.…

3 weeks ago

Concerns Rise Over Rural Hospital Funding Cuts in Louisiana

News Summary The U.S. Senate's recent approval of President Trump's budget, known as the 'Big Beautiful Bill,' raises significant concerns…

3 weeks ago

Baton Rouge Residents Warned of Mobile Home Scam

News Summary Residents of Baton Rouge are being warned by the Better Business Bureau (BBB) about a fraudulent scheme involving…

4 weeks ago

Louisiana Leaders Alarmed by Proposed Medicaid and SNAP Cuts

News Summary Louisiana officials express concern over significant cuts to Medicaid and SNAP as part of President Trump's 'One Big…

4 weeks ago

Louisiana Increases Sports Betting Tax to Support College Athletics

News Summary Louisiana has enacted a law raising the sports betting tax from 15% to 21.5% to generate approximately $24…

1 month ago

Louisiana Legislature Approves $53 Billion Budget Without LA GATOR Funding

News Summary The Louisiana Legislature has passed a $53 billion budget that omits funding for the LA GATOR private school…

1 month ago

Louisiana Legislature Approves $53 Billion Budget Without LA GATOR Funding

News Summary The Louisiana Legislature has approved a $53 billion budget for the next fiscal year, excluding funding for Governor…

1 month ago