Louisiana

Louisiana audit: Simmesport’s fiscal future is a ‘growing concern’

(The Center Square) – Facing a six-figure liability for unpaid bills following years of financial issues, the future of the town of Simmesport is...

Water systems in need of $9B to meet codes

(The Center Square) – A legislative task force on Friday heard from state officials on the status of Louisiana’s water systems in its bid...

September was a record month for mobile sports betting in Louisiana

(The Center Square) — Mobile sports betting in Louisiana set a revenue record in September, translating into $4.7 million in taxes for the state. ...

Lawmakers vote down public-private partnership for $2.1B Calcasieu bridge

(The Center Square) — A $2.1 billion public-private partnership to build a toll bridge over the Calcasieu River near Lake Charles was derailed in...

Louisiana Violent Crime Task Force working on recommendations for lawmakers

(The Center Square) — A legislative task force on Wednesday delved into efforts underway to examine crime in Louisiana and the impact of the...

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