One year after tax reforms, Louisiana rises in rankings
(The Center Square) — Louisiana’s tax system now ranks 31st in the country for competitiveness, up six spots from last year, according to the...
Louisiana sues Smitty’s for explosion that polluted waterways
(The Center Square) – Louisiana on Wednesday sued Smitty’s Supply, a lubricant manufacturer whose Tangipahoa Parish facility exploded in August, sending millions of gallons...
Bossier limits donations to non-governmental organizations
(The Center Square) — The Bossier City Council voted to limit donations with taxpayer funds to any non-governmental organizations, which include charitable, civic, cultural...
New Orleans homeless services expecting deep cuts
(The Center Square) — The New Orleans Office of Homeless Services and Strategies is bracing for deep reductions next year that could trigger layoffs,...
Caddo mulls $200K donation to food bank amid food stamp crisis
(The Center Square) — Caddo Parish leaders are considering a $200,000 donation to the Northwest Louisiana Food Bank to help residents losing their full...