by Editorial Staff | Oct 2, 2025 | Baton Rouge, Legislature, Louisiana, Sunshine
Public officials are proposing a bold new vision for Baton Rouge: a $400 million LSU arena to replace the aging Pete Maravich Assembly Center and serve as the centerpiece of a vibrant entertainment district. The project, they say, will transform Baton Rouge into a...
by Jamie Pope | Jun 26, 2025 | Baton Rouge, Insurance, Legislature
Louisiana’s 2025 legislative session may be remembered partly for its political drama and the promising bills that fell short. More importantly, it will be remembered for the meaningful reforms that directly affect the daily lives of Louisiana families. After...
by Jamie Pope | Jun 19, 2025 | Baton Rouge, Elections
For far too long, our unique Jungle Primary system led to fractured elections, diluted outcomes, and, in many cases, unintended winners. Voters became frustrated with politics as usual. We had to rethink how we elect our leaders, starting with implementing closed...
by Michael Lunsford | Mar 11, 2025 | Baton Rouge, Libraries, Sunshine
Sid Edwards just pulled off one of the biggest political budget maneuvers Baton Rouge has seen in years. The East Baton Rouge Parish Library has been sitting on a pile of far more cash than it needs. After weeks of public debate, backroom negotiations, and heated...
by Shawn Wilson | Dec 9, 2024 | Baton Rouge, Sunshine
I know what you are thinking, “But Shawn, what about………” I’m going to have to stop you right there. I have lived in this state for 21 years. I have watched as my taxes have gone up, my insurance rates have gone through the roof, my cost of living has skyrocketed, and...
by Jamie Pope | Sep 2, 2024 | Baton Rouge, Legislature, Louisiana
2024 has been a busy and significant year for the state of Louisiana. Legislators have been particularly active, emphasizing preserving individual freedoms and safeguarding children from the various challenges in today’s world. This commitment to fundamental...