budget crisis

It's no secret that the state of Louisiana is embroiled in a budget crisis and lawmakers are trying to find solutions as we speak in Baton Rouge, but wasteful spending continues!

The gloves are off in Baton Rouge and the governor and legislature and working to find ways to solve our state's budget crisis. Meanwhile, we're spending money like we've got it. Question. What has cost Louisiana over $1 million and three years worth of headaches?

What is the future of TOPS in Louisiana. This informative video could answer some of your questions about some of the proposed changes.

Governor not in total agreement with the House Appropriations Committee plan to totally fund the TOPS program.

The House Appropriations Committee could cast a major vote on the future of the TOPS program in our state today.

The food you serve your family might not be as safe after July 1st if the Governor's proposed budget passes in its current form.

Louisiana Governor John Bel Edwards is going to be featured on the HBO Series Vice. The topic of conversation will be how states are struggling across the nation to fund higher education.

One Louisiana Senator believes everyone who qualified for the TOPS program should at least get something. His plan will be debated in the Senate this week.

Governor John Bel Edwards is expected to deliver a very somber outlook for the state's budget in his remarks to legislators on Tuesday.

Could the state of Louisiana actually finish this fiscal year with a budget surplus? The state's Treasurer believes it's possible.

Louisiana's new alcohol tax. Who is going to pay the tab on this? Chances are it will be you. The good news, you probably won't notice. The better news, after a few cocktails you won't even care.

The state's fiscal present might dictate how we learn about the state's past. Many of the state's museums find themselves on a very slippery slope with the current budget crisis.