economy

Odds are, even if you weren't one hundred percent positive, you had a very good idea that never before have gasoline prices been this high in Louisiana.

1 out of 5 Louisiana families are living at the poverty level. The latest census numbers for 2020 won't be released for a few more months, but the latest numbers don't look god for our state.

This state has had it's fair share of corrupt and bad leaders...but is John Bel the worst we've seen?

Hows the Louisiana economy looking... To put it bluntly, not good.

The COVID-19 crisis has caused massive economic destruction across the United States, but maybe nowhere as much as here in Louisiana.

If you're looking for a career, this could be for you.

Locally, investments in manufacturing are already showing signs.

The only state that was ahead of Louisiana was Texas

With kids heading back to school over the next couple of weeks, parents are already beginning to see the struggle in their wallet.

So, if it seems like life has been more expensive for you over the last year - you're probably right.

While most of the country is enjoying an economic boost (average of 2.1%), Louisiana showed a .2% decline in 2017.

Since the retail giant built the wage increases into their $7 billion plan to invest into itself, the raises will not affect the company's bottom line.