The 2025 Louisiana Legislative Session brought sweeping changes to insurance laws, teacher pay, and infrastructure investment. Here’s what you need to know.
Louisiana scored just 19.83 out of 100 in WalletHub’s 2025 income ranking, placing 48th nationwide. While top earners make over $400,000, the median is only $58,352, leaving many residents struggling to cover basic costs.
Louisiana ranks 46th out of 51 states but leads the nation in exports per capita and shows strong GDP growth, revealing economic complexity beyond overall score.
A $3 million steel manufacturing plant is taking shape outside Broussard, promising jobs, growth, and a major boost for Acadiana’s construction industry.
Major electronics retailer with locations in New Orleans, Baton Rouge, and Shreveport has already raised prices on phones, TVs, and laptops by mid-May.
Walmart is warning about possible price hikes as new tariffs take effect, but shoppers in Louisiana may see price stability—thanks to the company’s strategy to absorb rising costs.
MIT’s 2025 living wage data reveals what it really takes to cover basic costs in cities like Lafayette, Baton Rouge, and New Orleans. The numbers may surprise you.
McDonald's is launching one of its biggest hiring pushes ever, aiming to bring on 375,000 workers nationwide. Here’s what that could mean for Louisiana job seekers looking to earn some cash this summer.
Walmart's 2025 Easter meal deal feeds 8 for under $6 per person—but shoppers in Louisiana and beyond are wondering why this holiday staple is missing this year.
Louisiana’s agriculture and seafood industries are in the crosshairs as the EU imposes new tariffs in response to U.S. trade policies. Here's what it means for the state.
Big changes are coming to these fan-favorite stores across Louisiana. Will your local store stay open, turn into something else, or see major price changes? Here’s what you need to know.
While the cost of eggs continues to increase, there are a few ways to make that carton last longer in your fridge. Some may even keep past the "sell by" date.
Louisiana ranks 17th in the nation for minimum living wage, with residents needing at least $50K a year to cover basic expenses. See how it compares to other states.
A beloved retailer is shutting down 27 stores across the U.S. due to underperformance. Louisiana has seven stores, but are any of them impacted? Here’s what you need to know.
As Louisiana businesses go cashless, shoppers face changes in convenience, accessibility, and inclusion. See how this trend will impact communities statewide.