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— Louisiana is becoming more competitive for businesses that offer higher-paying jobs, leaders say, pointing to big projects like Hyundai Steel’s planned $5.8 billion mill in Ascension Parish.

— The U.S. Supreme Court could issue a landmark ruling Friday on President Donald Trump's authority to use tariffs, potentially reshaping presidential power.

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WELSH — Town employees here will see an immediate raise in their pay after the Welsh Board of Aldermen approved the increase this week.

Allen Parish Police Juror and former Louisiana CO2 Alliance President Roland Hollins is fighting for citizen awareness, local authority and private property rights concerning Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS).

Waste management service provider Dillon Disposal, which services some rural residents throughout the parish, is requesting their first rate increase in four years.

ELTON — Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Elton monthly council meeting set for Wednesday, Jan. 7, has been rescheduled to Wednesday, Jan. 14, at 6 p.m. Elton officials plan to discuss various matters, including the renaming of Colorado Street. Councilwoman Kay Hebert apologized for any inconvenience this may cause and invited the community to attend the council meeting.

— After spending much of 2025 pitching regulators on major projects to prepare for rising electricity demand, Entergy is set to return with more of the same in 2026.