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Economic Development: One Acadiana and Henderson officials announced a certified 143-acre site, “Henderson I-10,” near Grand Point Highway off I-10, aiming to pull new business investment into the region. Public Works & Governance: New Orleans City Council approved ordinances to put the Sewerage and Water Board under city control, including oversight of budgeting and board appointments, as employees raise concerns about the takeover. Legal & Risk: A judge approved a $106 million settlement tied to the 2019 Hard Rock Hotel collapse in New Orleans, ending a yearslong fight involving hundreds of plaintiffs. Workforce Policy: The U.S. Department of Labor approved Louisiana’s plan to modernize and unify the state workforce system through June 30, 2028, shifting toward more consistent standards and training-focused funding. Energy & Jobs: German energy giant RWE reached a $1.22 billion deal with the Trump administration to surrender offshore wind leases in New York, California and Louisiana and redirect capital to LNG and gas projects. Food Safety: A multistate Salmonella egg recall linked to Midwest Poultry Services covers more than 19 million eggs across six states, including Louisiana, with sell-by dates through Aug. 17. Local Business Climate: Louisiana fire districts earned improved protection ratings, which could translate into lower homeowners insurance premiums in 18 districts. Tech & Services: New Orleans confirmed AI is answering some 911 calls for repeat crash reports, handling certain incidents since 2023.

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Mold Shield Restoration warns Louisiana homeowners about summer mold risk

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Central States Water Resources promotes Spencer Hoppes to finance and IT role

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All Dogs Unleashed Bossier City says off-leash training demand is rising in northwest Louisiana

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New Orleans City Council approves new Sewerage & Water Board oversight, budget rules

New Orleans City Council approves new Sewerage & Water Board oversight, budget rules

Amid restaurant closures, Coolinary New Orleans aims to help during summer slowdown

Amid restaurant closures, Coolinary New Orleans aims to help during summer slowdown

Gov. Jeff Landry moves to take over New Orleans homeless services. See the state's plan.

Gov. Jeff Landry moves to take over New Orleans homeless services. See the state's plan.

New Orleans committee kicks off study of new city hall and New Orleans East annex

New Orleans committee kicks off study of new city hall and New Orleans East annex


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Attorney General Liz Murrill's Louisiana Bureau of Investigation Arrests Houston Man for Stealing More Than $43,000 in Louisiana State Employees' Retirement Benefits

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