budget crisis

What's the value of a penny? The state of Louisiana hopes that a penny increase in the state's sales tax, which takes effect April 1, will help close the deficit in the state's budget.

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.

The state's budget crisis today could be a major player on the number of doctors planning to practice medicine in our state for the future.

The Louisiana Legislature has concluded its special session. Was it a success? If they were playing horse shoes or hand grenades you'd say yes.

Could the proposed one cent sales tax increase actually be more than a penny on your purchases? The debate rages on in the special session.

Just when you think you can't stand to hear another word about the state budget crisis here in Louisiana, we get some good news. According to Wallethub, Louisiana has the third lowest property taxes in the country... for now!

Does one of the world's richest men really need $392 million in state money to subsidize his football and basketball teams?

Governor Edwards assumes the role of Captain Obvious as he implores legislators to stop the bickering and settle the state's budget crisis before it's too late.

In the Senate legislation the one cent tax will have a five year life span. That's different than the House proposal. A conference committee will have to be adjourned to hammer out the final legislation.

Don't be fooled. There is a direct impact that cuts to higher education funding could have on LSU football. It's something that could happen even before the season begins.

Alexander said under the proposed budget, LSU is facing a reduction from $110 million in state money to only $30 million, a 70% cut.

If you're a drinker and a smoker then you'd better be prepared to pay a little more for your vices. Proposed tax increases on cigarettes and booze will be taken up by the Louisiana House this week.