The City of Baton Rouge residents prepare to honor the life and legacy of one of its most influential public figures.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we air the latest episode of the Light Switch podcast. We dive into the debate over the ...

An effort is underway to reshape how early childhood education is delivered in Baton Rouge, with local leaders recommending ...

Most of Mayor-President Sid Edwards' proposed tax plan was passed by Metro Council Wednesday. Chinese ‘kill switches’ found ...

One of four budget proposals for Mayor-President Sid Edwards ‘Thrive! East Baton Rouge’s plan has been pulled.

Edwards' trimmed tax rededication plan passed Metro Council, but raises for police and others are now in question.

Long-time mayor-president of Baton Rouge Kip Holden has died. He was a New Orleans native who left his mark in the political ...

Former East Baton Rouge Parish Mayor-President Kip Holden passed away on Wednesday at the age of 72, leaving behind his wife Lois, five children, and two sisters.

Family confirmed former East Baton Rouge Parish Mayor-President Melvin “Kip” Holden died on Wednesday morning, May 14. He was ...

The Metro Council is set to consider Mayor Sid Edwards’ “Thrive! Baton Rouge” funding plan at its meeting Wednesday.

A former Louisiana State Representative and top aide for Mayor Kip Holden has been hired to Sid Edwards' mayoral staff.

Baton Rouge Mayor Sid Edwards receives $175,000 per year, according to a January report published by the City of Baton Rouge. The city's Metropolitan Council, which consists of 12 members ...