 BY DOUG GRAHAM | Staff writer The Federal Emergency Management Agency says it is ending a program that included funding for two projects designed to protect parts of Baton Rouge that flooded in 2016. At least for the time being, the move effectively kills the proposals: a $26 million project on the Lively Bayou near Florida Boulevard, and a $27 million project along Roberts Canal near Glen Oaks Drive. City-parish Transportation and Drainage Director Fred Raiford said the news was a tough blow. Read about what might be next for the critical projects.
Gov. Jeff Landry and Insurance Commissioner Tim Temple appear to have starkly contrasting ideas on how to lower auto insurance rates in Louisiana. Temple wants to limit people's ability to sue over damages and how much money they can win in court. Landry has urged holding both insurance companies and trial lawyers accountable. Read how their differing visions may play out in the upcoming legislative session.
After months of rehearsals for the lead role in Baton Rouge Ballet Theatre's staging of "Alice in Wonderland," Baton Rouge Magnet High School student Megan Guo suffered an injury. So guest artist Sarah Hurty, who is based in Los Angeles, will fill in for the shows this weekend. Read more about this newly choreographed version of "Alice." | 
