By KELLY P. KISSEL | Metro editor Tired of regularly working past midnight, the East Baton Rouge School Board says it will now try to wrap things up by 9 p.m. every time it meets. The board voted this past week to pack it in early, saying it things aren't done in a reasonable time, issues will have to wait until the next meeting. Some complained that members don't do their homework ahead of their meet-ups. Industry leaders say Shell's investment at LSU will go a long way toward creating the next generation of innovators. We take a look at the energy company's $27.5 million donation to the school, and what LSU is expected to deliver. Bailout program needs a bailout. The Louisiana program set up to help policyholders after their insurers go out of business says it needs a bailout itself. How much does the Louisiana Insurance Guaranty Association need? When was the last time it had to borrow money? Thanks for spending part of your weekend with us. We hope the rest of your time away from work goes great. |