ACLU files public records lawsuit against state DOC for information on emergency prisoner release panel
DOC says they are “fully committed to providing documents,” citing pandemic as reason for delay
‘A school year unlike any other’: As city schools start year virtually, figuring out special education is a challenge for educators, parents
School buildings can be opened for special education services, but that decision is made by each charter school group.
Landlord Joshua Bruno once again issues three-day eviction notices in apparent violation of CARES Act
Bruno sent out similar notices in April, even though the city had an active moratorium on evictions at the time.
Behind The Lens episode 93: The NOLA Music Special
We can enjoy live streams all we want, and the performers do, too. But they need your support now, more than ever, as bars and other stages remain closed across the state of Louisiana.
Council approves short-term rental tax, with 25 percent cut going to tourism marketing agency
Members of the public were largely supportive of taxing STRs, less so about sending more money to New Orleans and Company.
With no jobs out there, how do you expect us to live, Senators?
The refusal to renew the federal compensation, leaving it at the state limit of $247 per week, would be unconscionable and would push thousands of people in Louisiana into hunger and homelessness.
‘A very unusual set of circumstances’: Arguments heard in Jason Williams tax fraud case
Judge says case likely won’t go to trial before Nov. 3 DA election
New Orleans will launch ‘community learning hubs’ at libraries, rec centers to help students without internet access
Public schools are starting online, but officials are still working to close a connectivity gap of up to 20 percent.
Sheriff Marlin Gusman to regain control of New Orleans jail
The federal ruling comes after a report found progress in meeting the demands of the consent decree.
Louisiana Supreme Court won’t review life sentence for man convicted of attempting to steal hedge clippers
Fair Wayne Bryant was convicted under habitual offender laws. In dissent, Chief Justice calls the statute the “modern manifestation” of laws meant to “re-enslave African Americans”
