A board member said they didn’t think parents wanted busing, but after talking with them, concluded that’s not true.
Posted inLand Use, Opinion
Let’s learn from Hollygrove — shutdown sheds light on farmer markets across the region
Fans of local food need to be more knowing shoppers
Posted inEnvironment
Temporary pumping stations at outfall canals to be replaced, ending years of rust-related repairs
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers soon will hand over permanent pumping stations at the mouths of New Orleans’ three primary drainage canals. The temporary pumps, which were beset with corrosion for years, will go offline.
Posted inGovernment & Politics, Land Use
As the New Orleans City Council calls for a study of short-term rentals, here’s what we know so far
The city council has called for a study on the effects of the short-term rental law, which has been in effect for a year. The Lens has mapped each license application and talked to residents in affected areas.
Posted inCriminal Justice
Constitutional amendment to require unanimous jury verdicts passes state Senate committee
Louisiana is one of two states that allow non-unanimous verdicts in some felony cases.
Posted inGovernment & Politics, Opinion
Enough! A generation failed by adults is taking to the streets this Saturday
Students march Saturday for gun control
Posted inGovernment & Politics
City council to drop controversial proposal for surveillance cameras at businesses that sell booze
Opponents said the cameras would’ve infringed on people’s privacy.
Posted inCriminal Justice
Criminal complaint filed with Louisiana Attorney General over Cannizzaro’s use of fake subpoenas
Two people allege that prosecutors committed forgery, intimidated witnesses and obstructed justice by sending crime victims and witnesses so-called “DA subpoenas.”
Posted inCharter Schools, Schools
Einstein could lose two charter schools over its busing dispute with the school district
The school district could look for another organization to run the schools or let one start up new schools in their place.
Posted inLand Use, Opinion
Emerging Audubon Park plan: long on ‘amenities,’ short on green space
Study shows shockingly little land left open for unrestricted uses.