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In memory of Ron Ridenhour: Finding the courage to tell terrible truths

The need is only more urgent in a season of political lies.
by Randy Fertel April 10, 2018 Updated November 7, 2019

Einstein Charter Schools hires busing company, looks to settle lawsuit with OPSB over transportation

The Orleans Parish School Board had threatened to pull two of Einstein’s charters because they didn’t bus students.
by Marta Jewson April 6, 2018 Updated November 7, 2019

Almost two years after school officials pledged to protect children from lead in drinking water, they’re still waiting

School district leaders said in July 2016 they would test water. Last year, they decided to install filters instead. But the contract has been delayed.
by Marta Jewson April 6, 2018 Updated November 7, 2019

The Lens to celebrate eight years of accountability at April 25 birthday event

by Nicholas Peddle April 5, 2018 Updated November 7, 2019

Audio: Whiskey Island shows the progress and challenges of beach restoration projects

By this summer, the island will be 1,000 acres larger. But the state will have to periodically rebuild it in the coming years.
by Della Hasselle April 4, 2018 Updated November 7, 2019

Einstein Charter Schools CEO Shawn Toranto resigns amid busing dispute

After meeting for hours behind closed doors, Einstein's board announced her resignation and voted to accept it without discussion.
by Marta Jewson April 3, 2018 Updated November 7, 2019

Three groups apply to run McDonogh 35 Senior High School

Smothers Academy, a charter in Jefferson, is the only long-term applicant to operate the high school.
by Marta Jewson March 28, 2018 Updated November 7, 2019

Affordable housing group says fears about Airbnb’s effect on New Orleans housing have come true

Many Airbnb listings are controlled by relatively few people, and most listings are for whole homes, according to a report from a group that wants to limit short-term rentals.
by Charles Maldonado March 28, 2018 Updated November 7, 2019

Einstein Charter Schools drops opposition to busing students after school district threatens to pull charters

A board member said they didn’t think parents wanted busing, but after talking with them, concluded that’s not true.
by Marta Jewson March 27, 2018 Updated November 7, 2019

Let’s learn from Hollygrove — shutdown sheds light on farmer markets across the region

Fans of local food need to be more knowing shoppers
by Dar Wolnik March 27, 2018 Updated November 7, 2019

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