Oil and gas companies hold several thousand acres of oyster leases off the coast of Plaquemines Parish. The industry says they’re guarding against frivolous damage claims. Oystermen say they’re trying to avoid accountability.
The case raises questions about last-chance schools themselves.
Political overload is also taking its toll.
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But the judge didn’t recall the arrest warrant until after the case was dropped.
The Louisiana Department of Education said Sophie B. Wright violated the terms of its charter.
Summertime and weekend programs can supercharge learning.
A terrible tragedy should provoke, not stifle, debate.
Thousands of people may be forced to move inland in the coming years, according to the state.
Whether the school remains depends on the proposals, the superintendent says.
