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Picture of paved neutral ground on O.C. Haley

Groups say concrete neutral ground on O.C. Haley is bad water management

The city replaced a narrow grass strip with a wide concrete walkway.
by Bob Marshall October 18, 2016 Updated November 7, 2019

Something in common? Trump, Jackson Square, and ‘The Walking Dead’

Giving the finger to social and political elites.
by C.W. Cannon October 16, 2016 Updated November 7, 2019

The governor vs. Big Oil: Who’s declaring war on whom?

Finally, a governor willing to demand payment for destruction of our coast.
by Anne Rolfes October 12, 2016 Updated November 7, 2019

Should we use diversions or pipelines to rebuild the coast? Maybe we don’t have to choose.

New research shows they can be used together, building more land and reducing harm to fisheries.
by Bob Marshall October 11, 2016 Updated November 7, 2019

Experts will discuss tough choices facing Louisiana as seas rise and land sinks

They’ll be at the Water Symposium on Thursday evening.
by Bob Marshall October 10, 2016 Updated November 7, 2019

Calling on a higher power to save a jazz landmark: Buddy Bolden’s home

Owned by Greater St. Stephen, the crumbling Bolden home lacks even a plaque.
by John McCusker October 9, 2016 Updated November 7, 2019

City of New Orleans appeals ruling that it broke the Public Records Law

Civil District Judge Kern Reese has ruled for The Lens twice; the city has appealed both decisions.
by Marta Jewson October 7, 2016 Updated November 7, 2019
Illustration of Bienville Basin mixed-income housing development

Hey tourists! Live like a local in a taxpayer-subsidized Airbnb apartment

We found nine listings that appear to be in developments built with funds for affordable housing.
by Charles Maldonado October 6, 2016 Updated November 7, 2019

Advisory committee on river diversions to meet in New Orleans on Tuesday

They’ll discuss the latest plans to divert water from the Mississippi River to rebuild the coast.
by Bob Marshall October 3, 2016 Updated November 7, 2019

Fair warning to cowardly legislators: No more excuses on guns

An advocate for common-sense gun laws takes the gloves off.
by Victoria Coy October 3, 2016 Updated November 7, 2019

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