Do ‘tough on crime’ state legislators have the courage to get smart on crime? We’ll soon see
Texas is way ahead of Louisiana on justice reform, and its crime rates have dropped as prison populations shrink.
National journalism organization dedicates support for The Lens’ lawsuit against city
The $10,000 grant announced today will help finance the ongoing battle over purchasing records that the city refuses to release.
Lusher board votes against recognizing union, likely sending matter to an election
The next move is up to the union organizers.
Parking administrator who was forced out says deputy mayor spoke of bid-rigging
Thirty-year employee trying to get job back through Civil Service appeal.
School Board signs no-bid contract for monitoring state tests at some campuses
Two people will visit the schools on one of the days of testing next week.
Dialogue and compromise — not boycotts — key to easing Israel-Palestine torment
Anti-Defamation League district leader rebuts recent pro-Palestine column
Education panelists applaud progress while recognizing need for more growth
Orleans superintendent, other education leaders also discuss unification, transparency at forum
Nothing neutral about the fight over the rebuilding of Napoleon Avenue median
Councilwoman Stacy Head is leading a revolt against the crown.
Enhanced test monitoring at RSD charters likely will be less than promised
Leaders of 20 charter-school organizations pledged to hire outside monitors to oversee all four days of state testing, but it appears that most will pay for only one day. Further, none of the charter groups contacted by The Lens sought competitive bids for the work, which school officials said could run up to $4,250 per day per school, most of which will go to one company.
To accelerate prison reform, put a human face on mass incarceration
Personal stories of redemption behind bars can help America redeem itself from failed prison policies.
