After experts blamed pre-Katrina political hacks for ignoring safety issues, voters chose to have experts serve on levee boards. But Jindal has a litmus test that critics say undermines the changes: He wants members who will oppose a lawsuit against oil and gas companies for wetlands damages.
Basketball tournament planned for March 22. The Net's signature fundraising event features food, beer, music and prizes.
Potential buyers don't get their hoped-for demolition permit for former corner store at Nashville Avenue and Patton Street.
The election was a lopsided win for Landrieu, but it didn't really resolve some nagging questions about the city's current trajectory.
The chairman of the nonprofit that owns the building said the financing wasn’t solid.
Abundant applications for admission will require a lottery, set to begin Feb. 20.
The board discussed and approved a CEO compensation policy.
The Lens' Jessica Williams will interview him on Feb. 13.
French fluency requirement seen as hindrance to more diverse enrollment and access to grants for underserved youth.
Ability to close quickly on the building and finance longer-term makeover called key to winning bid.
