Culinary institute’s $6.2 million bid wins failed ArtWorks complex off Lee Circle
Ability to close quickly on the building and finance longer-term makeover called key to winning bid.
Harney Spirit of Excellence Academy strives for a C; charter renewal at stake, CEO says
Transportation costs near $3,000 as school band prepares for Carnival debut in six parades.
Interim head granted raise as IHS directors continue search for Amato’s replacement
Staff commended on how they handled twin bomb threats in mid-January; building cleared, student later arrested.
Choice Foundation changes how grades are averaged to better reflect Common Core
Electives such as physical education, art and music are now worth a third of a course credit, not a full credit.
Department of Education shrugs off Friends of King’s open-meetings violation
The school didn't notify the public before a retreat that included seven of its nine board members.
Uptown residents say city is dragging feet on Newcomb Boulevard fence removal
The city now says the street must be converted to one-way before it is removed.
Broadmoor Charter Schools Board releases meeting agenda
Tonight's BCSB meeting begins at 6:30pm.
Einstein postpones board meeting to Feb. 11
Next Einstein board meeting: Feb. 11
Opening of Mississippi River bike path delayed as corps fixes problem
A sharp dropoff from the path to the grass poses a danger to cyclists and runners.
New Orleans’ Katrina recovery slows as most of Louisiana loses population to rest of country
An analysis of Census and IRS data challenge some narratives about the city's recovery. Each year, the city gains fewer people after the storm. Meanwhile, the state's population would be dropping if it weren't for international migrants.
