Jail consent decree left out of Landrieu administration’s proposed 2014 budget
The administration has left it up to the City Council to figure out an amount and how to pay for it.
A share in condo sales looms as point of contention in deal to redevelop World Trade Center
The city is beginning its negotiations with Gatehouse Capital over how much the developer will pay for its lease on the former World Trade Center building. One thing that could influence the negotiations: Gatehouse could turn apartments into condos after five years, which could bring in $135 million. Will the city angle for a cut of condo sales?
Majority of NOMMA students do well in end-of-course tests
State Education Department commends military school for teacher performance.
New Orleans Wetland Bayou Bienvenue proposes Florida Avenue redevelopment
Group's founder described plans for a community garden, farmers' market, amphitheater and nature pavilion.
State formula may provide more money to school
Lusher charter school CEO says increase could be $200 per student.
Live blog recap: Mayor Mitch Landrieu presents 2014 city budget
He'll address the City Council at 10 a.m. to describe his spending plan for the city.
Poor communication between state, city preceded demolition of house during repair
A state employee told the city that Kim James hadn't gotten one grant, but didn't note that she had gotten another.
Enrollment on track for Bricolage Academy
New charter school also doing well with private contributions.
City expected to see modest increase in general-fund money for next budget year
Despite 2 percent bump, city's CAO says budget will be tight because of increasing demands.
Behrman community considers site options
School could remodel, or choose one of two sites on which to rebuild.
