City reviewing disadvantaged-business status of Conley law firm
The Lens reported ties between the black-owned firm and another, raising questions about its independence.
Sheriff agrees to pay $900,000 in legal fees to civil rights group that sued prison
Still to be decided: Who pays for the consent decree — city or sheriff — and how?
Who’s got that public record you want? Government begins to comply with new law
Rep. Chris Broadwater's resolution makes it harder for agencies to stonewall on fulfilling records requests.
Friends of King trying to cover money shortage at Craig
The board shifted $705,000 from Dr. King Charter School to deal with an $848,000 deficit at Joseph A. Craig Charter.
Advice for an ‘aspirational’ city: Can’t find a job? Start a business
We’ve got to turn our “do-gooder” culture into a “job creator” culture.
New charter’s enrollment reaches 122
Homer A. Plessy Community School says it needs to increase fundraising efforts.
What should we do with Charity Hospital?
Since Hurricane Katrina laid waste to the soaring Art Deco masterpiece, it seems like everyone and her uncle has come forward with a plan for the adaptive reuse of Charity Hospital. And yet eight years later it stands empty. The Lens is soliciting the views of our readers and city leaders.
Mayor’s top staff won’t see pay bump during Tropical Storm Karen
They pulled in an extra $200,000 during Hurricane Isaac for being called in to work while City Hall was closed.
Project to restore Bayou St. John shows new approach to water management in New Orleans
Dredging at the mouth of Bayou St. John is nearly complete, with the sediment being used to anchor wetlands that will foster wildlife. The dam that was compared to a coronary blockage has been removed, allowing water to pass more freely. Proponents say the project shows how the city can live with the water around us, rather than fight it.
No explanation provided to City Council for $8 million jump in workers’ comp budget
The spike in claims costs coincided with the hiring of new firm to manage the program.
