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Government & Politics

2 cent cell phone fee riles governor; House ignores Jindal’s plea to kill bill

by Tyler BridgesApril 17, 2013November 7, 2019

Aide to governor warned that Washington-based group would score measure as a tax increase.

Schools

NOPD says feds now looking into 2011 embezzlement from Lusher Charter School

by Tom GogolaApril 17, 2013November 7, 2019

So far Lauren Hightower has not been charged with any crime, though she admitted taking money from the school.

Land Use, Opinion

Delicate balance: neighborhood peace vs. the city’s great treasure — its music

by Alex RawlsApril 17, 2013November 7, 2019

Alex Rawls asks: “Does the relatively free-range nature of New Orleans’ nightlife add to the city’s mystique, even for those who finish their drinks before they leave the bar and are in bed by 11?”

Charter Schools

John Mac charter school leaders are concerned about making payroll

by Jessica Williams and Della HasselleApril 17, 2013November 7, 2019

School leaders warn they will need additional funding in order to pay their 45 employees on April 30.

Charter Schools

Two nights of Lycée CEO interviews likely to happen behind closed doors

by Marta JewsonApril 17, 2013November 7, 2019

Though it none of the candidates are expected to be at the school in person, it does appear that all of the interviews will likely take place in executive session.

Charter Schools

New Orleans Federal Alliance phased out of its role in the new NOMMA school, leader says

by Joshua JohnstonApril 17, 2013November 7, 2019

Now, the Algiers Development District will oversee the development in the long term, school leader says.

Schools

Ouch! Schools face last-minute funding cut; state denies vouchers are to blame

by Jessica WilliamsApril 16, 2013November 7, 2019

Enrollment levels are at the heart of a per-pupil state funding cut that appears likely to trim budgets by 4 percent in the remaining months of the school year.

Charter Schools