About 250 times a day, a New Orleans police officer calls the 911 center to check in for a "paid detail" assignment — a private security job paying up to $39 an hour. Meanwhile, some people calling 911 wait so long for an answer, they hang up before reaching anyone.
How stunning was Jindal's setback? Consider: A GOP governor couldn’t convince a GOP Legislature in a red state to help him cut income taxes — his No. 1 priority.
The candidates include two CPAs, a retired school administrator, an architect, an engineer and a finance and real estate expert.
Researcher says he was surprised at how many people said they would help and how much they would commit.
Cutbacks in public defenders office means defense lawyers often don't make it to hearings.
All Collegiate Academies schools have been housed in modular trailers since Hurricane Katrina, leaving parents and school leaders anxious to move into permanent facilities.
Neighborhood leader says the parking that would come with the courts would destroy the bayou's beauty.
State funding cut would cost the school $140,000 next school year.
Board seeks members with skill sets including finance, fundraising or facilities management. Prior charter board experience is deemed a plus.
