One bill would create a prison medical advisory council. The other would eliminate prisoner co-pays.
Posted inSchools
School Board selects three finalists for superintendent
NOLA Public Schools officials announce school relocations.
Posted inCoronavirus
COVID-19 cases drop again in schools as city, district lift restrictions
The district dropped its universal masking recommendation and city officials lifted their vaccination or negative test requirement for certain businesses on Monday.
Posted inBehind The Lens
Behind The Lens episode 161: ‘Out of courtesy for the candidates’
New City Council district maps. OPSB moves ‘one or more’ superintendent candidates forward. And a federal judge tells the city to move forward on the controversial Phase III facility.
Posted inGovernment & Politics
Council flexes budgetary power in dispute with Mayor over unfinished roadwork, struggling departments
Council members say they are trying to use the power of the purse to force Cantrell to improve city services and communication. The measures are expected to go to a final vote next month.
Posted inOpinion
Let’s listen to New Orleans youth
Supporting our city’s youth should start with listening to their perspectives, and the New Orleans Citywide Youth Survey gives us that opportunity.
Posted inCriminal Justice
Judge to city: No more delays on Phase III
City now says FEMA is causing delays.
Posted inGovernment & Politics
City Council finalizes new district map, but redistricting debate will continue
All of Treme going to District C, Broadmoor to B. Lower 9th Ward to remain in District E.
Posted inNews
Jail healthcare contract still undecided after selection committee defers vote
Wellpath has held the contract, worth millions per year, since 2014.
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School board advances 7 superintendent candidates
The candidates will undergo a more thorough background and reference check and finalists will be interviewed again in the coming weeks.