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Government & Politics

Occupy New Orleans protest draws large crowd and mixed reactions

The Lens wants readers' impressions of the protest. See end of story for instructions on how to connect with the Public Insight Network and comment on whether you identify with protest goals and messages.
by Matt Davis October 6, 2011 Updated November 7, 2019

Thousands in improperly documented Nagin-era charges foul city's 2010 audit

by Ariella Cohen October 6, 2011 Updated November 7, 2019

Council cuts meeting short and flocks to Hannan's funeral; next time pack a sandwich!

by Karen Gadbois October 6, 2011 Updated November 7, 2019

Council to consider booze issues, begging

by Karen Gadbois October 5, 2011 Updated November 7, 2019

Demolition of St. Charles Avenue landmark denied — for now; Council appeal likely

by Karen Gadbois October 4, 2011 Updated November 7, 2019

Released after three month delay, city audit reveals 2010 budget shortfall

by Ariella Cohen September 30, 2011 Updated November 7, 2019

Sheriff disses mayoral aide at tense meeting on law enforcement spending priorities

by Matt Davis September 29, 2011 Updated November 7, 2019

Steve Gleason, Rafael Delgadillo tragedies test faith: vigil at 6pm

by Mark Moseley September 28, 2011 Updated November 7, 2019

Recipient of controversial nonprofit loan working for Inspector General's Office

by Ariella Cohen September 22, 2011 Updated November 7, 2019

Will strange bedfellows come back to haunt Billy Nungesser?

by Mark Moseley September 22, 2011 Updated November 7, 2019

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