Skip to content

Focused On

  • Lens Carnival Edition
  • ICE in Orleans
  • Justice
  • In the N.O.
  • Opinion

Main Navigation

The Lens
  • Subscribe
  • ❤ Donate
The Lens
  • Subscribe
  • ❤ Donate

Focused On

  • Lens Carnival Edition
  • ICE in Orleans
  • Justice
  • In the N.O.
  • Opinion

Topics

  • Criminal Justice
  • Environment
  • Government & Politics
  • Land Use
  • Schools

Sign Up for the Latest News

  • The Lens Newsletter
  • About The Lens
  • Our Staff

Follow The Lens

  • Bluesky
  • Instagram
  • Facebook

Listen to Behind The Lens Podcast

  • Spotify
  • Lens Carnival Edition
  • Criminal Justice
  • Schools
  • Opinion
  • In the N.O.
  • Environment
  • Podcast
  • About The Lens
  • Support Us

Category
Government & Politics

IG official says city’s ex-parking chief hindered investigation of her officers

But in appeal of her dismissal, administrator denies accusation, says she was fired for blowing the whistle.
by Charles Maldonado June 30, 2016 Updated November 7, 2019

Trump with tea and crumpets: What Brexit says about England — and America

At the heart of the fiasco called Brexit was a dark force all too familiar over here: racism
by Matt Davis June 29, 2016 Updated November 7, 2019

State says it’s still waiting on Gusman to prove deputies should get extra pay

Gusman hasn’t provided proper paperwork to show they’re eligible for a $500 monthly pay bump.
by Charles Maldonado June 15, 2016 Updated November 7, 2019

International High School teachers will vote on joining union next week

It will be the second union election at a charter school in two weeks.
by Marta Jewson May 19, 2016 Updated November 7, 2019

Lusher teachers reject union

The tally: 54 votes by teachers for the union, 77 against.
by Marta Jewson May 17, 2016 Updated November 7, 2019

City’s 911 call center keeps enough staffing despite unexpected departures

At least 14 police employees left the emergency call center because of changes.
by Charles Maldonado May 4, 2016 Updated November 7, 2019

Old Hickory axed from $20 bill; so is it time to rename Jackson Square?

Harriet Tubman is a fine choice for the $20 bill, but don't lump Jackson with the Confederates.
by C.W. Cannon May 2, 2016 Updated November 7, 2019

Office of Inspector General cleared in ethics investigation

Ethics board drops Quatrevaux and OIG investigator from probe. Others still being investigated.
by Charles Maldonado April 28, 2016 Updated November 7, 2019

Parking administrator who was forced out says deputy mayor spoke of bid-rigging

Thirty-year employee trying to get job back through Civil Service appeal.
by Charles Maldonado April 21, 2016 Updated November 7, 2019

Dialogue and compromise — not boycotts — key to easing Israel-Palestine torment

Anti-Defamation League district leader rebuts recent pro-Palestine column
by Allison Padilla-Goodman April 21, 2016 Updated November 7, 2019

Posts navigation

  • «
  • 1
  • …
  • 68
  • 69
  • 70
  • 71
  • 72
  • …
  • 176
  • »

About The Lens

The Lens fights to reveal and report on issues that impact the community and the region. Staunchly defending the public's right to know and deeply committed to sharing our knowledge with the community at large. We center human impact in all our work.

Our reporting has more urgency than ever.

Sign up to get the latest news on New Orleans and the Gulf South sent directly to your inbox.

 
 

Support The Lens

We depend on your support. A generous gift in any amount helps us continue to bring you this service.

Donate Now

Most Popular

For 100 years, Big Oil knew it was turning Louisiana’s coast into ‘Swiss cheese,’ records showFor 100 years, Big Oil knew it was turning Louisiana’s coast into ‘Swiss cheese,’ records showMarch 18, 2026Emily SandersEnvironment
As gas prices soar, Trump is ignoring the lessons of the last oil crisisAs gas prices soar, Trump is ignoring the lessons of the last oil crisisMarch 16, 2026Jake Bittle, GristEnvironment
Abortion pill crackdowns clear two legislatures; Hawley looks to revoke mifepristone’s FDA approvalAbortion pill crackdowns clear two legislatures; Hawley looks to revoke mifepristone’s FDA approvalMarch 16, 2026Elisha BrownHealth

The Lens
The Lens fights to reveal and report on issues that impact the community and the region. Staunchly defending the public's right to know and deeply committed to sharing our knowledge with the community at large. We center human impact in all our work.
  • Bluesky
  • Instagram
  • Facebook
  • About The Lens
  • Our Staff
  • Employment
  • Contact us
  • Corrections
  • Support The Lens
  • Get The Lens Newsletter
INN Member LION Member
© 2024 The Lens. All Rights Reserved.

Our reporting has more urgency than ever.


For more than a decade, we have reported on issues as well as public policy meant to address the needs of residents. The Lens seeks to focus on the inherent inequality that has created a multi-tiered system. We, at The Lens seek to uncover, illuminate, inform and take part in a forward-looking community. Join us.

 
 

Continue to The Lens