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Government & Politics

Lloyd J. Medley touts experience as he runs for fourth term as Civil District Judge

His opponent has criticized his courtroom management, but Medley said he’s never gotten a complaint.
by Lucy Dieckhaus October 23, 2014 Updated November 7, 2019

Nakisha Ervin-Knott says she’ll work hard to bring efficiency, respect to Civil District Court

She said Judge Lloyd J. Medley Jr. has treated some women unfairly in court.
by Lucy Dieckhaus October 23, 2014 Updated November 7, 2019

Join The Lens for an Election Night watch party at Rusty Nail in warehouse district

Our unique precinct-by-precinct city map will let you see results roll in as soon as returns are filed.
by Anne Mueller October 22, 2014 Updated November 7, 2019

Landrieu proposes 6 percent increase to city budget; addresses consent decrees

NOPD to see 150 more officers, raises for all officers; city workers to get paid maternity leave.
by Charles Maldonado October 15, 2014 Updated November 7, 2019

Judicial contender says reporter made possible the would-be sting with Marullo

Secret recordings are discouraged, says one journalistic ethic expert, though another says issue isn't so clear.
by Charles Maldonado October 10, 2014 Updated November 7, 2019

Risk-averse agencies slowed Katrina response, and important measures have yet to be implemented, expert contends

Mandatory evacuation may be an impractical response ahead of a hurricane, especially for frail elderly, contends Col. Terry Ebbert, the man who was in charge of New Orleans disaster response when 'the big one' hit.
by Col. Terry Ebbert September 30, 2014 Updated November 7, 2019

Landrieu’s new hiring efforts challenged by another city employees group

Argument hinges on differing requirements for number of Civil Service Commission members.
by Charles Maldonado September 29, 2014 Updated November 7, 2019

Civil Service staff urges 20 percent jump in cop pay — but what about pensions?

If approved by Civil Service and City Council, annual cost to the city would run upwards of $10 million
by Sam Tabachnik September 25, 2014 Updated November 7, 2019

Readying workforce for the boom: a challenge that’s also a huge opportunity

by Michael Hecht September 23, 2014 Updated November 7, 2019

Breakfast with the Newsmakers is back; please join us Thursday at 8 a.m. (video)

We'll discuss alleged profiling of Latinos by NOPD, and the recent burdens put on immigration court.
by Anne Mueller September 19, 2014 Updated November 7, 2019

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