Live chat Thursday: Join us for an online conversation with J.P. Morrell
State senator supports Common Core standards, as well as lawsuit against oil and gas companies.
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Government & Politics
Live blog Wednesday: Key committee considers bill to derail Common Core
Meeting starts at 9 a.m. Two key Democrats say they support a compromise that would delay tougher testing.
Live chat Thursday: Rep. Cameron Henry discusses state budget, Common Core
He'll take questions from Lens readers at 1 p.m. Thursday.
Trio of pending bills addresses Louisiana’s welter of early-childhood programs
A separate bill would cover the cost of pre-K programs for all 4-year-olds in Louisiana.
Advocate looking for legislative help to compete for Orleans, Jefferson legal ads
Law now requires publications to have five-year track record before seeking government publishing contracts.
Color by numbers: Mapping election turnout and margin of victory across city
Maps show low turnout in the Irish Channel, where the St. Patrick's Day parade closed streets and brought out crowds. They also show polarization in the coroner's race, with Dr. Jeffrey Rouse winning wealthier, whiter parts of the city. African-American areas went to Dwight McKenna.
Live chat replay: State Rep. Walt Leger discusses New Orleans legislation
At 1 p.m., he'll be online to take your questions and comments.
Dr. Jeffrey Rouse to appear at Breakfast with the Newsmakers
Event starts at 8 a.m. Thursday, March 27.
Audubon Nature Institute won’t disclose finances behind tax campaign until April
Lawyers for Audubon say no money was spent on the campaign until after a pre-election filing deadline.
Live coverage: Track election results as votes are counted for New Orleans races
Sheriff, coroner, City Council at-large, Council District C and the Audubon Commission tax.
