Category: News
Timely coverage of the people, policies, and events shaping New Orleans and Louisiana. This category delivers clear, factual reporting that keeps readers informed about local government, community issues, and stories that matter most to everyday residents.
NOLA Public Schools warns Rooted School over grading scale
Over its first four years, Rooted used a grading scale that did not include ‘D’s. That changed Monday.
1,000 teachers to be vaccinated this week, district officials say
The district has conducted 850 truancy checks amid the pandemic, as enrollment and attendance are down.
‘Seething and bewildered’: Entergy New Orleans shut off three times more power than it had to during rolling blackouts
The City Council plans a vote on whether to open a formal investigation.
Disciplinary practices at Angola lead to hunger strike among a handful of prisoners
Officials confirm that some prisoners have been kept in disciplinary segregation longer than what rules call for.
NOLA Public Schools COVID-19 cases drop after holiday as high school students return to campus
Teachers are newly eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine.
French Quarter security patrols run out of money
Mayor LaToya Cantrell and The French Quarter Management are pointing fingers at each other over who's to blame.
Tulane School of Medicine faces backlash over suspension of administrator who alleged discrimination
The university denies claims of racial discrimination, but it announced a new diversity and inclusion initiative.
Behind The Lens episode 116: Modified Phase 1B
Back to school, now with vaccine for teachers. If they can get them. And a Tulane School of Medicine administrator alleges discrimination at the university.
NOLA Public Schools reopen campuses Monday; teachers to be added to vaccine eligibility list
School staff will be eligible for vaccination beginning next week.
