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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.

Governor: ‘You can get rid of the declaration, but you’re not going to get rid of the emergency’

Legislators reportedly have enough signatures to suspend COVID-19 restrictions. Edwards had not yet received a copy by Friday afternoon.
by Philip Kiefer October 23, 2020 Updated October 23, 2020

Behind The Lens episode 103: ‘Safeguarded and removed as far as humanly possible from any form of political influence’

The OPSB elections. Civil Service and the Mayor's Office. And more material witness warrants connected to a DA candidate.
by Carolyne Heldman October 23, 2020 Updated March 11, 2021

School Board approves additional COVID-19 spending, recruitment contract

The district has struggled with teacher turnover and officials hope local recruitment will help.
by Marta Jewson October 23, 2020 Updated October 23, 2020

OPSB election profile: Districts 5, 6 and 7

Read interviews with the candidates and search through their campaign contributions.
by Marta Jewson October 23, 2020 Updated October 27, 2020

In hearing on Jason Williams’ tax fraud case, defense questions investigator’s impartiality

An IRS special agent who oversaw the criminal probe into Williams is questioned about her friendships with councilman’s ex-wife and opponent in DA race.
by Nick Chrastil October 22, 2020 Updated October 27, 2020

NOLA Public Schools reports 11 new COVID-19 cases, 121 quarantining

Cases in schools remain low, but some new school sites reported cases this week.
by Marta Jewson October 22, 2020 Updated October 22, 2020

Court rules Kennedy HS students have grounds to sue OPSB, BESE after graduation scandal

by Marta Jewson October 22, 2020 Updated October 22, 2020

State, city of New Orleans offer free flu vaccines Saturday and Monday

Mass vaccination will act as a dry run for a COVID-19 vaccine distribution, an LDH official told The Lens.
by Philip Kiefer October 22, 2020 Updated October 22, 2020

OPSB election profile: Districts 3 and 4

Read interviews with the candidates and search through their campaign contributions.
by Marta Jewson October 22, 2020 Updated October 27, 2020

City shuts down competing plan for French Quarter security

A French Quarter sales tax has funded State Police patrols for several years. But the city wants to end that agreement, instead using the tax for supplemental NOPD and civilian patrols.
by Michael Isaac Stein October 21, 2020 Updated October 21, 2020

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