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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.

A report on special education at Bricolage Academy showed serious shortcomings, but it was never presented to the school’s board

Parents obtained a 17-page report on the school months after it was prepared and presented to administrators, and only after hiring a lawyer.
by Marta Jewson October 6, 2020 Updated October 10, 2020

In court, city argues it can’t afford new jail building

Hearings on long-contemplated Phase III began Tuesday morning with attorneys saying the city’s budget situation is too precarious to take on millions of dollars in new expenses related to the proposed jail building.
by Nick Chrastil October 6, 2020 Updated October 6, 2020

Mayor Cantrell plans to partially furlough all city employees through end of the year

by Michael Isaac Stein October 5, 2020 Updated October 5, 2020

Sheriff’s Office deployed pepper spray in jail’s COVID-19 unit

The pepper spray discharge occurred after a fight. One detainee has since been charged for his involvement, several months after the incident.
by Nick Chrastil October 5, 2020 Updated November 23, 2020

At tax fraud hearing, lawyers for Jason Williams and law partner claim vindictive prosecution, intimidation tactics

City Council President and candidate for DA Jason Williams is seeking to have his 11-count felony indictment tossed.
by Nick Chrastil October 2, 2020 Updated October 27, 2020

Two COVID-19 cases, 10 quarantining, as the district plans to reopen to older students

NOLA Public Schools officials said the district will remain in phase 2, despite the city’s move to “phase 3.1.”
by Marta Jewson October 1, 2020 Updated October 1, 2020

New Orleans to move into ‘phase 3.1’

Seventy-five percent capacity at restaurants, other businesses beginning Saturday. Bars will be able to reopen for to-go service.
by Michael Isaac Stein October 1, 2020 Updated December 18, 2020

Entering second year, district’s high school reviews could carry consequences

NOLA Public Schools began reviewing high school student records after a graduation scandal at John F. Kennedy High School in 2019.
by Marta Jewson September 30, 2020 Updated September 30, 2020

Tourism industry groups cut funding for French Quarter security and improvements

New Orleans and Company wants a refund of unspent money. But the city isn’t handing it over.
by Michael Isaac Stein September 30, 2020 Updated October 5, 2020

Chief public defender takes leave of absence amid judicial campaign

by Nick Chrastil September 30, 2020 Updated October 27, 2020

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