DOJ, Sheriff Gusman, and civil rights lawyers all oppose city’s request to stop work on Phase III of New Orleans jail
The city has called the new building a “waste of taxpayer dollars”
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.
Louisiana, Orleans Parish 2019 graduation rates down from previous year
The graduation rate data showed a 17-point drop at John F. Kennedy High School.
Proposed city laws would discourage arrests for minor crimes, require disclosure of body cam footage to defendants
As New Orleans schools plan virtual reopening, 20 percent of students may still lack internet access
NOLA Public Schools district preps for COVID-19 reopening and running a school directly.
‘A major paradigm shift’: New Orleans hires former short-term rental executive to lead land use regulation
Peter Bowen will run a brand new office, called the Office of Business and External Services, that will try to blend land use regulation with business development
New jail monitors’ report notes jail improvements, warns against “pushback” by Sheriff’s Office
Report could influence federal court decisions on Phase III, Sheriff Gusman's request for control of jail
Four charged with nepotism at Coghill Charter School, state ethics board alleges
Two board members and their family members, who worked at the school, were charged with violating state ethics laws.
Cannizzaro will not seek third term as DA
The DA plans to retire at the end of his second term, marking an end to a long career in local criminal justice.
In court filing, jail official blasts city’s request to halt work on new mental health unit
Four Orleans Parish School Board members seek reelection as qualifying begins
Newly appointed interim board member is seeking a full term.
