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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.

Cap, gown and mask: Kennedy HS seniors graduate in small ceremonies

The school held dozens of mini-ceremonies to ensure families and graduates could hear their senior’s name read aloud.
by Marta Jewson June 2, 2020 Updated June 2, 2020

City ‘pleasantly surprised’ at April tax collections as it moves to allocate $35 million for housing programs

In response to the death of George Floyd, dozens of residents call for reducing NOPD funding.
by Michael Isaac Stein June 2, 2020 Updated June 2, 2020

Former Kennedy HS principal sues charter group, whistleblower

Brian Gibson was fired last year along with several other administrators at the school.
by Marta Jewson June 2, 2020 Updated June 2, 2020

DA’s office refused nearly half of felony domestic violence cases last year, watchdog group finds

In newly released report, Court Watch NOLA calls for more resources for victims of domestic violence
by Nick Chrastil June 2, 2020 Updated June 2, 2020

Report: New Orleans judges routinely fail to order alleged domestic abusers to relinquish guns

Only 15 people turned over their firearms, according to a watchdog report, despite a state law that requires them to be disarmed.
by Ann Givens, The Trace June 2, 2020 Updated June 1, 2020

New Orleans Parish School Board member could be selected next week

District 5 board member Ben Kleban resigns effective June 15, about seven months shy of the end of his term.
by Marta Jewson June 1, 2020 Updated June 1, 2020

City says funding new jail building would require ‘cutting basic city services’

It appeared that 'Phase III' was ready to move forward after years of debate. But with expected shortfalls due to COVID-19, City Hall says a new jail building could take funding away from other priorities.
by Nick Chrastil June 1, 2020 Updated June 1, 2020

Some New Orleans workers scramble to organize as they’re pushed back into frontline jobs

Charlotte Wilcox and three of her coworkers from Still Perkin' Coffee Shop have been on strike for two weeks.
by Michael Isaac Stein May 29, 2020 Updated December 18, 2020

Drug hyped as viable treatment for COVID-19 makes its way to Louisiana hospitals, but experts remain unsure about effectiveness

Studies have thus far found only limited benefits from remdesivir.
by Leslie Cardé May 29, 2020 Updated December 18, 2020

Early childhood lottery results delayed by COVID-19 closures, district says

Families have until June 5 to verify eligibility information.
by Marta Jewson May 28, 2020 Updated May 28, 2020

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