Oakdale inmate dies from COVID-19 two days after scheduled release
‘I would like for you to put in bold letters that we do hold the prison responsible for this,’ the man’s son told The Lens.
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New Orleans to begin reopening the economy May 16, but with more restrictions than rest of state
Cantrell's announcement came just hours before Governor John Bel Edwards announced the end of the state-wide stay at home order.
Scientists race for vaccine, but still struggle to understand how new virus works
New complications seen in a small number of children just one recent wrinkle in learning about what COVID-19 does.
Majority of New Orleans charter schools agree to common calendar for next school year, district says
As the world grapples with the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s unclear if students will return to classrooms in the fall.
Panelists assess coronavirus’ impact on prisons, jails, and criminal justice reform efforts
Nearly 350 state prisoners have tested positive, 80 in New Orleans jail.
Council gives mayor initial green light to borrow $100 million to cover budget shortfalls, calls for extension of eviction moratorium
New Orleans left out of formal statewide protections against electricity shutoffs and late fees during COVID-19 crisis
New Orleans, unlike most of the state, is relying on assurances from Entergy instead of mandating protections through regulatory action.
Virtual graduations, car parades, schools celebrate the Class of 2020 amid ‘stay-at-home order’
Some schools are planning in-person ceremonies later in the summer, others are awaiting word from local officials on restrictions.
Lawsuit filings reveal new details about use of Angola facility to house coronavirus patients
DOC says the plan has “worked very well thus far.” The plaintiffs say inmates don’t receive adequate medical care and conditions are unsanitary.
City Council will consider formal opposition to Convention Center hotel at Thursday meeting
The resolution also urges the Convention Center to release some of its reserves to support struggling hospitality industry workers.
