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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.

Civil rights lawyers in federal bail suit ask judge to hold New Orleans Magistrate Harry Cantrell in contempt of court

Lawyers say that in spite of a legal agreement, Cantrell still fails to consider defendants' ability to pay. In a second motion, they are asking for him to stop setting cash bail altogether.
by Nick Chrastil January 22, 2020 Updated January 22, 2020

Appeals court denies Kennedy HS operator's request to be taken out of graduation scandal lawsuit

The attorney representing the students and families suing the school accused the charter network of delay tactics.
by Marta Jewson January 21, 2020 Updated January 21, 2020

Convention Center spent $1.35 million for products made by prison labor over past decade, board member calls for living wage requirement

Board member says he will introduce a proposal for the convention center to adopt the city’s living wage ordinance, which requires contractors to pay employees at least $11.19 per hour.
by Michael Isaac Stein January 21, 2020 Updated January 22, 2020

Cantrell proposal would turn tourism marketing agency into grant fund for 'culture bearers'

The changes result from mayor’s ‘fair share’ infrastructure deal, merging NOTMC with New Orleans & Co.
by Michael Isaac Stein January 17, 2020 Updated January 18, 2020

Initial district reviews of HS student credits detail array of issues

The district adopted new high school review process in the wake of a graduation scandal at John F. Kennedy High School last spring.
by Marta Jewson January 17, 2020 Updated January 17, 2020

Environmental groups say state is moving too quickly on permits for proposed Plaquemines oil terminal

by Sophie Kasakove January 17, 2020 Updated January 17, 2020

After controversial ban on live outdoor music, City Council calls for clarification and recommendations for new laws

The interpretation is ‘effectively prohibiting outdoor live entertainment,” according to the City Planning Commission.
by Michael Isaac Stein January 16, 2020 Updated January 16, 2020

In final vote, council approves use of Temporary Detention Center for inmates with acute mental health needs

The ordinance also creates an inmate cap of 1,250, replacing the 1,438 bed cap.
by Nick Chrastil January 16, 2020 Updated January 16, 2020

After school bus crash, NOLA Schools Superintendent reports more buses pass inspection

by Marta Jewson January 15, 2020 Updated January 15, 2020

Preliminary Convention Center hotel deal could be done by end of month, but details won’t be immediately available for board or public

The board won’t be clued in until the time comes to sign the closing documents, which isn’t expected to happen until June.
by Michael Isaac Stein January 14, 2020 Updated January 14, 2020

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