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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.

Data show steep declines in New Orleans arrests over past several days

Some low-level, non-violent arrests continue.
by Nick Chrastil March 25, 2020 Updated July 29, 2020

State may activate convention center to house coronavirus patients

Board chairman Melvin Rodrigue said a decision could come down from the state "by the end of the day" on Wednesday.
by Michael Isaac Stein March 25, 2020 Updated April 1, 2020

New Orleans schools meal service to go to two days per week, will still provide five days worth of food

Meal pickups will only be open Monday and Wednesday beginning next week.
by Marta Jewson March 24, 2020 Updated March 24, 2020

LCMC CEO: Protective gear ‘is at low levels’

UMC employee concerned about health, reports sharing gear with other staff.
by Charles Maldonado March 24, 2020 Updated March 24, 2020

As courts move to videoconferences, a fight for public access

Watchdog group says that public access is a “constitutional and traditional right, especially during these critical times.”
by Nick Chrastil March 23, 2020 Updated March 23, 2020

The Advocate furloughing employees and cutting staff hours

Layoffs are related to advertising losses due to the coronavirus pandemic. Executives say they hope the cuts are temporary.
by Michael Isaac Stein and Nicholas Chrastil March 23, 2020 Updated March 23, 2020

Employees report rationing of protective gear at Touro, hospital administration denies it

A UMC employee says that supplies there are fine for now, but worries about what could come.
by Charles Maldonado March 23, 2020 Updated March 25, 2020

Governor issues statewide stay-at-home order

Order goes into effect at 5 p.m. Monday.
by Charles Maldonado March 22, 2020 Updated March 23, 2020

New Orleans coronavirus testing sites to expand eligibility to anyone with symptoms

Tests for the public begin Sunday.
by Charles Maldonado March 21, 2020 Updated March 21, 2020

NOLA Public Schools, charters work to feed students, provide internet, amid school closures

District and charter officials say they are screening workers for temperatures before preparing food.
by Marta Jewson March 20, 2020 Updated March 20, 2020

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