Public defenders request the release of all non-violent offenders in jail due to coronavirus
The city’s public defenders say detainees need reliable access to soap and hand-sanitizer.
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The Section G Podcast episode 3: The cauldron
Some grew to love it. Others — ones who threatened to slow-up the breakneck pace of proceedings — weren’t allowed to practice in his courtroom at all.
The Section G Project Part 2: An Oral History of Section G
Part 2 in our series on the life and career of New Orleans Judge Frank Shea during the rise of mass incarceration.
Sewerage and Water Board to suspend service shutoffs during coronavirus emergency
The news follows demands from New Orleans City Council members that utilities suspend shutoffs. Entergy New Orleans agreed to suspend some shutoffs.
OPSB approves emergency declaration in response to coronavirus
Move will allow officials to quickly hire nurses, purchase supplies to prepare for potential closures.
New Orleans school announces temporary closure after possible exposure to coronavirus
Lycée Français de la Nouvelle-Orléans to close Thursday and Friday ‘out of an abundance of caution’
‘The time is now’: City Council puts pause on additional public cameras to work on comprehensive surveillance regulations
Councilman Jason Williams said he was prompted to the delay the vote and create new regulations after meeting with the local community group Eye on Surveillance
Schools, jail, hospitals and other agencies detail coronavirus plans
Agencies are increasing cleaning, limiting trips, and schools are preparing for the potential of prolonged closures.
Individuals from three New Orleans public schools staying home as precaution after travel to countries with high coronavirus risk
The individuals traveled over Mardi Gras break, according to officials. There are no confirmed cases of the virus in the state, as of Monday morning.
OPSB member Ben Kleban to resign in June
Kleban plans to move to Washington state with his family. The board will appoint a new member until his term expires in January.
