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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.

Detainees in New Orleans, stuck in jail on parole holds, struggle to find legal recourse

Parole revocation hearings have been suspended since March.
by Nick Chrastil April 16, 2020 Updated April 16, 2020

Scientists at Tulane National Primate Research Center studying vaccines, treatments for COVID-19

Testing on primates with DNA similar to humans is key to developing new drugs and getting them approved.
by Leslie Cardé April 16, 2020 Updated April 16, 2020

NOLA Public Schools expects charters to teach through end of school year

Instructional minute and other requirements have been waived, leaving school districts able to chose their last day of school.
by Marta Jewson April 16, 2020 Updated April 16, 2020

Governor closes public schools through end of academic year

Education will continue amid the COVID-19 pandemic, Edwards said.
by Marta Jewson April 15, 2020 Updated April 15, 2020

Louisiana facing highly inflated prices for medical masks

High demand during the coronavirus crisis has caused prices to rise as much as 14 times the usual cost.
by Michael Isaac Stein April 15, 2020 Updated April 16, 2020

One month into closure, New Orleans schools still distributing laptops, hotspots

Access to technology and lack of it — often called the digital divide — have emerged as a critical issue in statewide school closures across the country.
by Marta Jewson April 15, 2020 Updated April 15, 2020

Governor sued over transfer of prisoners with coronavirus to Camp J at Angola

DOC creates furlough panel to determine inmate releases.
by Nick Chrastil April 14, 2020 Updated April 14, 2020

Convention Center officials send clear message that they will move ahead with over $1 billion in developments despite community opposition

Former-State Rep. Walt Leger, the new board chairman of the Convention Center, says the center will push forward with large, controversial developments despite ongoing coronavirus crisis.
by Michael Isaac Stein April 14, 2020 Updated April 14, 2020

New Orleans-area hospitals, researchers find new ways to address testing delays and limited drug supplies during COVID-19 crisis

Area healthcare workers develop faster testing methods, new ventilator techniques and participate in trials for potential treatments.
by Leslie Cardé April 14, 2020 Updated April 16, 2020

Edwards says order closing schools for year is coming Tuesday

The announcement follows a request from state education leaders to cancel the remainder of the academic year.
by Marta Jewson April 13, 2020 Updated April 16, 2020

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