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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.

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.
by Marta Jewson March 6, 2020 Updated March 6, 2020

The Section G Podcast episode 2: ‘Speedy is his name’

In this episode, we look at Frank Shea’s career, some of its historical context, and talk with a man who watched Shea operate for over 20 years, became his political rival and developed some strong feelings about him
by Nick Chrastil March 5, 2020 Updated January 6, 2021

Part 1: The Strange Career of Judge Frank Shea

The first in a four-part series on the life and career of Criminal District Court Judge Frank Shea.
by Nick Chrastil March 5, 2020 Updated March 11, 2020

NOLA Public Schools prepares for potential spread of coronavirus

Administrators with NOLA Public Schools met with charter school leaders Tuesday to discuss coronavirus preparations.
by Marta Jewson March 3, 2020 Updated April 13, 2020

Former Coghill staff demand district take over school immediately

Teachers cite a hostile work environment, dozens of departing staff as reasons the district shouldn't wait until summer. The president of the United Teachers of New Orleans penned a similar request.
by Marta Jewson March 3, 2020 Updated March 3, 2020

NOLA Public Schools to meet with charter leaders on coronavirus

Senior administrators from the NOLA Public Schools district will meet with charter school leaders Tuesday to discuss “how to plan for” potential impacts from the coronavirus in the city’s public schools.
by Marta Jewson March 2, 2020 Updated April 13, 2020

Convention Center proposes settlement over disputed public transit dollars

The proposal would reduce the Regional Transit Authority's payments to the tourism industry to $3 to $4 million a year, down from roughly $7 million.
by Michael Isaac Stein February 27, 2020 Updated February 27, 2020

Majority of Kennedy HS seniors ‘on track’ to graduate on time, CEO says

Some seniors are still making up for required exams and classes from previous years.
by Marta Jewson February 27, 2020 Updated February 27, 2020

The Section G Podcast episode 1: Erin Hunter

A series on the life and career of controversial New Orleans Judge Frank Shea during the rise of mass incarceration.
by Nick Chrastil February 26, 2020 Updated January 6, 2021

Judge awards Lens $30,000 in attorney’s fees for fake subpoena records suit

The lawsuit has stretched on for nearly three years.
by Marta Jewson February 20, 2020 Updated February 20, 2020

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