Report: State has saved $150 million from 2017 criminal justice reform legislation package
Over 10,000 fewer people were in prison for nonviolent crimes in 2021 than in 2016.
Category: News
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Top 10 greenhouse gas emitters in Louisiana have paid more than $200 million in local tax revenue due to state-level reforms, data shows
Revenue from those companies represents more than a quarter of the total increase post-reforms.
Mayor Cantrell rolls out draft 2023 budget, setting off weeks-long budget process
The Cantrell administration hopes to get council approval for both her 2023 operating budget and a plan to spend $444 million in one-time funds
City’s first Gordon Plaza buyout offer roughly half the price residents initially proposed for relocation
The owner of the appraised home said she wouldn't accept the offer. Other residents also said the offer was unacceptable.
Louisiana Supreme Court declines to grant new trials for people still in prison on non-unanimous jury convictions
The decision will impact around 1,500 cases.
Controversial $70M BioDistrict tax diversion approved by City Council
The contract has been withdrawn several times over the last year to fix issues raised by residents.
New BGR report endorses Nov. 8 ballot measure to require council confirmation of mayor’s department heads
The ballot measure has been a major point of contention between the Cantrell administration and the measure's lead sponsor, Councilman JP Morrell.
Marijuana pardons passed last year should soon be reflected on criminal records, officials say
The pardons could affect roughly 10,000 cases in New Orleans.
Unintended consequences: Louisiana project highlights unknowns around carbon capture
A Louisiana power company wants to capture its climate emissions, raising concerns about impacts on the state’s water supplies.
