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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.
High water and prolonged flooding are changing the ecosystem of the Upper Mississippi River, a new report finds
The report shows increasingly wetter conditions over the past few decades in the floodplain — a trend that, spurred by climate change and land-use practices, looks likely to continue.
Louisiana abortion provider wins temporary restraining order, rendering trigger laws unenforceable for now
The ruling comes just days after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned the landmark Roe v. Wade decision that established the fundamental right to abortion.
After Supreme Court decision, Orleans DA says prosecuting abortions under state trigger law not a priority for his office
Williams called the court decision overturning Roe 'cruel and irresponsible.' His position could lead to conflict with the state's top prosecutor, AG Jeff Landry, who is staunchly anti-abortion and supports prosecution.
City Council approves $35 million for Gordon Plaza residents’ relocation
The remaining residents of the subdivision have been fighting for relocation funding for years.
Louisiana Office of Juvenile Justice now sending some kids in state custody to Alabama, advocacy group says
The youths were transferred to Alabama without notice, according to the Louisiana Center for Children’s Rights.
Council committee opposes Cantrell request to loosen local surveillance restrictions
A majority of a council committee voted to defer the ordinance. But it appears it will still go before the full council as early as next week.
Hutson official says jail staff wasn’t present during fight that left one dead
The sheriff defended her decision to reassign courthouse staff despite criticism from judges, councilmembers.
Cantrell admin official outlined internal ethics concerns with ‘smart cities’ project days before prospective contractor dropped out
The city’s Chief Procurement Officer said that the administration received new information that warranted a reconsideration of the city’s stance on the bid-rigging allegations.
Some Louisiana kids are being shipped to juvenile detention facilities in Mississippi and Alabama, potentially violating state law
Records show that dozens of children have been held out of state in recent years. Advocates say that they are being kept away from families and lawyers.
