First week of trial against DA Jason Williams wraps up with testimony from IRS investigator and Williams’ ex-wife
The prosecution is expected to continue its case with more witnesses on Monday.
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River Parish rejects solar farm ban, clearing way for possible future development
The council will engage with a third-party entity to study the economic and environmental impacts of such projects.
DA’s former tax preparer testifies in federal fraud trial
Cross-examination of the key government witness will continue on the trial's fourth day, July 21
Parish in Chemical Corridor, which has historically welcomed petrochemical plants, considering outright ban on solar panel farms
There are more than 30 industrial sites in the parish.
Jury hears opening arguments in tax fraud case against DA Jason Williams
If convicted, Williams could lose his law license and would likely be forced to step down as DA.
Einstein charter school graduation problems appear similar to 2019 Kennedy HS scandal
Record-keeping, online classes again appeared to leave seniors ineligible for diplomas, despite new processes adopted by NOLA Public Schools district.
DA Williams rejected plea deal in federal tax fraud case, attorneys say
Williams trial for tax fraud began on Monday with jury selection.
DA Jason Williams heads to trial in federal tax fraud case
If convicted, Williams would likely be forced to step down as district attorney.
Environmental groups slam nation’s largest exporter of natural gas for trying to skirt EPA emissions rule
Houston-based Cheniere asks to be exempt from rule limiting hazardous emissions, including formaldehyde.
Jail staff ignored medical and mental health needs of detainee who died in custody last summer, lawsuit claims
Lawyers say Anthony Hunt was kept locked in a flooded jail cell prior to his death from an overdose, despite clear signs that he needed medical attention.
