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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.

After mediation with NOLA Public Schools, Singleton clears background check warning

The Superintendent has announced his intent to revoke the school's charter.
by Marta Jewson July 23, 2021 Updated July 23, 2021

Prisoners at David Wade Correctional facility went on hunger strike to protest conditions, alleged overuse of restrictive housing

Prisoners participating in the action described a lack of mental health and medical care, being denied access to their families and attorneys and being exposed to extreme temperatures.
by Nick Chrastil July 23, 2021 Updated July 23, 2021

NOLA Public Schools to require masks amid delta variant surge

The news is a reversal of the district’s previous return to school plan.
by Marta Jewson July 22, 2021 Updated July 22, 2021

Judge denies city’s attempt to halt Phase III jail construction

Cantrell administration hoped to delay work on the facility, which it opposes, pending an appeal of a January court order to move forward with it.
by Nick Chrastil July 22, 2021 Updated July 24, 2021

As COVID cases rise, Cantrell stops short of new restrictions, but issues mask ‘advisory’

Daily COVID cases have increased 800 percent over two weeks in New Orleans.
by Philip Kiefer July 21, 2021 Updated July 21, 2021

After pandemic break, OPSB returns to in-person meetings next week

Boardroom capacity will be limited with overflow space in the lobby.
by Marta Jewson July 21, 2021 Updated July 21, 2021

Opponents of proposal to move City Hall to Municipal Auditorium must come up with their own plan — without city resources — mayor says at meeting

‘You have 90 days to identify another use’ to secure FEMA funding for the building, or the city moves forward with the City Hall plan, Cantrell said on Tuesday.
by Jordan Hirsch July 21, 2021 Updated July 21, 2021

Judge dismisses prisoner’s lawsuit against parole board, but calls allegations ‘extremely troubling’

Angola prisoner Bobby Sneed sued the state parole board after it rescinded his release order, charging that the board and its director ignored procedure and law to retaliate against him for going public with his case.
by Nick Chrastil July 21, 2021 Updated July 21, 2021

Immigrant advocacy groups file administrative complaint alleging ICE fails to follow release protocols

The complaint follows the release of 80 Haitian immigrants last week.
by Madeline Aruffo July 19, 2021 Updated July 20, 2021

City Council passes resolution opposing Phase III of the New Orleans jail, supporting retrofit

The city has been ordered to move forward with construction of the facility, but that will require the City Council’s approval.
by Nick Chrastil July 15, 2021 Updated July 15, 2021

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