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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.

NOPD issues warrant for former Singleton Charter CFO amid background checks investigation

The warrant accuses Catrina Reed of theft and injuring public records.
by Marta Jewson May 27, 2021 Updated May 27, 2021

First grant issued by new ‘culture bearer’ fund is $1.2 million to Super Bowl Host Committee

The president of the The New Orleans Tourism and Cultural Fund said the fund already had an “agreement” with the Host Committee to make the payments, but couldn’t say whether that agreement had been formalized or was legally binding.
by Michael Isaac Stein May 26, 2021 Updated May 27, 2021

‘The only hope they may have’: After Supreme Court decision, a bill to address non-unanimous jury convictions to be heard at the legislature on Thursday

The bill is opposed by the Louisiana District Attorneys Association.
by Nick Chrastil May 26, 2021 Updated May 26, 2022

Bricolage names interim CEO days before union election

On Friday, teachers at the school will vote on a union
by Marta Jewson May 26, 2021 Updated May 26, 2021

DA Jason Williams announces decision to prosecute two teenagers as adults, going back on campaign promise

Williams was the only candidate in last year’s election to pledge never to prosecute juveniles in adult court.
by Nick Chrastil May 24, 2021 Updated May 24, 2021

COVID-19 cases in NOLA Public Schools hold steady as school year winds down

People quarantining dropped from 506 to 408.
by Marta Jewson May 24, 2021 Updated May 24, 2021

Dozens of current NOPD officers are on the DA’s list of cops with credibility issues. But some misconduct — including discrimination and unauthorized use of force — doesn’t appear to make the cut.

The list was compiled by the NOPD’s Public Integrity Bureau. DA Jason Williams says he will be creating his own list as well.
by Nick Chrastil May 24, 2021 Updated June 21, 2021

Judge recommends denial of city’s request to pause new jail construction

The city has been ordered to continue work on the controversial Phase III jail facility. But it has asked for a stay pending an appeal. A judge said that request should be denied.
by Nick Chrastil May 21, 2021 Updated May 22, 2021

New COVID variant diagnosed in northern Louisiana

As vaccination rates remain low, possibility of further outbreaks remain.
by Philip Kiefer May 21, 2021 Updated May 21, 2021

Superintendent: NOLA Public Schools will be in-person this fall

Except for health-related accommodations, students and staff will be expected to be on campus this fall.
by Marta Jewson May 20, 2021 Updated May 20, 2021

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