St. James Parish approves solar farm moratorium
Some solar advocates told the council it should instead consider a moratorium on petrochemical projects.
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Official at center of ‘smart cities’ investigation resigns from city
Jonathan Rhodes quit effective Friday, according to the Mayor's Office.
NOLA Public Schools accuses KIPP of violating discipline policies, special education laws
KIPP, New Orleans’ largest charter network, disputes the most serious allegations, saying the district’s review process was inadequate.
‘Dead zone’ smaller than expected, but bigger than desired
Though significantly smaller than expected, this year's dead zone still far exceeds the long-term goal.
New Orleans DA Jason Williams acquitted on all counts
His former law partner was found guilty of four tax charges in a separate case that was tried jointly.
Jury begins deliberations in DA Williams tax trial
Williams, Burdett forgo witnesses, moving straight to closing arguments after prosecution rests.
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.
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.
DA Williams rejected plea deal in federal tax fraud case, attorneys say
Williams trial for tax fraud began on Monday with jury selection.
