Missing records, state protective order database delays, limited access all created barriers to protection, according to people who spoke to The Lens.
When the COVID-19 pandemic shuttered schools, educators shifted lessons online
The third part of a four-part series on the life and career of New Orleans Judge Frank Shea.
"This system has a dual purpose," Councilman Jason Williams said. "One that seeks justice for the wealthy, historic majority, and one that favors punishment against the poor and historically disenfranchised.”
The furlough review panel, meant to reduce the prison population, has approved just 97 prisoners for release as of Monday
It appeared that 'Phase III' was ready to move forward after years of debate. But with expected shortfalls due to COVID-19, City Hall says a new jail building could take funding away from other priorities.
Charlotte Wilcox and three of her coworkers from Still Perkin' Coffee Shop have been on strike for two weeks.
Catahoula Parish Sheriff admits that he and his deputies were there, but denies intervening.
‘We know that when stress levels increase, children become more at-risk,’ one state official said.
City CAO asked for budget reduction plans to address tax shortfalls from coronavirus closures.
