In 1873, P.B.S. Pinchback, a Black man, was elected by a Republican Louisiana state legislature to serve in a vacant seat in ...
New Orleans budget transparency is essential to restoring public trust. Nellie Catzen outlines reforms to improve accountability and public engagement.
Lycée Français enrollment decline raises concerns as New Orleans parents and teachers describe leadership disputes, staff turnover and legal battles.
New Orleans public transit funding is critical as the youth Opportunity Pass faces uncertainty and riders struggle to access jobs and essential services.
New Orleans 2027 budget cuts threaten essential services. The Big Easy Budget Coalition urges the City Council to protect housing, health and youth programs.
Brandon Guidry, known as Lil Real One, was handcuffed and shackled when another incarcerated man stabbed him, according to ...
The Big Easy Budget Coalition, a collective of over 40 organizations, is advocating for public investments that address the root causes of violence, including systemic disinvestment, poverty, lack of ...
Meta's Louisiana data center faces a court challenge over undisclosed energy demands, projected jobs and billions in ...
New Orleans Health and Human Services budget cuts threaten mental health crisis response, homeless services and maternal ...
For more than a decade, we have reported on issues as well as public policy meant to address the needs of residents. The Lens seeks to focus on the inherent inequality that has created a multi-tiered ...
For more than a decade, we have reported on issues as well as public policy meant to address the needs of residents. The Lens seeks to focus on the inherent inequality that has created a multi-tiered ...
NOLA Public Schools chronic absenteeism affects 31% of students. Learn how the district is helping families overcome barriers and reconnect students to school.