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Livingston Parish residents worry about CO2 pipeline proximity
Livingston Parish residents are speaking out against the construction of a carbon dioxide pipeline they say will bring risks right up to their backyards and near community schools.
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8mAfter landmark voting rights ruling, plaintiffs target Louisiana’s lone majority-Black congressional district
The same group that successfully brought the case that eliminated the 6th Congressional District is now pressing to get the 2nd Congressional District redrawn. Voting rights groups in the state are trying to stop that from happening.
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6mCity Planning Commission recommends short-term rental policy changes
The City Planning Commission reviewed transit study recommendations, suggesting the city to adopt a motion to redefine current short-term rental definitions and regulations.
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13mLeah Chase School could close under new district framework
A measure approved by an Orleans Parish School Board committee could put the direct-run Leah Chase School at risk, despite a large donation from school supporters.
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4mHenry "Teddy" Stewart, a public servant whose work vastly impacted City of Kenner
A minister and entrepreneur, Stewart's community work focused on civil rights, public safety and economic self-sufficiency.
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6mRTA board selects Justin Augustine III as CEO
Augustine previously led the RTA when it was under private management.