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Betsy DeVos praises 'creative' school reforms on New Orleans visit

DeVos called New Orleans 'a really great and important example' to the nation in how to lead change.

 

Suspect tries to break into marked police cruiser, is caught on video: NOPD

Police believe the suspect is involved in other vehicle burglaries in the area.

 

No electric scooter share program in New Orleans for now

City Council and Mayor Cantrell say they're pumping the brakes on a proposed six-month pilot, citing safety and infrastructure concerns.

 

Metairie train derailment forces temporary road closures

The fire department responded and found "no loss of integrity" to the tanker, injuries or damaged property. They cleared the scene at 6:15 a.m.

 

Algiers riverfront development put on hold for study

City Councilwoman Kristin Gisleson Palmer says she wants a six-month break in big projects until future plans can be crafted.

 

Razor-close Senate vote ends Kavanaugh debate; confirmation vote next

The official confirmation vote for Kavanaugh is expected to take place Saturday.

 

St. Tammany Council OKs Brister's CAO choice

The council in a 12-1 vote confirmed Kelly Rabalais as the parish's chief administrative officer.

 

Louisiana still lags behind nation when it comes to saving energy, report says

A new report ranks Louisiana 46th in the nation for its energy-saving efforts.

 

16-year-old girl robbed in CBD Thursday evening: NOPD

Police are also investigating a second armed robbery and four simple robberies.

 

Coroner IDs man who died while in NOPD custody, says no major injuries found

Steven Portis died in the hospital after officers noticed that he was not breathing, according to NOPD Superintendent Michael Harrison.

 

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