President Joe Biden took the first steps towards decriminalizing marijuana and fulfilled a campaign promise on Thursday by pardoning all prior offenses of simple marijuana possession. The move will affect thousands of Americans across the US. During the announcement, Biden also urged governors to take similar steps at the state level.
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Does Laurie White Still Meet Qualifications To Serve as an Orleans Parish Judge?
October 5, 2022Laurie A. White has been a judge for Section A of the Orleans Parish Criminal District Court for 15 years with her current term set to end in 2026.
Louisiana Congressional Candidate Gives Birth in New Campaign Ad Attacking Abortion Ban
October 4, 2022Louisiana congressional candidate Katie Darling released a new campaign ad this week attacking Louisiana’s near-total abortion ban. The ad contains footage of Darling giving birth – and has made headlines across the nation.
Guest Column: Tackling Crime in New Orleans Should Involve a Holistic Approach
October 3, 2022Recently the Wall Street Journal printed a headline stating, “New Orleans Has America’s No.1 Murder Rate. ‘We’re in a Crisis”.A headline that not only affects our hospitality industry, but also the safety and psyche of the people who live and work here.
Cantrell’s Woes Continue: Judge Blocks Wisner Funds, Watchdog Group Investigates Apartment Use
September 30, 2022The punches keep rolling in for beleaguered mayor LaToya Cantrell. A civil court judge has temporarily blocked the use of all Wisner funds without court approval. Following that news, the Metropolitan Crime Commission (MCC) released a report showing that Cantrell has been living in an Upper Pontalba apartment, and asked that the council investigate whether or not Cantrell has been paying rent.
Recall Petition Drive Has Garnered More Than 10,000 Signatures; One-Fifth of Goal
September 27, 2022Eileen Carter (center) announces that more than 10,000 Orleans Parish registered voters have signed the petition to recall Mayor LaToya Cantrell
New Orleans Children & Youth Planning Board “Heartbroken” By Court Ruling Allowing Youth Incarceration at Angola
September 26, 2022The New Orleans Youth Planning Board issued a statement denouncing a federal court ruling allowing Gov. John Bel Edwards’ plan to house currently incarcerated youth at Angola – one of the largest maximum security prisons in the country – to move forward.
Council Moves to Halt Distribution of Wisner Trust Funds
September 23, 2022On Thursday, the New Orleans City Council filed a motion for a temporary restraining order and preliminary injunction to stop Mayor LaToya Cantrell and her administration from distributing any funds from the Wisner Trust without council approval. The motion is part of an ongoing lawsuit filed in July.
Cantrell Woes Continue to Multiply with Hits from Council and Ex NOPD Chief
September 21, 2022Both headlines come in the midst of a recall effort that is already proving more successful than expected and appears to be driven by the group considered most likely to support Cantrell – New Orleans women.
Sen. Bill Cassidy Among 97 Congressmen Who Traded in Companies Affected By Their Committees
September 14, 2022Louisiana Senator Bill Cassidy was one of 97 congressional members who traded stock, bonds, or financial assets in companies directly affected by actions taken in committees those congressmembers are members of.
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