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Behind The Lens episode 167: ‘Two jurors did not believe the State met its burden of proof’

Posted May 13, 202200:38:38

Government watchdog agencies looking into city roadwork program. COVID is up in local schools. And the state Supreme Court hears a case that could affect...

Behind The Lens episode 166: ‘It seems like no one is interested in getting paid’

Posted May 6, 202200:32:45

Reporter Michael Isaac Stein and host Carolyne Heldman talk about the 'smart cities' scandal at City Hall: what's happened and what's coming next.

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Behind The Lens episode 165: ‘You are hereby commanded to appear’

Posted April 15, 202200:41:02

OPSB offers incoming superintendent $300K per year. Judge threatens city with contempt of court. And the City Council subpoenas the Cantrell administration....

Behind The Lens episode 164: ‘There’s no magic’

Posted April 8, 202200:47:00

Magic Johnson pitches a 'smart cities' deal. A potential end to federal monitoring of special education in New Orleans. And a city panel decides to...

Behind The Lens episode 163: ‘Rodent harborage’

Posted April 1, 202200:25:43

A new superintendent for NOLA Public Schools. And new problems found with Make It Right Foundation properties.

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