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🌱 Guaranteed Income Program Ends + Two Shot While Serving Eviction
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Hello, New Orleans. I'm here in your inbox today to tell you everything you need to know about what's going on around town, including updates on...
- Two were shot while serving an eviction notice
- Special investigator arrested for payroll fraud
- Conclusion of Guaranteed Income Program
But first, today's weather:
Mostly sunny and pleasant. High: 85 Low: 66.
Here are the top stories in New Orleans today:
- Two were shot while trying to serve an eviction notice in New Orleans East on Wednesday. A deputy constable and property manager were attempting to serve the notice to the suspect when they were struck in the shoulder and chest by gunfire. It is unclear what exact events lead to gunfire being exchanged, but the suspect has been arrested and is currently in custody. Both victims are said to be in stable condition. (WWLTV)
- A special investigator for the Orleans Levee district has been arrested for alleged payroll fraud and theft after supposedly claiming unworked hours for off-duty assignments he did not participate in. The former Baton Rouge police officer was arrested on Tuesday and was apparently under surveillance for a month that allegedly caught him in the act.
- New Orleans leaders announced the results of an experimental guaranteed income program that began in New Orleans 10 months ago for youth in need. $350 was provided to 125 participants every month who weren't in work or school. The program was intended to improve racial and gender equality and NOLA is the only city serving residents under 18. The program revealed the majority of the income was spent on necessities, with nearly 50 percent spent on food. (WGNO New Orleans)
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Today in New Orleans:
- Vocal Music Public Performances at the New Orleans Center for Creative Arts (All Day)
- Garden Volunteers at Longue Vue House and Gardens (8:30 AM)
- French Quarter Jazz Piano Hour at Jean Lafitte National Park (2:00 PM)
From my notebook:
- Join City Park every Wednesday in October from 5-8 p.m. for its concert series in the Garden! (New Orleans City Park via Instagram)
- "Dine out for a good cause on Oct. 12 from 4-9 p.m. at Ye Olde College Inn where a portion of all bar and restaurant proceeds will be donated to Volunteers of America Southeast Louisiana's Adoption & Maternity program." (Volunteers of America Southeast Louisiana via Facebook)
- Young Professionals Night with the New Orleans Chamber of Commerce is set for Oct. 18 from 5-7 p.m. at The Commissary & Wetlands Sake. This event is free and open to all! (New Orleans Chamber of Commerce via Facebook)
You're all caught up for today! I'll catch up with you bright and early tomorrow with your next update.
— Shannon Denney
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