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🌱 Police Shortages + NOLA Children Vaccine Mandate

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Shannon Denney, Neighbor
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Rise and shine, New Orleans! Let's get you started this Tuesday with everything you need to know going on today in town.

First, today's weather:

An afternoon shower or two. High: 67 Low: 62.

Here are the top three stories today in New Orleans:

  1. On top of the recent crime wave, NOPD is experiencing officer shortages as many policemen leave their positions. Mayor Cantrell allotted $1 million to help update NOPD's recruitment campaign. (WGNO)
  2. Starting today, the vaccine mandate that requires New Orleans children to be fully vaccinated in order to attend school or enter public places is in effect. (WDSU New Orleans)
  3. New Orleans is reportedly a hotbed for human trafficking. Large events like Mardi Gras make it a popular target but the governor has created a special task force to help combat the crimes. (WWLTV.com)

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Today in New Orleans:

  • Yoga with a Vue at the Longue Vue House and Gardens (9:30 AM)
  • French Quarter Jazz Concert Livestream (2:00 PM)
  • Down On Their Luck Orchestra in Concert (2:00 PM)
  • New Orleans Chamber Players' 'How Graceful Some Things Are' (7:30 PM)

From my notebook:

  • NOMA is starting a giveaway for exploring its museum after hours! To enter, follow the instructions posted on its Instagram. (Instagram)
  • Former New Orleans City Councilmen, Jared Brossett, made his appearance in court Monday for his third DUI arrest. (WDSU New Orleans)
  • In response to the recent crime wave, a local New Orleans mother has created a car magnet that says: 'Don't carjack me. Kids inside.' All of the proceeds will go to funding extracurricular activities in in lower-income areas. (WDSU New Orleans)

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Alrighty, you're all good for today! See you all tomorrow for your next update.

— Shannon Denney

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