Mayor Presents 2021 Operating Budget To New Orleans City Council

The city is facing a budget shortfall of more than $100 million.

NOLA Officials Break Ground On Lake Terrace And Oaks Group D Roadwork Project

They say project will transform three streets in the neighborhood by summer 2021.

New Orleans FD Superintendent Tim McConnell Retires After 36 Years With Fire Department

The city will honor Chief McConnell with a retirement ceremony this Friday, Oct. 23, at 4 p.m.

NOLA To Participate In Program For City Budgeting For Equity & Recovery

Support for this program will come from Bloomberg Philanthropies.

City Of New Orleans To Move To Reopening Phase 3.2 On Saturday

The move further eases COVID-19 restrictions on audience size, bars and breweries, and live entertainment.

NOLA Offers Job And Subcontracting Opportunities With Storm Debris Removal

The work would include hauling tons of debris, tree trimming and removal, hazardous waste removal, and management of debris staging sites.

NOLA To Provide Mortgage Assistance To Small Landlords Impacted By Coronavirus Pandemic

Landlords must own eight or fewer rental units to qualify.

NOLA Office Of Business & External Services To Launch Satellite Services For Residents

OBES will provide residents an opportunity to do business with City Hall at select New Orleans Public Library locations.

NOLA Office Of Youth And Families Releases New Tools To Track Child Well-Being

Although all of the data was collected pre-COVID, officials say it provides an important baseline against which to measure future growth.

City Of New Orleans Approves Use Of To-Go Drinks In Continued Easing Of Phase 2 Restrictions

Restaurants may resume serving alcoholic beverages through drive-thru, takeout and curbside pickup options.

City Of New Orleans Transitions Hurricane Laura Evacuee Resource Center Management

Residents are encouraged to continue to provide donations and volunteer time.

New Orleans Mayor Commits To Divesting From Fossil Fuel Companies

Mayors of 12 cities across the globe, led by New York and London, have taken the pledge.

$344K St. Phillip Street DPW Maintenance Project Completed

A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held earlier this week.

FANO Launches Developer Webinar Series With Support From City Of New Orleans And LHC

The goal is to provide more affordable housing.

Mayor's Office Of Youth And Families, Forward Together New Orleans Deliver On Cash Assistance To Immigrant Families

A total of $500,000 will be distributed.

Mayor Cantrell Vows To Keep Fighting To Get Coronavirus Relief To NOLA Residents

She says immediate federal action is required.

City Of New Orleans Provides Update On French Quarter Pedestrianization

Survey respondents' biggest concern is crime and public safety.

NOLA Mayor Kicks Off 'Neighborhood Navigators' Program To Help Connect Residents To Resources

The focus will be on resources related to the COVID-19 pandemic.

New Orleans Mayor Issues Statement Regarding Budget Ordinance On Early Childhood Education Funding

LaToya Cantrell calls the Budget Chair's ordinance 'irresponsible' because of the demand it puts on the city's general fund.

City Of New Orleans To Hold Tax Certificate Sale

The online auction will be active Tuesday, July 21, through Thursday, July 23.

Mayor Cantrell Breaks Ground On Lower Ninth Ward Northeast B Roadwork Project

This is the fourth of 13 projects scheduled for this neighborhood.

Mayor, Sheriff Thank Dee-1 For PPE Donations To Juvenile Justice Intervention Center, Orleans Parish Prison

The hip-hop artist also donated 100 bottles of hand sanitizer to the JJIC.

City Of New Orleans Responds To Governor Edwards' Announcement Of Coronavirus Phase Two Changes

Beginning Monday, July 13, all New Orleans bars with or without an LDH food permit will be closed for on-site consumption.

New Orleans Recognized For Being One Of The Best American Cities At Using Data & Evidence To Respond To Local Challenges

The city is one of only 16 to achieve WWC certification at the silver level.

Mayor Cantrell Announces New Phase Two Restrictions In Response to Recent Increase In Coronavirus Cases And Hospitalizations

The new rules, which include limiting indoor gatherings to 25 people, go into effect Saturday.

Mayor Cantrell Signs CEA Between City and Sewerage & Water Board Of New Orleans

The agreement articulates how recurring funds are collected through the Fair Share Initiative will be allocated.

Mayor Cantrell Issues Statement On The Passing Of Former NOPD Deputy Superintendent Yvonne Bechet

Her service included work as an undercover narcotics officer and community relations division commander.

Mayor Cantrell Urges New Orleans Businesses To Prepare For Main Street Recovery Grant Program Application Period

The application period will begin no later than July 28.

City Of New Orleans Launches Meal Assistance Program In Partnership With FEMA And Local Restaurants

Residents are encouraged to apply.

Mayor Issues Statement On Supreme Court Decision On Reproductive Rights

Plans to bring a Planned Parenthood clinic to South Claiborne Avenue will continue, according to Cantrell.

City Of New Orleans Files To Suspend Plans For Phase III Of OPSO Jail Facility

The court filing states the city is not required to build yet another new jail.

Mayor Cantrell Celebrates Completion Of DPW Administration & Maintenance Building

The 8,000 square-foot facility includes storm water management features, and a permeable parking lot.

Mayor Cantrell Announces $750,000 Commitment To Immigrant Communities For Coronavirus Relief

The goal is to support as many as 500 families with direct financial assistance.

City Of New Orleans Reaches $6M Settlement Agreement With CenturyLink Over Non-Payment Of Franchise Fees

The company will now proceed with a franchise application regarding future use of the city's rights-of-way.

New Orleans receives 'D' grade for fiscal health

New Orleans taxpayers on the hook for $18,800

New Orleans Federal Appeals Court Strikes Down Portion Of Obamacare

The court ruled that the portion of the health law requiring most people to have coverage is now unconstitutional.

New Orleans Forum Explores Industrial Pollution, Environmental Impact And Community Action

The event, “Fighting the Polluter’s Paradise: Taking Back Louisiana’s Air,” was based on a recent series from ProPublica.

For-Profit Colleges Lean On Fox News Host To Protect Federal Loophole

At a New Orleans convention, Pete Hegseth promised to use his relationship with Trump to protect a loophole regarding veteran enrollment.

Louisiana Governor John Bel Edwards Wins Second Term In Runoff

Beating back a challenge from Republican Eddie Rispone, Democrat John Bel Edwards won a second term as governor of Louisiana.

Attorney General Joins Multi-State Coalition to Protect Lotteries

Concern over recent DoJ opinion that may negatively impact state-run and multi-state lotteries, including Mega Millions and Powerball.