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New Orleans could see massive tax revenue boost from Taylor Swift shows
(The Center Square) — New Orleans is famous for its endless entertainment and nightlife from concerts to the French Quarter and, of course, the New Orleans Saints. Much of that entertainment occurs in the various stadiums in New Orleans, most notably the recently renovated Caesars Superdome, which can house more than 70,000 people. And when Taylor Swift takes the stage later this month in the Superdome with three highly anticipated...
NOLA Sewerage & Water Board announces change to bill dispute system
The New Orleans Sewerage & Water Board announced Friday that it has streamlined the billing dispute process. SWBNO has contracted with a third party, HGI, to independently review customer accounts and address the backlog of billing disputes.
Some New Orleanians skeptical of city and DOJ’s request to exit consent decree
Community members and elected officials are reacting to the city of New Orleans and U.S. Department of Justice’s attempt to close a yearslong chapter of federal oversight of the New Orleans Police Department. On Sept. 27, the city and DOJ asked U.S. District Judge Susie Morgan to begin to ramp down the police department’s consent decree, which was put into place after a federal investigation found the department was engaging in unlawful behaviors, including excessive force, unconstitutional stops and discriminatory policing. City and federal officials say the department is now generally in compliance. Although not completely compliant in areas of...
Fried Chicken Festival, Gretna Fest and more things to do in New Orleans this weekend
Fall festival season is in full effect this weekend in New Orleans, with the return of the National Fried Chicken Festival, Gretna Fest and the final days of NOLAxNOLA. 🎶 The sprawling NOLAxNOLA festival continues through Sunday with live performances across the city. (Events) Friday. 🎉 Gretna Fest brings...
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