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BGR Dashboards Show Most Property Tax Rates Lower
The Bureau of Governmental Research (BGR) updated its interactive Property Tax Dashboards with the latest rates for Jefferson ...
Once plagued by staff shortages, Fayette Co. jail now ranks first in a key statistic
Just two years ago, the jail had more than 133 vacancies. Now, there are only eight spots open on their staff.
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A Gretna Democrat enters the race for Parish Council District 1: 'It's a melting pot'
A new candidate has emerged in the race for Jefferson Parish Council District 1, one who could become the district's first ...
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Jury deliberates in free speech trial sparked by controversial St. John grain elevator plan
Local activist Joy Banner alleges parish officials violated her free speech rights and Louisiana open meeting laws by ...
Want to run for office in Louisiana? First step – qualify
Louisiana's Municipal Primary Election is scheduled, and qualifying started on Wednesday, January 29, and will end on Friday, ...
Texas county challenges First Amendment ruling on library book bans in 5th Circuit hearing
The Fifth Circuit case, which centers Llano County's quiet removal of 17 library books, has drawn national attention — ...
Mapping the damage from the Eaton and Palisades fires
We're tracking damage assessments from the Eaton and Palisades fires, which destroyed 12,000 structures in Altadena and Pacific Palisades.