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In chasing down stories, are we furthering the agendas of others?

by Steve Beatty  The Lens |  0 comments

This evolving feature of The Lens will feature some behind-the-scenes looks at our staff and our decisions, as well as remind you of our upcoming events.
When we received a tip that City Councilman Jon Johnson owned a rundown Lower 9th Ward property that had received a taxpayer-financed loan for… (continued)

  • 05.18.2012
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$166G in taxpayer loans, yet council member’s property still a wreck

by Karen Gadbois  The Lens |  0 comments

In a part of the Lower 9th Ward largely unrevived since flood waters filled the neighborhood, a lone two-story house stands on a block punctuated by overgown lots, piles of tiles and old concrete slabs.
Windows are broken. Graffiti covers the garage door. A kicked-in front door leads to a… (continued)

  • 05.17.2012
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Two council members continue work stoppage

by Karen Gadbois  The Lens |  0 comments

As usual, it didn't take long for the underground political commenters to get in gear and produce this image, which is making the rounds in cyberspace. It was circulating within hours of Wednesday's non-meeting of the council.
More reporters than City Council members attended today's non-meeting of the city's legislative… (continued)

  • 05.17.2012
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