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MRGO Plaintiffs' Legal Team Heads to Washington Attorneys for New Orleans residents who won a federal court ruling blaming the Army Corps of Engineers for Hurricane Katrina flooding will be lobbying in Washington next week for a speedy settlement process. Eileen Fleming reports from member station WWNO.
Judge Finds Corps Liable for Katrina Flooding A federal judge in New Orleans has ruled that the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is responsible for some flood damage during Hurricane Katrina that could result in billions of dollars in damages. Eileen Fleming has more from member station WWNO.
Jefferson Allowed Free on Appeal A federal judge in Virginia has ruled that former Congressman William Jefferson of New Orleans may remain free on bail while he appeals his corruption conviction. Eileen Fleming reports from member station WWNO.
Commission Votes to Study Hosptial Options By a vote of 7 to 3, the Louisiana State Commission on Streamlining Government moves to look at public hospital options for New Orleans.
Municipal Auditorium Renovation Plans Unveiled Plans have been unveiled for redeveloping the Municipal Auditorium in Armstrong Park into a center for non-profits and groups devoted to creative industries. Correspondent Eileen Fleming has more.
Saenger Theatre Marquis Lighting Marks Renovation The marquis of the Saenger Theatre was bright again on Canal Street as the city marked the beginning of a two-year $39 million-dollar renovation for the landmark venue. Correspondent Eileen Fleming has more.
Expert: New Orleans Undervalues Historic Properties An international economist specializing in the value of historic preservation says that New Orleans isn't cashing in on its architectural treasures. Correspondent Eileen Fleming has more.
Mayor Nagin Predicts Worker Furloughs New Orleans Mayor Ray Nagin has announced that city workers are facing furloughs and higher health care costs as officials deal with a $68 million-dollar budget deficit. Correspondent Eileen Fleming has more
Interstate 12 Interchange Approved on Northshore The state Department of Transportation has cleared the way for a project expected to ease congestion in St. Tammany Parish. Correspondent Eileen Fleming has more.
New Orleans Stages Global Warming Event Hundreds of people in New Orleans are joining an international movement aimed at setting specific limits to curb global warming. Correspondent Eileen Fleming has more.
Court rules MR-GO lawsuits can proceed In a historic case involving property owners from St. Bernard and Orleans Parishes, a Federal Court in Washington, D.C. ruled that plaintiffs have cause to sue the Federal Government for damages inflicted by the construction of the Mississippi River Gulf Outlet navigation channel. Eve Abrams has more.
Preservation Resource Center Resumes "Sellabration" Sale The Preservation Resource Center of New Orleans has hosted its first home-sale market since Hurricane Katrina. Correspondent Eileen Fleming has more.
New Orleans Residents Voice Concern for Evacuation Plan The city of New Orleans is fine-tuning its evacuation and shelter plan, and as hurricane season approaches June 1st, officials are being told that several adjustments are needed. Correspondent Eileen Fleming has more.
New Medical Center opens in New Orleans East Residents of eastern New Orleans are getting a new health center from an unconventional source. Correspondent Eileen Fleming has more:
Mayor Nagin's Final State of the City Address New Orleans Mayor Ray Nagin used his final State of the City address to focus on the continued recovery from Hurricane Katrina almost four years ago. Because of term limits, Nagin leaves office next May. He has not announced what he intends to do. Eileen Fleming reports.
New Orleans to Host Super Bowl The selection of New Orleans for the 2013 Super Bowl is being celebrated as more than just good news for sports fans. Correspondent Eileen Fleming has more.
City kiosks at local grocery stores Last week, the New Orleans city government unveiled computer kiosks at the four Winn Dixie Supermarkets in Orleans Parish. These computer kiosks are being dubbed as "Mobile City Halls". Eve Abrams has more.
Art Of Caring Exhibit at NOMA An exhibition called The Art of Caring: A look at Life through Photography opens tomorrow at the New Orleans Museum of Art. Eve Abrams has more.
Dino's at the Audubon Zoo There's a new exhibit open at the Audubon Zoo, offering an up-close encounter with dinosaurs. Correspondent Eileen Fleming has a listening tour.
New food store in 7th Ward Residents in New Orleans' Seventh Ward are cheering the arrival of new food store in their neighborhood. Correspondent Eileen Fleming has more.