New Orleans mayor-elect announces job cuts, furloughs ahead of next year's budget announcement

Amid the city's $200 million deficit, Mayor-elect Helena Moreno said that she has no choice but to cut jobs and institute furloughs in 2026.

New Orleans street repair program quietly blew a $123 million hole in city finances

Exclusive WWL Investigation uncovers how delayed FEMA advances, looming deadlines and poor communication helped send the city ...

New Orleans City Council president criticizes 2 Cantrell aides amid financial crisis

New Orleans City Council President JP Morrell has criticized the city's financial management, attributing its cash crisis to former Chief Administrative Officer Gilbert Montano and current Chief ...
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Helena Moreno says sharp cuts coming to New Orleans budget in 2026, including furloughs

Mayor-elect Helena Moreno has released a 2026 budget proposal that includes nearly $150 million in spending cuts and ...