Matthew Willard

New Orleans City Council discussed implementing stricter reporting rules for the New Orleans Police Department's drone usage, requiring the NOPD to report material changes in drone flights, safety concerns, and other details. The proposal aims to increase transparency and public trust, following past scrutiny over NOPD's drone policies. While residents and advocacy groups expressed support, they argued the ordinance does not go far enough in ensuring accountability.

Advocates and elected officials in Louisiana, including the coalition Louisiana Grassroots United, are calling for a statewide siren system to address tornado warnings after 14 tornadoes struck the New Orleans area. They highlight a lack of tornado preparedness knowledge and limitations in phone-based alerts, with costs for sirens estimated at $30,000 to $50,000 per unit.

Advocates and elected officials in Louisiana are calling for a statewide emergency siren system following 14 tornadoes near New Orleans, citing gaps in tornado safety awareness and limitations of phone alerts. The coalition Louisiana Grassroots United emphasizes the need for sirens to address emergencies like tornadoes and flash flooding, as research indicates Tornado Alley has shifted eastward to include Louisiana.