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New Orleans Rapper BG Fights to Stay on Supervised Release Amidst Permission Controversy

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NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA – Attorneys representing Christopher Dorsey, better known as the New Orleans-born rapper BG, have requested that a federal judge allow the artist to remain on supervised release. Dorsey was recently arrested for allegedly violating the terms of his release from federal prison. In court filings on Friday, Dorsey’s lawyers argued that he had official permission to perform alongside prominent musicians, contradicting authorities’ claims. The arrest was prompted by a probation officer’s allegation that Dorsey failed to obtain clearance to perform at a concert in Las Vegas, Nevada, alongside rapper Lil Boosie in … Read more

Taxi Industry Fights Back: Lawsuit Alleges Uber Manipulated City Regulations in New Orleans

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NEW ORLEANS, Louisiana – Uber Technologies, the ride-hail giant that arrived in New Orleans a decade ago, found a loyal defender in the city’s long-time law firm, Sher Garner. Facing potential fines of up to $35 million for numerous code violations, Uber turned to the law firm for help. The violations included failures to comply with local regulations for driver background checks and vehicle inspections, as reported by the Department of Safety and Permits. In 2018, lawyers representing Uber and its subsidiary, Rasier LLC, engaged in settlement talks with top officials in Mayor LaToya Cantrell’s … Read more

Beloved Former New Orleans City Council President and Judge, Eddie Sapir, Passes Away at 87

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New Orleans, Louisiana – Eddie Sapir, a prominent former judge and city council president, passed away on Tuesday at the age of 87. The exact cause of his death has not yet been disclosed. Sapir was remembered by his longtime friend and former colleague, Congressman Troy Carter, as one of the city’s “greats.” Carter expressed his sadness over the loss, highlighting Sapir’s love for New Orleans and its people. He served as a state representative, municipal court judge, and city council president, dedicating his life to the welfare of the city he cherished. The congressman … Read more

Trial Begins for Man Accused of Killing Former New Orleans Saints Star Amidst Explosive Allegations

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New Orleans, LA – A highly anticipated trial is set to begin on Monday for a man accused of killing former New Orleans Saints star, Will Smith. Cardell Hayes will finally face justice after his attorneys made shocking allegations just days before the selection of a jury. The trial will consist of 12 jurors and three alternatives, with opening statements scheduled for Tuesday. In 2016, Hayes admitted to shooting and killing Smith but claimed it was an act of self-defense. Although he was initially convicted, the verdict was later overturned due to a non-unanimous jury … Read more