 BY MATTHEW ALBRIGHT | Staff writer Every year or so, a nonprofit does a count of homeless people in the rural parishes north and east of Baton Rouge. This year, they found a shocking increase. It's a sign of how those areas are still recovering from Hurricane Ida, which pummelled homes and apartments throughout the region. This story looks at how big the problem is, and why it continues to linger nine months later.
When you think of the future of electric cars, you probably don't think of little ole' Vidalia, Louisiana. But carmaker Tesla has picked Vidalia to play a crucial role in its supply chain. This story explains what's going to be built, how it fits into Tesla's operation, and what it means for the local economy.
Can someone sue the district attorney who prosecuted them? In one particular case, a judge has said yes. Lawyers for a man whose murder conviction was overturned have sued the DA and officers who they say fabricated evidence. A judge has said the defendents can't claim immunity. Here's what the ruling says, and what it means. | 
