CNN’s got an interactive map of the progress since Hurricane Katrina:
Many are still struggling: The city ranks first for murder and second in poverty. More coverage here.
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August 29th, 2009 at 11:02 pm
Looking forward to seeing the area recover.
August 30th, 2009 at 7:23 am
As a former resident of New Orleans, forced to leave because of the Mold and Crime. Only a good mayor and non corrupt city council can save this city. Good Jobs, a better school system and Police who aren’t afraid to arrest the true criminals running the city instead of harressing tourist.
August 31st, 2009 at 10:34 pm
i don’t understand leave just leave, forget about history smistory, you are fooling around with your life your family, come on wake up and relocate, Create new history, new memories but do it in a place that is NOT below sea level, for God’s sake.