Betty Jefferson's Name Pops Up In Probe

Another member of the Jefferson Crime Family has been implicated in dirty dealings. Does this surprise anyone?
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The indictment charging state Sen. Derrick Shepherd with fraud also details alleged money laundering by an unnamed "Public Official B," who sources close to the investigation said is 4th District Assessor Betty Jefferson, sister of indicted U.S. Rep. William Jefferson.

The sprawling indictment, released Thursday, accuses Shepherd and two alleged co-conspirators of mail fraud, wire fraud and money laundering. "Public Official B" is accused of helping to launder "additional criminal proceeds."

Betty Jefferson matches the description in Thursday's indictment, which says "Public Official B" is a family member of "Public Official A."

With regard to Betty Jefferson, the indictment says that Moyo funneled $320,000 in four transactions to accounts belonging to "XYZ Services," a company controlled by "Public Official B" (Betty Jefferson, according to sources) and "associated" with "Public Official A" (William Jefferson, the sources say).

Bobby Guidry Gets Liquor Permits

Why not; if a convicted felon can still profit from airport contracts then why should anyone question this:

At its first meeting after amending an ordinance to allow pardoned criminals to apply for liquor licenses, the Jefferson Parish Council granted two permits Wednesday to Bobby Guidry, who was convicted of bribing former Gov. Edwin Edwards to secure a gambling permit.

The unanimous vote allows Guidry to serve alcoholic beverages at the Royal Palm and Alligator Pear, two restaurants in his upscale mixed-use development on Manhattan Boulevard in Harvey.

Justices Back Insurers

New Orleans' homeowners receive another blow.

The Louisiana Supreme Court on Tuesday rejected arguments that homeowner insurance policies should have covered damages caused by levee breaches during Hurricane Katrina, saying the disaster clearly involved a "flood" not covered by such policies.

Just when they thought things could not get any worse.

Mose Jefferson To Plea

Another corrupt Jefferson:

Mose Jefferson, the brother of embattled U.S. Rep. William Jefferson, is scheduled to be arraigned in federal court today on corruption charges. The plea hearing, before U.S. Magistrate Judge Alma Chasez, is set to begin at 2 p.m.


He probably will never provide any info on others he possibly bribed. The Jefferson's are just a despicable bunch of thieves.

New Orleans' Closures

First there were schools being demolished in New Orleans that would never be rebuilt, now there is the threat that approximately 17 Catholic churches may close.

This news makes those who are trying to come back home question whether they should just give up on the idea. It would be easier to return to New Orleans if people felt that progress was being made.

These closures also leave prospective business owners unwilling to invest in the city. After all, how can you think about starting a business if all other services will be cut?

Start Up New Orleans

This is such a fantastic idea:

A group of local entrepreneurs hopes that by creating a Website promoting New Orleans as a viable place for start-ups they can turn the Crescent City into a hub for such ventures.

The Website, startupneworleans.com, provides stories of successful entrepreneurial ventures, links to stories about New Orleans' revival and a contact and information form that is sent directly to local entrepreneurs. The site was created by several local business owners.

The Website features brief descriptions of businesses that were launched in New Orleans, including the advertising firm Trumpet and technology firm Turbo Squid. Links to those companies also are provided. There is also a link to news stories that laud New Orleans as a place for business innovation. A profile of Gov. Bobby Jindal is included. And entrepreneurs can submit a short questionnaire on the site and request to be contacted by one of the several entrepreneurs behind the site, Perkin said.


I hope it really takes off.