Topic: Hurricane Katrina

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Real Life Cost of the Destruction of New York in 'The Avengers': $160 Billion

Sure, The Avengers took in over $700 million worldwide since its release on Friday, but how much would the movie's destruction of midtown Manhattan cost if it happened in real life? 

By Alexander Abad-Santos

Apr 18, 2012

Sorry About All the Formaldehyde, Katrina Survivors

Bronchitis, wheezing, possibly cancer and irreparable damage to the lungs of of displaced Katrina victims will cost the people who manufactured FEMA's temporary trailers $14.8 million. 

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By Dashiell Bennett

Apr 5, 2012

Susan Bartholemew, whose arm was shot off by New Orleans police, listens as prosecutors speak outside Federal Court after sentences were handed down in the case in New Orleans, Wednesday, April 4, 2012.

New Orleans Cops Sentenced for Post-Katrina Killings

Four former police officers were sentenced to prison terms from 38 to 65 years for their role in the shooting deaths of two unarmed men in the chaotic days after Hurricane Katrina struck New Orleans.

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By Adam Martin

Aug 5, 2011

New Orleans Cops Guilty of Conspiracy in Katrina Shooting

Officers are convicted on all federal counts of violating civil rights

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