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The Lunch Line: Game developer to open studio in New Orleans, Hard Rock collapse examined, and more

By Chad Calder | Staff writer


GAME ON: The developer behind several popular and influential computer games is starting up a studio in New Orleans that could create 75 jobs paying at least $100,000 each. Meet Jeff Strain, whose portfolio includes World of Warcraft, StarCraft and Diablo series.


HARD ROCK: The likely cause of the deadly, partial collapse of the Hard Rock Hotel is coming into sharper focus, as a structural engineer hired to demolish the remains of the building becomes the second to draw attention to the steel beams on the 16th floor. Meanwhile, a grand jury will be convened to consider whether the collapse was caused by negligence that merit felony charges.  


WHISTLEBLOWER FIRED: Carl Cavalier, the Louisiana state trooper who spoke out publicly against police brutality and the killing of Ronald Greene by fellow officers, has been notified he is being fired for violating department policy.  


We've also have more news on one of the two children tragically killed in a car wreck on Monday, an update on the widening of I-12 on the north shore and the race for the at-large city council seat produces a rather novel endorsement.

Thanks for taking break with us. Catch the latest news all day at NOLA.com.

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