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Best Family-Friendly Restaurants in New Orleans

September 16, 2024

New Orleans is a city known for its culture, music, and, of course, its incredible food. While many think of spicy seafood and late-night jazz bars, the Crescent City is also home to various family-friendly restaurants that offer great meals in welcoming environments. Whether you’re looking for a casual spot or a sit-down experience, these […]

Weekly Horoscope // September 15th – September 21st

September 16, 2024

Be sure to check your Sun, Moon, and Rising signs for maximum accuracy! Aries: This week’s Full Moon Lunar Eclipse in Pisces takes place in your 12th house, conjoining Saturn and Neptune and opposing Mercury in your 6th house. Neptune engages the lunar nodes during this eclipse as well, invoking the element of fate. This […]

Saints Dominate Cowboys 44-19 in Commanding All-Around Performance

September 16, 2024

The New Orleans Saints made a bold statement in Week 2 of the 2024 NFL season, delivering a comprehensive 44-19 thrashing of the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium. In a game where the Saints excelled in all phases—offense, defense, and special teams—Dallas had no answer to New Orleans’ relentless attack. First Half Dominance The Saints […]

Fall Festivals Happening in New Orleans

September 13, 2024

As the sweltering summer heat gives way to the cooler breezes of autumn, New Orleans comes alive with an array of lively fall festivals that capture the city’s culture, music, and food. From fried chicken to po’boys, blues to brass bands, fall in the Crescent City celebrates community, flavors, and tradition. Here’s a guide to […]

Hurricanes, Homeowners Insurance, and the Free Market Dilemma: Is It Time for Change?

September 11, 2024

Every few years, New Orleans and the surrounding areas brace for another storm season, knowing all too well the damage that hurricanes can bring. While some residents have grown indifferent, shrugging off concerns with the belief that “we’ve been through this before,” there are a couple of reasons that this year—more than ever—should give everyone […]


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United Way announces first-ever RESOLVE Grant recipients $250,000 Awarded to 16 Orleans Parish Nonprofits Supporting Vulnerable Communities

September 18, 2024

NEW ORLEANS (Sept. 17, 2024) – United Way of Southeast Louisiana (UWSELA), on behalf of the New Orleans Mental Health Collaborative (MHC), is proud to announce the recipients of the first-ever Resilient, Equitable Systems for Overcoming Loss and Violence Everywhere (RESOLVE) NOLA Impact Grants. The MHC partners created the grants to address the critical shortage of mental health resources […]

REMINDER: Lottery Registration for Louisiana Fortify Homes Program Grants Opens Today Through Friday

September 18, 2024

300 Grants Available to Residents of Louisiana’s Coastal Zone Registration for the next round of Louisiana Fortify Homes Program (LFHP) grants will open at 8 a.m. tomorrow, Wednesday, September 18, and close at 5 p.m. on Friday, September 20. While previous grant rounds operated on a first-come, first-served basis, registration for this and future rounds […]

Senior Voters Caucus to hold the 44th Annual Meeting will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2024

September 17, 2024

The 44th Annual Meeting will be held on Wednesday, September 18, 2024, at the Andrew Pete Sanchez & Copelin—Byrd Multi-Service Center in the Gymnasium Area, located at 1616 Fats Domino Avenue in New Orleans, Louisiana from 10:00 A.M. until Noon. The primary objective of the Senior Voters Caucus Annual Meeting is to discuss the issues […]

The Tradition of Second Line Parades in New Orleans

September 16, 2024

New Orleans is a city where music, culture, and community are woven together in everyday life. One of this connection’s most unique and lively expressions is the tradition of second line parades. These lively parades, complete with brass bands, dancing, and vibrant costumes, represent the heart and soul of New Orleans culture, a moving celebration […]


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Downtown Super Sunday Set for April 2 Along Bayou St. John

Danae Columbus - Contributing Writer

Sushi Creep: Only in NOLA

Zoe - Contributing Writer

Saenger Theater Reopens After Hard Rock Collapse and COVID

Marielle Songy - Contributing Writer

POLITICS


Louisiana Democratic Party Launches Women’s Caucus

Danae Columbus - Contributing Writer

Could Uber Fines Pay Legal Judgments if Cantrell Agrees?

Danae Columbus - Contributing Writer

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New Orleans Saints March Over Carolina in Divine Domination

Scott Ploof - Contributing Writer and Publisher

Saints 2024 Draft Pivotal To Success

Chris Champagne - Contributing Writer

Saints 2024 Free Agent Report Card

Chris Champagne - Contributing Writer

Saints Gamble in Los Angeles Backfire

Chris Champagne - Contributing Writer

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So What the Hell is a Black Job?

Michael Raso - Contributing Writer

Mayor Cantrell, The Most Well-Traveled NOLA Leader

Chris Champagne - Contributing Writer

Top Ten Things to Do With Your Trash in New Orleans

Michael David Raso - Contributing Writer

The Flight of the Free

Michael David Raso - Contributing Writer

The Raso Report: Save a Cigarette, Smoke Some Broccoli

Michael David Raso - Contributing Writer

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If Cantrell Resigns, Who Will Run City Government?

Danae Columbus - Contributing Writer

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