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Saints Fall to Falcons 26-24 After Costly Turnovers Prove Fatal

October 1, 2024

The New Orleans Saints suffered a heartbreaking 26-24 defeat at the hands of the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday. Two critical turnovers resulted in immediate touchdowns, sealing their fate. Despite an otherwise impressive performance by both the defense and the offense, the Saints could not overcome their self-inflicted wounds, allowing Atlanta to walk away with the […]

PLEDGE Coalition Calls for Environmental Justice Commitment from Congressional Candidates

October 1, 2024

The Protect Louisiana’s Environment and Demand a Green Economy (PLEDGE) coalition, a network of environmental organizations from southern Louisiana, has urged Congressional candidates in Louisiana’s 2nd District to commit to a five-point environmental justice platform. During a press conference on Monday, the coalition outlined its demands, calling for action on environmental justice issues and a […]

Are There Other Potential Layers to the Rumored Indictment of Mayor Latoya Cantrell?

October 1, 2024

When Mayor LaToya Cantrell presents her annual 2025 budget address to the City Council on Tuesday, October 1, many New Orleanians will be looking askance at a woman in whom they have lost faith. Most disappointed could be the Black women voters who didn’t sign the recall petition because they couldn’t bear to see the […]

Moreno Unofficially Kicks Off Her 2025 Campaign With Birthday Fundraiser

September 30, 2024

Though qualifying for the 2025 city elections for mayor and council is still 10 months away, candidates led by New Orleans City Council President Helena Moreno are already raising funds for next year’s races. It’s no secret that Moreno- who is completing her second term as Councilmember-At-Large and cannot seek re-election for that position – […]

Proposed Grain Terminal at Alabo Street Wharf Has Residents Reeling

September 27, 2024

Residents and business owners in the Holy Cross and Lower 9th Ward neighborhoods will gather Friday evening September 27 to strategize how to prevent a new grain terminal from taking shape at the old Alabo Street Wharf. They believe the business venture will bring significant environmental consequences from disease-carrying rodents and vermin, safety concerns for […]


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Discover the Magic of Mixology with “5 O’clock in a Box” from New Orleans Drink Lab

October 3, 2024

Cocktail enthusiasts in New Orleans have something to cheer about! The New Orleans Drink Lab is thrilled to unveil its latest offering: 5 O’clock in a Box. This premium cocktail kit allows you to bring the art of professional mixology into your own home, making it perfect for everything from hosting gatherings to enjoying a […]

Landmark Environmental Racism Case to Be Heard by Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals

October 2, 2024

On Monday, October 7, a pivotal case addressing environmental racism will come before the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit. The lawsuit, filed by Inclusive Louisiana, Mount Triumph Baptist Church, and RISE St. James, challenges decades of alleged discriminatory land use practices by the St. James Parish Council. These practices, the plaintiffs […]

Saints Fall to Falcons 26-24 After Costly Turnovers Prove Fatal

October 1, 2024

The New Orleans Saints suffered a heartbreaking 26-24 defeat at the hands of the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday. Two critical turnovers resulted in immediate touchdowns, sealing their fate. Despite an otherwise impressive performance by both the defense and the offense, the Saints could not overcome their self-inflicted wounds, allowing Atlanta to walk away with the […]

PLEDGE Coalition Calls for Environmental Justice Commitment from Congressional Candidates

October 1, 2024

The Protect Louisiana’s Environment and Demand a Green Economy (PLEDGE) coalition, a network of environmental organizations from southern Louisiana, has urged Congressional candidates in Louisiana’s 2nd District to commit to a five-point environmental justice platform. During a press conference on Monday, the coalition outlined its demands, calling for action on environmental justice issues and a […]


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