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Congressman Troy Carter Condemns USDA SNAP Directive as “Cruel and Heartless,” Calls for Immediate Reversal

November 4, 2025

In a sharp rebuke to federal policy emerging from Washington, Congressman Troy A. Carter, Sr. condemned a recently-issued USDA directive that restricts grocery retailers from offering special discounts or additional support to families relying on SNAP benefits during a federal funding lapse. The order, highlighted in Carter’s statement on November 2, effectively prevents stores from […]

New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation Brings Back Tremé Creole Gumbo Festival to Celebrate Music, Food, and Culture

October 31, 2025

The heartbeat of Tremé returns to Armstrong Park this November as the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation hosts the 2025 Tremé Creole Gumbo Festival, a free, two-day celebration steeped in brass band tradition, Creole flavor, and the cultural legacy of one of America’s most historic neighborhoods. Taking place November 8 and 9 from 11 […]

At New Orleans’ Fiscal Crossroads, Aimee McCarron and Holly Friedman Offer Diverging Paths

October 29, 2025

Editor’s note: The article previously indicated that only Holly Friedman earned the endorsement from United Teachers of New Orleans. The article has been updated to reflect both candidates were endorsed by UTNO. The Greater AFL-CIO has also endorsed both candidates.  A Race Bigger Than One District The runoff for New Orleans City Council District A […]

DA Jason Williams Calls for Survivors and Witnesses to Come Forward in Sexual Assault Investigation of Lucien W. Jacob

October 29, 2025

Orleans Parish District Attorney Jason Rogers Williams has issued a public call urging additional survivors and witnesses to come forward in connection with the ongoing investigation of Lucien W. Jacob, also known as “Billy Jacob,” “Little B Jacob,” or “Lou Jacob.” Standing with leaders from the Kenner Police Department, the New Orleans Police Department (NOPD), […]

Dr. Jones Brings Coastal Comfort and Culinary Creativity to Metairie

October 17, 2025

Dr. Jones, a new hot spot in Metairie, is serving up seafood favorites and more at 1325 Veterans Memorial Blvd. The restaurant opened in January and has quickly become a local favorite for lunch and dinner. Dr. Jones is run by David Rouse, who has honed a long career in the restaurant industry in Chicago […]

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