United Community Members to March Against Trump on MLK Day

January 17, 2025

DATE: Monday, January 20, 7pm LOCATION: A.L. Davis Park; 2600 Lasalle St EVENT: Martin Luther King Jr Day Rally and March to Fight the Racist Trump Agenda! (NEW ORLEANS, LA)  — On Monday, January 20th, New Orleans for Community Oversight of Police (NOCOP) will lead a rally and march to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. […]


Louisiana Hemp Laws Change Jan 1: THC Drinks Limited to 5 mg

December 20, 2024

Louisiana’s burgeoning hemp industry is gearing up for significant changes as Act 752 takes effect on January 1, 2025. The legislation introduces stricter regulations on THC content in hemp-based beverages and edibles, impacting local brands and consumers statewide. Crescent Canna, a New Orleans-based pioneer in the THC beverage market, is preparing to adjust its product […]


Notorious London Lodge Motel Shut Down After Public Safety Push in New Orleans

December 13, 2024

In a landmark effort to enhance public safety and revitalize neighborhoods, New Orleans officials announced the permanent closure of the London Lodge Motel, a site long associated with violence, criminal activity, and deplorable living conditions. The move, spearheaded by the District Attorney’s Office and bolstered by a coalition of city, state, and federal agencies, marks […]


Cabbies Demand Fair Playing Field in Advance of Super Bowl

November 21, 2024

Representatives of the taxicab industry are asking the New Orleans City Council this week to create a more even playing field between taxis and ride shares in advance of Super Bowl 2025. Taxicab industry spokesperson Jason Coleman is on the Council’s Consent Agenda Thursday, November 21, to question why the Cantrell administration has failed to […]


The Missed Opportunities That Cost Democrats the Election

November 20, 2024

I’ve been reflecting deeply on the results of this election, and while I’m not interested in pointing fingers, accountability is essential. Understanding what went wrong is the only way to fix mistakes and move forward. One critical misstep, in my view, was Joe Biden’s decision to stay in the race as long as he did. […]


Pro-Palestine Activists to Face Trial in New Orleans, Supporters to Rally for Free Speech

November 14, 2024

Six activists are set to appear in New Orleans Municipal Court on Tuesday, November 19, and Thursday, November 21, facing charges stemming from their involvement in a peaceful pro-Palestine encampment at Tulane University last May. The encampment, initiated by students from Tulane and Loyola universities, aimed to pressure the schools to disclose and divest any […]


Democrats Must Reconnect with the Working Class to Regain Trust and Win Back Support

November 11, 2024

The results of the 2024 presidential election—where Vice President Kamala Harris fell short—reflect a powerful truth that the Democratic Party cannot ignore: It’s the economy, stupid. This phrase, coined by strategist James Carville, has resonated for decades, yet Democrats seem to have lost sight of its significance. In today’s economic climate, where inflation has deeply […]


Jeff Landry’s Sales Tax Plan: A Regressive Tax Burden on Louisiana’s Working Class

November 10, 2024

In recent months, Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry’s proposal to eliminate state income taxes in favor of raising sales taxes has sparked an intense debate about the future of economic equity in the state. The rationale behind the plan is to create a tax-friendly environment for businesses and high-income earners by removing income taxes, with the […]


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