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Trump Offers Temporary Protection for DACA and TPS Recipients in Exchange for the Wall

January 19, 2019

In his second address, Trump brought some new offers to the table in order to get the $5.7 billion that he is requesting for his border wall.

Overwhelmed! Gun Buyback Hits Capacity in One Hour

January 19, 2019

The much-advertised gun buyback Mayor LaToya Cantrell scheduled for today is already over.

OPSB Suspends Rules, Leaves John A. Brown, Sr. As President

January 18, 2019

On Thursday night, the Orleans Parish School Board surprised many by voting unanimously to leave John A. Brown in the position of board president.

IWO Releases Statement to OPSB: “Deep concerns” about Leslie Ellison

January 17, 2019

On Thursday, the IWO joined others in expressing concerns over Leslie Ellison's potential to become president of the Orleans Parish School Board.

Tit-For-Tat – Trump Hits Back at Pelosi

January 17, 2019

After remaining silent for nearly a day following Pelosi's suggestion that he postpone the State of the Union address, Trump hit back today.

Mayor Cantrell Declares Friday “Black and Gold Day”

January 17, 2019

Friday, January 18th will be “Black and Gold Day” in the city of New Orleans. All residents are encouraged to wear their black and gold Saints attire to show support for the team as they prepare to take on the Rams this Sunday in the NFL Playoffs. Mayor LaToya Cantrell made the declaration on Facebook […]

Senator Kirsten Gillibrand Announces 2020 Run

January 16, 2019

New York Senator Kirsten Gillibrand will announce Tuesday that she will seek the presidency in 2020. The announcement was made by Stephen Colbert on the official twitter account for CBS’ The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. TONIGHT: @SenGillibrand stops by @colbertlateshow to announce that she is forming an exploratory committee to run for President of the […]

Trump to Farm Bureau: “If you love your children, you’ll like me.”

January 15, 2019

President Trump arrived in New Orleans today to celebrate the 100th convention of the American Farm Bureau Federation. “On this special anniversary, we gather here to celebrate, celebrate America’s proud farming heritage. Through your sweat, through all of your work, the strength of your hands, and in your hearts, the American farmer feeds and fuels, […]

Protestors Gather at NOLA’s Convention Center

January 14, 2019

Protestors gathered hours before his arrival; over 200 citizens organized at the convention center with a majority present to protest their discontent.