When COVID-19 began its spread across the United States in early 2020, New Orleans was already vulnerable. The city’s economy was tightly tethered to tourism, live events, and hospitality, with many of its workers earning low wages and living without access to quality healthcare. What followed was a sharp unraveling of jobs, of small businesses, […]
Editor’s Note: Some readers have asked why we’re revisiting themes like displacement, gentrification, and housing justice. These are issues that began decades ago. We believe it’s precisely because this has been happening for so long that it demands continued attention. The erosion of New Orleans’ working-class neighborhoods isn’t just history. It’s an ongoing crisis that […]
If you’ve ever walked through a New Orleans neighborhood and noticed a house tilting slightly or floors that feel uneven beneath your feet, you’re not imagining things. In fact, this phenomenon is so common that many locals hardly blink an eye. But why do so many houses in New Orleans sink or become unlevel—and is […]
New Orleans has always attracted dreamers, hustlers, and opportunists—but in recent years, the city’s real estate market has become a playground for a select few who know how to bend the rules in their favor. While working-class residents struggle to afford rising rents or break into homeownership, a growing class of investors are cashing in […]
Hollywood actor and longtime New Orleans resident John Goodman has listed his historic Garden District mansion for sale, with a price tag of $5.5 million. The luxurious estate, located in one of the most prestigious neighborhoods in New Orleans, blends 19th-century Southern charm with modern-day amenities—making it a rare gem in the city’s real […]
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