Why do Black Men Kill Each Other
It happens every day in America! By Jeff Thomas Black men kill each other at alarming rates all across America every day. Nearly every city’s daily news casts reports, “Today…
In Louisiana, the Insurance Is Too Damn High
Auto insurance in Louisiana is outrageous. It’s been called many things—sky-high, expensive, unaffordable—with citizens paying nearly 49% more than the national average. And year after year, state legislators and insurance…
Jailbreak, Blame, and a Shocking Leadership Failure
The number one job of any sheriff is simple: keep the inmates locked up. When that fails, you alert the public—immediately. But after ten inmates escaped from the Orleans Parish…
In Louisiana, the Insurance Is Too Damn High
Auto insurance in Louisiana is outrageous.We’ve been called the most expensive state in America—paying nearly 49% more than the national average. And year after year, state legislators and insurance commissioners…
Statement from Congressman Troy A. Carter, Sr.
Re: The Collapse of Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill” and the Rise of CCC—Congress, Courts, and Community As Trump’s so-called “big beautiful bill” buckles under public scrutiny and moral outrage, Republicans…
CITY COUNCIL’S TRUMPIAN ORDINANCE NULL AND VOID AND ILLEGAL
A Power Grab Disguised as Reform The New Orleans City Council, led by Council President JP Morrell, has launched a Trumpian-style power grab to weaken Mayor LaToya Cantrell. Morrell has…
Is the New Pope Black? Why Pope Leo XIV’s Identity Matters
The Catholic Church Made History — But Is the New Pope Really Black? The Catholic Church made history this year. The new pope, Leo XIV, has Black Creole ancestry from…
Food Is How We Remember
by Faisal Hoque Why the future of food must stay human in a world obsessed with efficiency. Key points The kitchen remains one of the last refuges for stories, care,…
City Council President’s Garbage Fight Is Trash
Power Grab in City Hall City Council President J.P. Morrell is leading an effort to strip power from Mayor LaToya Cantrell. He wants authority over contracts, spending, hiring, and travel.…
Repair the Breach NOLA: Year One in Review
A Bold Beginning Repair the Breach NOLA just celebrated its first birthday. We are an interfaith collective based in New Orleans, working toward reparations through coordinated action. The movement began…
The 4-Word Sleep Trick That Stops 3 A.M. Overthinking
by Jeffrey Bernstein Ph.D. How a simple phrase can quiet your mind and help you fall back asleep faster. Key points You know the feeling. It’s 3:00 a.m., and your…