City Council Races Matter
Gary Carters’ landslide victory was predictable. But his was just the first domino to fall in the upcoming political season that will be thrilling and fun to watch. Some races…
GENTRIFICATION & BICYCLES IN THE 504
Whispers of gentrification still swirl around New Orleans, which experienced a significant population shift after Katrina. At least 75 percent of the 100,000 Hurricane Katrina survivors who returned to New…
THE PANDEMIC EFFECT: WORKERS MATTER
The “new normal” of the U.S. economy is sending shockwaves across companies’ bottom lines as owners and managers struggle to staff up. “The U.S. is experiencing a labor shortage, especially…
When the Fourth of July Was a Black Holiday
After the Civil War, African Americans in the South transformed Independence Day into a celebration of their newly won freedom.By Ethan J. Kytle and Blain Roberts “What, to the American…
Why It Seems Like Other People Enjoy Sex More Than You Do
by Marianne Brandon Ph.D. And what you can do about it. THE BASICS KEY POINTS Many elements impact our enjoyment of sex — some more obvious than others. It’s not…
Betrayed and Frustrated
The Mayor’s Handling Of Six Flags Has Left Many In The East Feeling Betrayed And Frustrated The people of New Orleans East want answers. Katrina devastated the area 16 years…
The Senate Filibuster
WHO’S AFRAID OF THE BIG, BAD TRUTH? “People say the truth hurts. Hell no, it hurts even more if you do a whole bunch of foolishness to try and avoid…
Sex Is Good for You
In case you had any doubts about it. THE BASICS The Fundamentals of Sex Source: Norexy_art/Pixabay by Linda and Charlie Bloom Linda: Sex is a good cardiovascular workout, which increases…
Juneteenth, explained
The holiday’s 156-year history holds a lot of meaning in the fight for Black liberation today. By Fabiola Cineas A year after protests for racial justice swept the nation, propelling…
Should Louisiana Close All Charter Schools?
STATE SENATOR CALLS FOR AN END TO CHARTER SCHOOL EXPERIMENT. By C.C. Campbell-Rock Are charter schools actually good? Or should they be closed? When Louisiana Governor John Bel Edwards signs…