by Melinda Deslatte, Louisiana Illuminator A boost to Louisiana’s state income projections will give lawmakers more money to spend over the next 14 months, even as the post-pandemic financial surge…
Month: May 2024
20 Disturbing Truths Why Americans Turn Their Backs on Black History
Pulse of Pride by Hazel Savage Share onX (Twitter)Share onFacebookShare onPinterestShare onLinkedInShare onFlip it Discussing Black history can be uncomfortable and complex, reflecting a challenging aspect of America’s past and present.…
What Do You Want to Know About Men’s Health?
Overview Visit your doctor Men are notorious for avoiding the doctor and ignoring unusual symptoms. This may help explain why women tend to live longer. Don’t let complacency take a…
From Joy to Fear: The Alarming Truth About Black Motherhood
It’s time to confront the Black maternal mortality crisis head on. KEY POINTS This post was written by Erica Marshall-Lee, Ph.D., ABPP, and Frances C. Calkins, M.A., on behalf of…
Gov Landry Wants a New Constitution
Is Governor Landry Preparing His Final Dish? Governor overreach is at it again. Gov Landry wants a new constitution. His master plan to remake the state in his conservative image…
‘They’re Building a Chemical Factory on My Ancestors’ Graves’
By Sunita Sohrabji ‘The Formosa factory will never come here. We won’t let it.” Environmental activist Sharon Lavigne, founder of Rise St. James. St. James Parish, Louisiana is one of…
Fannie C. Williams: A renowned educator
by Tammy C. Barney, Verite News When it came to education, Fannie C. Williams focused on the well-being of her students. As a result, she developed the first programs to…
Why Saying “You’re Right” Is Never Wrong
Validating others more often creates a mutual win-win result. KEY POINTS “You’re wrong!” When we hear these words from a friend, boss or partner, it rarely feels good. If you’re…
Xavier University of Louisiana to open fifth HBCU medical school in the nation
Howard’s College of Medicine, Morehouse School of Medicine, Meharry Medical College, and the Charles R. Drew University Medicine and Science and now XULA is the latest HBCU medical school. By Wynton…
How to revive hair that thins, grays or gets out of control as you age
.Story by Sally Wadyka The ways in which hair changes as we age aren’t always welcome. Nor are they entirely within our control. Hormonal shifts — which affect women more…