New Orleans Ballot Options Explained
In this election, Louisiana voters will weigh in on one important constitutional amendment and two proposed changes to city charters. These decisions affect how our state and local government use…
The NOPD Response to Hurricane Katrina: Chief Warren Riley’s Perspective
By David Soublet, Sr Reflecting on the Past Storms The devastation from Hurricanes Helene and Milton in neighboring states may remind us of our losses in Hurricane Katrina. We still…
The Importance of Voting in the Presidential Election
As the presidential election nears, the call to vote grows louder. However, some still question if their vote matters. Voting is the most direct way for citizens to have their…
Small Time Betting on NFL Can Be Frustrating
By David Soublet, Sr. The Popularity of NFL Betting NFL football is the most popular team sport in America today. It surpassed baseball a couple of decades ago. Both men…
The Saints Will Leave Arrowhead With All Sorts Of Questions
If only they could play this game on paper. On paper, the Saints would whip the Chiefs, hands down, without a doubt. The stats don’t lie about it. Offensively, the…
Is Donald Trump a Real Threat to Democracy?
The question of whether Donald Trump poses a threat to American democracy has become central in political debate. The events of January 6, 2021 are the primary driver of this…
East and Gulf Coast Dock Workers Strike Over Pay and Automation
Thousands of workers take a stand as automation and pay cuts threaten their livelihoods. Strike Impact on U.S. Ports Nearly 45,000 East and Gulf Coast dock workers are on strike…
People are panic-buying toilet paper because of the port strike. There is no need for that
By Chris Isidore, CNN Toilet paper shortages in stores across America are giving folks nightmarish reminders of the pandemic era. But the lack of toilet paper isn’t a direct result…
Walmart, Ikea, and Home Depot are among the major companies that will be hit by the port strike
Story by Deena Zaidi A massive dockworkers strike could impact cargo movement of leading importers operating on the East Coast and Gulf ports, including Walmart (WMT) and General Motors (GM),…