Nationwide Worker Walkout Looms Amid Federal Firings
By Pat Bryant Union Leaders Consider a General Strike Union leaders and progressives are calling for a general strike after mass firings and changes in the federal workforce. This rarely…
Bayou Phoenix Rising: A Testament to Vision and Perseverance in New Orleans East
A Welcome with Purpose Councilman Oliver Thomas set the tone for yesterday’s Bayou Phoenix press conference. His welcome to the assembled media was both pointed and playful. “Nice to see…
How African Americans Can Thrive Amid the DEI Cutback
Corporate America is turning its back on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). Many companies once made bold promises, but now they’re quietly scaling back. This shift isn’t just a setback—it’s…
The Backlash Against DEI: A Step Backward for Corporate America?
In recent years, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives shaped corporate America. After 2020, companies pledged to address racial disparities and invest in Black communities. Now, many are quietly reversing…
Historic Snowfall Paralyzes New Orleans: An Unprecedented Freeze
New Orleans is no stranger to unpredictable weather, but this week’s historic snowfall brought the city to a screeching halt, much like the rare freezes of 1899 and 2018 that…
Is Unionization Good for Nursing in New Orleans?
Is New Orleans Becoming the New California? Recent union activity among nurses in New Orleans has sparked a debate. The movement echoes similar efforts in California, raising questions about patient…
Urgent: How to File Your New Business Report and Save Money Now
Critical Deadline Approaches for New Orleans Business Owners: Understanding the BOIR Filing Requirement UPDATE: ANOTHER APPEAL HAS STOPPED THE REQUIREMENT TO FILE. BUT STAY INFORMED AS THIS MAY CHANGE AGAIN…
Political Interference in New Orleans: A Cautionary Tale
New Orleans is a city that thrives on its local flavor—its culture, its people, and its businesses. However, in a market as small and interconnected as ours, local business disputes…
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…