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…
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),…
NIL Money Changes High School Football
What Students, Coaches, and Schools Must Do Now High school athletics are entering a new era, driven by Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) money. Student-athletes like Jahkeem Stewart, a standout…
Fighting Back: Black Men Stand Strong Against Racism
— Across America, many white men have become more aggressive. This trend is fueled by divisive rhetoric from figures like Donald Trump. In states like Louisiana, some openly express racist…
New Orleans Restaurant Week’s Disrespect
A Message to Essence Visitors – No Black-Owned Restaurants Yet Again New Orleans Restaurant Week should be a celebration of the city’s vibrant culinary scene. It aims to motivate locals…