New Orleans, known for jazz and vibrant culture, owes much of its identity to the African American community. Yet, the city’s treatment of second lines—their most home grown iconic cultural…

The Hidden Stories of Oppression The Rev. Lindsey Ardrey grew up surrounded by storytellers. However, there were some stories of harm and racial oppression that remained hidden. Elders whispered about…

Last week, after an intense online trolling session, Rep. Clay Higgins retired to his chamber in the U.S. House of Representatives. Once there, he asked his god if it was…

— 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…

The recent slanderous comments against WBOK Radio, its owners, staff, and its audience are nothing short of reprehensible. WBOK’s talk radio elevates Black voices and perspectives. However, the station faced…

A church reparations planning group began its work in New Orleans earlier this summer. The group’s purpose is for predominantly white churches to reflect on their history and scripture, and…

Will churches in New Orleans step up to bridge the long-standing divide between Black and white communities? A movement for reparations within New Orleans churches seems like the ideal starting…

ACC Commemorates Captain André Cailloux & Launches New Campaign for Freedom By C.C. Campbell-Rock Church bells rang across New Orleans on Monday, July 29. The city commemorated the 161st anniversary…

The continued killing of unarmed African Americans by police officers is a tragic epidemic in the United States. The recent shooting of Sonya Massey, an innocent woman who called the…

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…