Will Sutton: MacKenzie Scott’s big gifts in Louisiana help cut into inequities of HBCU...
A $38 million donation to Xavier University of Louisiana, the largest in the institution's history, was announced only days ago. The gift came from MacKenzie Scott, the philanthropist who founded Amazon with former husband Jeff Bezos. Within the last couple of weeks, a couple of Atlanta HBCUs — Spelman College and...
Huge, newly finished mural, will greet Superdome visitors. Here’s the meaning behind it.
On Saturday afternoon, a small parade appeared near the Caesar’s Superdome, accompanied by a booming brass band. The procession was part of the ceremonial unveiling of a newly finished mural titled “The Welcoming Committee” by New Orleans artist Annie Moran. The colorful mural spans the four-lanes of...
Two-alarm fire damages New Orleans East apartment complex: NOFD
The New Orleans Fire Department responded to a two-alarm fire at a New Orleans East apartment complex on Friday, Nov. 21.
Two-alarm fire leads Touro Infirmary to evacuate patients, staff
Touro Infirmary was evacuated due to a two-alarm fire that happened on Saturday, Nov. 22, according to Touro officials.
Officials, locals inform Latino families of their rights amid Border Patrol arriving
Fear and concern are spreading across the New Orleans metro area as everyone anticipates the arrival of Border Patrol to begin the operation "Swamp Sweep."
New Orleans mayor-elect launches immigration resource website
NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - Mayor-elect Helena Moreno announced Friday (Nov. 21) a new website to increase awareness of resources available to inform and advise community members in the face of planned federal immigration enforcement operations. “My first priority is to keep our community safe,” Moreno said. “The reports of...
The Haunted Hotel In Louisiana Where Shadows Walk the Halls
The Hotel Monteleone rises proudly at the corner of Royal and Iberville Streets in New Orleans’ French Quarter. Built in 1886 by Sicilian immigrant Antonio Monteleone, it has remained family-owned for generations. The hotel is known for its Beaux-Arts architecture and timeless elegance. Guests are greeted by dapper...
Prescription Theft at USPS: A Warning to New Orleans Residents
A resident of New Orleans has raised concerns about the reliability of the 701 Loyola USPS branch after their prescription medication was reportedly stolen while in transit. The package, which required a signature upon delivery, was marked as 'Out for Delivery' before it mysteriously disappeared. USPS has since...
Early Morning Turf Troubles: A Neighborly Noise Nuisance
A social media user recently took to the platform to express their frustration over a recurring issue with their neighbor's early morning lawn care routine. The user, who is currently preparing for their final exams, has been repeatedly disturbed by the noise of lawn mowing at 6:30 am. The user questioned whether...
Former Tangipahoa Parish deputy arrested, accused of indecent behavior with juvenile
A former Tangipahoa Parish deputy is in custody after being accused of indecent behavior with a juvenile.
