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Clashes arise over the economic effects of Louisiana’s $3 billion-dollar coastal restoration project
Proponents of a nearly $3 billion project to restore part of southeast Louisiana’s rapidly vanishing coastline released a study Tuesday touting the expected economic benefits of its construction, even as the project faces pushback and litigation from communities who fear the environment and their livelihoods will be severely affected. The Mid-Barataria Sediment Diversion project broke ground in August last […]
Man accused in 2021 Canal St. killing in court after being reported as having removed ankle monitor
NEW ORLEANS — A man accused of a 2021 murder on Canal Street has shown up for his scheduled hearing in court Thursday, despite being reported as having removed his ankle monitor sometime Wednesday. Khutbi Abdelkader was able to get free from his monitor Wednesday evening on Wright Avenue...
New Orleans students make gains on state tests. Jefferson, Tammany scores are flat.
Student growth across the New Orleans area largely stagnated this year with test scores not quite back to pre-pandemic levels in most grades and subjects, reflecting state and national trends, according to new data released this week. LEAP 2024 test scores are out. How did your Louisiana school or district...
Bobcats take the podium at Sun Belt Media Days
, Head Coach G.J. Kinne, quarterback Jordan McCloud and running back Ismail Mahdi represented Texas State at the 2024 Sun Belt Media Days. Before starting his opening statement, Kinne acknowledged his wife who gave birth to the couple’s third child late last week. “I wanted to give my wife Summer a shoutout,” Kinne said. “We had our third child and our first little girl. We induced early to make sure we were going to be here today. I wouldn’t be here today if it wasn’t her. That is a real coach’s wife decision right there.” Both McCloud and Mahdi are back as the...
$2M for improvements to Shreveport Regional through federal infrastructure bill
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) – Louisiana Senator Dr. Bill Cassidy announced money for Louisiana airport improvements, including Shreveport Regional Airport. A news release from the senator’s office announced $9M allotted for improvements to state airports through the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA). This includes $2 million for the Shreveport Airport Authority to construct new terminal gate space.
Trojans embracing the change heading into 2024 football season
NEW ORLEANS, La. (WSFA) - Sun Belt Conference media days are underway in New Orleans this week, and on Wednesday morning, Troy Head Coach Gerad Parker, along with Eli Russ and Jordan Stringer, hit the main stage. Parker is entering his first season as the head coach of the team...
Girls Play Trumpet Too: Local Musician Works to Break Barriers with Program
In the musical city of New Orleans, learning an instrument from an early age is a regular occurrence. One of the more commonly learned brass horns is the trumpet. This is likely because the trumpet is more than just an instrument. Like the people of the city, the trumpet is a diverse horn with a history of expression and empowerment while also being a tool that broke down barriers.
Samantha Montano: Helping Communities Recover
As a high schooler in Maine, Samantha Montano volunteered with fellow students to rebuild houses in New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina. It was her first real experience seeing the aftermath of a large natural disaster. “I really had no concept of how complicated the recovery process was going to be...
Electric Entertainment’s Dean Devlin on ElectricCon
Fans of Electric Entertainment’s sci-fi, fantasy and action-drama series will soon be getting an immersive experience to connect even further with the brands with the launch of ElectricCon. The fan-centric event, taking place October 12 and 13 at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, Louisiana, will feature special guests, panel discussions, cosplay, autograph signing sessions, photo opportunities, exclusive merchandise and more for shows such as Leverage, Leverage: Redemption, The Ark, The Outpost, Almost Paradise, The Librarians and The Librarians: The Next Chapter. Dean Devlin, CEO of Electric Entertainment, talks to World Screen Weekly about what’s behind the launch of ElectricCon.
National Urban League Conference, Lindsey Stirling and more things to do
New Orleans hosts the National Urban League Conference this week, along with Tales of the Cocktail, violinist sensation Lindsey Stirling and tons of other things to do. Want to beat the heat? Here's a list of 100+ ways to stay entertained while staying cool in town. Thursday. 👋 The 2024...
NOLA Back 2 School Fest to Take Place at Xavier University
The annual NOLA Back 2 School Fest, presented by Shell, will provide 5,000 free backpacks filled with school supplies for students in grades K-6 who live in the Greater New Orleans area. It is on Saturday, July 27, from 8 a.m. until 12 p.m. at the Xavier University Center. The...
Meet authors, comic book artists at Thibodaux's inaugural Look Who's Reading Book Festival
More than 46 authors, comic book artists and more are gathering in Thibodaux to inspire reading in children, families and the wider community. The inaugural Look Who’s Reading Book Festival will gather more than 60 vendors in the Thibodaux Civic Center to meet with fans, sign books and promote reading from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, July 27. The festival is free. It is being put on by the Tri-Parish Organizers, founded by Elnora Parker-Vicks, Vernell...
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