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Morris FX Jeff Jr. championed causes for Black children
Morris Francis Xavier Jeff Jr. was like his namesake. Both were dedicated to making Black children’s lives better. The elder Jeff focused on providing recreational and educational programs for Black children. Jeff Jr. spoke out against transracial adoption, believing that “Black people can and must care for Black children.”
Goyeneche: Cantrell probably going to be indicted soon
Now that a former New Orleans Police officer who has been close to New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell is under federal indictment, when we will hear any news from a separate investigation into the mayor herself? Word from federal court could be coming
New Orleans' Lincoln Beach is now on the National Register of Historic Places
As Lincoln Beach awaits a $24 million restoration project, the culturally significant site for Black New Orleanians was officially added to the National Register of Historic Places this month. The Louisiana Register Review Committee nominated the former amusement park and recreational space on the shores of New Orleans East because...
Countdown to Kickoff: J.T. Gray is the Saints Player of Day 48
The countdown to the New Orleans Saints 2024 regular season kickoff is underway as we highlight every player who wears the corresponding jersey number. With now 48 days remaining before the Saints’ Week 1 game against the Carolina Panthers, linebacker J.T. Gray is the Saints Player of the Day: Name (Age): J.T. Gray (28) Position: Safety Height, weight: 6-foot, 202 pounds Relative Athletic Score: 7.90 2024 salary cap hit: $3,480,000 College: Mississippi State Drafted: Undrafted in 2018 (New Orleans Saints) NFL experience: 7 years J.T. Gray has been one of the more consistent players for the Saints since his arrival to New Orleans. Although his primary role is as a core special-teamer, Gray’s ascension...
Dominican juniors garner college book awards
Fifteen St. Mary’s Dominican High School juniors were presented book awards from universities and colleges to celebrate achievements of the junior class. The annual book awards are in recognition of academic excellence, strong character and commitment to community service. School counselors, teachers and administrators nominate the student or students they feel best embody the criteria set by each college or university.
Greater New Orleans Foundation invites applications for Gert Town Community Fund
A donor-advised fund of the Greater New Orleans Foundation, the Gert Town Community Fund works to enhance the quality of life for people in the community of Gert Town. The fund invites applications from nonprofit organizations working to address the needs of children and youth, housing, older adult services (including transportation), community leadership and capacity building, adult education, and legal services (successions, taxes, or other housing matters). The fund is also interested in community beautification projects (e.g., tree planting, green space maintenance, and neighborhood cleanup).
NOLA Gold drops first-ever playoff game to Chicago Hounds
New Orleans sports fans got to do something Sunday night they've never done before--cheer on their rugby team in a playoff game at home in the Shrine on Airline. But the night didn't end the way the fans--or the team--had hoped.
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development announced an additional temporary lane closure on the US 90 Business Crescent City Connection Bridges as part of the $21 million CCC Decorative Lighting Project
Shreveport, LA – According to the state officials, starting July 23 and continuing through August 11, the HOV lane will be closed from Tuesday through Sunday, between 4 AM and 1 PM, to allow contractors to work on the far side bridge piers outside the protected barricaded area. Important...
Ten Commandments Law causes split reactions among LSU students and professors
Governor Jeff Landry signed Act 676 into law on June 19. More commonly called the Ten Commandments Law, it will require the postage of the Ten Commandments in every publicly funded classroom. Currently, the law is receiving pushback from many Louisiana residents, and the ACLU will be representing several parents...
Saints' California training camp practices will be closed to the public
This is very disappointing. The New Orleans Saints won’t be opening their training camp practices at UC Irvine to the public, per NewOrleans.Football’s Nick Underhill. We expected this when every other team practicing in Southern California this summer announced plans for fans to attend their training camps, but there’s confirmation.
More rain on the way to start the week
NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — Rainfall continues to taper off around the area Sunday evening. A few passing showers will still be possible overnight but most of us should stay quiet. More waves of rain are on the way though as we head into the week. The main threat through...
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