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On the Cover: "Rounding the Edge"
In Alexandra Kennon Shahin’s survey of New Orleans’s experimental theater scene, Monica Harris from The NOLA Project says, “You’re just kind of deciding your own fate. You’re the master of it, and you take the resources that are around you. One of the greatest resources in this city are people, and seeing what you can create together.” This sentiment resounds throughout this year’s Performing Arts issue, which celebrates the theatrical culture of our region and the grassroots, gritty, community-centered art it inspires.
Stephen A. Smith Gets Brutally Honest On Why Zion Williamson Wasn’t Able To Maintain His Physique Earlier After His Shredded Photos Went Viral
The New Orleans Pelicans’ Zion Williamson has been a standout player for the team since he was first selected in the 2019 NBA draft. However, he has faced criticism from NBA fans, athletes, and analysts for his weight and bulky body shape. Nevertheless, things are set to change as the two-time NBA All-Star has shed some pounds during this offseason.
The EPA can't use Civil Rights Act to fight environmental injustice in Louisiana, judge rules
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — A federal judge has weakened the Biden administration’s effort to use a historic civil rights law to fight industrial pollution alleged to have taken a heavier toll on minority communities in Louisiana. U.S. District Judge James David Cain of Lake Charles handed down the ruling Thursday, permanently blocking the Environmental Protection Agency from imposing what are known as “disparate impact” requirements on the state. Cain had already issued a temporary blocking order in January. His ruling was a victory for Louisiana officials who challenged the EPA policy, which was based on possible violations of Title VI...
New Orleans is finally paying millions of dollars in decades-old legal judgments
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Decades of unpaid money judgments owed by the city of New Orleans may finally be paid soon. New Orleans City Council on Thursday voted to make payments on a variety of legal judgments including wrecks that involved police cars and disputes over city contracts. The...
Speaker Johnson’s Office to Host Veterans Resource Fair
On Monday, August 26th, Speaker Mike Johnson’s office will host a Veterans Resource Fair to connect Louisiana active-duty soldiers and veterans with the many services available to them. The event will feature representatives from veteran advocacy organizations focused on housing, healthcare, job opportunities and other veterans-specific issues. Louisiana’s 4th...
Derek Carr Sends Strong Message on Antonio Pierce & Raiders
Derek Carr has played against every team in the NFL except for the Las Vegas Raiders. He was the team’s starting quarterback for nine years before joining the New Orleans Saints last offseason. For the first time in his career, the Raiders are an opponent on his schedule as...
St. Tammany property tax assessments show huge increases
St. Tammany Parish property owners may find their property tax bills going up, owing to the rising property values. Parish assessor Louis Fitzmorris said property values have increased around 20 percent over the last four years.
District 7-4A preview: Players to watch, things to know
District 7-4A is set to look a little different in 2024 with Salmen leaving for 5A, but it should still be competitive with several talented teams. St. Tammany schools Lakeshore and Pearl River appear to have what it takes to win the district as well as Loranger and Franklinton, and a rebuilding Hannan program could also be worth keeping an eye on.
Arrest made in fatal Jefferson Highway hit-and-run crash that killed Metairie woman
A woman was arrested Saturday in connection with a fatal hit-and-run crash on Jefferson Highway that killed 37-year-old Metairie woman Sue Ella Chechman, according to the Louisiana State Police. Britney Holmes, 36, was booked into the Jefferson Parish Correctional Center on counts of manslaughter, obstruction of justice and hit-and-run driving,...
Edna Karr student in critical condition after driver crashes into bedroom
NEW ORLEANS — A 15-year-old boy is in critical condition after an SUV crashed into his bedroom at his residence on the corner of Cerise Avenue and Chef Mentuer. Through many tears, Cierra Patterson, the mother of Jamal Jackson, 15, described the horrific scene that left her son in the Intensive Care Unit.
Comedian Amy Miller performs Aug. 30-31 at Junk Drawer
In her 2022 comedy special “Ham Mouth,” Amy Miller brings up the frustrations of the pandemic. She says she too was stuck inside with a “little one.”. But Miller isn’t talking about children. She just had a really young boyfriend at the time. He eventually went off to college, or so the joke goes.
Zion Williamson looks unrecognizable after barely-believable body transformation
Ever since he entered the league as the first overall pick in the 2019 NBA Draft, fans have hoped Zion Williamson will be in shape and deliver on his potential - and the 2024-25 season may be time
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