The political fight between New Orleans and the state of Louisiana did not start with Jeff Landry. It did not begin with Helena Moreno, Liz Murrill, Jason Williams or JP Morrell. This tension has existed for hundreds of years. New Orleans has always been
The politicization of the Sewerage and Water Board may become one of the most dangerous mistakes New Orleans ever makes. The city absolutely needs stronger oversight. It needs clear accountability, responsible rate regulation, and measurable
The Bureau of Governmental Research is examining the future of the New Orleans Sewerage and Water Board as the city council takes on increased oversight of the agency. BGR said the new law provides an opportunity to
U.S. Rep. Cleo Fields says he will not seek re-election to Congress after a turbulent redistricting battle reshaped the future of Louisiana’s 6th Congressional District. Fields announced Wednesday that he will instead run to fill the unexpired term representing
If you’ve stepped outside today, you already know the story: the dry, blazing heat is back. After a short stretch of tropical moisture gave us a bit of rain relief, clear skies
New Orleans native Lil Wayne is being recognized alongside entertainment icons. He is getting a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame as part of the Class of 2027. Often dubbed by locals "The Greatest Rapper Alive," Lil Wayne has continually
So many of us have focused so much on the Orleans Parish judicial cuts passed by the Louisiana Legislature and signed into law by Gov. Jeff Landry that
The Supreme Court cleared the way for the Trump administration to end Temporary Protected Status for Haitians in June 2026. Roughly 5,000 Haitians live in Louisiana, most in the greater New Orleans area, and many now face
The governor of Louisiana has successfully convinced most of this state that he is an unstoppable political force. He controls the legislature. He controls the courts. He controls the attorney general. He pushed the
The New Orleans Police Department is investigating a shooting in the Touro and Marais Streets. Police said a man was shot in both legs in the
