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New Orleans mayoral candidates explain how they would tackle water, coastal issues
The next mayor of New Orleans will face the unique challenge of leading a city surrounded by water. “ Even though it is what brings the city to life, it's also what often threatens our lives,” said Christopher Dalbom, director of the Tulane...
Owner: University of New Orleans & American Government
New Orleans downgraded to A3 by Moody's
The 2022 Mardi Gras celebration in New Orleans. Moody's Ratings said it is concerned about the city government's narrowing reserves.Bloomberg News Moody's Ratings downgraded New Orleans' issuer, general obligation unlimited tax and general...
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IIT Madras and LSU Health New Orleans Join Forces for Global Health Innovation
The Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) has partnered with LSU Health New Orleans (LSUHSC-NO) in the United States to drive breakthroughs in global health. The collaboration blends LSU Health’s expertise in clinical and...
Owner: University of Louisiana Monroe & American Government
LSU Health New Orleans’ Fight Against Cancer, HIV/AIDS, and Alcohol’s Impact on Health
LSU Health New Orleans has been awarded more than $14 million through two major federal grants to advance research in cancer, neuroscience, HIV/AIDS, and alcohol-related health impacts. “As one of Louisiana’s top biomedical research institutions,...
Owner: University of Louisiana Monroe & American Government
What's happening at New Orleans museums the week of Oct. 5-12, 2025
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Nola - Louisiana
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There are two events today (Oct. 5) at the New Orleans Pharmacy Museum, 514 Chartres St. Promising a market and exhibition of “the strange and unusual,” the Fall Oddities Emporium will take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the museum’s courtyard....
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Man shot, killed in New Orleans carjacking while picking up child from daycare
STILL ACTIVE AND ONGOING. AND AN UPDATE NOW ON A DEADLY SHOOTING THAT HAPPENED LAST NIGHT IN MID-CITY NEW ORLEANS. POLICE SAY THE VICTIM WAS PICKING UP HIS KID FROM DAYCARE. NOPD SAYS THE MAN WAS FOUND IN THE PARKING LOT OF A HOUSE CHILD DISCOVERY...
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Volunteers made a second home in New Orleans. Then COVID struck, and a treasure was lost.
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Nola - Louisiana
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Mary Ann and John Jacobs were the best kind of visitors to New Orleans. Beginning in the 1980s, the Tucson residents made the Crescent City a regular getaway, the city they "loved to visit and hated to leave," as Mary Ann says. They got to know...
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New Felony Charges in Baton Rouge Child STD Case
BATON ROUGE, LA (KPEL) — A Louisiana man already facing felony charges is now being accused of more crimes that, if found guilty, will add additional felony charges. Last month, 25-year-old Anthony James Jelks Jr. was arrested after being accused...
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New Orleans man arrested for punching 75-year-old apartment owner, causing brain bleeding
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The Advocate - Louisiana
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A New Orleans man was arrested Wednesday for allegedly punching a 75-year-old apartment manager, leaving the older man with brain bleeding and bruising. Hakeem Joseph, 32, was arrested Wednesday afternoon and booked into the East Baton Rouge...
Owner: John & Dathel Georges
Around Baton Rouge: 'Grass Roots' film, Ballroom Dance, PlantFest! and more events
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The Advocate - Louisiana
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The following is a calendar of community events in the Baton Rouge area from Friday through Thursday, Oct. 9. FRIDAY BLESSING OF THE PETS: 6 p.m., Le Chien Brewing Co. (back patio), 101 S. Hummell St., Denham Springs. Hosted by St. Francis...
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Health department assumes responsibility of food stamps, disability services
(The Center Square) − Major changes to Louisiana’s welfare and workforce programs officially took effect Wednesday, shifting oversight of key public assistance benefits from the Department of Children and Family Services to the Louisiana...
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Louisiana high school students push for safety, mental health and youth involvement initiatives
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The Acadiana Advocate - Louisiana
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Thirty-one Louisiana high school students are taking school safety, mental health and youth involvement in civic matters into their own hands through the Louisiana Legislative Youth Advisory Council. The advisory council was created to give high...
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New Orleans Archdiocese Proposes $230M Settlement
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New Orleans, LAThe New Orleans Archdiocese has upped its initial offer of $180 million to a $230 million proposed settlement – guaranteed. Many of the more than 500 sex abuse survivors were advised by their attorneys to reject the lesser offer...
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New Orleans Carjacking at Preschool Ends With Father Killed
(New Orleans) - An unthinkable situation happened on Canal Street in New Orleans, as a man just going to pick his child up from nursery school was gunned down by a man who carjacked him, according to WWL. New Orleans Police Department officials...
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Jane Goodall dies at 91: Reflections on her visit to New Orleans
In 2017, Goodall visited New Orleans schools, sharing her journey and inspiring youth in conservation. NEW ORLEANS — Dr. Jane Goodall, the pioneering chimpanzee researcher and global conservationist, has died at 91, the Jane Goodall Institute...
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Forever chemicals, metals found in Louisiana drinking water
A recent study has raised new questions about the safety of drinking water in New Orleans and the surrounding parishes. The analysis found traces of “forever chemicals” and heavy metals in homes that draw tap water from the Mississippi River,...
Owner: Environmental Health Sciences
Pink pumpkins are back at Baton Rouge General’s campuses for its Protect Your Pumpkins campaign
A blush has fallen over all three of Baton Rouge General’s (BRG) campuses this morning, thanks to porcelain doll pumpkins. That’s right. The hospital’s annual pink pumpkin patches are back today, Oct. 2, with 5,000 free rosy gourds for the...
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Free Dog and Cat Adoptions in Lafayette, Louisiana
(LAFAYETTE, La) - Pets can be a wonderful addition to a family. Harvard Health lists some amazing benefits to owning a pet, including the potential to reduce stress (both mental and physical), lowering risk of developing high blood pressure, lower...
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Duck Dynasty star Uncle Si Robertson hospitalized in Louisiana
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"Duck Dynasty" star Uncle Si Robertson was hospitalized in Louisiana for a severe sinus infection. His podcast co-host, Justin Martin, confirmed the news and stated Robertson is "on the mend." The 77-year-old is expected to be discharged from the...
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South Bay legislators Lieu, Allen, Muratsuchi talk A.I., e-bikes, housing, Trump, healthcare at Palos Verdes luncheon
by Garth Meyer The South Bay’s three top legislators went to the hill Sept. 26 for the annual Palos Verdes Chamber of Commerce Legislative Forum & Luncheon: “From the Capitol to the Community.” Congressman Ted Lieu talked about A.I., healthcare...
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