As the RTA picks a new leader, public transit advocates want the basics done better

New Orleans restaurants set to host ‘Anti-ICE Supper Club'

It’s been almost a year since New Orleanians found out that President Trump was planning to target southeast Louisiana for sweeping immigration raids, sending panic through the area’s immigrant communities.  Amid the pain, sorrow and fear resulting from months of immigration arrests, regular folks from across the city including restaurant owners and chefs have been at the center of community efforts to assist vulnerable individuals caught up in the arrest and deportation dragnet.  Next week, a handful of chefs and restaurant owners are stepping up again. This time they’re set to host fundraising dinners to help immigrants detained in Louisiana. They’re […]

Immigrants in ICE detention have no due process rights under US Constitution, federal appeals court says

The 5th Circuit ruling affects tens of thousands of people in Mississippi, Louisiana and Texas, where immigrant detention is growing.

Chris Kenner scores big hits with help from Allen Toussaint

Kenner's career began in the church, but he later moved to R&B where he left a lasting mark.

New film highlights the Dew Drop Inn’s role in the fight for civil rights

A new documentary film chronicles the storied history and second life of a historic Black New Orleans music venue.  “Dew Drop Inn — Resistance and Resilience” was selected for this year’s New Orleans Film Festival and is screening on Sunday (Oct. 25).  The Dew Drop Inn, a storied music venue, hosted countless legendary performers such […]

Mississippi officer put himself in harm’s way before fatally shooting 1-year-old Kohen Wiley, experts say

'It’s just a tragedy. It could have been avoided,' says Chuck Wexler, executive director of the Police Executive Research Forum.