Louisiana’s not part of the latest redistricting fight. But its own long battle is still playing out.

Saxophone player David Lastie leaves lasting mark on New Orleans music

Lastie grew up in a musical family that included trumpeter Melvin Lastie and drummer Jessie Hill.

How Louisiana’s new surgeon general wants to transform public health

Dr. Evelyn Griffin is pushing for more emphasis on wellness and prevention. She has also aligned with the MAHA movement in fighting government mandates and questioning the safety of some vaccines.

Share your experiences with the public health system in Louisiana

The New York Times is examining how public health is changing in the state, from the whooping cough outbreak to vaccine policies, and we want to hear from you.

Trump’s offshore wind crackdown reaches the Gulf of Mexico

A German company accepted a big federal payout to not build an offshore wind farm near Louisiana.

Melvin Lastie helped rewrite industry rules for N.O. musicians

Melvin Lastie could play his horn while smoking a cigarette. Somehow, he created a sound that was smooth and sweet.