New Orleans has seen too many incarcerated children suffer with no resources to address their mental health needs. A new initiative is changing that. The Orleans Parish Juvenile Court has received a federal grant of $750K to establish a mental health court…
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Atlanta Didn’t Have A Chance. TikTok Foodie Keith Lee Selects New Orleans As Top Food Destination
New Orleans beat out other cities, including Houston, Vegas, LA and New York, to receive the top ranking, with Lee noting that its high level of customer service set the southern city a part from the rest.
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C.J. McCollum Has Collapsed Lung, No Time Table For Return
In 2021, while McCollum was a member of the Portland Trail Blazers, he suffered his first collapsed lung and was out of the lineup for 18 games.
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Janelle Monáe Shows Her Breast During Essence Festival Performance
Janelle Monáe ate up her performance at New Orleans’ Essence Festival. On Friday, June 30, the 37-year-old made a controversial choice on stage to lift her top to show her right breast to the audience as she sang. The memorable…
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Chef Nina Compton Brings Complex Caribbean Flavors to New Orleans’ Creole Flare
“When I think of the Caribbean, I think of vibrant flavors and bold colors like: turquoise, yellow, green, blue, red. And all of that is in our food,” Chef Nina Compton recalls of her home island of St. Lucia. “When…
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Xavier Cole Named 18th President of Loyola University New Orleans
Cole will become the first person of color, and the second layperson, to lead the 111-year-old institution
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Addis NOLA is a Celebration of Ethiopia’s Authentic Flavors
Addis NOLA is more than a restaurant—it’s a celebration of East African culture and heritage. The family-owned establishment offers a truly authentic Ethiopian dining experience. Since its opening in August 2019, Addis NOLA has garnered attention from locals and visitors. Now…
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5 U.S. Destinations To Check Out This Holiday Season for a Quick Getaway
‘Tis the season—for holiday traveling, that is. As we wrap up this year, we can’t help but to think of ways to fit in a quick getaway. The end of the year also signifies well-deserved time off, after all, you’ve…
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Fats Domino Has New Orleans Street Renamed in His Honor
The city of New Orleans has renamed a street in honor of one of its most famous sons, legendary singer and pianist Antoine “Fats” Domino, reports ABC News. On Saturday, a renaming ceremony was held with Domino’s family in attendance along…
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