Louisiana Senate slams door on reconsidering older split-jury convictions

Louisiana Senate slams door on reconsidering older split-jury convictions

By Greg LaRose Contributing Writer (lailluminator.com) — Persons imprisoned in Louisiana through unconstitutional split-jury verdicts...

Oretha Castle Haley’s journal added to collection at National Museum of African American History and Culture

By Fritz Esker Contributing Writer Washington, D.C.’s National Museum of African American History and Culture...

Energy bills are rising while pathways for aid are threatened at state, federal level

By Safura Syed Contributing Writer (Veritenews.org) — The recent end to a state-led energy efficiency...

Effort blocked to move more Louisiana teenagers from juvenile to adult courts

By Julie O’Donoghue Contributing Writer (lailluminator.com) — After outcry from several corners of the legal...

Under council scrutiny, sheriff blames structural problems, ‘intentional wrongdoing’ for jailbreak

By Katie Jane Fernelius Contributing Writer (Veritenews.org) — Speaking before the New Orleans City Council...

The Newest Restaurant Openings in New Orleans, May 2025

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SCOTUS opens door to police accountability

By Stacy M. Brown Contributing Writer (Black Press USA) — The U.S. Supreme Court unanimously...

Magic Johnson pledges $500,000 to Xavier University of Louisiana

Xavier University of Louisiana hosted its Centennial Gala on May 8, celebrating its 100th anniversary...

Trump orders undercut Black business gains

By Stacy M. Brown Black Press USA Black-owned businesses have experienced historic growth in recent...

Louisiana might pay out overlapping business incentives for a decade or more

By Tristan Baurick Contributing Writer (Veritenews.org) — On many nights, John Allaire can turn off...

Lawmakers fight to save DOJ office that eases racial tensions

By Stacy M. Brown Contributing Writer (Black Press USA) — Faced with a wave of...

Tracey’s Original Irish Channel Bar Is Closing After 15 Years

Tracey’s Original Irish Channel Bar is closing its doors after 15 years. | Tracey’s Original...

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