22December 2025
‘Catahoula Crunch’ sees shift in strategy, geography
By Bobbi-Jean MisickContributing Writer (Veritenews.org) — The second week of a stepped up immigration enforcement...
GOP could gain nearly 200 state legislative seats in La. voting rights case, report finds
By Jonathan ShormanContributing Writer (Stateline)— Republicans could gain nearly 200 state legislative seats across the...
22December 2025
Louisiana backs off Medicaid contract termination, will offer extension through March
By Julie O’DonoghueContributing Writer (lailluminator.com) — Just a week after Gov. Jeff Landry’s administration confirmed...
22December 2025
Sunset, La. mural pays homage to legendary Chenier brothers
By Michael Patrick WelchContributing Writer The world has long celebrated Louisiana’s Chenier family, which includes...
8 New Orleans Restaurant Openings to Know This December
Succotash will open this winter with a Southern-fusion menu. A flurry of year-end openings offers...
Don’t Overlook the Food at Cocktail Bar Jewel of the South
A savory pie from Jewel of the South. French Quarter spot Jewel of the South,...
The Saddest New Orleans Restaurant Closings This Month
The closings this month are especially wrenching, as some area Hispanic-owned restaurants are shuttering, at...
15December 2025
To combat violence, Young Rollers offer a happier alternative: New Orleans culture
By Katy ReckdahlThe Lens On Sunday, December 7, 16 members of the Young Rollers Social...
15December 2025
Audit: Far fewer grocery stores accepting WIC benefits in La.
By Greg LaRoseContributing Writer (lailluminator.com) — A federal program that provides food aid to low-income...
Lawmakers, advocates worry ending Medicaid contract could create care gaps
By Julie O’DonoghueContributing Writer (lailluminator) — Several Louisiana senators and health care advocates are aghast...
15December 2025
RIDE panel discusses unsafe infrastructure, accessibility issues at annual State of Transit event
By Madhri YehiyaContributing Writer (Veritenews.org) — Public transport advocacy organization Ride New Orleans (RIDE) hosted...
15December 2025
Algiers bonfire celebrates theCajun and Creole winter traditions
By Ivanna WashingtonContributing Writer To kick off the holidays, a structure 30-feet high was lit...
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