“New Orleans is slowly bleeding to death. I don’t know how much longer my job will be able to continue leaking.” It’s a desperate statement, from a New Orleanian […]
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Best Social Distancing Vacations To End the Summer
August 31, 2020One of the best ways to say goodbye to summer is with one last vacation. Soak up as much sunshine as possible, explore attractions near and far, and enjoy a […]
Breaking News: Senator Bill Cassidy Tested Positive for COVID-19
August 20, 2020In breaking news, Senator Bill Cassidy has tested positive for COVID-19. According to the full statement from his office: “Upon being notified last night that he’d been exposed to an […]
“We Are in Crisis Mode.” Cantrell Administration Would Slash New Orleans Public Library Funding for 20 Years
August 19, 2020Despite requesting city departments to reduce spending by 20 percent to brace for coronavirus-related revenue shortfalls, the Cantrell Administration has proposed massive cuts to the New Orleans Public Library. The […]
As Cases Continue to Rise, Southeastern Students Launch Petition for Online Learning
August 11, 2020Southerneastern Louisiana University student Thora Hughes has started a petition against the planned reopening of campus, citing concerns over infection rates from COVID-19. The Hammond, Louisiana university has a student […]
Trump Cuts Funding for Louisiana National Guard COVID Relief, Edwards Seeks Reconsideration
August 8, 2020Governor John Bel Edwards announced on Friday, August 7 that he would be petitioning President Trump to fully fund the deployment of the Louisiana National Guard through December 31, 2020. […]
How to Understand COVID-19 Numbers
August 6, 2020ProPublica is a Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative newsroom. Sign up for The Big Story newsletter to receive stories like this one in your inbox. It’s the middle of the summer, and […]
US Census: Over 26 Percent of U.S. Households Can’t Make Rent This Month, and It’s Getting Worse
August 4, 2020According to the U.S. Census Household Pulse Survey responses collected July 9 through July 14, 26.5 percent of U.S. adults either missed last month’s rent or have slight or no confidence that they can make their next rent payment on time.
What China’s Uneven Recovery Means for the U.S
August 3, 2020The COVID-19 pandemic has adversely affected the largest economies in the world since China reported the first confirmed case in December 2019. The disease started spreading rapidly in Europe and […]
Covid-19 Claims the Life of Former Republican Presidential Candidate Herman Cain
July 30, 2020Former Presidential Candidate Herman Cain has died due to COVID-19. The former Godfather’s Pizza CEO and conservative political pundit became nationally famous when, as a 2012 contender for the Republican […]
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