A New Orleans Halloween
October 26, 2018
Move over Mardi Gras - it’s time for some New Orleans Halloween fun! We’ve gathered a list of all of the free, family-friendly Halloween events.
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Short Term Rentals Aren’t the Economic Boon They Claim
October 18, 2018
When it comes to short term rentals in New Orleans, don’t believe everything you hear - or read. Several economists have come forward to denounce an often-cited study from the Hospitality Research Center on the positive impacts of short term rentals on the city's economy.
Kavanaugh Challenges The #MeToo Movement
October 2, 2018
The #MeToo movement has overcome a lot of challenges – the biggest of which was getting started to begin with. As more and more women have come forward to tell their stories, and as men like Bill Cosby have been held accountable for their pasts, it feels like change is finally in the air. Enter […]
S&WB’s Green Vision
September 19, 2018
The New Orleans Sewerage and Water Board has its fair share of troubles. An eroded, distrustful relationship with the people of the city, ongoing budget problems, and a contentious partnership with the Civil Service Department are just a few challenges facing the utility. But while S&WB’s new executive director Ghassan Korban is committed to fixing […]
It’s Time to Legalize Cannabis in Louisiana
September 18, 2018
Yesterday was a big victory for medical marijuana in Louisiana. The state Board of Medical Examiners voted 8-1 to increase statewide access to medical marijuana. One of the main ways in which they’re doing this is by eliminating the patient limit. There are only a dozen or so doctors approved to prescribe cannabis in the […]
Kenner Mayor Rescinds Nike Ban
September 12, 2018
On Sunday, a viral story posted by Big Easy Magazine brought to light a memo in which Kenner mayor Ben Zahn attempted to ban the purchase and use of Nike products at all city recreational facilities. The story quickly gained national attention. We are proud to say that the mayor has now rescinded that memo. […]
How To Alienate A City: A Lesson From Kenner’s Mayor
September 11, 2018
Around 8:45 am Sunday morning, we broke the story that the mayor of Kenner had attempted to ban Nike products from all city recreational facilities. We received a copy of an internal City of Kenner memo and posted it on our Facebook page. According to the document, not only did the mayor want to ensure no […]
We Broke It First: City of Kenner Attempts to Ban Nike Products
September 9, 2018
The city of Kenner is attempting to ban Nike purchases from all city recreation programs. In a memo released on September 5, Mayor E. Ben Zhan III states that effective immediately, any booster club operating out of any Kenner recreation facility must have all apparel and gear purchases approved by the city. Further, the memo […]
When Tropical Weather Strikes, Make Sure You Listen to the Real Weather Authorities
September 4, 2018
Tropical Storm Barry is an uncomfortable and unwelcome reminder that we’re in the middle of hurricane season. So, now is as good a time as any to go over some reminders about the best places to get information when a tropical storm or hurricane is approaching the area. While most TV and radio weather forecasts […]
New Orleans Stands Up Against Radical Pro-Life Movie
August 28, 2018
The fight for female reproductive freedom is far from over. In fact, as Republicans fight to whip up enough votes to confirm Judge Brett Kavanaugh to the Supreme Court, the larger fight over reproductive freedoms may be just beginning.
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