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Jazz clarinetist William “Willie” Humphrey Jr. helped preserve and define New Orleans’ traditional jazz sound during a career that lasted more than 90 years. https://ow.ly/jIGQ50ZwL6r
Clarinetist William Humphrey Jr. helped preserve traditional jazz
He also helped sustain New Orleans' brass band traditions.
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New Orleans City Council discusses increasing oversight of NOPD drone usage A new ordinance would require the New Orleans Police Department to report more frequently to the City Council on its use of drones.
New Orleans City Council discusses increasing oversight of NOPD drone usage
A new ordinance would require the New Orleans Police Department to report more frequently to the City Council on its use of drones.
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Advisory committee kicks off work to consider a City Hall makeover The Municipal Complex Advisory Committee will consider how to renovate a half-century old City Hall building.
Advisory committee kicks off work to consider a City Hall makeover
The Municipal Complex Advisory Committee will consider how to renovate a half-century old City Hall building.
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Sister Gertrude Morgan, a self-taught artist and preacher of the Gospel Although she earned critical acclaim for her artistry, Morgan never sought fame, saying she worked for the Lord.
Sister Gertrude Morgan, a self-taught artist and preacher of the Gospel
Although she earned critical acclaim for her artistry, Morgan never sought fame, saying she worked for the Lord.
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Former and current faculty at Bricolage Academy wrote letters in April alleging misconduct by the school's CEO, Edward Brown. In an exclusive with @veritenews.org, some of the letter writers talk more about their experiences working under Brown. veritenews.org/2026/07/31/n...
Bricolage Academy faculty say CEO berated, belittled employees — particularly women - Verite News New Orleans
In April, 24 current and former Bricolage employees drafted letters to the charter school’s board about CEO Edward Brown’s leadership, as Brown was facing allegations of sex discrimination. The NOLA P...
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Dozens of parish leaders, volunteers have left Landry-Murrill recall campaign over alleged mismanagement With three months to go, former Louisiana Deserves Better members say the recall petition still has time to be successful, but its chair’s leadership has alienated many volunteers and refused…
Dozens of parish leaders, volunteers have left Landry-Murrill recall campaign over alleged mismanagement
With three months to go, former Louisiana Deserves Better members say the recall petition still has time to be successful, but its chair’s leadership has alienated many volunteers and refused to accept thousands of signatures.
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How slavery fueled elite status, wealth and influence It is vital to acknowledge that this extreme wealth and luxury were built directly on the forced labor of hundreds of enslaved Africans and their descendants.
How slavery fueled elite status, wealth and influence
It is vital to acknowledge that this extreme wealth and luxury were built directly on the forced labor of hundreds of enslaved Africans and their descendants.
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Also known as Consuela Provost, this New Orleans poet and scholar also wrote “Maw-Maw’s Creole ABC Book” for children, recorded Creole music and translated songs for OperaCréole. https://ow.ly/XLmV50ZuRsf
Clarinetist William “Willie” Humphrey Jr. helped preserve traditional jazz in New Orleans He also helped sustain New Orleans' brass band traditions.
Clarinetist William “Willie” Humphrey Jr. helped preserve traditional jazz in New Orleans
He also helped sustain New Orleans' brass band traditions.
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The proposed changes come after the state legislature passed House Bill 1243, which gives the city control over the membership of the utility’s governing board and gives the City Council greater authority to regulate and override board decisions. https://ow.ly/9h5F50ZuSrm
Sewerage & Water Board changes advance out of committees
The changes to the Sewerage & Water Board, which include increased oversight, will begin on August 1.
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Misoprostol is the go-to medication to treat hemorrhages, one of the most common pregnancy complications in Louisiana. But a new state law is making it harder to access. https://ow.ly/p0ak50ZuRq4
As mornings get warmer and summer heat waves continue, will shelter shortages complicate aid for the city’s homeless residents? https://ow.ly/yntA50ZuRvw
Homeless New Orleanians swelter amid scorching heat wave
As mornings get warmer and summer heat waves continue, will shelter shortages complicate aid for the city's homeless residents?
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Friends of Codey’s supports new food entrepreneurs in becoming participants in the city’s cultural economy. https://ow.ly/6fkM50ZuR1q
New Orleans food incubator helps ventures make a big impact
Friends of Codey’s supports new food entrepreneurs in becoming participants in the city’s cultural economy.
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Bricolage Academy faculty say CEO berated, belittled employees — particularly women In April, 24 current and former Bricolage employees drafted letters to the charter school’s board about CEO Edward Brown’s leadership, as Brown was facing allegations of sex discrimination. The NOLA Public Schools…
Bricolage Academy faculty say CEO berated, belittled employees — particularly women
In April, 24 current and former Bricolage employees drafted letters to the charter school’s board about CEO Edward Brown’s leadership, as Brown was facing allegations of sex discrimination. The NOLA Public Schools district has opened an investigation into the school.
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Friends of Codey’s helps entrepreneurs find their footing in New Orleans’ crowded food landscape. https://ow.ly/6aa650ZuR3x
Jazz trumpeter Percy Humphrey earned international fame Humphrey's musical training laid the foundation for his long career.
Jazz trumpeter Percy Humphrey earned international fame
Humphrey's musical training laid the foundation for his long career.
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City Council committee advances sweeping changes to Sewerage & Water Board The changes to the Sewerage & Water Board, which include increased oversight, will begin on August 1.
City Council committee advances sweeping changes to Sewerage & Water Board
The changes to the Sewerage & Water Board, which include increased oversight, will begin on August 1.
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The Dejoie family pharmacies served as more than places to fill prescriptions. They were gathering places and commercial hubs in the Black community. https://ow.ly/vVlu50ZuQZU
Dejoie family pharmacy cured and connected a community
These pharmacies served as more than places to fill prescriptions. They were gathering places and commercial hubs in the Black community.
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More than half of New Orleans' 13 recreation centers — which double as cooling centers during the summer — are closed for maintenance. https://ow.ly/vskV50ZuwMu
New Orleans food incubator helps small ventures make a big impact Friends of Codey’s supports new food entrepreneurs in becoming participants in the city’s cultural economy.
New Orleans food incubator helps small ventures make a big impact
Friends of Codey’s supports new food entrepreneurs in becoming participants in the city’s cultural economy.
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‘Professor Jim’ Humphrey helped shape early N.O. jazz bands Musicians on plantations along the Mississippi River benefited from traveling music teacher James Brown Humphrey. As Humphrey traveled from place to place by train, he encouraged plantation owners to invest in music lessons for their…
‘Professor Jim’ Humphrey helped shape early N.O. jazz bands
Musicians on plantations along the Mississippi River benefited from traveling music teacher James Brown Humphrey. As Humphrey traveled from place to place by train, he encouraged plantation owners to invest in music lessons for their field workers and house servants. Believing music kept workers happy, many owners paid for lessons and instruments. They hoped these opportunities would make workers’ lives more enjoyable and encourage them to remain on the plantations despite the low wages they received. But Humphrey’s music lessons had the opposite effect. “By training musicians, he enabled them to eventually leave plantation life and pursue careers in the city of New Orleans,” …
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Like the rest of the nation, Orleans Parish has seen warmer maximum morning temperatures — meaning those who remain outside have less recovery time from the heat. https://ow.ly/XLqt50ZuaMv
Homeless New Orleanians swelter amid scorching heat wave
As mornings get warmer and summer heat waves continue, will shelter shortages complicate aid for the city's homeless residents?
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Many of city’s cooling centers closed amid dangerous heat With the heat index approaching 110 degrees on Tuesday, eight of the city’s 13 rec centers, which double as cooling stations during the summer, were closed for maintenance.
Many of city’s cooling centers closed amid dangerous heat
With the heat index approaching 110 degrees on Tuesday, eight of the city’s 13 rec centers, which double as cooling stations during the summer, were closed for maintenance.
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A Louisiana law reclassified misoprostol, the go-to medication to treat hemorrhages, as a controlled substance. https://ow.ly/1Gf650ZtTvR
Abortion drug access law raises pregnant patients’ risk
Abortion drug access law raises pregnant patients’ risk.
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Businesses were able to apply for up to $5,000 in relief funds. However, some business owners said the money would not be enough to compensate for the loss of revenue. https://ow.ly/bPZf50ZtT0n
French Quarter businesses say relief is not enough
The Business Stabilization Fund offers up to $5,000 in relief for businesses on Decatur Street who may have been impacted by a months-long construction project in the French Quarter.
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More than 100 of Landry’s employees have signed a strict confidentiality agreement with the governor’s office binding them to secrecy about what they learn on the job. https://ow.ly/AKmO50ZtSOz
This St. Augustine High School coach led the school's athletes to several champions in his 43 years as sports director and served in the Louisiana House of Representatives from 1980 to 1983. https://ow.ly/pXGn50Ztnv2
Dejoie family pharmacy cured and connected a community These pharmacies served as more than places to fill prescriptions. They were gathering places and commercial hubs in the Black community.
Dejoie family pharmacy cured and connected a community
These pharmacies served as more than places to fill prescriptions. They were gathering places and commercial hubs in the Black community.
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Homeless New Orleanians swelter amid scorching heat wave As mornings get warmer and summer heat waves continue, will shelter shortages complicate aid for the city's homeless residents?
Homeless New Orleanians swelter amid scorching heat wave
As mornings get warmer and summer heat waves continue, will shelter shortages complicate aid for the city's homeless residents?
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