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Sen. Duplessis enters New Orleans mayoral race, vows fresh perspective
WWL - Louisiana
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July 2, 2025
He says he’s bringing new energy and perspective to the mayor’s race. NEW ORLEANS — State Senator Royce Duplessis is officially running for mayor of New Orleans. Duplessis launched his campaign Tuesday evening at the Ashé Powerhouse Theater in...
Louisiana State Sen. Royce Duplessis to join New Orleans mayor’s race
Gambit - Louisiana
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Louisiana State Sen. Royce Duplessis, a Democrat, has announced he’s running for New Orleans mayor, after initially saying he wouldn't run six months ago. In a social media statement posted Sunday night, Duplessis, addressing residents, said he'd...
University hosts diverse religious affiliations despite statewide contention on religion in schools
North Texas Daily
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Religion has become a topic of contention when mixed with education, which, according to the Texas Tribune, has had a statewide push in the last few Texas legislative sessions. This session, multiple bills introduced and passed brought religion...
Letters: New Orleans needs a mayor who's up to the job
Nola - Louisiana
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I hope we elect a competent mayor. I want to vote for a mayoral candidate who can manage. I'm tired of the social activists and community organizers. I want a mayor who hires proven managers who have been successful. I want to see a city that...
New Orleans Pelicans' dynamic TV broadcast duo of Joel Meyers, Antonio Daniels returning
Nola - Louisiana
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There have been some pretty dang good duos in New Orleans since NBA basketball returned to the city in 2002. There was Chris Paul and David West. And there was Anthony Davis and Jrue Holiday. But don’t forget about Joel Meyers and Antonio Daniels,...
Texas may not enforce migrant arrest law, US appeals court rules
Yahoo News
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By Nate Raymond (Reuters) -Texas authorities may not enforce a Republican-backed state law that would let them arrest and prosecute people suspected of illegally crossing the U.S.-Mexico border, a divided federal appeals court ruled late on...
A guide to libraries in greater Baton Rouge
225 Magazine
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July 2, 2025
Award-winning facilities. A collection of more than 2 million items. Hundreds of regular programs and events. The East Baton Rouge Parish Library (EBRPL) is an almost limitless resource for local readers. And it draws 301,029 of them—the highest...
Divided US appeals court blocks enforcement of Texas state immigration law
The Gazette - Colorado
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By Nate Raymond (Reuters) -Texas authorities may not enforce a Republican-backed state law that would let them arrest and prosecute people suspected of illegally crossing the U.S.-Mexico border, a divided federal appeals court ruled late Thursday....
223 students were enrolled for 12th grade in St. James Parish schools in 2023-24 school year
River Parish News - Louisiana
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July 6, 2025
Dr. Jenna Chiasson Deputy Superintendent of Teaching and Learning at Louisiana Department of Education | LinkedInDr. Jenna Chiasson Deputy Superintendent of Teaching and Learning at Louisiana Department of Education | LinkedIn There were 223 12th...
Clancy's Commentary: Voters must do the homework ahead of the New Orleans mayor's race
WWL - Louisiana
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July 1, 2025
NEW ORLEANS — Six months ago, Senator Royce Duplessis said he would not run for mayor. Now, he’s all in. He joins three other announced major candidates: City Council members Helena Moreno and Oliver Thomas, and retired Criminal Court Judge Arthur...
Louisiana Catholic school music teacher fired when parent discovered his late husband’s obituary
New York Post
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July 3, 2025
A gay Catholic school music teacher in Louisiana claimed he was fired after a parent discovered his late husband’s obituary and accused him of breaking the school’s morality clause. Mark Richards had worked at the St. Francis Xavier Catholic...
What’s the proper role for religion in U.S. public schools?
Patheos
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July 4, 2025
Schoolroom prayers? opt-outs? curriculums? displays? / pixabay.com image THE RELIGION GUY’S ANSWER: In the vigorous discussions since World War Two about religion’s proper place in U.S. public schools, believers have been on both defense and...
Poet Chuck Perkins Depicts Beauty and Pain of Living in New Orleans
Off Beat Magazine - Louisiana
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June 30, 2025
Cover art by J. Renee University of Louisiana at Lafayette Press will release Beautiful and Ugly Too by Chuck Perkins, hitting bookstores July 29. New Orleans local Perkins is a product of city’s public school system, and he’s currently the owner...
New Orleans events: July 4th fireworks, Uncle Sam Jam, Mia X and more June 30-July 6
Gambit - Louisiana
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Looking for more to do this week? Check out the latest on Gambit's calendar at calendar.gambitweekly.com. Go 4th on the River There are fireworks over the riverfront at 9 p.m. on Independence Day. The show will feature patriotic bursts of red,...
world Freed from US jail, Columbia University activist Mahmoud Khalil seizes his new public platform
Asiaone
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July 4, 2025
NEW YORK — US President Donald Trump's fight with elite American universities was only a few days old when federal immigration agents arrested the Palestinian student activist Mahmoud Khalil at his Columbia University apartment building in New...
‘The system itself is the problem’: Hundreds rally in New Orleans against ICE raids
Nola - Louisiana
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More than 300 people marched and rallied in Lafayette Square Park against ICE raids as part of a nationwide effort by Service Employees International Union members on Tuesday. "This affects all of us," said Marisa Lopez of Colorado, who flew to...
New College receives $2.5 million gift for new education center
Sarasota Herald Tribune - Florida
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New College gains $2.5 million gift for new education center New College of Florida has received a $2.5 million gift from the DSF Charitable Foundation, the philanthropic organization of the David Scaife family, to fund the Contemplation and...
ICE arrests increase in New Orleans region following push from Trump administration
WWL - Louisiana
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July 1, 2025
ICE also reported 8,371 deportations and several gang-related arrests for the month. NEW ORLEANS — A renewed push from the Trump administration to ramp up immigration enforcement appears to be taking shape in the South. In late May, White House...
10+ spots to see public art for free around Baton Rouge
225 Magazine
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July 1, 2025
Louisiana’s dynamic cultural traditions are in rich supply in Baton Rouge, where public art has long been part of the local landscape. Notable murals and sculptures provide inspiration in unexpected places throughout the city, inviting viewers to...
20 free things to do around Baton Rouge, plus more savvy saving tips
225 Magazine
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July 1, 2025
Get the most bang for your buck at these priceless experiences around the Capital Region 1. Enjoy the million-dollar views of Baton Rouge from above at viewing decks atop the Louisiana State Capitol or the Shaw Center for the Arts for no cost....