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Shaw’s ‘diamond in the rough’ goes from basketball-only to committing to LSU for football
Jackson Williams’ future appeared to be on the basketball court, but a transfer from Newman to Shaw put him on a new path to LSU football. Here’s his story.
Circus and Mardi Gras-themed stage shows are coming to New Orleans theaters this week
Get ready for a thrilling week of theatrical performances in New Orleans, from the Carnival spirit in "And the Ball and All" to the circus magic of "Water for Elephants."
Louisiana restructured child care tax credits for businesses to help families, workers
State leaders restructured and renamed a tax credit program for childcare businesses and businesses that invest in child care, which early childhood education advocates say will increase the quality of child care and ease parents back into the workforce.
Baton Rouge Republican joins race for Julia Letlow's U.S. House seat
After U.S. Rep. Julia Letlow entered the U.S. Senate race following an endorsement from President Donald Trump, candidates are lining up to to run for her seat.
National retail chain closing its clothing stores across LA, including at the Riverwalk outlets
Open since 1999, women’s clothing chain had more than 450 locations across the U.S.
Uptown car wash site hits market, reopening debate over future of Tchoupitoulas corridor
A longtime Uptown car wash is up for sale just two years after a heated fight over demolishing historic homes on the site. The 70,000-square-foot Tchoupitoulas Street property now sits at the center of a corridor still in flux, as nearby retail and development plans remain uncertain.
Who was the New Orleans area prep sports athlete of the week for Jan. 19-24? Vote now
The past week in New Orleans area high school sports included several outstanding performances in many different sports.
New Orleans leaders, congressional Democrats condemn Trump’s anti-immigrant campaign
The hearing follows ICE killings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti in Minneapolis. It's one of several the group of Democratic Congress members plans to hold across the country to hear from immigrant and civil rights advocates and call attention to the treatment of people during the crackdowns.
Who was the best girls athlete on the Northshore for the week of Jan. 18-24? Vote now!
Vote for who you think was the best girls athlete on the Northshore last week.
House Democrats hear testimony in New Orleans on 'Catahoula Crunch' immigration raids
Democrats on the U.S. House Homeland Security Committee used a hearing in New Orleans to excoriate Republican colleagues for failing to do more to rein in federal immigration raids.
Entrepreneurs Organization isn't therapy, but it can be therapeutic, the local chapter president says
The Baton Rouge-based ad executive is president of the Louisiana chapter of Entrepreneurs Organization, which connects business founders with their peers and helps them learn how to grow their companies.
Louisiana poet David Middleton shines in "Time Will Tell" collection of poems
Middleton is a poet-in-residence emeritus at Nicholls State University in Thibodaux.
I didn’t mean to keep my daughter’s Christmas gift, but here we are: Jan Risher
In the newsroom lately, Jan Risher has sounded a lot like an infomercial — which is both out of character and mildly alarming. Turns out, her column this week is not a product pitch. It's a story about a Christmas gift and discovering there’s an easier way to carry things.
Louisiana parades to DC for 77th Washington Mardi Gras. What to know about 2026 festivities.
Here’s a look at this year’s court, the history of the festivities and who attends one of the most lavish Carnival balls of the season.
Basketball point shaving scandal’s ties to Louisiana come as sports gambling thrives
Eight of the 20 athletes implicated in an NCAA point shaving scandal played for Louisiana colleges. Did the state’s legal sports gambling play a factor?
50-year SBA veteran retires; law firm doubles in size; new fellowship cohorts named
Take a look at some of the recent promotions and new hires announced at south Louisiana businesses.
Cornerstone Energy Park names Director of Business Development and Marketing to help advance responsible development
For more than 70 years, Cornerstone Chemical Company, LLC has been a proud community partner in Jefferson Parish. Today, as the company advances a long-term vision centered on modernization, sustainability
What are Mayor Helena Moreno's top officials getting paid? Some positions see increases.
Mayor Helena Moreno’s top City Hall deputies are raking in larger paychecks than senior officials under former Mayor LaToya Cantrell did – but some high-paid positions have been cut.
A strong second half sparked John Curtis in a district matchup against Edna Karr
A John Curtis eighth grader came off the bench and led the team in scoring against Edna Karr.
Will a $45M youth sports complex spur new business on the West Bank? 'We're on top of oil.'
Learn about the new $45 million John Alario Jr. Youth Sports Complex in Jefferson Parish, poised to bring in thousands of tourists and boost economic development in the area.
These 4 Senate District 3 candidates seek to represent New Orleans in the Legislature
The Feb. 7 primary for state Senate District 3 offers voters a range of choices for a district spanning Gentilly, New Orleans East, downriver Neighborhoods and St. Bernard Parish.
One big question: How do you avoid the potential pitfalls of running a family business?
Leaders of multi-generational family businesses across south Louisiana share their strategies for success.
Landry tells Hispanic Chamber his immigration policies will boost Louisiana economy
Gov. Jeff Landry said his efforts to stem illegal immigration and improve public safety have ensured economic prosperity for the state in a keynote speech to the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Louisiana.
Two sons of former New Orleans politicians vie for the House District 97 seat
A property management consultant and a local attorney who are both new to the political scene will go head to head this winter for the House District 97 seat in
Julie Emerson exits Louisiana Senate race after Julia Letlow enters with Trump’s backing
State Rep. Julie Emerson thought she had a path to defeating U.S. Sen. Bill Cassidy.
St. Tammany grocer buys 2 anchor sites at largely empty North Shore Square Mall. See the plan.
For years, Slidell officials have grappled with calls from constituents to revitalize the largely empty North Shore Square Mall. Now something new — and local — is coming.
5 New Orleans East candidates hope to replace Hughes in District 100
See who is in the running to represent New Orleans East in the Legislature.
Brother Martin’s 2-sport difference-maker is drawing the respect of opposing coaches
The Crusaders standout is also drawing interest from colleges in multiple sports. Here’s his story.
Washington Mardi Gras is a party with a purpose: 'It's a chance to move projects along.'
"A lot of people didn't know how to be a part of the moment without being in the krewe."
Louisiana health secretary's priorities for LDH: 'Zero-waste,' healthy food, 'radical transparency'
Louisiana Health Secretary Bruce Greenstein laid out a sweeping roadmap for the $21B Department of Health, promising tighter oversight, a new focus on nutrition and annual public accountability.
Saints Hall of Famer Drew Brees is launching a new sport with the Tennis Channel founder
Drew Brees continues to venture into the world of pickleball after retiring from the NFL.
Lehigh Sports Central: Men's Wrestling
On the latest edition of Lehigh Sports Central, hear from Men's Wrestling head coach Pat Santoro and senior Max Brignola as the discuss the team's four-match...
A Brother Martin senior's late goal decided a close boys soccer match against Newman
The Brother Martin boys soccer team played in a close game against Newman.
What Julia Letlow’s entry into the Senate race means for Bill Cassidy and other candidates
President Donald Trump’s endorsement is a potent advantage for Letlow’s campaign, analysts say.
With Julia Letlow running for Senate, who is running for her House seat? Here’s the latest.
Several state legislators and other political figures are already saying they will run, or are considering it.
Who was the New Orleans area prep sports athlete of the week for Jan. 12-17? Vote now
The past week in New Orleans area high school sports included several outstanding performances in many different sports.
Julia Letlow will run for Louisiana’s U.S. Senate seat after Trump endorses her
Her entrance to the race, with Trump’s backing, scrambles an already crowded field of challengers to Sen. Bill Cassidy.
The John Curtis girls basketball team is led by a senior that's 'always had the feel'
John Curtis senior Bailey Timmons has had success playing basketball from a young age.
Lady A, Gin Blossoms, Herman's Hermits headline 2026 Family Gras in Metairie
See the full lineup here.
New Orleans Shakespeare Festival, Tulane Summer Lyric Theatre unveil summer 2026 lineup
Summer Lyric Theatre and the New Orleans Shakespeare Festival unveiled six shows, plus a bonus, that range from the "thriller-diller" rhythms of Kander and Ebb to the bloody mayhem of the Bard of Stratford.
New children's museum executive director, law firms announce fresh batches of partners
Take a look at some of the recent promotions and new hires announced at south Louisiana businesses.
Two years as Louisiana governor: Jeff Landry’s big conservative wins, flashes of controversy
Landry says his aggressive approach is bringing much-needed change to Louisiana. But it has often attracted criticism.
Trump urges Louisiana Rep. Julia Letlow to run for U.S. Senate: ‘Run, Julia, Run!”
Trump referred to Letlow as a “Highly Respected America First Congresswoman” and said she is “Great Star, has been from the very beginning, and only gets better!”
Two years after new leaders promised change, Louisiana Democratic Party is still a mess
It’s been nearly two years since a group of upstart Democratic Party activists and voters, frustrated by years of neglect and failure, forced out the Louisiana state party’s chair and some other entrenched leaders. But what has happened since?
Louisiana takes affirmative action statement out of hiring policy after Trump executive order
Responding to an executive order by President Donald Trump, Louisiana has removed affirmative action programs from its hiring policy.
This engineering firm turned wires and poles into a $500M business: "The grid is transforming."
"When the grid was built and regulations were written, it was to manage power delivery to schools, homes, business and factories. It wasn't shipping solar power across four states. We can be essential because we understand the engineering, labor and capital needs for projects like that."
A $5M university expansion, new tropical disease vaccine and more Louisiana health notes
Here's the latest Louisiana health news.
Top Jeff Landry aide who shaped New Orleans policies is leaving to start a consulting firm
The staffer is likely to advise Gov. Jeff Landry in a political capacity on his duties as President Donald Trump's special envoy to Greenland.
Jesuit twin brothers, one who overcame rare brain condition, choose different sporting passions
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Does anyone remember the zany 'New Orleans Nite People' TV show from the late '60s?
From the same scorching Times-Picayune account of the show: “It was deranged. It was disgusting. It was discontinued."
Strib Varsity Athletes of the Week: High achievers gather in a group of seven
Nolan Myren, Daulton Bauer, Patrick Curran, Kenzie Kiminski, Alice Kartak, Jackson Refsnider and Aubrey Steffl landed the spots this week.
Who was the New Orleans area prep sports athlete of the week for Jan. 5-10? Vote now
The past week in New Orleans area high school sports included several outstanding performances in many different sports.
Louisiana could get $350M if Senate passes budget bills. See what's at stake.
Much of the money will go to beef up flood-fighting efforts.
Helena Nancy Moreno takes office as New Orleans mayor: 'A new direction for New Orleans'
New Orleans Mayor Helena Moreno is sworn in as 63rd mayor of New Orleans.
Kamala Harris swears in Helena Moreno as New Orleans mayor: ‘She is talented. She is tough.’
“The future of America is being built in cities like this, and their leaders who honor the past, meet the present moment and invest in the future. And that is the kind of leadership Helena Moreno brings to this moment.”
Helena Moreno sworn-in as mayor of New Orleans
The former journalist is the second woman and the first person of Hispanic descent to serve in the office.
What writers need to know about business: Panelists share their knowledge
Everything to know about Jefferson Parish library events.
Christine O'Brien, UnitedHealthcare CEO for La.-Miss., wants to lower insurance costs. Here's how
At a time when health insurers are under fire for raising premiums and rejecting claims while health care costs continue to rise, Christine O'Brien is trying to grow UnitedHealthcare's book of commercial business in Louisiana and Mississippi.
JP Morrell isn't giving up on transforming New Orleans city government in second term
JP Morrell, who holds a New Orleans City Council At-Large seat, begins his second term on Jan. 12. He wants to continue the push to transform city government.
For District A's Aimee McCarron, good government starts with the basics
Aimee McCarron takes over the District A seat on the New Orleans City Council with a focus on getting the basics of city government right.
New Orleans City Council Member Eugene Green wants to continue the work started in District D
New Orleans City Council Member Eugene Green begins his second term representing District D. He wants to continue the work on infrastructure, blight reduction and public safety started in his first term.
5 things to know about Helena Moreno as she becomes next mayor of New Orleans
Moreno will be the first Latina mayor of New Orleans. Watch our video to learn more.
New Orleans All-Metro small schools’ football team highlighted by a state title winner
The 2025 New Orleans area prep football season included several standout performers.
New leadership takes the helm at Lamar, Descote, United Way, Chaffe, Home Builders Association
Take a look at some of the recent promotions and new hires announced at south Louisiana businesses.
Bywater-Marigny business group pushes for a more bikeable, walkable St. Claude corridor
ByMBO's inaugural event, "Spark: Light up St. Claude," featured an illuminated jellyfish and bike light giveaways.
Council Member Matthew Willard: New Orleans needs ‘a cultural reboot within City Hall’
In his first term, the former state legislator says he'll focus on fixing street lights, finishing road projects in a timely manner and a long-term plan to grow the city’s economy.
McGlinchey Stafford vote to shut down reshuffles Louisiana legal landscape
The decision by McGlinchey Stafford PLLC leaders this week to shutter their powerhouse law firm after more than 50 years sent shock waves across south Louisiana’s legal community, and even
House Speaker Mike Johnson already had a tiny majority to work with. It just got even smaller.
A resignation and a death in the Republican ranks leave Mike Johnson and Steve Scalise with no room for errror.
Inside Helena Moreno’s 100-day plan to improve New Orleans: ‘24/7 mayor’
After a three-month transition period marred by a double-barreled budget crisis, the mayor-elect said she'll be moving fast in the next three months. She’ll start by turning on the lights.
Louisiana child dies from flu, state reports
Louisiana health officials have confirmed one pediatric flu death this season as influenza activity remains very high.
Celebs descend on New Orleans for Fan Expo 2026: John Cena, Hobbits, Christina Ricci and more
With Frodo, Sam, Merry and Pippin all visiting for the convention, LOTR-themed events are popping up, including a DJ set with Elijah Wood.
Brother Martin-Rummel goes two OTs — and the winner’s new coach is being heard
Brother Martin basketball coach Wesley Laurendine had plenty to feel good about Tuesday night.
Leaders of Louisiana legal powerhouse McGlinchey Stafford vote to dissolve firm
The New Orleans-based firm, better known as McGlinchey Stafford, was built more than 50 years ago and grew to be one of the most prestigious and respected in the region with 160 lawyers in 18 states.
2031 Super Bowl bid headlines potential windfall for New Orleans sports from New York summit meeting
Pro sports in New Orleans received a major boost this week, including another potential Super Bowl.
Now playing at New Orleans theaters: 'I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change' and more
A trio of stage shows across New Orleans this January take a look at love, loss and the occasional disaster.
Roy Glapion on work, roots, leaving the corporate world and what comes next for New Orleans
Roy Glapion, a lifelong New Orleanian and former engineering executive, talks about family roots, building Citywide Testing & Inspections, stepping away from corporate life, and why mentorship and civic investment now matter more than ever for the city’s future.
Plaud launches a new AI pin and a desktop meeting notetaker
Plaud is going after the likes of Granola to launch a desktop app that records online meetings
This New Orleans doctor has spent a lifetime working to eliminate cardiology deserts in Louisiana. There’s still more to do.
In August of 2005, Ferdinand and his family packed up their bags and spent four years working in Atlanta, Georgia after Hurricane Katrina flooded their home and heart clinic. “I returned home to service my community,” Dr. Keith Ferdinand said.
Some thoughts on hope as a new year arrives
Discover pearls of wisdom from award-winning author Essie Chambers on the power of hope and perseverance.
Donald Trump's plan to seize and revitalize Venezuela's oil industry faces major hurdles
“The estimate is that in order for Venezuela to increase from one million barrels per day — that is what it produces today — to four million barrels, it will take about a decade and about a hundred billion dollars of investment,” an energy expert said.
Introducing the 2026 ‘Beyond the Scale: Addressing Louisiana's obesity epidemic'
In 2026, Louisiana Health will launch "Beyond the Scale: Addressing Louisiana's obesity epidemic." This series will shine a spotlight on one of Louisiana’s biggest wellness issues and the efforts required
Louisiana health notes: A new Livingston Parish hospital, $50K for psychosis care and more.
Louisiana nonprofit benefit raises $50K to support early psychosis care
How LaToya Cantrell went from grassroots star to political outcast as New Orleans mayor
A once-promising disruptor, Cantrell will leave office under the cloud of an indictment, low approval ratings and a budget scandal. Here’s an inside look at her legacy.
Sponsored: Louisiana’s Fisheries Are Complex. Let’s Base Decisions on Science, Not Assumptions.
A recent Advocate/Times-Picayune article examined what Louisiana anglers caught in 2025 and what those numbers could suggest about the health of our most popular sport fish. It highlighted an important
Mike Johnson calls Trump’s military action in Venezuela ‘decisive and justified’
Johnson said members of Congress will be briefed when they return to work next week.
Mike Johnson says Trump’s Venezuela attack justified; Troy Carter says it’s unconstitutional
Johnson said members of Congress will be briefed when they return to work next week.
New Orleans all-metro swimming teams headlined by All-Americans from Jesuit, Mandeville
New Orleans all-metro swimming selections are based on times and placements from the LHSAA state championships at SPAR Aquatic Center in Sulphur.
Health trackers aim to improve health. For this Louisiana baker and others, it means more stress.
Worried about your health? You're not alone. Health anxiety is on the rise.
Deep-pocketed national chains are reshaping Magazine Street's historic shopping corridor
Retail on Magazine Street is evolving. Here's how.
As Ole Miss QB Trinidad Chambliss awaits his appeal, he keeps the Rebels winning in CFP
As Ole Miss QB Trinidad Chambliss awaits his appeal, he keeps the Rebels winning in CFP
Jeff Duncan’s crystal ball for the 2026 Louisiana sports year
Columnist Jeff Duncan looks into the crystal ball to forecast the biggest sports events for the 2026 sports year in Louisiana.
The 14 movies we’re most looking forward to in 2026
We asked the film staff to name the titles they were most stoked for in 2026. They were happy to see the returning likes of Nolan, Spielberg, Gerwig and Wile E. Coyote.
Dozens of new Louisiana laws go into effect at the start of 2026. Here's the list.
At least 21 laws begin on New Year’s Day, including many that change insurance rules and make changes to the tax code.
Exciting Theater Lineup in New Orleans!
Get ready for a thrilling season of spirits, demons, and comedy in the vibrant theaters of New Orleans. From dark comedy to classic farce, there's something for everyone to enjoy! 🎭 #NewOrleansTheater #Comedy #Demons
Boyd, Winter lead Wisconsin past Milwaukee 80-60
MADISON, Wisc. (AP) Nick Boyd scored 16 points and Nolan Winter scored 14 points and Wisconsin beat Milwaukee 80-60 on Tuesday night.
State Rep. Paula Davis to step down from Louisiana House in surprise announcement
Davis has represented South Baton Rouge for three terms.
The Rise and Fall of LaToya Cantrell
On Jan. 12, Helena Moreno will take the oath of office as New Orleans’ next mayor, a moment that for most of the city can’t come soon enough.
This Instagrammable nature trail hidden in plain sight is only an hour from New Orleans
I vowed to spend more time outdoors in 2025, with one very important caveat: day trips only. Here's where you can go, too.