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Digital life

Sybil Haydel Morial, New Orleans Civil Rights Matriarch, Dies at 91

Sybil Haydel Morial was a significant civil rights activist and matriarch of a prominent New Orleans family, dedicated to fighting for equal rights and voting access. [ more ]

Washington Post

US news

New Orleans ordered to pay $1 million to teen sexually assaulted by officer

The New Orleans Police Department was ordered to pay $1 million to a teen due to a police officer's sexual assault after failures in supervision. [ more ]

Washington Post

US news

A teen sexually abused by a cop sued New Orleans. Now the trial begins.

The case scrutinizes New Orleans' police oversight and culture of accountability following a police officer's sexual assault of a 15-year-old girl. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

3 days ago

Digital life

In New Orleans, a Black Beach' Is Being Rescued From the Ruins

Lincoln Beach served as a vital cultural site for Black New Orleanians during segregation, now seeking revitalization after years of neglect. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

Digital life

Sybil Haydel Morial, New Orleans Civil Rights Matriarch, Dies at 91

Sybil Haydel Morial was a significant civil rights activist and matriarch of a prominent New Orleans family, dedicated to fighting for equal rights and voting access. [ more ]

Washington Post

US news

New Orleans ordered to pay $1 million to teen sexually assaulted by officer

The New Orleans Police Department was ordered to pay $1 million to a teen due to a police officer's sexual assault after failures in supervision. [ more ]

Washington Post

US news

A teen sexually abused by a cop sued New Orleans. Now the trial begins.

The case scrutinizes New Orleans' police oversight and culture of accountability following a police officer's sexual assault of a 15-year-old girl. [ more ]

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LGBTQ Nation

6 days ago

NYC food

New Orleans leather bar stayed open through lashing by Hurricane Francine - LGBTQ Nation

The Phoenix Bar serves as a vital community hub in New Orleans, providing support and camaraderie during severe storms like Hurricane Francine. [ more ]

Eater New Orleans

1 week ago

NYC food

A Year of Milestones, Letdowns, and Love at Charly Pierre's Fritai

Charly Pierre celebrates three successful years of Fritai and reflects on growth in the restaurant business after overcoming significant challenges. [ more ]

Conde Nast Traveler

NYC food

26 Best Restaurants in New Orleans, From Senegalese to Seafood

New Orleans cuisine is a vibrant mix of global influences, creating a unique culinary identity. [ more ]

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1 week ago

Arts

The New Orleans SMACKDOWN: Brunch vs. Twerking vs. Louis Armstrong

Brittany hosts a series of debates in New Orleans to uncover the city's most influential cultural elements. [ more ]

#culture

Conde Nast Traveler

OMG science

The 23 Best Things to Do in New Orleans

New Orleans offers a blend of famous attractions and hidden gems, encouraging visitors to explore beyond the typical tourist experience. [ more ]

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Writing

Read Your Way Through New Orleans

Exploring New Orleans through literature reveals its rich cultural and historical tapestry, offering insights beyond the festive facade. [ more ]

Conde Nast Traveler

OMG science

The 23 Best Things to Do in New Orleans

New Orleans offers a blend of famous attractions and hidden gems, encouraging visitors to explore beyond the typical tourist experience. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

Writing

Read Your Way Through New Orleans

Exploring New Orleans through literature reveals its rich cultural and historical tapestry, offering insights beyond the festive facade. [ more ]

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ArchDaily

1 week ago

Design

Perrier Residence / CICADA

The McGuire's transformed a historic shotgun house into a stylish, functional family home while preserving its character. [ more ]

#lil-wayne

Pitchfork

Music

Lil Wayne on Not Getting Super Bowl 2025 Halftime Show: "It Broke Me"

Lil Wayne expresses deep disappointment over not being chosen to perform at the 2025 Super Bowl Halftime Show. [ more ]

stupidDOPE

Music

Hot Boys Set to Reunite at Lil WeezyAna Fest 2024 | stupidDOPE

Lil Wayne's Lil WeezyAna Fest 2024 features a Hot Boys reunion, showcasing New Orleans' vibrant music culture on November 2. [ more ]

Consequence

Music

Lil Wayne reuniting with Hot Boys at Lil' WeezyAna Fest 2024

The Hot Boys will reunite at Lil' WeezyAna Fest 2024, marking their first collaboration in years. [ more ]

Pitchfork

Music

Lil Wayne on Not Getting Super Bowl 2025 Halftime Show: "It Broke Me"

Lil Wayne expresses deep disappointment over not being chosen to perform at the 2025 Super Bowl Halftime Show. [ more ]

stupidDOPE

Music

Hot Boys Set to Reunite at Lil WeezyAna Fest 2024 | stupidDOPE

Lil Wayne's Lil WeezyAna Fest 2024 features a Hot Boys reunion, showcasing New Orleans' vibrant music culture on November 2. [ more ]

Consequence

Music

Lil Wayne reuniting with Hot Boys at Lil' WeezyAna Fest 2024

The Hot Boys will reunite at Lil' WeezyAna Fest 2024, marking their first collaboration in years. [ more ]

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www.nytimes.com

New York City

Francine Floods New Orleans Areas Scarred by Past Storms

Residents in New Orleans endure ongoing anxiety during storms due to past disasters, revealing vulnerabilities in infrastructure and drainage systems.

Tropical Storm Francine brings significant rainfall to southern Louisiana, exacerbating flooding in areas still recovering from previous hurricanes. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

US news

Flood Warning Issued in New Orleans as Storm Threatens Gulf Coast

Louisiana faces significant flooding risks as heavy rainfall and storms are predicted to continue through the weekend.

New Orleans has already received above-average rainfall this year, increasing concerns over its drainage system and flooding. [ more ]

#art

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Digital life

Art Exhibitions That Don't Look Away From the Rocky Realities

Artists and curators play a pivotal role in interpreting global crises and envisioning collective futures. [ more ]

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Digital life

Art Exhibitions That Don't Look Away From the Rocky Realities

Artists and curators play a pivotal role in interpreting global crises and envisioning collective futures. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

Digital life

Art Exhibitions That Don't Look Away From the Rocky Realities

Artists and curators play a pivotal role in interpreting global crises and envisioning collective futures. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

Digital life

Art Exhibitions That Don't Look Away From the Rocky Realities

Artists and curators play a pivotal role in interpreting global crises and envisioning collective futures. [ more ]

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#french-quarter

Board Game Quest

4 weeks ago

Board games

French Quarter Review

The French Quarter board game offers players an immersive experience of exploring New Orleans through strategic gameplay and tactical decision-making. [ more ]

Wine Enthusiast

Cocktails

How to Make a Vieux Carre, the Quintessential New Orleans Cocktail

The Vieux Carré is a cocktail named after the French Quarter in New Orleans.

The addition of brandy and Bénédictine sets the Vieux Carré apart from the popular Sazerac cocktail. [ more ]

SFGATE

9 months ago

SF real estate

Creole Compound: Historic NOLA Home in the French Quarter Charms the Market for $2.75M

An eight-bedroom New Orleans residence in the French Quarter is on the market for $2.75 million.

The property was once a multifamily home and still has the potential to be divided into separate residences for rental revenue. [ more ]

Board Game Quest

4 weeks ago

Board games

French Quarter Review

The French Quarter board game offers players an immersive experience of exploring New Orleans through strategic gameplay and tactical decision-making. [ more ]

Wine Enthusiast

Cocktails

How to Make a Vieux Carre, the Quintessential New Orleans Cocktail

The Vieux Carré is a cocktail named after the French Quarter in New Orleans.

The addition of brandy and Bénédictine sets the Vieux Carré apart from the popular Sazerac cocktail. [ more ]

SFGATE

9 months ago

SF real estate

Creole Compound: Historic NOLA Home in the French Quarter Charms the Market for $2.75M

An eight-bedroom New Orleans residence in the French Quarter is on the market for $2.75 million.

The property was once a multifamily home and still has the potential to be divided into separate residences for rental revenue. [ more ]

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Eater New Orleans

4 weeks ago

NYC food

'Top Chef' Alum Nini Nguyen's Guide to Dining in New Orleans

Nguyen's cookbook blends Vietnamese recipes with Gulf Coast influences, emphasizing distinctive techniques and celebratory meals. [ more ]

#hospitality

Travel + Leisure

NYC food

Chefs Around the World Are Adding Guest Rooms to Their Restaurants so Travelers Can Enjoy an Incredible Meal and Stay the Night

The Copper Vine Wine Pub & Inn in New Orleans blends restaurant and hotel experiences, emphasizing community engagement and modern tavern culture. [ more ]

Conde Nast Traveler

Berlin

21 Best Hotels in New Orleans

New Orleans offers a blend of historic luxury and modern hospitality, showcasing both established and new independent hotels. [ more ]

Travel + Leisure

NYC food

Chefs Around the World Are Adding Guest Rooms to Their Restaurants so Travelers Can Enjoy an Incredible Meal and Stay the Night

The Copper Vine Wine Pub & Inn in New Orleans blends restaurant and hotel experiences, emphasizing community engagement and modern tavern culture. [ more ]

Conde Nast Traveler

Berlin

21 Best Hotels in New Orleans

New Orleans offers a blend of historic luxury and modern hospitality, showcasing both established and new independent hotels. [ more ]

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US news

Jury in New Orleans Awards $1 Million to Teen Raped by Police Officer

The city of New Orleans must pay $1 million for the grooming and rape of a teenager by former police officer Rodney Vicknair. [ more ]

Eater New Orleans

NYC food

John Besh's Latest New Orleans Restaurant Is a Reminder He Never Really Left

John Besh opens a new restaurant in New Orleans amid ongoing scrutiny over past sexual harassment allegations.

His return raises questions about accountability and how the restaurant industry handles misconduct. [ more ]

Consequence

Music

How to Get Tickets to Taylor Swift's Sold-Out New Orleans "Eras Tour" Shows

Taylor Swift's "Eras Tour" in New Orleans is sold out but tickets are available on StubHub. [ more ]

time.com

4 months ago

Black Lives Matter

Deborah Cotton Made Us Face the Truth About America's Past

Hertsgaard is a seasoned author and journalist with impactful collaborations, highlighting a tragic event in New Orleans that sheds light on racism and violence's longstanding impact. [ more ]

CraftBeer.com

4 months ago

Beer

Beer in a Cocktail Town: How Craft Breweries Have Enriched NOLA

New Orleans, known for iconic cocktails, is now making strides in the craft beer scene, with recent growth fueled by legislative changes and determined brewers. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

5 months ago

Chicago

Two people killed including child and 22 wounded in weekend US mass shootings

Shootings in Chicago and New Orleans resulted in deaths and injuries, highlighting the ongoing issue of mass gun violence in the US. [ more ]

Above the Law

6 months ago

Law

Stoner Rats Eating All The Drugs In Police Evidence Lockup

Rats in New Orleans getting high after breaking into police evidence lockup

Drug possession cases in New Orleans may be affected due to rats consuming evidence [ more ]

IndieWire

6 months ago

Film

2024 Overlook Film Festival Will Scare Lucky Audiences with 'Abigail,' 'Cuckoo,' 'I Saw the TV Glow,' and More

The Overlook Film Festival announced its 2024 lineup featuring new and classic horror films.

The festival includes interactive events, live performances, immersive programming, and special guests. [ more ]

#mardi-gras

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East Bay (California)

Photos: M.J.'s Brass Boppers lead the way during their annual Mardi Gras parade in Oakland

Mardi Gras celebration in downtown Oakland brings the lively brass sounds of New Orleans to the city.

The event includes a parade with stilt walkers and a performance by the M.J.'s Brass Boppers band at a local club. [ more ]

time.com

SF LGBT

How Mardi Gras Traditions Helped New Orleans' LGBTQ Communities Thrive

Mardi Gras in New Orleans has historically provided a space for LGBTQ individuals to freely express themselves and transgress gender norms.

Elite men in New Orleans formed secretive social clubs called krewes and expanded Mardi Gras festivities to include public night parades. [ more ]

www.mercurynews.com

East Bay (California)

Photos: M.J.'s Brass Boppers lead the way during their annual Mardi Gras parade in Oakland

Mardi Gras celebration in downtown Oakland brings the lively brass sounds of New Orleans to the city.

The event includes a parade with stilt walkers and a performance by the M.J.'s Brass Boppers band at a local club. [ more ]

time.com

SF LGBT

How Mardi Gras Traditions Helped New Orleans' LGBTQ Communities Thrive

Mardi Gras in New Orleans has historically provided a space for LGBTQ individuals to freely express themselves and transgress gender norms.

Elite men in New Orleans formed secretive social clubs called krewes and expanded Mardi Gras festivities to include public night parades. [ more ]

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A Couple Cooks

Cocktails

Brandy Crusta

The Brandy Crusta is a classic cocktail with a sweet tart flavor and a sophisticated vibe.

The Brandy Crusta is one of the oldest classic cocktails, invented in the 1850's and revived in recent decades. [ more ]

#harry-connick-sr

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US politics

Harry Connick Sr., New Orleans D.A. Criticized for Overreach, Dies at 97

Harry Connick Sr., a former district attorney in New Orleans, died at the age of 97.

Connick's office gained notoriety for prosecutorial overreach and misconduct, resulting in many reversed convictions. [ more ]

Chicago Tribune

Chicago

Harry Connick Sr., longtime New Orleans district attorney and singer's dad, dies at 97

Harry Connick Sr., former New Orleans district attorney, has died at age 97.

Connick faced allegations of withholding evidence that could have helped defendants. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

US politics

Harry Connick Sr., New Orleans D.A. Criticized for Overreach, Dies at 97

Harry Connick Sr., a former district attorney in New Orleans, died at the age of 97.

Connick's office gained notoriety for prosecutorial overreach and misconduct, resulting in many reversed convictions. [ more ]

Chicago Tribune

Chicago

Harry Connick Sr., longtime New Orleans district attorney and singer's dad, dies at 97

Harry Connick Sr., former New Orleans district attorney, has died at age 97.

Connick faced allegations of withholding evidence that could have helped defendants. [ more ]

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The Art Newspaper - International art news and events

Design

Sixth edition of Prospect New Orleans will feature 49 artists' works throughout the city

49 artists have been announced for Prospect New Orleans 6, including internationally renowned artists and many with ties to Louisiana and the Caribbean.

The exhibition aims to highlight the diversity and global nature of New Orleans as a city with a predominantly people of color population. [ more ]

Boston.com

Books

How a Boston cartoonist turned her love for cities into a children's books series

Sage Stossel's 'On the Loose' book series celebrates American cities.

The books feature zoo animals on the loose in iconic city locations, engaging young readers in a search-and-find adventure. [ more ]

Brooklyn Magazine

NYC food

Japanese-Cajun-Creole restaurant Kinoko opens in Greenpoint - Brooklyn Magazine

Kinoko is a new Cajun-Creole-Japanese restaurant in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, combining the owner's love for New Orleans and sushi.

The menu includes unique combinations like gumbo ramen and Louisiana crawfish dumplings covered in chili oil. [ more ]

www.npr.org

9 months ago

Health

A New Orleans neighborhood confronts the racist legacy of a toxic stretch of highway

The Hunter's Field Playground in New Orleans, located beneath the Claiborne Expressway, is mostly unused by children due to concerns about safety and noise.

Amy Stelly, an artist and urban designer, is part of a group advocating for the dismantling of the expressway to revitalize the community. [ more ]

Portland Monthly

Wine

Division Winemaking Will Host NOLA's Legendary Bacchanal

Bacchanal wine bar in New Orleans evolved from a speakeasy to a popular spot, showcasing ancient Roman hedonist values in its offerings. [ more ]

Conde Nast Traveler

Black Lives Matter

10 Black History Tours and Experiences in New Orleans

Exploring New Orleans through its Black communities and cultures offers a deeper understanding of the city's rich history and heritage. [ more ]

The Atlantic