Federal Detention Center Holds Immigrants in Exile
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August 24, 2004
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New Orleans artists to watchnew
There's no shortage of interesting personalities and sounds in New Orleans. We've had our eyes and ears on a few emerging artists — from cutthroat MCs and bluegrass young guns to heavy metal beasts. [image-1]
Who: 3D Na'TeeWhat: quick-witted, take-no-prisoners MC with storytelling chops...
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Troy "Trombone Shorty" Andrews releases Say That to Say Thisnew
Many New Orleanians have followed the rising musical star of Troy "Trombone Shorty" Andrews' since he was brought onstage at the 1990 New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival by blues legend Bo Diddley — a magic moment captured by late photographer Michael P. Smith as the four-and-a-half year old Andrews lofted a trombone taller than he was. Local music lovers feel a proud parent's type of joy regarding the precious success he's achieved since then...
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Frank Etheridge |
09-10-2013 |
Profiles & Interviews
Atkins Diet Associated with Health Dangersnew
"Atkins sold his diet as a gift wrapped in a bacon cheeseburger -- no bun, but with a cheesecake on the side," says Jody Gorran, whose time on the low-carb regime left him slim but with an artery blockage. "I wanted to lose weight, so I made a Faustian deal with the devil, and the devil was Robert Atkins."
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Young and Homeless in New Orleansnew
As foster kids ‘age out’ of the system, many of them end up on the streets.
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Medical Marijuana in Louisiana: When?new
The state approves medical marijuana for some illnesses — but prescriptions are years away.
Same-Sex Marriage Comes to Louisiananew
After the U.S. Supreme Court decision, New Orleans saw its first gay weddings.
The Hurricane Katrina Anniversary Can Bring On Depression, PTSDnew
Mental health experts warn that the stories and images from the federal flood can be harmful.
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Abused … Then Evictednew
Victims of domestic violence in Louisiana often deal with eviction as well. A new law aims to help them
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The War on Women
