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New memorial in Colfax, Louisiana tells the true story of a 150 years-old massacre
Season 1 Episode 510
On April 13 1837, a mob of armed white men attacked the courthouse in Colfax, Louisiana, where a group of Black men had gathered to protect their rig…
3 years, 2 months ago
Medical neglect is a growing problem in Louisiana prisons. Hear from those trying to change that.
Season 1 Episode 509
Dollar stores have taken over. The big brands have more stores in the U.S. than Starbucks, Walmart, and McDonald’s combined. And they’re especially h…
3 years, 2 months ago
In new book, former prosecutor details murder investigation, cover-up in post-Katrina New Orleans
Season 1 Episode 508
“FIRE ON THE LEVEE: The Murder of Henry Glover and the Search for Justice after Hurricane Katrina” is a new book by Jared Fishman, former federal pro…
3 years, 2 months ago
Tank Ball on exploring the stories behind Southern traditions in new LPB docuseries, ‘Ritual’
Season 1 Episode 507
Sunday marked the annual “blessing of the fleet” in the small fishing village of Chauvin, Louisiana. The town was hit hard by Hurricane Ida, and this…
3 years, 2 months ago
Autobiographical one-man show about the life of playwright August Wilson is coming to New Orleans
Season 1 Episode 506
Parts of the South Mississippi Delta have suffered from chronic flooding for generations, but coming up with a solution has been controversial. The p…
3 years, 2 months ago
A look at efforts to clean up the streets and protect the waterways in Louisiana
Season 1 Episode 505
Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn about trash cleanup efforts in Baton Rouge and statewide litter abatement efforts. Plus, we hear why environm…
3 years, 2 months ago
Sea Change Episode 2: Music Fights Back
Season 1 Episode 504
Musicians have been writing songs and singing about environmental issues for a long time. Today on Sea Change, we explore what can happen when cultur…
3 years, 2 months ago
Why the Jefferson Parish School Board is closing down several schools ahead of next academic year
Season 1 Episode 503
Last week, the Jefferson Parish School Board approved a plan to shut down six schools, relocate two others, and build two new ones. This would send t…
3 years, 2 months ago
Sea levels are rising at record-breaking rates in the Gulf South, Tulane study says
Season 1 Episode 502
Sea levels along the U.S. Southeast and Gulf coasts have been rapidly accelerating, rising faster than the average rate worldwide. According to a new…
3 years, 2 months ago
French Quarter Festival is turning 40: Here’s what you need to know about the upcoming event
Season 1 Episode 501
This weekend, French Quarter Festival is returning to New Orleans and celebrating an important milestone: 40 years. Emily Madero, president and CEO o…
3 years, 2 months ago