The Monroe City Council voted to pass a new ordinance establishing a zero-tolerance policy against racial discrimination, racist remarks, and hostile workplace behavior by city employees during its session on May 27, 2026. The ordinance is a result of a…
Between May 14 and May 20, 2026, our friends were busy on social media, including these snaps.
Only 13% of eligible Black voters cast ballots in Saturday’s election; most of those who camevoted for the tax, too many didn’t vote at all. Tax failed 52% to 48% Monroe voters rejected two critical property tax renewals in Saturday’s…
May 21-Goldman Moore, Helen Williams, In Loving Memory of Rev. Farris Brown, Roderick Freemount, Barlefiea Morrison, Allen Fisher IV, In Loving memory of Jo Crandell Williams, Lawrence Davis, Sr., In Loving Memory of Doris Griffin, Mary Anderson, Brittanee Smith, Eddie…
By Rusty Potter A rocket uses a great deal of energy to get off the ground. The launch pad shakes. Fire erupts. Smoke fills the air. It takes power, force, and determination to rise above gravity. But once the rocket…
By Garry Blanson As I was going to look up the old nursery rhyme about “St. Ives” — you all still remember that old nursery rhyme — something made me realize that the redistricting currently going on in Louisiana and…
Grambling, La. – Grambling State University recognized three highest-ranking graduates during its Spring 2026 Commencement ceremony on Friday, May 15, at 10 a.m. at the Fredrick C. Hobdy Assembly Center. Annia Brianna Shelton, Wymeko Williams, Jr., and Nyic’Quavayion Willis each…
