As President-elect Donald Trump prepares to take office, it’s crucial to shift our focus to an often-overlooked segment of the American population: the poor. At present he is surrounded by Billionaires, and big business types. On the campaign trail, both…
The recent passage of Monroe’s infrastructure tax renewal should be cause for celebration. Instead, it stands as a stark reminder of our city’s persistent inability to bridge racial divides and forge truly inclusive governance. While Mayor Ellis celebrates the sales…
The Bayou Classic began in 1974 as a showcase of Black college football excellence, featuring rivals Grambling State and Southern University. What started as a gridiron clash that drew over 76,000 fans has evolved into something far more significant –…
What’s the real reason lawmakers are considering sending children to Angola rather than juvenile lockups? Is it about making us safer, or is it secretly about saving money? No one has said it aloud, but the fact that a proposal…
The dedication of parents and community members to improving educational outcomes at Neville High School is commendable. The Neville Charter Association’s stated goal of moving from “good to better” reflects an admirable commitment to excellence that has long been part…
The recent plea deal allowing former Louisiana State Trooper Kory York to walk free with a suspended sentence for his role in Ronald Greene’s death represents more than just another failure of our justice system – it dashes the hopes…
We encourage our readers to vote “No” on the constitutional amendment on the November 5th ballot. It’s a simply reason: Every program and project should not be in the constitution; that’s it plain and simple. The amendment is about dedicating…
