Lusher Charter School. (Robert Morris, UptownMessenger.com)
The Lusher Charter School governing board voted unanimously Saturday morning to meet behind closed doors to discuss the state’s Open Meetings Law. Continue reading »
Sep 172016
Aug 062016
Two people leaving the Hungry Howie’s Pizza on Earhart Boulevard were threatened by an armed robber, and a man was carjacked at gunpoint on Louisiana Avenue overnight, New Orleans police said Saturday morning. Continue reading »
Jul 252016
(map via NOPD)
Two men were robbed at gunpoint Saturday night on Magazine Street, New Orleans police said. Continue reading »
Jul 212016
District 6 on the Orleans Parish School Board
A Carrollton neighborhood leader and education consultant will challenge incumbent Woody Koppel in his bid for a third term on the Orleans Parish School Board. Continue reading »
Jul 072016
Felicia Kahn displays a framed note from Hillary Clinton. (photo courtesy of Danae Columbus)
Danae Columbus
Most people about to celebrate their 90th birthday probably just want to take it easy, but not Felicia Schornstein Kahn. A passionate feminist, political activist and a lifelong advocate of citizen education and social justice, Kahn is preparing to attend this month’s Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia — her tenth since 1976 — where she will be the second oldest delegate pledged to Hillary Clinton. A 93-year-old Ohio woman beat Kahn out for the top spot, according to Clinton campaign official Harrison Morgan. Continue reading »
May 252016
As it continues its year-long project to beautify the fountains of the Lower Garden District, the Coliseum Square Association is launching a new “Live Oak Supper Club” fundraiser starting in June. Continue reading »
May 162016
A new book examines the 200-year history of Poydras Home on Magazine Street, and the author will present it Tuesday evening at Octavia Books. Continue reading »
May 052016
A panel of academics and activists at Tulane University will debate the controversial monuments later this month as part of an ongoing discussion series. Continue reading »
May 032016
A rendering by Studio WTA of the new Lula Restaurant Distillery on St. Charles Avenue. (via city of New Orleans)
With approval from both the City Council and the Louisiana legislature, Lula Restaurant Distillery broke ground on St. Charles Avenue on Monday afternoon and plans to be open by October. Continue reading »
Apr 252016
The Rosa Mezcal restaurant (via Facebook)
The Rosa Mezcal restaurant on Magazine Street in the Lower Garden District, “Mexico’s Urban Kitchen,” won permission from the City Council to sell alcohol with meals. Continue reading »
Apr 212016
The robbery, not yet included in the CrimeMapping system, occurred near Rousseau and St. Andrew streets. (map via NOPD)
Apr 122016
The crash involved a Chevrolet Impala in front, Smith’s Mercedes SUV in the center, and a Hummer in the rear, police say. (Robert Morris, UptownMessenger.com)
Cardell Hayes (via opcso.org)
New Orleans police found a 9-mm handgun inside Will Smith’s Mercedes SUV on Tuesday morning and another revolver inside the Hummer driven by the man who allegedly killed him, though neither weapon appeared to have been fired, authorities said. Continue reading »
Mar 112016
(images via NOPD)
After a shooting Thursday evening on South Saratoga Street in Central City, New Orleans police are hoping the public can help locate three suspects in the case, authorities said. Continue reading »
Feb 172016
A man driving on Earhart Boulevard was killed Tuesday evening after his car hit a median and crashed into a tree, New Orleans police said. Continue reading »
Feb 162016
(map via NOPD)
Feb 072016
Bacchus’ “When Time Flies” float makes its way down St. Charles avenue. Bacchus 2016 rolled with the theme “Flights of Delight.” (Zach Brien, UptownMessenger.com)
Bacchus 2016 rolled along the traditional uptown route, beginning on Napoleon avenue at Tchoupitoulas, turning onto St. Charles, turning on Canal St. and ending at the Super Dome. The parade featured the theme “Flights of Delight.” All of its floats had some variation on the term flight. Actor Anthony Mackie, New Orleans native and who played Falcon in the 2104 Captain America movie, reigned as Bacchus XLVIII.
Actor Anthony Mackie, a New Orleans native, reigned as Bacchus XLVIII. Bacchus 2016 rolled with the theme “Flights of Delight.” (Zach Brien, UptownMessenger.com)
Feb 032016
(map via NOPD)
Jan 122016
New Orleans police are hoping the public can help identify the suspect in a robbery attempt at the Burger King on South Carrollton Avenue last week, authorities said. Continue reading »
Jan 112016
A 49-year-old man was shot Friday on the corner of First Street and Claiborne Avenue, according to New Orleans police.
Police said he was approached by a man armed with a black handgun shortly before 2 p.m.
He was taken to a local hospital after the man shot him.
Jan 112016
A 42-year-old man was cut Uptown on Sunday afternoon after attempting to buy drugs from another man, according to New Orleans police. Continue reading »
