December 2017 Archive

This collage, published by Christianity, illustrates some of the different depictions of Jesus. Theologians say the darker hue is most accurate
For many across the nation, the dream of a Black Christmas brings joy
By Alanté Millow Contributing Writer (TriceEdneyWire.com) — As the holiday season approaches, so do the wave of images representing St. Nicholas and the Nativity scene. However, just a quick Google search ...
State AG loses bid to move Cantrell probe
Louisiana Attorney General Jeff Landry’s efforts to move his probe of New Orleans Mayor-elect Latoya Cantrell’s use of a city-issued credit card from the jurisdiction of the Orleans Parish Criminal ...
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Omarosa’s final days at White House full of controversy, accusations
By Hazel Trice Edney Contributing Writer (TriceEdneyWire.com) — Omarosa Manigault Newman, who has resigned under duress from her public liaison job at the White House, is leaving true to form — ...
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Study: Blacks work jobs at high risk of automation
By Frederick H. Lowe Contributing Writer (Special from NorthStarNews Today) — Black men and women consistently suffer the highest unemployment rates compared to other racial and ethnic groups, and it’s about to ...
Americans want prosecutorial reform, study says
By Della Hasselle Contributing Writer Voters across America “overwhelmingly” support prosecutorial reform, according to a public opinion poll released in December by the American Civil Liberties Union Campaign for Smart Justice.
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Reduce that anxiety — drink more water!
By Glenn Ellis Contributing Writer (TriceEdneyWire.com) — When we think about our bodily health, we normally think of exercise and diet. These are important factors, but what may be the most important ...
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New Orleans gets a new Inspector General
On last Wednesday, the Ethics Review Board voted 6-1 to appoint Derry Harper, Nashville’s assistant district attorney general, to take over the helm at the Office of Inspector General in ...
Robert Henry Lawrence, Jr. was the first African-American astronaut.
NASA celebrates legacy of first Black American astronaut
By Erick Johnson Contributing Writer (Special from NNPA’s Chicago Crusader) — Fifty years ago, a tragic accident ended the groundbreaking career of Major Robert H. Lawrence, Jr., a Chicago native and stellar ...
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Live music in N.O. – (Some of) The best of 2017
By Geraldine Wyckoff Contributing Writer It remains remarkable just how much great live music is available on a nightly and often daily basis in New Orleans. Even perhaps more extraordinary is the ...
Advocates take to the street, raise their voices in support of incarcerated women
By Michael Isaac Stein Contributing Writer Dolfinette Martin is a prison reform activist with an unwavering focus on women’s rights. She has the poised, steady voice of a grassroots organizer, but ...

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