NLRB rule puts Black-owned franchises at risk

The road to hell is truly paved with good intentions.   A Nations Labor Relations Board rule which would classify large corporate franchisors as “co-owners” (with

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Local barber recently celebrated 50 years of service

By Kelsyn Parker Contributing Writer New Orleans sees him as its champion: “They say Muhammad Ali is the greatest. No! Mr. Green is the greatest.”

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Shop where the locals shop this holiday season
[caption id="attachment_27224" align="aligncenter" width="600"] Photo courtesy of Harley London (www.harleylondonusa.com)[/caption] By Nayita Wilson Contributing Writer There’s a reality in New Orleans: When tourists come to town, many want to “eat where the locals ... Afro-Latinas take to the road to talk hair care and heritage
[caption id="attachment_25674" align="aligncenter" width="600"] Devri Velázquez, Rocio Mora and Ada Rojas discuss the Afro-Latina Experience at the recently held event RisasRizos. | Photo by Prinsey Walker[/caption] By Prinsey Walker Contributing Writer Ada Rojas ... ‘Sweet Unity’ among Black people
By James Clingman TriceEdneyWire.com Columnist Great news! In the tradition of those who have called for supporting our African relatives in some form or another, THE One Million Conscious and Conscientious ... Who owns that trademark? Names behind some words may surprise you
By Eric Easter Contributing Writer (Special from Urban News Service) – When he died, the rock star, Prince, left not only a vault containing a treasure trove of music and videos. He ... U.S. Dept of Commerce announces $2.1M investment in resiliency projects
By David T. Baker Associate Editor The U.S. Economic Development Administration announced last week that it will continue to support recovery in New Orleans and along the Gulf Coast, dedicating $2.1 million ... Shop small and shop often: Why small businesses matter
By David T. Baker Contributing Writer For those shoppers too timid to brave the mania of Black Friday but eager to get in some holiday shopping before the digital convenience of Cyber ... Deadline to apply for small business assistance fund extended
On Tuesday, Oct. 30, the Mayor’s Office of Economic Development announced the extension payday loans online boise idaho of the deadline to apply for a loan from the New Orleans ... Grow Gentilly’ small business competition deadline set for July 31
Capital One Bank, in partnership with the Urban League of Greater New Orleans, recently announced the second annual “Grow Gentilly” small business growth plan competition to help small businesses in ...
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