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Today on @LAConsidered, writer and professor Nicholas Lemann discusses his latest book – part memoir, part research into New Orleans Jewish history. We dive into “Returning: A Search for Home Across Three Centuries.” wrkf.org

Here’s what’s coming up on @LAConsidered: – Confusion over upcoming elections – Changes to Bayou Boogaloo – Plan to make NOLA streets safer for bikers and pedestrians wrkf.org/show/louisiana…

According to NOPD traffic reports, at least 4 bicyclists and over two dozen pedestrians were killed in motor vehicle crashes in New Orleans last year. Today on @LAConsidered, we learn about Safer Streets, a plan to help make the roads safer for bikers and pedestrians.

It’s the 20th anniversary of Bayou Boogaloo, the annual May festival in New Orleans. But this year, the semi-aquatic festival comes with major cuts and new locations. We dive into the changes, today on @LAConsidered. wrkf.org

Louisiana voters are headed to the polls this weekend, but there’s lingering confusion over which votes will actually be counted. Today on @LAConsidered, @NOLANews’ @stephgracela joins us to break it all down. wrkf.org

Today on @LAConsidered, we break down the recent @Tulane study that outlines the risks of living near a vanishing coastline, and how to prepare for potential relocation. Plus, we get the details behind the New Orleans Shakespeare Festival. wrkf.org/show/louisiana…

This month, one of William Shakespeare’s most powerful and haunting tragedies takes the stage in New Orleans: King Lear. Today on @LAConsidered, we learn about adapting the classic for a faster-paced, ensemble production. wrkf.org/show/louisiana…

The story of boxing great Muhammed Ali takes musical form in a new album from Baton Rouge-based composer/guitarist D.J. Sparr. Today on @LAConsidered, we hear about the album that explores Ali’s later years, battle with Parkinson’s and close relationships. wrkf.org

A new podcast from @WNYC’s On The Media explores the founding, failings and current tenuous position of FEMA. Today on @LAConsidered, @MicahLoewinger explores FEMA’s role during Hurricane Katrina, and where the organization stands today. wrkf.org

Today on @LAConsidered, legal experts share arguments behind the state’s push to postpone elections. Plus, we remember longtime @NOLANews theater critic David Cuthbert, with a conversation about the time SNL came to Mardi Gras. wrkf.org/show/louisiana…

Last week, longtime @NOLANews theater critic and entertainment writer David Cuthbert passed away. Today on @LAConsidered, we revisit a conversation with Cuthbert about the time the cast of Saturday Night Live came to New Orleans for a Mardi Gras episode. wrkf.org

.@LAGovJeffLandry issued a declaration to suspend Louisiana elections, following the Supreme Court ruling that the congressional map is unconstitutional. Legal experts weigh in on the precedent and consequences of suspending elections, on @LAConsidered. wrkf.org

According to the CDC, one in four girls and one in 20 boys experience sexual abuse. But what happens when they reach adulthood? Today on @LAConsidered, we learn about Silence Broken, an organization that serves adults who were abused as children.

It’s Thursday and that means it’s time to catch up on politics with @stephgracela. Today on @LAConsidered, we hear what’s happening at the voting booth — and in court — regarding Louisiana’s upcoming elections. wwno.org

Here’s what’s coming up on @LAConsidered: – Supreme Court issues temporary stay after 5th Circuit Court aims to block medication abortion distribution – Motown legend Martha Reeves comes to New Orleans – NOLA declines, Baton Rouge increases in population wrkf.org/show/louisiana…

According to new population data released by the U.S. Census Bureau, New Orleans and the surrounding communities are continuing to decline in population. In the meantime, the population of Baton Rouge is on the rise. We dive into the data, today on @LAConsidered.

Legendary Motown voice and lead singer of Martha and the Vandellas, Martha Reeves is coming to New Orleans. The Heatwave singer is headlining a one-night event tonight at New Orleans Jazz and Blues Market. She joins us with more, today on @LAConsidered.

Last Friday, the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals blocked a ruling from the FDA that allowed a medication abortion drug to be sent without in-person appointments. Shortly after, the Supreme Court issued a temporary stay. We get the latest, on @LAConsidered. wrkf.org

Nurses at University Medical Center New Orleans are wrapping up a five-day strike. This is the sixth time over the last 18 months that nurses have walked out over ongoing contract negotiations. Two of them join us for more, today on @LAConsidered. wrkf.org

After last week’s Supreme Court ruling that Louisiana's congressional map is unconstitutional, @LAGovJeffLandry issued a state of emergency to postpone the U.S. House of Representatives race. @mbrookethorington tells us what happens next, on @LAConsidered. wrkf.org