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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.” wwno.org
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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.
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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. wwno.org
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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. wwno.org
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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
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.@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. wwno.org
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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.
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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 wwno.org/show/louisiana…
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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.
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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.
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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. wwno.org
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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. wwno.org
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