Your source for local news, NPR News, music and culture in New Orleans and throughout Southeast Louisiana. 89.9 WWNO
Joined May 2009
- Tweets 44,331
- Following 823
- Followers 14,886
- Likes 7,295
4,783 Photos and videos
Today on @LAConsidered, we hear from a tech entrepreneur looking to use artificial intelligence to combat the disease ALS. Plus, an @LSU professor weighs in on the fight between fisherman and oil companies over who owns drowned land. wwno.org/show/louisiana-cons…
56
Over the last two weeks on Sea Change, we’ve been discussing the fight between fisherman and oil companies over who owns the right to access drowned land. Today, an @LSU professor weighs in with what he thinks might be a solution. wwno.org/show/louisiana-cons…
41
The nonprofit Everything ALS recently announced new funding to help look for a cure for the disease using artificial intelligence. Today on @LAConsidered, we learn more about scientific questions surrounding the condition and hear from a patient in Louisiana.
60
A sports medicine physician has opened one of the world’s first clinics and treatment centers specifically for Ehlers-Danlos syndrome. Today on @LAConsidered, we discuss EDS, the symptoms of loose skin, joint instability and hypermobility — and treatment options.
66
It’s Thursday, and that means it’s time to catch up on politics with @NOLANews’ @stephgracela. Today on @LAConsidered, we hear about a two-year extension for the city of New Orleans to use unspent money from FEMA after Hurricane Katrina. wwno.org
1
1
138
The André Cailloux Center for Performing Arts and Cultural Justice is gearing up for some exciting summer projects. Named for a Black Civil War hero, the space is dedicated to presenting the work of Black playwrights with full productions. We hear more, today on @LAConsidered.
56
The New Orleans immigration court is set to dramatically increase the number of hearings judges oversee each day. This is due to the Trump administration’s push to accelerate deportation decisions. @veritenewsnola’s @bmisick tells us more today on @LAConsidered.
1
147
Here’s what’s coming up on @LAConsidered:
– @UofNO president to leave amid transition back to @LSU system
– Investigation into companies that monitor ankle devices
– Rap album in Louisiana Creole
wwno.org/show/louisiana-cons…
87
Louisiana artist and scholar Jermaine Butler is releasing what is believed to be the first rap album recorded entirely in Louisiana Creole. He tells us more about learning the language and incorporating Creole musical traditions today on @LAConsidered. wwno.org/show/louisiana-cons…
2
1
139
Baton Rouge’s district attorney is scrutinizing companies that monitor ankle devices used by courts and law enforcement agencies to track offenders. We learn about investigations into these companies today on @LAConsidered. wwno.org
67
The University of New Orleans’ president is leaving at the end of this month. The move comes after she helped @UofNO navigate a financial crisis and transition back to the @LSU system. We hear the details today on @LAConsidered. wwno.org
105
Today on @LAConsidered, we bring you the latest episode of Sea Change. We hear from the author of the book, Climate Wayfinding, to discuss room for optimism while navigating the climate crisis. wwno.org/podcast/sea-change/…
52
Here’s what’s coming up on @LAConsidered:
– The race for Bill Cassidy’s Senate seat
– Ruling in Angola farm line trial
– Black Nerd Fest returns to NOLA
wwno.org/show/louisiana-cons…
56
This weekend, New Orleans’ annual Black Nerd Fest, or Blerdfest, returns. The event is meant to increase representation in the Black community when it comes to anime, superheroes, sci-fi, cosplay and more. We hear the details today on @LAConsidered. wwno.org/show/louisiana-cons…
1
124
Last week, a federal judge ruled that while men forced to work on the farm line at Angola are subject to dangerous and harsh conditions, the court cannot force the state to fix the problem. We dive into the ruling today on @LAConsidered.
wwno.org
61
It’s Thursday, and that means it’s time to catch up on politics with @NOLANews’ @stephgracela. Today on @LAConsidered, we discuss the two candidates still in the race vying for Bill Cassidy’s Senate seat. wwno.org
45
Here’s what’s coming up on @LAConsidered:
– No money in state budget for teacher pay raise
– Protecting yourself from mosquitoes in Louisiana
– Baton Rouge music census
wrkf.org/show/louisiana-cons…
64
The Arts Council of Greater Baton Rouge recently conducted a regional music census. They aimed to answer questions on the success of the city’s music economy. We learn more about the findings, today on @LAConsidered. wwno.org/show/louisiana-cons…
1
52
Lawmakers wrapped up the regular session this week without money in the budget to give teachers another one-time stipend, like they’ve done for the past 3 years. @aubriruth tells us about Gov. Landry’s plea to take raise money from existing school funding, today on @LAConsidered.
47
Here’s what’s coming up on @LAConsidered:
– Breaking down the end of the legislative session
– NOLA Superintendent reflects on first year in office
– New LPB series explores all 64 parishes
wwno.org/show/louisiana-cons…
68