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Fear of Immigration Enforcement Reshapes Daily Life in Houston Neighborhoods
HOUSTON (BAMM Network) — For many immigrant and Latino families in Houston, daily routines are changing in ways that extend far beyond immigration enforcement operations. A mother and child stand in a Houston neighborhood as concerns over increased immigration enforcement continue to affect daily life for many residents. Residents, business owners and community leaders say increased federal immigration enforcement activity, coupled with lingering tensions following the fatal
Jul 152 min read


Houston ICE Shooting Investigation: FBI Warrant Alleges Suspected Methamphetamine Found in Victim’s Work Van
HOUSTON (BAMM Network) — Newly unsealed FBI search warrant documents allege investigators found what appeared to be methamphetamine inside the work van of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo following the fatal ICE shooting that has sparked weeks of protests and calls for greater transparency in Houston. FBI says agent believes it was methamphetamine found in Lorenzo Salgado Araujo’s van (Copyright 2026 by KPRC Click2Houston - All rights reserved.) According to an FBI search warrant affid
Jul 153 min read


New Orleans Lawmakers Criticize Governor Landry's Budget Vetoes as Administration Defends Spending Decisions
BATON ROUGE, La. (Talk Dat NOLA) — Tensions between Governor Jeff Landry and New Orleans lawmakers escalated this week following a series of line-item vetoes that eliminated funding for numerous community projects across the city, prompting criticism from several legislators who argue the cuts disproportionately impact New Orleans residents. Among those speaking out were State Rep. Delisha Boyd, D-New Orleans, and State Sen. Royce Duplessis, D-New Orleans, both of whom accuse
Jun 263 min read


Mayor Moreno Unveils New Economic Development Team Focused on New Orleans East
NEW ORLEANS — Mayor Helena Moreno on Monday announced a new economic development leadership team aimed at attracting investment and accelerating growth across New Orleans, with a particular emphasis on New Orleans East. FILE PHOTO: Mayor Helena Moreno holds a press conference about lighting in New Orleans East, Tuesday, Jan 13, 2026 (Photo by Sophia Germer, The Times-Picayune) The newly formed team is part of the Moreno administration’s broader effort to strengthen the city’s
Jun 232 min read


Former New Orleans Councilman Jared Brossett Scheduled to Appear in Court on Fourth DWI Charge
NEW ORLEANS — Former New Orleans City Council member Jared Brossett is scheduled to appear in court Monday in connection with what authorities say is his fourth driving while intoxicated (DWI) arrest. New Orleans Council member Jared Brossett speaks during a joint meeting of the council's budget and public works committee at New Orleans City Hall on Thursday, July 8, 2021. (Photo by Brett Duke, NOLA.com|The Times-Picayune|The New Orleans Advocate) According to court records,
Jun 222 min read


Gov. Landry Names Lt. Col. Frank Besson to Lead Louisiana State Police Following Hodges' Retirement Announcement
BATON ROUGE, La. — Governor Jeff Landry has selected Louisiana State Police Assistant Superintendent Lt. Col. Frank Besson to become the agency's next superintendent following the retirement announcement of current Superintendent Col. Robert P. Hodges. Colonel Robert Hodges and Lt. Col. Frank Besson(LSP) The leadership transition comes after Hodges informed Department of Public Safety employees that he plans to retire this fall, concluding a 31-year career with Louisiana Stat
Jun 192 min read


New Orleans Students Complete Workforce Development Program, Receive Paid Stipends as Expansion Planned for Next Year
State Senator Gary Carter(D-LA) speaks with graduates from the 2026 ACED workforce development program. NEW ORLEANS — Dozens of New Orleans high school juniors and seniors in the city's Algiers community were recognized Saturday for completing a workforce development program designed to prepare young people for future careers while providing them with paid work experience. Students participating in the Algiers Career Education Development (ACED) Program were honored during a
Jun 133 min read
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