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Reproductive health vending machine to open soon

1 week ago | veritenews.org | Arielle Robinson

Several local reproductive justice organizations have teamed up to open a vending machine in New Orleans that will carry emergency contraception and condoms. On Saturday (April 12), at Skeeta Hawk Brewery, representatives from the organizations — the Louisiana Abortion Fund, Women with a Vision, the Reproductive Justice Action Collective and the Birthmark Doula Collective — explained a new project they hope will increase access to reproductive health products.
Tulane accuses students who participated in peaceful, off-campus protest of conduct violations

3 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Arielle Robinson

Tulane University student Cameron McLaren speaks about being detained at a press conference in front of Tulane's campus on Wednesday, March 19, 2025. (Arielle Robinson / Verite News)NEW ORLEANS – Seven Tulane University students who participated in a protest demanding the release of pro-Palestine activist Mahmoud Khalil from immigration detention could face consequences from school administrators.
Tulane accuses students who protested of conduct violations

3 weeks ago | veritenews.org | Arielle Robinson

Seven Tulane University students who participated in a protest demanding the release of pro-Palestine activist Mahmoud Khalil from immigration detention could face consequences from school administrators. The students are alleged to have committed conduct violations and face a series of administrative hearings, students and their supporters said at a news conference last week.
Nearly a year later, Loyola students who joined pro-Palestine protests still face consequences

1 month ago | yahoo.com | Arielle Robinson

Carson Cruse, a student activist at Loyola University, speaks at a rally held in front of the Poydras Center on March 11, 2025. (John Gray / Verite News)NEW ORLEANS – Almost a year after hundreds of people occupied part of Tulane University’s campus, two of the Loyola University students who participated in a pro-Palestine encampment are facing consequences from their school. Last month, Loyola suspended Carson Cruse from the university through May 10.
Nearly a year later, Loyola students who joined pro-Palestine protests still face consequences

1 month ago | newsfromthestates.com | Arielle Robinson

NEW ORLEANS – Almost a year after hundreds of people occupied part of Tulane University’s campus, two of the Loyola University students who participated in a pro-Palestine encampment are facing consequences from their school. Last month, Loyola suspended Carson Cruse from the university through May 10. He and Juleea Berthelot have been on disciplinary probation since June 2024.
Loyola students face consequences for pro-Palestine protest

1 month ago | veritenews.org | Arielle Robinson

Almost a year after hundreds of people occupied part of Tulane University’s campus, two of the Loyola University students who participated in a pro-Palestine encampment are facing consequences from their school. Last month, Loyola suspended Carson Cruse from the university through May 10. He and Juleea Berthelot have been on disciplinary probation since June 2024.
New Orleans activists demand release of Mahmoud Khalil

1 month ago | veritenews.org | Arielle Robinson

New Orleans activists took to the streets on Tuesday (March 11) to demand the release of an alumnus of Columbia University who was arrested by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents over the weekend for leading pro-Palestine protests at Columbia. ICE records show that Mahmoud Khalil, a Syrian-born Palestinian who is a lawful permanent resident of the United States, is being held at the Central Louisiana ICE Processing Center in Jena, about four hours northwest of New Orleans.
La. Democratic Party passes pro-LGBTQIA+ resolution

1 month ago | veritenews.org | Arielle Robinson

The Louisiana Democratic Party’s governing body passed a resolution at its meeting on Saturday (March 8) in Baton Rouge to express continued support for LGBTQIA+ rights — but scrapped a section of the proposal that would have barred the party backing from Democrats opposing LGBTQIA+ rights.
Senior fairs this month around Atlanta

1 month ago | ajc.com | Arielle Robinson

Whether you love to dance or prefer to learn — or both — there’s a fair that covers a range of activities for older adults to partake in. The Golden Years Senior Fair is happening in College Park, Saturday, March 22. The free event, which is open to the public, is centered around honoring the longevity of older adult life through interesting and engaging activities.
Sex workers often harmed by Super Bowl sex trafficking narrative, advocates say

2 months ago | yahoo.com | Arielle Robinson

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts faces cameras on the field inside the Caesars Superdome during the Super Bowl Opening Night on Feb. 3, 2025, in New Orleans. (Michael DeMocker/Getty Images)NEW ORLEANS – As tourists flooded the streets of New Orleans throughout the week leading up to Super Bowl LIX, local law enforcement prepared for another large event — combatting and raising awareness around the supposed increase in sex trafficking.