Doug MacCash

1 week ago | nola.com | Doug MacCash

For decades, graffiti has been a part of the New Orleans landscape. But City Councilmember Eugene Green says he’s had enough. He wants the fine for graffiti writing to be increased from $100 to $500 or even $1,000.

1 week ago | nola.com | Doug MacCash

St. Charles Avenue commuters may notice that something’s gone missing. The sculpture of a giant scarlet-colored heart topped with a golden crown that stood atop the 60-ft. column at the center of Harmony Circle since late October 2024 was craned away earlier this week. The eye-catching artwork by Mexican artist Raúl de Nieves, was the centerpiece of the Prospect.6 international art exhibition that took place across the city, from Nov. 2 to Feb. 2.

1 week ago | nola.com | Doug MacCash

Everyone who motors along Tchoupitoulas Street knows the Banana Manor rug and home furnishings shop at Sixth Street. Painted a buoyant purple, the sheet metal building is an Irish Channel landmark. But change is in the air.

1 week ago | nola.com | Doug MacCash

Drew Pelias, a carpenter, contractor, writer and artist who once decorated the streets of New Orleans with hundreds of plastic placards emblazoned with the word "LOVE," died at his home in Elmwood on June 10. He was 56. The cause is believed to be heart disease, said his brother, Gus Pelias III. Drew Pelias was a skilled woodworker who also created artworks inspired by Native American and East Indian mysticism, his brother said. He practiced yoga and studied spirituality.

1 week ago | nola.com | Doug MacCash

Carnival 2026 is still almost eight months away, but the production of parades begins far in advance. For years, the historically Black Krewe of Oshun has presented the first parade in New Orleans’ official Mardi Gras season. But as a battle for control of the organization heads to court, it’s unclear if Oshun will survive.