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Jonah Gilmore

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⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Journalist • ΦΒΣ • NOLA Native ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀@DU1869 Alumnus @TexasSouthern⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ He/Him/His ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀Opinions=Mine

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  • 6 days ago | wdsu.com | Jonah Gilmore

    The first American Pope has a family history with deep ties to New Orleans. Robert Prevost, who has chosen the name Pope Leo XIV, was elected as the next pontiff on Thursday following a two-day conclave. According to New Orleans historian Jari Christopher Honora, Pope Leo has Creole roots on his mother's side. His mother is Mildred Martinez. The Martinez family has a New Orleans history dating back to the 1800s. They lived in the Seventh Ward.

  • 1 week ago | wdsu.com | Jonah Gilmore

    The New Orleans Jazz Fest showcases the city's cultural heritage through music, food and art, drawing tens of thousands of visitors to experience the vibrant local traditions. Keyala Cottrell, a New Orleans native, once sang in the Gospel Tent as a child and now delights festival-goers with her desserts. "For me to now be a vendor at Jazz Fest and not singing in the Gospel tent is now like a full circle moment for me," Cottrell said.

  • 2 weeks ago | wdsu.com | Jonah Gilmore

    Louisiana lawmakers want a controversial herbal substance that mimics the effects of illegal drugs banned entirely. Kratom can be purchased at convenience stores, but David Lubrano, Sr., his family, and lawmakers said the substance can be extremely dangerous. "I wouldn't want my worst enemy to go through what our family is going through," said Lubrano.

  • 2 weeks ago | wdsu.com | Jonah Gilmore

    The clock is ticking for thousands of people across the state to get a Real ID, a form of identification that passes strict federal security requirements. In a little over a week, you will need the Real ID to access federal buildings and fly domestically. Several people including Sedra Nora expressed frustration after saying they spent hours at the office of motor vehicle. "I have a sickness. I have diabetes.

  • 2 weeks ago | wdsu.com | Jonah Gilmore

    The French Quarter is lit as more than 500 street lights have been repaired or replaced. The multi-million dollar project started late last year to enhance safety, appearance and livability in the historic neighborhood. First-time visitor Joe Stoppard said he and his wife's trip to New Orleans came with a warning. "We did have recommendations from people who said be careful what streets you walk on after dark, because of the safety aspect, because some areas are really dark," Stoppard said.

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