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Here for #nolatwitter #nolasky & anything interesting #Lakers #Pelicans New Orleans, Austin, Nashville, Tucson, L.A. following the music where it leads me
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mariamagdala.bsky.social @mariamagdala.bsky.social · Dec 20
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Mark Kelly: "They are not silencing me. I'm still speaking out. I still am going to do my job every single day regardless of whether this president wants to kill me, hang me, execute me, or shut me up. I'm not gonna shut up."
December 7, 2025 at 2:39 PM
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buddyspell.bsky.social
The whole world is watching.

#nolaresists
Protesters rally against border patrol agents in southeast Louisiana
Activists say fear lingers in minority communities, as many are worried about being racially profiled
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December 7, 2025 at 3:45 PM
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Discover the diverse life and literary legacy of New Orleans writer and teacher James Nolan, who passed away earlier this year.
Author James Nolan represented New Orleans: 'a bit odd' and 'mesmerized by darkness and joy'
Discover the diverse life and literary legacy of New Orleans writer and teacher James Nolan, who passed away earlier this year.
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December 7, 2025 at 6:30 PM
mariamagdala.bsky.social
This
December 7, 2025 at 7:24 PM
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Know your rights. Protect your neighbors.

New York is — and always will be — a city for all immigrants.
December 7, 2025 at 5:03 PM
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Broad Street, usually buzzing with activity, is quieter as people fear immigration raids

Broad Street has long been an epicenter of Black-owned business and is now a hub for the city's Latino community.
Broad Street, usually buzzing with activity, is quieter as people fear immigration raids
Broad Street has long been an epicenter of Black-owned business and is now a hub for the city's Latino community.
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December 5, 2025 at 11:00 AM
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City Council calls for transparency from DHS through list of demands

The New Orleans City Council sent a letter to Border Patrol Commander Gregory Bovino on Friday (Dec. 5) with five specific demands for the recently-launched immigration sweep dubbed “Catahoula Crunch.”
City Council calls for transparency from DHS through list of demands
The New Orleans City Council sent a letter to Border Patrol Commander Gregory Bovino on Friday (Dec. 5) with five specific demands for the recently-launched immigration sweep dubbed “Catahoula Crunch.”
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December 5, 2025 at 9:13 PM
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Serious Pee Wee Herman vibes here...right?
michaelwarburton.bsky.social Michael Warburton @michaelwarburton.bsky.social · 1d
BUDDY HOLLY without his trademark horn-rimmed glasses in the early 1950’s.
December 6, 2025 at 5:32 PM
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Krewe du Vieux crowns ecological activist Franziska Trautmann, co-founder of the Glass Half Full recycling organization, as monarch of their Jan. 31 parade
Krewe du Vieux crowns Glass Half Full co-founder as 2026 Mardi Gras parade monarch
Krewe du Vieux crowns ecological activist Franziska Trautmann, co-founder of the Glass Half Full recycling organization, as monarch of their Jan. 31 parade
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December 5, 2025 at 8:30 PM
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buddyspell.bsky.social
And yet, the feds have invaded and we are under occupation.
New Orleans on track to see fewest murders since 1970, according to data analyst
The city of New Orleans has seen consecutive years of declining murders. One researcher says the city could reach a record low this year.
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December 6, 2025 at 4:17 AM
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I'd argue that its 1965 release changed Rock and Roll for the better. It kicked open the doors and broke all the windows. Fiat sonus! Fiat musica! link.deezer.com/s/31N0B0eAqy...
Rubber Soul (Remastered 2009)
The Beatles - album - 1965 - 14 songs
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December 4, 2025 at 9:26 PM
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carlquintanilla.bsky.social
“What have I done!” 🤡
December 5, 2025 at 4:11 PM
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thelensnola.bsky.social
#OPINION As we learned from Katrina, when government decisions destabilize families and communities, the psychological impact on children is profound and lasting.

✍ Stacy Overstreet

Full Story 🔗: buff.ly/eP8uq8q

#protectneworleanschildren #hurricanekatrina #TheLensNola🔍
December 5, 2025 at 12:01 PM
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nolanews.bsky.social
New Orleans’ hotel market is hurting, with the Virgin Hotels New Orleans selling for roughly half its construction cost and investors facing a wipeout. A string of major hotels are hitting the market at deep discounts as high costs, weak recovery and interest rates squeeze owners.
Virgin Hotel’s fire-sale price signals a brutal New Orleans hotel slump
New Orleans’ hotel market is hurting, with the Virgin Hotels New Orleans selling for roughly half its construction cost and investors facing a wipeout. A string of major hotels are hitting the market at deep discounts as high costs, weak recovery and interest rates squeeze owners.
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December 5, 2025 at 1:00 PM
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#nolasky if you’re uptown and need to get to the highway, don’t take Carrollton. Lights are out at Washington.
December 5, 2025 at 1:57 PM
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Both of my favorite local businesses had these on their doors this morning. Levee Baking Co and Molly’s Rise and Shine.

#nolasky #photography #fuckice
Everyone Welcome Here Except ICE sign. NO ICE ACCESS sign.
December 5, 2025 at 3:28 PM
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ruairidubh.bsky.social
✨Radio Rebel Gael✨🎸🪗🎻💚🍀✨
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✨The Rumjacks, The Tossers, The Deadlians, The Mahones, Cruachan, Bealtaine, Fontaines D.C., Waylander, Flogging Molly, Pólca 4, The Rebel Hearts, Christy Moore, The Pogues, Spellbound✨
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#RadioRebelGael #CelticRock
December 4, 2025 at 6:51 AM
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Protesters opposed to ICE temporarily shut down City Council meeting

A tense standoff between members of the New Orleans City Council and a group of protesters calling for more protection for immigrants ended with the protesters being forcibly removed from City Hall during a Dec. 4 meeting, with…
Protesters opposed to ICE temporarily shut down City Council meeting
A tense standoff between members of the New Orleans City Council and a group of protesters calling for more protection for immigrants ended with the protesters being forcibly removed from City Hall during a Dec. 4 meeting, with New Orleans Police Department officers physically carrying out one individual. 
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December 4, 2025 at 7:18 PM
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ICE raided a James Beard award winning restaurant & because the chef/owner was prepared, left emptyhanded:
Photo shared by Christina Nguyen on December 04, 2025 tagging @naomi.marie__, @nathanmiller612, @rubyscher, @holaarepa, @birksg, @chefjholig, and @haihaimpls. May be an image of text that says 'AS SOME OF YOU MAY HAVE HEARD, I.C.E. PAID US A VISIT AT AREPA YESTERDAY. OUR GM NAOMI & TEAM MEMBERS FOLLOWED OUR ICE PROTOCOL PERFECTLY, THE AGENTS LEFT & NO ONE WAS DETAINED. tO WHOEVER NEEDS THIS: KNOW YOUR RIGHTS WHEN IT COMES TO I.C.E. (1/5)'. christinanguyenmpls 11h We had an ICE scare yesterday and even though we’re afraid of the repercussions of being vocal, we feel that it’s also important to inform people that this is right at our front door. ICE is not some far away boogeyman. They are here right now, spreading fear in our community. We’re so grateful to our entire staff and their bravery. They did the right things and couldn’t have dealt with this situation in a better way. We are grateful to our community activists that came to support us from @miracmn @litosonlake and Monarcha. We hope that if you find yourself in the same situation, that you find these resources helpful. Peace and take care of each other ❤️ Photo by Christina Nguyen on December 04, 2025. May be an image of text that says 'IF I.C.E. COMES TO YOUR RESTAURANT: UNLESS THE AGENTS HAVE A SIGNED JUDICIAL WARRANT, THEY CANNOT ENTER A PRIVATE AREA LIKE THE KITCHEN WITHOUT YOUR PERMISSION EVEN IF THEY LIE AND SAY THY DON'T NEED A WARRANT, STAND YOUR GROUND AND INSIST THAT YOU NEED PAPERWORK (2/5)'. Photo by Christina Nguyen on December 04, 2025. May be an image of text that says 'IF I.C.E. COMES TO YOUR RESTAURANT: HAVE OTHER STAFF OR PEOPLE PRESENT RECORD THEM AND EVERYTHING THEY ARE SAYING. (PEOPLE DOING UNLAWFUL THINGS HATE BEING CAUGHT IN TH ACT) YOU HAVE THE RIGHT to REFUSE SERVICE & YOU CAN ASK M tO LEAVE YOUR PRIVATE PROPERTY IF THY DON'T HAVE A WARRANT. (3/5)'. WE ARE HEARTBROKEN THAT OUR IMMIGRANT COMMUNITIES IN THE TWIN CITIES ARE BEING TARGETED AND TERRORIZED BY THE CURRENT ADMINISTRATION. THESE ARE REAL PEOPLE THAT ARE BEING USED AS POLITICAL PAWNS AND IT'S APPALLING. REGARDLESS OF THEIR LEGAL STATUS, THERE ARE SO MANY LATINOS & SOMALIANS WHO ARE AFRAID OF BEING DETAINED DUE TO MISTAKEN IDENTITY BECAUSE THEY KNOW THEY MIGHT NOT GET DUE PROCESS & A FAIR TRIAL. THEY WILL JUST END UP IN DETENTION CENTERS & A LEGAL PROCESS THAT HAS BEEN DESCRIBED AS A BLACK HOLE. WE STAND IN SUPPORT OF OUR IMMIGRANT COMMUNITY, WHO ARE THE BACKBONE OF THIS COUNTRY. WITHOUT IMMIGRANTS, AMERICA IS NOT THE SAME PLACE. STAY SAFE OUT THERE & TAKE CARE OF YOUR NEIGHBORS. LOVE, HOLA AREPA & HAI HAI (5/5)
December 5, 2025 at 3:24 PM
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nolanews.bsky.social
“I didn’t know there was so much love out there,” one restaurant owner said. “But people really showed us.”
Ian McNulty: New Orleans area Hispanic restaurants need our help as immigration sweep begins
“I didn’t know there was so much love out there,” one restaurant owner said. “But people really showed us.”
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December 4, 2025 at 6:30 PM
mariamagdala.bsky.social
Sad news. Rest in peace Steve Cropper.
December 3, 2025 at 9:39 PM
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On this day in 1979, tragedy struck before The Who concert at Riverfront Coliseum in Cincinnati, when 11 people were trampled and dozens injured in a rush to enter the arena. A somber moment in live music history.
December 3, 2025 at 9:30 PM
mariamagdala.bsky.social
And so began the annual earworm and game!
thatericalper.com Eric Alper @thatericalper.com · 4d
On this day in 1984, "Do They Know It's Christmas?" was released and changed music history, uniting stars for a cause and launching the era of massive charity singles. Still one of the most powerful moments pop ever pulled off.
December 3, 2025 at 9:12 PM
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Santa Monica Place celebrates holiday season with live entertainment, snow, decor
Santa Monica Place celebrates holiday season with live entertainment, snow, decor
The holiday season has officially arrived at Santa Monica Place, where visitors to the outdoor shopping destination can enjoy a full festive experience through Christmas Eve. Here’s a breakdown of …
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December 3, 2025 at 9:00 PM
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Some of the first arrests made in the U.S. Customs and Border Protection's local "Catahoula Crunch" immigration sweep were made on Williams Boulevard in Kenner on Wednesday. Hispanic communities in
See photos, video as Border Patrol makes arrests in New Orleans 'Catahoula Crunch' sweep
Some of the first arrests made in the U.S. Customs and Border Protection's local "Catahoula Crunch" immigration sweep were made on Williams Boulevard in Kenner on Wednesday. Hispanic communities in
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December 3, 2025 at 9:00 PM