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EDA awards $2 million in grants for economic development projects in Orleans Parish in 2023

In 2023, the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) awarded a total of $2,000,000 in grants for economic development projects in Orleans Parish, Louisiana.

By Nola Reporter | Jan 20, 2025

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Orleans Parish man indicted on multiple drug and firearm charges

MELCOLM DOLLIOLE, a 39-year-old resident of New Orleans, Louisiana, was indicted by a federal grand jury on January 3, 2025.

By Nola Reporter | Jan 6, 2025

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Honduran national indicted for social security misuse in Louisiana

By Nola Reporter | Jan 6, 2025

U.S. Attorney Duane A. Evans has announced the indictment of Maria Dinora Portillo-Alfaro, a 36-year-old Honduran national, for the misuse of a social security number to gain employment.

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Amite man charged with kidnapping resulting in death

By Nola Reporter | Jan 3, 2025

U.S. Attorney Duane A. Evans has announced charges against Daniel Wayne Callihan, a 37-year-old resident of Amite, Louisiana.

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New Orleans man pleads guilty to drug distribution charges

By Nola Reporter | Dec 23, 2024

Dreshawn Fields, a 28-year-old resident of New Orleans, has pled guilty to a charge related to the possession with intent to distribute fentanyl.

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Troy A. Carter urges congressional action on disaster relief funding

By Nola Reporter | Dec 13, 2024

In recent tweets from December 12-13, Congressman Troy A. Carter addressed key legislative priorities including disaster relief funding and marriage equality protections while announcing his involvement with an influential Democratic caucus...

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Troy A. Carter supports Social Security Fairness Act passage

By Nola Reporter | Dec 12, 2024

Congressman Troy A. Carter announced his co-sponsorship of the Social Security Fairness Act on December 12, emphasizing its importance for public servants' benefits reform.

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Congresman Troy A. Carter shares insights on leadership milestones

By Nola Reporter | Dec 11, 2024

On December 11th, Congressman Troy A. Carter highlighted notable figures in public service through social media posts while also critiquing Donald Trump's proposed policies under Project2025 due to their potential negative impacts on national...

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Congressman Troy A. Carter addresses human rights and disaster preparedness

By Nola Reporter | Dec 10, 2024

In recent tweets dated December 10, 2024, Congressman Troy A. Carter highlighted Human Rights Day's importance and commemorated victims of past natural disasters while attending significant events like the Annual White House Christmas Party.

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Congressman Troy A. Carter engages with community and assumes CBC leadership

By Nola Reporter | Dec 9, 2024

In recent tweets by Congressman Troy A. Carter dated December 8-9, he discusses participation in a local Christmas parade and meetings with students visiting Washington D.C., while also announcing his new role as First Vice Chair of the...

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Troy A. Carter reminds voters about election day and honors Pearl Harbor victims

By Nola Reporter | Dec 8, 2024

Congressman Troy A. Carter posted tweets reminding Louisiana voters about election day on December 7th and commemorating Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day by honoring those who perished in the attack.

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Troy A. Carter reflects on historical amendments and calls for change

By Nola Reporter | Dec 6, 2024

Congressman Troy A. Carter addressed key historical events and ongoing legislative efforts through social media posts dated December 6th.

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Troy A. Carter commemorates key figures in civil rights history

By Nola Reporter | Dec 5, 2024

Congressman Troy A. Carter recently posted tweets commemorating significant historical events and individuals such as Rosa Parks' role in the Civil Rights Movement and Ronald L. Smith's contributions to their community on December 4-5, 2024

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Troy Carter discusses mental health and Medicare enrollment in recent tweets

By Nola Reporter | Dec 4, 2024

Congressman Troy A. Carter recently highlighted significant topics via social media posts dated December 3-4, 2024.

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Congressman Troy A. Carter addresses key issues including gun violence and economic equity

By Nola Reporter | Dec 3, 2024

In recent tweets dated December 2-3, 2024, Congressman Troy A. Carter discusses his dedication to tackling gun violence following a tragic weekend incident and highlights efforts toward economic equity through support for minority-owned businesses...

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Mexican man pleads guilty in major drug trafficking and money laundering case

By Nola Reporter | Dec 2, 2024

U.S. Attorney Duane A. Evans announced that Jose Omar Vargas-Duque, a 39-year-old resident of Mexico, has pled guilty to federal charges related to drug trafficking and money laundering.

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New Orleans man pleads guilty in major drug distribution conspiracy

By Nola Reporter | Nov 29, 2024

A New Orleans resident, William Lang, aged 46, has pled guilty to charges of conspiracy to distribute and possess with intent to distribute significant quantities of cocaine, heroin, and fentanyl.

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Troy A. Carter announces induction into NOLA Walk of Fame

By Nola Reporter | Nov 28, 2024

Congressman Troy A. Carter shares news of his induction into the NOLA Walk of Fame in February while also expressing gratitude on Thanksgiving through social media posts dated November 27-28, 2024.

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Congressman Troy A. Carter highlights cultural events and military meetings

By Nola Reporter | Nov 27, 2024

Congressman Troy A. Carter shared insights into cultural celebrations like the Bayou Classic on November 26-27, alongside engagements with military officials from one of the nation's largest commands based in New Orleans.

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Congressman Troy A. Carter addresses Thanksgiving pet safety and more

By Nola Reporter | Nov 25, 2024

Congressman Troy A. Carter recently addressed several issues through social media posts dated November 24-25, 2024.