Gulf Coast
May 19, 2008 -
We've reported extensively here on allegations of cronyism and other problems with the Department of Housing and Urban Development's work in post-Katrina New Orleans -- problems that culminated in the resignation earlier this year of former HUD Secretary Alphonso Jackson, who remains under criminal in
May 16, 2008 -
As I reported yesterday, a national inter-faith group is expanding on the critical role that religious institutions have played in the Katrina rebuilding effort by launching the Isaiah Funds, an innovative loan and grant program to jump-start rebuilding in New Orleans.
May 12, 2008 -
The recovery of Louisiana's people from Hurricane Katrina is far from complete.
May 6, 2008 -
The winners of the 12th Annual Webby Awards have been announced, and the winner in the Charitable Organization - Nonprofit category is
April 21, 2008 -
On Friday, President Bush announced his nominee to replace outgoing Housing and Urban Development Secretary Alphonso Jackson, who resigned while under investigation for il
April 11, 2008 -
The December 2006 murder of Hot 8 Brass Band drummer and high school music teacher Dinerral Shavers shocked New Orleans.