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It’s been eight years since a deadly outbreak of disease began ravaging Florida’s coral reefs. Now, scientists worry it has reached the Gulf of Mexico’s sole marine sanctuary.
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The Grand Caillou/Dulac Band of Biloxi-Chitimacha-Choctaw, a Native American tribe in Louisiana that’s deeply involved in coastal restoration efforts and has spent years working to protect their land from land loss and rapidly intensifying storms, has anointed its newest chief.Devon Parfait, a coastal resilience analyst for the Environmental Defense Fund, stepped into the position in August -
Stephanie Lamparez is a physical therapist in New Iberia, Louisiana. But she has also spent the last 30 years as a para-athlete coach for numerous Louisiana kids across the state. And she’s built a community of athletes along the way.
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Public transportation in New Orleans just went through its first major redesign since Hurricane Katrina. That means many transit riders have seen their regular commutes change — either minorly or dramatically.
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As natural disasters and extreme weather become more frequent in the Gulf South, a new report hopes to be a road map to providing more climate-adapted housing.
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Suicide is a leading cause of death in women, and mood and anxiety disorders make perinatal risks more complicated. Dr. Fortney’s work is focused on this issue.
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A new report assessed the impact of laws in the 15 states that have banned or heavily restricted abortion since June 24.
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The Fifth Circuit said a federal district judge in Texas should take another look at the program following the revisions adopted by the Biden administration, leaving the future of DACA up in the air.
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With midterm elections coming up in November, it's time to dismantle the "Latino voter" myth once and for all.
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Farmers die by suicide at a higher rate than the general population. Midwestern states are training people who regularly interact with farmers to be a new frontline of defense against farm stress.
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While The Great British Bake Off is beloved by many, the show's latest "Mexican Week" episode has left a sour taste in many viewer's mouths.
