Diane Mack
Host, Morning Edition and Louisiana Considered"This is NPR's Morning Edition, at 89.9 WWNO. Good Morning, I'm Diane Mack."
Many of you awake to that greeting each morning as Diane brings you the day's news as WWNO's host for NPR's Morning Edition. Diane is a native New Orleanian with a background in television broadcast journalism. She is a graduate of Loyola University of New Orleans, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Mass Communications.
Diane has worked in various markets around the state. She started at KATC-TV in Lafayette as reporter and morning news anchor. Diane moved back home to New Orleans in 1982 where she joined the news staff of WDSU-TV as a general assignment reporter. In 1993, Diane joined WWNO's staff, hosting news programs, a classical music show, and the "Friends of Music" concert series. She is also an award-winning producer for the station's cultural arts radio feature Inside the Arts.
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Today on Louisiana Considered, we break down the inauguration of New Orleans’ new mayor, Helena Moreno. We also hear about an upcoming performance at Le Petit Theatre and discuss the return of the New Orleans marathon. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear about a new opera production telling the story of a French heroine — and honoree of a Mardi Gras parade — Joan of Arc. We also speak with a La. native making her debut with the new Women’s Professional Baseball League. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, we get an update on arrests targeting immigrants in the New Orleans area. We also break down a year’s worth of news in energy, and discuss why the classic Nutcracker ballet remains a staple of the Christmas season. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, we discuss Tulane’s journey to the college football playoff. We also hear the details behind this year’s Black Film Festival of New Orleans, and how Calvin Duncan went from jailhouse lawyer to Orleans Parish clerk of criminal court. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear why some doctors are concerned about Dr. Ralph Abraham’s new role at the Centers for Disease Control. And we learn how the process of college accreditation has changed since the Trump administration started targeting diversity, equity and inclusion mandates. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, we talk with an immigration attorney and immigration law professor about the rights of undocumented people as Border Patrol agents begin a sweep in Louisiana. We also hear the findings from the state’s public school report cards. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, we break down ballot questions regarding funds for city initiatives in Baton Rouge and Lafayette. Hear what passed and what failed. We also learn about Arts New Orleans’ latest downtown mural. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, we remember the contributions of French-speaking Cajun servicemen in World War II. We also hear about a revived ballet performance to honor the 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn how East Baton Rouge Parish officials are looking to close a $21 million deficit. We also hear about African and Creole influences on architecture throughout the state, and hear about a neighborhood beautification project celebrating a milestone. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn about efforts to revitalize Louisiana’s slowing film and television industry. We also hear the details behind a spooky Halloween event at a former funeral home, and learn why Hyundai is committing to manufacturing in the U.S. despite immigration concerns.
