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Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn what happens next to those convicted by split juries before the Supreme Court ruled the practice unconstitutional, and hear how ICE arrests are concerning the Hispanic community in Kenner. We also learn about the opening of two new food banks and hear how Musicians’ Village was born out of Katrina.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn how the Jazz and Heritage Foundation is gearing up for the upcoming fest. We also learn how bygone Louisiana laws are still impacting inmates, and talk to Baton Rouge runner Julia Hawkins on her 106th birthday.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn how school boards are prioritizing racial equity in their redistricting. We also hear about a new healthy food store coming to the Lower Ninth Ward, and talk to an LSU student about his upcoming debut on the quiz show Jeopardy.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we dig into the agenda for the next state legislative session. And we hear what Ukrainians living in Louisiana have to say about the Russian invasion of their home country.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn about the larger implications of an upcoming case at the Louisiana Supreme Court. We also get an update on New Orleans’ latest mask guidelines and check in with two high school marching bands that recently returned to parading the streets.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn why the demand for statewide green jobs is likely to increase in the next five years. And we learn about the recent parole hearing of Brandon Jackson, who was once convicted for armed robbery by a non-unanimous jury.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn about a new bill that could give renters more protections after hurricanes. We also hear the latest on cancer research in the state and learn what monuments are going up in the place of former Confederate statues.

Accruing wealth through home ownership only works if you can afford to buy a house and maintain it. In this episode of Out to Lunch, ways to make NOLA home ownership more affordable.

Accruing generational wealth through the increased value of your house doesn't work if you can't afford to buy a house in the first place

At least 1,500 incarcerated people in Louisiana were convicted by non-unanimous juries.