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Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn how a 2,000-year-old headstone went from a museum in Italy to a New Orleans backyard. We also speak with a local writer and editor about his recent appearance on Jeopardy, and dissect the Saints’ disappointing season.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear why the defense for Louisiana v. Callais is fearful that the Supreme Court could uproot voting rights. We also hear about a concert presenting songs written by those in concentration camps, and about the upcoming WWNO benefit concert.

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 hear the latest in an increasingly tense race for New Orleans Clerk of Criminal Court. We also learn about a new program to help find commonalities across the political spectrum, and get advice on fall gardening.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn why some childcare centers are being forced to close or take out loans as a result of the government shutdown. We also learn about property taxes on the Baton Rouge ballot, and hear about findings from the 2025 Gulf hypoxia cruise.

The Quebe Sisters grew up in Burleson, Texas near Dallas-Fort Worth. Grace, Sophia, and Hulda were homeschooled and largely sheltered from the outside world. At a young age, their attention moved from violin lessons to fiddle contests, immersing themselves in traditional Texas swing. While the 1940s fiddle music was little known to their peers, it was the Quebe Sisters’ ticket to ride. They have since shared the stage with country legends Willie Nelson, Merle Haggard, and Ricky Skaggs. Here’s Sophia Quebe:

Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear how Xavier University will be celebrating 100 years shortly after massive layoffs. We also break down New Orleans ballot measures on capital bonds authorization for infrastructure, water and drainage and affordable housing.

Many of us in the South were lucky enough to grow up surrounded by women whose devotion to family and culinary skills filled our lives with delicious food. This week, we pay tribute to those flavor mavens with a trio of interviews celebrating Southern women's culinary voices.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we break down the results of Saturday’s elections in New Orleans. We also get an update on the start of the women's basketball season at LSU, and we hear why the state is suing Smitty’s Supply Inc. for environmental violations.

Today on Louisiana Considered, border agents are headed to New Orleans for a massive immigration sweep. We learn how many are coming, when they’re set to arrive and who they’ll be targeting. We also learn why Loyola’s music business school was recently recognized by Billboard Magazine, and hear about the first robotic-assisted spinal surgery in the Gulf South.