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Jun 3, 2026
The Urban League of Louisiana is deeply disappointed by the Louisiana Supreme Court’s ruling affirming Act 15 and blocking a special election for the consolidated Orleans Parish Clerk of Court position. While the Court…
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Today, the Louisiana House of Representatives advanced SB 121 — a deliberate and deeply troubling attempt to weaken Black political power, silence dissenting voices, and manipulate Louisiana’s electoral process for…
ReadMay 14, 2026
Today, the Louisiana State Senate passed a dangerous 5-1 congressional map designed to silence and dilute the political power of Black voters, while intentionally disenfranchising Democratic voters across the state…
ReadMay 5, 2026
The Urban League of Louisiana is deeply concerned by the United States Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals decision to stay the temporary restraining order issued by District Court Judge, John deGravelles, which allowed…
ReadApr 30, 2026
Governor Landry’s decision to suspend Louisiana’s primary election is unnecessary, destabilizing, and deeply concerning. Nothing in the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling in Louisiana v. Callais requires halting an election…
ReadApr 29, 2026
Today’s decision in Louisiana v. Callais is not just disappointing, it is a devastating blow to the core promise of American democracy. In Louisiana v. Callais, the Court struck down Louisiana’s congressional map that…
ReadApr 10, 2026
To the People of Louisiana and Members of the Legislature: Public service comes with a promise – to uphold the Constitution, to follow the law, and to serve the will of the people. That oath is not symbolic. It is the…
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Jan 26, 2026
Attention Certified DBE/ACDBE Firms: On September 30, 2025, the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) issued an Interim Final Rule (IFR) revising certain regulations governing the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise…
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Jan 22, 2026
At its 2025 Annual Gala, the Urban League of Louisiana proudly honors Rhaoul A. Guillaume, Sr., an innovative civil engineer, entrepreneur, and community leader whose work and service have helped shape Louisiana for…
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Aug 4, 2024
The Urban League of Louisiana officially opened registration for those looking to volunteer at the 2025 Big Health Event in Shreveport. Any questions or further inquiries can be sent to Cherie LaCour-Duckworth at…
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