Insurance company lobbyists are saying that HB9, which would tax home repairs, would drive up their costs and thus increase premiums. Seems like a bad idea in a state where property insurance is already unaffordable for many. #lalege

This #frockingfabulous set of 18th century stays is just glorious... and no, it's not tightlacing and nobody had a rib removed to wear them (finger hovering by the mute button 😉). #Fashionhistory via Christies.

Bodice by Paquin, 1900-03. Smith College Historic Costume Collection.

#LSU student government has unanimously passed a resolution calling for the immediate halt of the use of live tigers at football games. This is related to Governor Jeff Landry bringing a live tiger, who was not Mike, to the Alabama game, which was a blowout loss #lalege #lagov

You can just make out the sheerness of the embellished #1810s overdress that hangs as a ghostly silhouette over the more solid layer beneath. It must have shifted smokily counter to its other layers in an illusory pink mist #darmuseum #fashionhistory

NOLA Public Schools superintendent Avis Williams is out amid a $36 million budget forecast error that has put schools in dangerous financial position. Story to come. #nolaed

Tonight at midnight BEETHOVEN BLUES 🕊️Have you pre saved the album? jon-batiste.lnk.to/BeethovenBlues

#BREAKINGNEWS ‼️ NOLA Public Schools Superintendent Avis Williams formally announced her resignation Thursday morning, following a $36 million budgeting gaffe that’s left schools in dire financial straits. ✍️: @MartaJewson Click the 🔗 for more info! buff.ly/4fKnC62

Today, we honor the bravery of the New Orleans Four. Leona Tate, Tessie Prevost, Gaile Etienne, and Ruby Bridges made history when they helped desegregate New Orleans Public Schools 64 years ago. tinyurl.com/2raue7zw

Nine Times Second Line Parade starts at noon Sunday! Get the route sheet and hear Indi the Doll's interviews with Nine Times' Raphael Parker and 9 Superior Ladies' (9SL) Dwanna Caliste at Takin' It To The Streets! wwoz.org/streets 📷 MJ Mastrogiovanni #secondlinesunday

My last tweet: My Twitter life has meant a great deal to me over these 11 years. I have learned So Much from people much wiser than I. I have been linked up with justice movements. I have made actual friends. But staying is unsustainable. Find me in the beautiful blue skies.

Tonight at 7:30 on WLAE-TV my 'Let's Talk with Keith Spera' guest is Leo Nocentelli, the guitarist who helped write the book on New Orleans funk with the Meters. He talks about the creation of Meters classics as well as the rediscovery of his long-lost 'Another Side' LP

Sky over the cathedral, New Orleans Today I posted additional New Orleans photos on IG at marcorasi1960

Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry's tax plan hits big roadblock over tax increases, path ahead unclear #lalege #lagov nola.com/news/politics/… via @nolanews

Also of note: If two more Democrats vote against this bill, it fails and Governor Jeff Landry's tax plan probably fails altogether. It's really hard to pass a tax hike without Democratic votes! Even if you're a strong Republican governor. #lalege

Don't miss your last chance to see a supermoon until next fall! bit.ly/3UT2qCK

Caught up to Ethan Ashley as he walked out of the meeting: “How did a budget with holes get past the board?” Ethan: “I don’t understand you.” Got in his car.

Jake Tapper Doesn't Hold Back With Grim Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Punchline huffpost.com/entry/jake-tap…

Moonlight coming in the bedroom window just woke me up. (Rubs eyes and yawns)

Clawing back public media funding would rip vital services out of our communities – early education, local journalism, emergency alerts, and local connection. Urge your Senators to vote NO Protect My Public Media: bit.ly/3YMxiXB #ProtectMyPublicMedia