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Author Archives: Khalil Gillon

Khalil Gillon is a New Orleans native from Algiers. He attended Thomas Jefferson High School and is a graduate of Louisiana State University in political journalism. Passionate about politics, Gillon ran a podcast called “The State of Today” that focused on current issues.

Posted inCommunity, Culture

What’s it like to perform at Jazz Fest for the first time? A local musician shares her experience.

Minh Ha by Khalil Gillon and Minh Ha April 26, 2024June 10, 2024

Shawan Rice and her band opened the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival’s Congo Square stage to an intimate crowd on Thursday (April 25), filling the air with funky guitar riffs and soulful horn sections.

Posted inCulture, Justice

Local historian recounts story of how AFL walkout led to formation of New Orleans Saints

by Khalil Gillon April 18, 2024June 10, 2024
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Organizations, parents prepare for loss of summer EBT program

by Khalil Gillon April 12, 2024December 11, 2024
Posted inCommunity, Justice

New Orleans Public Library closes book on late fees

by Khalil Gillon March 20, 2024June 10, 2024
City Hall
Posted inGovernment

City officials say payment problems for teen workers fixed

by Khalil Gillon March 11, 2024March 8, 2024
Posted inCulture

Q&A: Local filmmaker Iman Shervington talks award wins for Institute of Women and Ethnic Studies

by Khalil Gillon February 28, 2024June 10, 2024
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New Orleans Saints donate $25,000 to Amistad Research Center

by Khalil Gillon February 26, 2024February 26, 2024
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Supplier diversity program offers local businesses chance to work in Super Bowl

by Khalil Gillon February 22, 2024February 22, 2024
Posted inHousing

Fortified roof grant program aims to help lower-income homeowners

by Khalil Gillon January 31, 2024January 31, 2024
Posted inCommunity

Algiers Mardi Gras Festival returns Saturday

by Khalil Gillon January 26, 2024January 25, 2024

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