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Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn the city of New Orleans has recently lifted its vaccine mandate for public spaces. Then, we hear about a new program in East Baton Rouge Parish that will require high school students to take at least one advanced-level class per year.

Today on Louisiana Considered, New Orleans City Council member Joe Giarrusso tells us why he has proposed freezing over $10 million dollars from the city’s public works budget. We also hear the latest news from the state legislative session and learn about a new study on the deadliness of hurricanes.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear why protestors at the state capitol are pushing back against some of the new proposed congressional maps. And, we learn about Orleans Parish School Board’s search for a new superintendent of schools.

Raymond Jetson analyzes the root of crime and violence in Baton Rouge, specifically within in the black community, and solutions to help young men. He also touches on Sharon Lewis and LSU. Jensen Moore talks Super Bowl Ads.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn how the Krewe of Rex is celebrating an iconic milestone. And, we hear about the upcoming season for the Musaica Chamber Ensemble.

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.

Mayor Sharon Weston-Broome talks about Black History Month. Leanne Redman discusses the Pennington's new plan observe health with their Nutrition for Precision Health study.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we discuss Black baseball players, teams and promoters in Louisiana. And, we learn how schools are better preparing for hurricanes and other natural disasters.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear about a Lake Charles musician’s journey to the Grammy Awards — for the third time. Then, we revisit a conversation about the exhibit “Making Mardi Gras,” which takes viewers behind the scenes of Carnival season.

George Kennedy comments on his brother and his questioning of Supreme Court Nominee Ketanji Brown Jackson, and the Louisiana Senate race. Roman Rubchenko gives an update on the war in Ukraine, what he is doing to help other Ukranians in need, what the war means for Democracy, and how Americans can help out and donate. Donations can be made at youkraine.org.