New Orleans Archives

Former New Orleans deacon, 85, dies awaiting rape trial

Jun 30, 2020

A former Catholic deacon awaiting trial on rape charges in New Orleans has died, his defense attorney said Tuesday.

Loyola-New Orleans president apologizes after racism alleged

Jun 9, 2020

The president of Loyola University of New Orleans has apologized for the way the school handled allegations that the former head of its communications department mistreated black and LGBTQ students and showed bias against them.

By Associated Press

Universities, archdiocese named in lawsuit over Katrina aid

Jun 4, 2020

Two New Orleans universities, the Archdiocese of New Orleans and a government contractor are defendants in a whistleblower lawsuit alleging fraud involving more than $100 million in Hurricane Katrina aid.

By Kevin McGill

Saints emails, lawsuits could be buried in church bankruptcy

May 6, 2020

A bankruptcy filing by New Orleans’ Roman Catholic archdiocese freezes sexual abuse lawsuits and could help bury the details of alleged coverups of predator priests and thousands of internal emails documenting a behind-the-scenes alliance with the New Orleans Saints.

By Jim Mustian and Michael Rezendes

Look to Mary when feeling helpless, advise Poor Clares in New Orleans

Apr 18, 2020

As the pandemic throws a metaphorical grenade into the everyday habits of people around the world, the consistent and faith-bolstering rhythm of daily Mass, frequent prayer, quiet recreation and humble ministry is serving New Orleans’ community of Poor Clare Sisters very well.

By Beth Donze

New Orleans archbishop takes to sky for coronavirus blessing

Apr 12, 2020

The archbishop of New Orleans sprinkled holy water from a World War II-era biplane high above the city in an unusual Good Friday blessing for those affected by the coronavirus.

By Associated Press