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Former Judge Arthur Hunter Launches New Orleans Mayoral Bid, Vows to Tackle Crime and Boost Economy

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New Orleans, LA — Arthur L. Hunter, Jr., a former judge at the Orleans Parish Criminal Court, has entered the mayoral race in New Orleans, bringing with him a platform focused on enhancing public safety and promoting economic development. Hunter, who also has experience as a New Orleans police officer, officially filed his candidacy paperwork, indicating a serious bid to tackle the city’s pressing issues. Before announcing his candidacy, Hunter engaged with over 300 local citizens and community organizations to gauge public concerns and aspirations. His previous attempt to secure a political post was in … Read more

Arthur Hunter Joins New Orleans Mayoral Race, Promises Solutions and Safer City Amid Growing Field of Candidates

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New Orleans, LA — The race to decide who will replace Mayor LaToya Cantrell in New Orleans is intensifying, with multiple candidates heralding new agendas aimed at guiding the city through pressing urban challenges. Among the burgeoning field is Arthur Hunter, a former Orleans Parish criminal court judge and ex-city police officer, who announced his candidacy as he seeks to transition his judicial insights into executive municipal leadership. Hunter, notable for his advocacy in public defense during his judicial tenure, confirmed his mayoral aspirations by filing the necessary paperwork with the state ethics board. This … Read more

Exposing the Perpetrators: Patriot Front Members Behind Arthur Ashe Mural Vandalism Identified

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RICHMOND, Virginia — The mural of tennis legend Arthur Ashe in Battery Park, Richmond, was defaced by white supremacist graffiti in October 2021, causing concern among community members. The graffiti, which promoted the white supremacist group Patriot Front, was quickly removed after the park was temporarily closed. However, the incident sparked fear and unease in the neighboring Battery Park community. Months later, the media outlet Unicorn Riot was able to identify the perpetrators of the vandalism through leaked video footage. Patriot Front members had recorded themselves defacing the Ashe mural, intending to keep the footage … Read more

Unveiling the Forgotten Pioneer: Alabama Civil Rights Lawyer Arthur Davis Shores Finally Gets the Spotlight

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BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Black History Month serves as a moment to remember and learn about the untold stories of pioneers who have been overlooked. One such individual is Arthur Davis Shores, a civil rights lawyer from Alabama. Shores is the subject of a compelling documentary produced by Alabama Public Television, with narration by WBRC’s Steve Crocker. The idea for the documentary took shape during a conversation between Shores’ daughter, Barbara, and Phillip Howard of the Conservation Fund, and Pete Conroy at the premiere of another acclaimed documentary about a legendary figure from Alabama. It was … Read more