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Southeast Louisiana Is Forced To Deal With Multiple Challenges Following Ida's Rath

6:43am September 02, 2021

Following Hurricane Ida's powerful strike on Louisiana, the state is struggling to cope with the aftermath. Power is out for a million homes and businesses, food and fuel are both in short supply.

News Brief: Texas Abortion Law, Ida's Aftermath, Sackler Family Immunity

6:09am September 02, 2021

The Supreme Court allows Texas to implement a law making most abortions illegal. Storm's remnants cause problems for states besides Louisiana. Judge approves Purdue Pharma's bankruptcy settlement.

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Hurricane Ida Hit An Important Oil And Gas Hub, Which Will Likely Drive Up Gas Prices

6:19pm September 01, 2021

by John Burnett

When Hurricane Ida came ashore on Sunday in Louisiana, the storm hit an important hub for the offshore oil and gas industry, which will likely drive up the price of gas at the pump.

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After Ida, Many In Louisiana Still Without Power And Water

4:51pm September 01, 2021

NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with Jaclyn Hotard, president of St. John The Baptist Parish just west of New Orleans, about the rescue efforts after Hurricane Ida flooded the area.

Watch Workers Rescue A Cow Trapped In A Tree After Hurricane Ida

4:05pm September 01, 2021

A four-legged victim of the massive storm that ripped through Louisiana got some noisy assistance from St. Bernard Parish workers armed with a chainsaw.

Police thanked members of the public for helping to identify Benjamin Eugene Dagley as the man seen accosting an NBC reporter during a live broadcast. Dagley now faces several criminal charges.

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A Man Who Accosted A TV Reporter Covering Hurricane Ida Faces Assault Charges

2:50pm September 01, 2021

by Bill Chappell

Members of the public helped identify Benjamin Eugene Dagley of Ohio, according to police in Gulfport, Mississippi.

Aerial image of Jean Lafitte, La. after Hurricane Ida hit the town.

Satellite Photos Show Louisiana Coast Is Still Dealing With Major Flooding Post-Ida

6:56am September 01, 2021

by Jaclyn Diaz

Days after Hurricane Ida hit Louisiana, local officials are still wading through floodwaters and heavy debris in continued efforts to help residents who stayed behind.

News Brief: Kabul Post U.S. Departure, Ida Aftermath, Texas Voting Bill

5:10am September 01, 2021

The Taliban still have no formal government in Afghanistan. Days after Hurricane Ida, rescue teams have difficulty reaching people. Texas Republicans pass a new bill restricting voting rights.

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New Orleans Mayor Cantrell On The City's Loss Of Power Brought By Hurricane Ida

4:50pm August 31, 2021

NPR's Audie Cornish speaks with LaToya Cantrell, mayor of New Orleans, about the damage from Hurricane Ida that has left residents without power for days.

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New Orleans's Recover From Hurricane Ida's Damage Has Been Slow

4:23pm August 31, 2021

by Aubri Juhasz

Recovery is slow going in Louisiana after Hurricane Ida stormed ashore on Sunday. Rescue crews are still trying to get into hard hit areas as residents cope with the prospect of no power for weeks.