
Category: Squandered Heritage
A long-running investigative series examining how poor policy decisions, unchecked development, and political neglect have eroded New Orleans’ historic neighborhoods, culture, and architecture. This category documents what’s been lost—and what can still be saved—through detailed reporting, photography, and community voices.


Another cement lawn, but this one gets cited by city inspector

Extreme caution: Handle with care—the billboard that is

Hurricane Isaac destroys house moved to build new VA hospital

Demolition of St. Charles Avenue mansion debated and deferred

Lead-based paint sanding, health concerns to be discussed

St. Charles Avenue mansion: Another one bites the dust?

Sometimes you win; sometimes the game is delayed by rain

Bank-turned-burger joint: decidedly heavy on the dressing
