Fewer People in New Orleans
According to U.S. Census data from 2010, the population of New Orleans decreased by 29% from 2000 to 2010.
According to U.S. Census data from 2010, the population of New Orleans decreased by 29% from 2000 to 2010.
From seventh graders at the Dolores Huertes Learning Academy in Oakland, California
Students get involved in politics in a different way.
Hurricanes hit the Gulf of Mexico.
Out of 128 schools in New Orleans, only 56 are scheduled to open this fall.
Kids have raised more than $10 million in aid for victims of Hurricane Katrina, non-profit organization RandomKid reported in August.
THERE are many first-hand reports of various relief organizations being refused entry into New Orleans by bus and boat.
National News Briefs
When the government fails the people, regular people step in to provide for basic needs. Here are some grassroots organizations that are providing relief to the victims of Hurricane Katrina