| By DREW BROACH | Staff writer |
RACE AT COLLEGE: Louisiana Republican Party officials want state lawmakers to forbid the study of racism at colleges and universities, arguing in a resolution approved Saturday that classes examining "inglorious aspects" of United States history are too divisive. The resolution, passed by voice vote with no discernible dissent at the party's quarterly meeting, cites no evidence for its assertion that these programs bloat budgets and inflame political tensions on campuses. RACE FOR THE COAST: Two alarming new scientific papers say climate change and long cyclical weather patterns have conspired to accelerate sea level rise over the past dozen years along the Gulf Coast. They could portend dire consequences for Louisiana’s receding coastline. For more environment articles, subscribe to our Louisiana Coastal Watch newsletter, emailed weekly. It's free. FIXING FAT CITY: Jefferson Parish officials are finalizing a deal to buy and demolish an apartment complex and motel in Fat City as part of a multimillion-dollar effort to revitalize Metairie’s former entertainment district. Thanks for starting your Sunday with Morning Headlines. Catch up on the latest news on NOLA.com. Drew. | 