The man who succeeded him as president of Xavier University recalls Francis’ advice and strength. Francis, who died Feb. 18 ...

When civil rights activists needed a champion, Norman Francis was there, longtime friend Edwin Lombard remembers.

Francis was my university president, my guidance counselor, my mentor, my confidant and my friend,” writes Benjamin. Many are ...

He’s left us a great legacy, and his death is a reminder of what we have to do,” actor and New Orleans native Wendell Pierce ...

Francis had that effect throughout his life. He could calm the waters while also pushing for progress. He was not only nice, but he made everyone around him nicer.” ...

Longtime Xavier president valued substance over volume and leadership over showmanship. He showed it every day in his ...

The lifelong friendship between former New Orleans mayor Moon Landrieu and the longtime Xavier president had a lasting impact ...

Lawyer Kim Boyle shares memories of of all Dr. Norman Francis meant ot her, to our state and to our nation. The longtime Xavier president, who died Feb. 18, is being mourned in New Orleans and beyond.

New Orleans Pelicans rookie guard Jeremiah Fears scored a career-high 28 points Sunday in a loss to the Los Angeles Clippers.

Zion Williamson saw his streak of 35 consecutive games played come to an end Sunday. But unlike in the past, he shouldn't be ...

There was something different about LSU gymnast Kailin Chio’s performance Sunday in the Podium Challenge at the Raising ...

And Mikaylah Williams pulled the No. 6 Tigers out of each one. The star junior guard from Bossier City scored 26 points, ...