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Heart of Louisiana: Melrose
Heart of Louisiana: Melrose
The paintings of Louisiana folk artist Clementine Hunter tell the story of plantation life along the Cane River a century ago. more>>
The paintings of Louisiana folk artist Clementine Hunter tell the story of plantation life along the Cane River a century ago. The Melrose Plantation in Natchitoches Parish is also an important part of the Creole culture of the state. FOX 8's Dave McNamara takes us there in this edition of Heart of Louisiana.more>>
A New Low: Atlanta radio station spoofs Gleason
A New Low: Atlanta radio station spoofs Gleason
What I heard Monday morning takes the cake, the ice cream and every other prize one can offer for crassness and tastelessness.
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What I heard Monday morning takes the cake, the ice cream and every other prize one can offer for crassness and tastelessness.more>>
Lee Zurik Investigation: Jim Bridger to pay, yet again
Lee Zurik Investigation: Jim Bridger to pay, yet again
Almost three years after FOX 8 News raised questions about his spending, the former general manager of the Public Belt Railroad has admitted guilt to the State Ethics Board and agreed to pay a fine.more>>
Almost three years after FOX 8 News raised questions about his spending, the former general manager of the Public Belt Railroad has admitted guilt to the State Ethics Board and agreed to pay a fine.more>>
Lee Zurik Investigation: Jefferson Parish asks AG, “Is this legal?”
Lee Zurik Investigation: Jefferson Parish asks AG, “Is this legal?”
Jefferson Parish President John Young has asked the state attorney general whether it's legal for the parish to pay retirement contributions for some employees.more>>
Jefferson Parish President John Young has asked the state attorney general whether it's legal for the parish to pay retirement contributions for some employees. This follows a FOX 8 investigation from May that questioned whether the parish could do it. more>>
Lee Zurik Investigation: Galvan's finances in hands of Parish Council - now what?
Lee Zurik Investigation: Galvan's finances in hands of Parish Council - now what?
Governor Bobby Jindal has signed a bill into law, handing over control of the St. Tammany Parish coroner's finances to the Parish Council. But reining in those finances will not be a simple task.more>>
Governor Bobby Jindal has signed a bill into law, handing over control of the St. Tammany Parish coroner's finances to the Parish Council. It allows the council to set salaries and approve spending in the office. But reining in those finances will not be a simple task.more>>
Lee Zurik Investigation: St. Tammany coroner's CFO resigns
Lee Zurik Investigation: St. Tammany coroner's CFO resigns
Kim Kelly made a six-figure salary with Dr. Peter Galvan's office. Our investigation showed she had many questionable charges on her public credit card, including spending public money on groceries.more>>
Kim Kelly made a six-figure salary with Dr. Peter Galvan's office. Our investigation showed she had many questionable charges on her public credit card, including spending public money on groceries.more>>
Lee Zurik Investigation: Full Senate to consider Galvan bill
Lee Zurik Investigation: Full Senate to consider Galvan bill
Lawmakers move one step closer to stripping financial control of the Coroner's Office from Dr. Peter Galvan and the St. Tammany Parish coroner and many of his higher-paid staff could be close to getting their paychecks cut.more>>
Lawmakers move one step closer to stripping financial control of the Coroner's Office from Dr. Peter Galvan, and the St. Tammany Parish coroner and many of his higher-paid staff could be close to getting their paychecks cut.more>>
Lee Zurik Investigation: House passes bill to curb Galvan's powers
Lee Zurik Investigation: House passes bill to curb Galvan's powers
Louisiana's House of Representatives has approved a bill that would give the St. Tammany Parish Council control over salaries and spending in the parish Coroner's Office.more>>
Louisiana's House of Representatives has approved a bill that would give the St. Tammany Parish Council control over salaries and spending in the parish Coroner's Office.more>>
Lee Zurik Investigation: Galvan’s lawsuit just “a lot of fluff"?
Lee Zurik Investigation: Galvan’s lawsuit just “a lot of fluff"?
The St. Tammany Parish coroner has sued the state of Louisiana, claiming a bill the governor just signed is unconstitutional. more>>
The St. Tammany Parish coroner has sued the state of Louisiana, claiming a bill the governor just signed is unconstitutional. The lawmaker who authored the bill calls it a sign that Dr. Peter Galvan wants to insure he keeps his money.more>>
Heart of Louisiana: Lasyone's meat pies
Heart of Louisiana: Lasyone's meat pies
In New Orleans, we're famous for our Creole cooking and beignets. In Cajun country, it's gumbo and boudin. But what about Louisiana's oldest city, Natchitoches? It's famous around the country for its meat pies.more>>
In New Orleans, we're famous for our Creole cooking and beignets. In Cajun country, it's gumbo and boudin. But what about Louisiana's oldest city, Natchitoches? It's famous around the country for its meat pies. FOX 8's Dave McNamara takes us to the kitchen where they've been frying meat pies for nearly half a century in this edition of Heart of Louisiana.more>>
Conventioneers rush to buy bargain-priced Surface tablets
Conventioneers rush to buy bargain-priced Surface tablets
Wanna sell a bunch of Surface tablets? Blow 'em out for pennies on the dollar to a hoard of Windows IT professionals.
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Wanna sell a bunch of Surface tablets? Blow 'em out for pennies on the dollar to a hoard of Windows IT professionals.more>>
Heart of Louisiana: American Rose Center
Heart of Louisiana: American Rose Center
If you like roses, Louisiana has one of the best places in America to see thousands of roses. It's the American Rose Center near Shreveport.more>>
If you like roses, Louisiana has one of the best places in America to see thousands of roses. It's the American Rose Center near Shreveport. FOX 8's Dave McNamara shows us a rose garden in full bloom in this edition of Heart of Louisiana.more>>
Chris Franklin's priceless reaction to viral video
Chris Franklin's priceless reaction to viral video
Did you miss this priceless moment on our morning show or just want to see it again?more>>
Did you miss this priceless moment on our morning show or just want to see it again?more>>
Hi-tech hurricane preparedness starts with a scanner
Hi-tech hurricane preparedness starts with a scanner
If you're a resident of the Gulf South, scanning birth certificates, insurance papers, irreplaceable photographs, and ID cards is just plain smart, particularly if you store them using cloud-based storage.
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If you're a resident of the Gulf South, scanning birth certificates, insurance papers, irreplaceable photographs, and ID cards is just plain smart, particularly if you store them using cloud-based storage.
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Heart of Louisiana: The Beauty of Bayou Teche
Heart of Louisiana: The Beauty of Bayou Teche
If you spend any time in South Louisiana, you've been near a bayou. But you get an entirely different experience if you can paddle a bayou in a canoe or kayak. more>>
If you spend any time in South Louisiana, you've been near a bayou. But you get an entirely different experience if you can paddle a bayou in a canoe or kayak.more>>
A wetland project where?
A wetland project where?
Within the next several weeks, at the mouth of Bayou St. John, a contractor will dredge a small channel to better connect the bayou with Lake Pontchartrain.
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Within the next several weeks, at the mouth of Bayou St. John, a contractor will dredge a small channel to better connect the bayou with Lake Pontchartrain.
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Lee Zurik Investigation: Playing With Fire - Bud's money
Lee Zurik Investigation: Playing With Fire - Bud's money
A loophole in the law allows the president of a local public board to put tens of thousands of dollars into his pocket every year. He's essentially profiting from his volunteer public position indirectly.more>>
A loophole in the law allows the president of a local public board to put tens of thousands of dollars into his pocket every year. He's essentially profiting from his volunteer public position indirectly.more>>
Exclusive: Sean Payton sits down one on one with Jennifer Hale
Exclusive: Sean Payton sits down one on one with Jennifer Hale
After 17 seasons in the NFL, Saints head coach Sean Payton is experiencing a first. He opens up about that and more, including the plan for the Black and Gold's new 3-4 defense.more>>
After 17 seasons in the NFL, Saints head coach Sean Payton is experiencing a first. He opens up about that and more, including the plan for the Black and Gold's new 3-4 defense and how it could help improvemore>>
Touchpad helps you get the most from Windows 8
Touchpad helps you get the most from Windows 8
● If you want the full Windows 8 experience on your non-touch, legacy PC, the answer is Logitech's new wireless touchpad.
● High-end point-and-shoot cameras thrive as low-end market erodes.
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● If you want the full Windows 8 experience on your non-touch, legacy PC, the answer is Logitech's new wireless touchpad.
● High-end point-and-shoot cameras thrive as low-end market erodes.

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Heart of Louisiana: Buggy racing
Heart of Louisiana: Buggy racing
There is a tradition in south Louisiana of Creole cowboys, skilled horsemen who for more than a century were driving cattle from Louisiana across the state of Texas.more>>
There is a tradition in south Louisiana of Creole cowboys, skilled horsemen who for more than a century were driving cattle from Louisiana across the state of Texas. Those cattle drives are mostly gone now, but you can still find some of the cowboys racing horses and buggies around a dirt track near the tiny town of Oberlin. FOX 8's Dave McNamara is about to put you in the driver's seat in this edition of Heart of Louisiana.more>>
Mystery in the Marsh: Where are the bugs?
Mystery in the Marsh: Where are the bugs?
Three years after the Gulf oil disaster, areas of the South Louisiana marsh fall silent.
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Three years after the Gulf oil disaster, areas of the South Louisiana marsh fall silent. Researchers expected the wildlife population to be impacted by oil in the first year and then bounce back. In some areas, that has yet to happen.more>>
Bob's Battle: Breck finds out the effect of his cancer treatments
Bob's Battle: Breck finds out the effect of his cancer treatments
All the weeks of Bob Breck's radiation therapy have come down to one moment. Blood test results reveal whether the treatments worked.
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All the weeks of Bob Breck's radiation therapy have come down to one moment. Blood test results reveal whether the treatments worked.more>>
Bob's Battle: A long road to victory
Bob's Battle: A long road to victory
Almost every day, Bob Breck makes the life-saving walk through the doors of East Jefferson's Yenni Pavilion for radiation treatments. The experience is not what he expected.

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Almost every day, Bob Breck makes the life-saving walk through the doors of East Jefferson's Yenni Pavilion for radiation treatments. The experience is not what he expected.

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Lee Zurik Investigation: Washington bonuses cost taxpayers billions
Lee Zurik Investigation: Washington bonuses cost taxpayers billions
Two Louisiana congressman find common ground across the aisle when it comes to the hugely-expensive bonuses and incentives, handed out in recent years by federal agencies.more>>
Two Louisiana congressman find common ground across the aisle when it comes to the hugely-expensive bonuses and incentives, handed out in recent years by federal agencies including FEMA and the Veterans Health Administration. The White House has demanded cuts amid the nation's fiscal crises, but some agencies are bucking the trend. We'll examine the sky-high bonuses in our special investigation, "Out of Bounds."more>>
Waterfalls within driving distance of New Orleans
Waterfalls within driving distance of New Orleans
Clark Creek features dozens of waterfalls, nestled in the very southwestern corner of Mississippi
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Clark Creek features dozens of waterfalls, nestled in the very southwestern corner of Mississippi
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Corps declares massive hurricane project complete
Corps declares massive hurricane project complete
Corps declares new hurricane defenses "complete" 100 year storm protection in place without temporary fixes
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Corps declares new hurricane defenses "complete" 100 year storm protection in place without temporary fixesmore>>
Lee Zurik Investigation: The retirement plan so good, it may be illegal
Lee Zurik Investigation: The retirement plan so good, it may be illegal
It's a perk that only benefits less than 20 percent of Jefferson Parish employees, but costs the parish millions every year. And our questions to a statewide official had her telling us that the benefit is illegal.more>>
It's a little known perk that only benefits less than 20 percent of Jefferson Parish employees, but costs the parish millions every year. And our questions to a statewide official had her telling us that the benefit is illegal.more>>
Outside the Walls: Homeowners beyond New Orleans face financial storm
Outside the Walls: Homeowners beyond New Orleans face financial storm
New flood insurance reality poses the latest obstacle to communities trying to rebuild outside New Orleans' new flood walls.
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New flood insurance reality poses the latest obstacle to communities trying to rebuild outside New Orleans' new flood walls.more>>
Hurricane-damaged Friends Restaurant to be replaced
Hurricane-damaged Friends Restaurant to be replaced
The owner of Friends Coastal Restaurant plans to tear down the building and replace it with an entirely new restaurant, opening in 2014.
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The owner of Friends Coastal Restaurant plans to tear down the building and replace it with an entirely new restaurant, opening in 2014.
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FOX 8 Defenders: Trial continues in case of Lafourche animal cruelty
FOX 8 Defenders: Trial continues in case of Lafourche animal cruelty
The trial of a Lafourche Parish man facing animal cruelty charges and charges he violated the parish noise ordinance continues Wednesday in Thibodaux.more>>
The trial of a Lafourche Parish man facing animal cruelty charges and charges he violated the parish noise ordinance continues Wednesday in Thibodaux.more>>
Heart of Louisiana: The Creole Nature Trail
Heart of Louisiana: The Creole Nature Trail
It's a collection of marshes and wetlands loaded with alligators, a large variety of colorful birds, and a sandy beach that dips into the Gulf of Mexico.more>>
It's a collection of marshes and wetlands loaded with alligators, a large variety of colorful birds, and a sandy beach that dips into the Gulf of Mexico. The Creole Nature Trail allows you to step into the marsh and see wildlife up close. FOX 8's Dave McNamara takes a drive into "Louisiana's outback", in this edition of Heart of Louisiana.more>>
Amazing camera for the cowabunga crowd
Amazing camera for the cowabunga crowd
● If your hubby skis, cycles, skydives, snorkels, or races anything, the GoPro HERO3 is a sure-fire, knock-his-socks-off Father's Day gift!
● Is the SAMSUNG Galaxy S4 a worthy successor to the S III? Yes!
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● If your hubby skis, cycles, skydives, snorkels, or races anything, the GoPro HERO3 is a sure-fire, knock-his-socks-off Father's Day gift!
● Is the SAMSUNG Galaxy S4 a worthy successor to the S III? Yes!
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Tree of Life: Artist thrives, despite cerebral palsy
Tree of Life: Artist thrives, despite cerebral palsy
Folk artist Hank Holland is earning an international following after just five years of painting.more>>
Folk artist Hank Holland is earning an international following after just five years of painting.
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Outside the Walls: People living outside new levees fight for their own protection
Outside the Walls: People living outside new levees fight for their own protection
While the government is spending $14.6B on a risk-reduction system for most of metropolitan New Orleans, hundreds of thousands of people outside the new system remain essentially defenseless.
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While the government is spending $14.6 billion on a risk-reduction system for most of metropolitan New Orleans, hundreds of thousands of people outside the new levees, gates and floodwalls remain essentially defenseless. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is studying three options for a levee to provide protection against the 100-year storm, or a tropical system with a one percent likelihood of occurring in any given year.
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Lee Zurik Investigation: A tale of two sheriffs
Lee Zurik Investigation: A tale of two sheriffs
Orleans Parish's sheriff writes a law firm a bi-weekly check, totaling at least $65,000, with little proof of work done by the law firm. In nearby St. John Parish, they have a much different arrangement.more>>
Orleans Parish Sheriff Marlin Gusman writes the law firm Usry, Weeks & Matthews a bi-weekly check, totaling at least $65,000. The payment is made with little proof of work done by the law firm. They don't submit a detailed hourly billing account, don't even charge an hourly rate, only a bi-weekly flat fee with some added-on costs, for a total of about $1.7 million a year. In nearby St. John Parish, they have a much different arrangement.more>>
Lee Zurik Investigation: Sheriff's budget bloated by mystery legal fees
Lee Zurik Investigation: Sheriff's budget bloated by mystery legal fees
FOX 8 found some staggering expenditures for legal counsel that might help explain why money is so tight at the Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office.more>>
Remember last year, when the Orleans Parish Sheriff told the City Council he needed more money for his operating budget? FOX 8 found some staggering expenditures for legal counsel that might help explain why money is so tight at Gusman's office.more>>
Once badly injured, two bald eagles are released into Louisiana's wild
Once badly injured, two bald eagles are released into Louisiana's wild
LSU veterinarians nursed an adult female and a juvenile eagle back to health and released them into a Wildlife Management Area near Gramercy.
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LSU veterinarians nursed an adult female and a juvenile eagle back to health and released them into a Wildlife Management Area near Gramercy.
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Defend your castle with a Digital PeepHole
Defend your castle with a Digital PeepHole
œ Peepholes have been around for centuries, but now there's a better way to monitor your front door.
œ Apricorn's Aegis Secure Key USB flash drive uses secure PIN authentication via an embedded keypad to keep data safe.
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œ Peepholes have been around for centuries, but now there's a better way to monitor your front door.
œ Apricorn's Aegis Secure Key USB flash drive uses secure PIN authentication via an embedded keypad to keep data safe.
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Out to Lunch: Councilwoman, judge react to investigation at Criminal Court
Out to Lunch: Councilwoman, judge react to investigation at Criminal Court
A city councilwoman speaks out about FOX 8's report, revealing expensive meals that have been purchased in recent years for judges, juries and court staff at Orleans Parish Criminal District Court.
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A New Orleans city councilwoman speaks out about the FOX 8 Investigates report that revealed expensive meals that have been purchased in recent years for judges, juries and court staff at Orleans Parish Criminal District Court.
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Heart of Louisiana: "Holy Works of Art"
Heart of Louisiana: "Holy Works of Art"
When hurricanes or fires damage churches, or when churches close because of dwindling memberships, there is an ongoing effort to save some of the most colorful treasures in those buildings.more>>
When hurricanes or fires damage churches, or when churches close because of dwindling memberships, there is an ongoing effort to save some of the most colorful treasures in those buildings. In this edition of Heart of Louisiana, FOX 8's Dave McNamara shows us how many stained glass windows are also works of fine art.more>>
Out to Lunch: Pricey meals for jurors, court staff at Orleans Criminal Court
Out to Lunch: Pricey meals for jurors, court staff at Orleans Criminal Court
A FOX 8 investigation into court records at Orleans Parish Criminal Court revealed jurors there are eating far better than most, and court staff are eating for free -- all at the expense of taxpayers.
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A FOX 8 investigation into court records at Orleans Parish Criminal Court revealed jurors there are eating far better than most, and court staff are eating for free -- all at the expense of taxpayers.more>>
Lee Zurik Investigation: 'Playing With Fire' prompts legislative backlash
Lee Zurik Investigation: 'Playing With Fire' prompts legislative backlash
A board of trustees that spent public money on alcohol and pricey meals may soon lose some of its members.more>>
A board of trustees that spent public money on alcohol and pricey meals may soon lose some of its members. A Louisiana House committee passed a bill Thursday that would alter the make-up of the New Orleans Fire Fighter's Pension & Relief Fund.more>>
Tiny TV
Tiny TV
They're little reporters, anchors and cameramen, but they are big thinkers, and at one school, young students gain skills that most journalists don't get a chance to do until later in life.
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They're little reporters, anchors and cameramen, but they are big thinkers, and at one school, young students gain skills that most journalists don't get a chance to do until later in life. more>>
Apple items top Mother's Day techie gift list
Apple items top Mother's Day techie gift list
The iPhone recently became the #1 selling smart phone in the world. One reason for the iPhone's dominance is women, particularly older women, which means the iPhone and other Apple products are perfect Mother's Day gifts.
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The iPhone recently became the #1 selling smart phone in the world. One reason for the iPhone's dominance is women, particularly older women, which means the iPhone and other Apple products are perfect Mother's Day gifts.
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Lee Zurik Investigation: S&WB's overtime policy means millions down the drain
Lee Zurik Investigation: S&WB's overtime policy means millions down the drain
Almost three years ago, we detailed sky-high overtime earnings for some Sewerage and Water Board employees. Our research shows the overtime has not just continued; in some ways, it's gotten worse.more>>
Almost three years ago, in the summer of 2010, we detailed sky-high overtime earnings for some Sewerage and Water Board employees. Officials there promised to reform. But our research shows the overtime has not just continued; in some ways, it's gotten worse.more>>
Mud Wrestling: Skeptics question plans for rebuilding coastal Louisiana
Mud Wrestling: Skeptics question plans for rebuilding coastal Louisiana
Most coastal scientists and activists appear to buy into the argument that Louisiana must use the river, and they warn time is not on our side. But plans currently on the table have some vocal critics.
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Most coastal scientists and activists appear to buy into the argument that Louisiana must use the river, and they warn time is not on our side. But plans currently on the table have some vocal critics.
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Lee Zurik Investigation: FBI widens Galvan probe
Lee Zurik Investigation: FBI widens Galvan probe
The FBI's probe into St. Tammany Parish Coroner Peter Galvan continues to widen. The Coroner's Office received another subpoena last month; the records were due last Thursday. It's the third subpoena relatedmore>>
The federal investigation now includes the purchase of a 40-acre piece of property by the St. Tammany Parish Coroner, property that measures a quarter mile on each side.more>>
Lee Zurik Investigation: Dr. Galvan loses a contract
Lee Zurik Investigation: Dr. Galvan loses a contract
The cancellation of the contract with the City of Slidell happened earlier this month and follows a series of FOX 8 investigations that questioned Galvan's arrangement to take care of sick inmates at the jail.more>>
The cancellation of the contract with the City of Slidell happened earlier this month and follows a series of FOX 8 investigations that questioned Galvan's arrangement to take care of sick inmates at the jail.more>>
Call of the Wild
Call of the Wild
For Audubon Zoo vets, it's never a routine day at the office. These doctors are motivated by their love of wild animals.
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For Audubon Zoo vets, it's never a routine day at the office. These doctors are motivated by their love of wild animals.
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Heart of Louisiana: Lawnmower racing
Heart of Louisiana: Lawnmower racing
It may be hard to find a group of guys who get more excited about lawnmowers than the Cajun Mower Racing Association. But their interest is not a well-manicured lawn.more>>
It may be hard to find a group of guys who get more excited about lawnmowers than the Cajun Mower Racing Association. But their interest is not a well-manicured lawn. What they care about is horsepower, gear ratios, and beating the other lawnmowers to the finish line. FOX 8's Dave McNamara takes us to a grass track in Lake Charles for a wild spin in this edition of "Heart of Louisiana".more>>
Heart of Louisiana: Booth's Grocery
Heart of Louisiana: Booth's Grocery
A family-owned grocery store in Grand Chenier has been a fixture in that community for more than a half century. After rebuilding from Hurricane Rita, the store's owner was blown away by a surge of social media.more>>
A small family-owned grocery store in Grand Chenier has been a fixture in that community for more than a half century. But after rebuilding from Hurricane Rita, the store's owner was "blown away" by an Internet surge of social media. FOX 8's Dave McNamara takes us to the extreme southwest corner of the state to see what all the buzz is about in this edition of Heart of Louisiana.more>>
Green UPS protects equipment and saves cash
Green UPS protects equipment and saves cash
● APC's Back-UPS ES product line protects electronics and conserves electricity.
● Rebit 5 makes Windows backup and recovery unbelievably easy.
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● APC's Back-UPS ES product line protects electronics and conserves electricity.
● Rebit 5 makes Windows backup and recovery unbelievably easy.
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Finding oil in the marsh, 3 years after BP spill
Finding oil in the marsh, 3 years after BP spill
For the most part there are few signs of the oil that once stained hundreds of miles of our shores. But about 10 miles south of Bay Jimmy, the spill has produced more dramatic effects.
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For the most part there are few signs of the oil that once stained hundreds of miles of our shores. But about 10 miles south of Bay Jimmy, Plaquemines leaders believe the spill has produced more dramatic effects.
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Lee Zurik Investigation: S&WB chief set for huge retirement benefits
Lee Zurik Investigation: S&WB chief set for huge retirement benefits
S&WB Executive Director Marcia St. Martin has been a public employee for 42 years, 22 of those at the Sewerage and Water Board. When she steps down at the end of this year, she'll receive a hefty paycheck.more>>
S&WB Executive Director Marcia St. Martin has been a public employee for 42 years, 22 of those at the Sewerage and Water Board. When she steps down at the end of this year, she'll receive a hefty paycheck.more>>
HTC One arrives Friday at AT&T retailers
HTC One arrives Friday at AT&T retailers
● Flagship smart phone features zero-gap, aluminum construction, awesome sound, and uncompromising design.
● Inner Balance app strives to improve wellness through training, education and self-monitoring.
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● Flagship smart phone features zero-gap, aluminum construction, awesome sound, and uncompromising design.
● Inner Balance app strives to improve wellness through training, education and self-monitoring.more>>
Lee Zurik Investigation: Orleans judges held 6 separate life insurance policies
Lee Zurik Investigation: Orleans judges held 6 separate life insurance policies
Orleans Criminal Court judges handed over records Tuesday to FOX 8 News and the Times-Picayune after we jointly filed suit. The judges agreed to give us both records related to life insurance policies they purchased.more>>
Orleans Criminal Court judges handed over records Tuesday to FOX 8 News and the Times-Picayune after we jointly filed suit. The judges agreed to give us both records related to life insurance policies they purchased.more>>
Heart of Louisiana: Hodges Gardens
Heart of Louisiana: Hodges Gardens
It's a combination of rocky, pine covered hills, terraced waterfalls and an abundance of flowers. And it is certainly one of the most beautiful of Louisiana's state parks.more>>
It's a combination of rocky, pine covered hills, terraced waterfalls and an abundance of flowers. And it is certainly one of the most beautiful of Louisiana's state parks. FOX 8's Dave McNamara takes us to Sabine Parish on a tour of Hodges Gardens in this edition of Heart of Louisiana.more>>
FOX 8 Defenders: "Hounded" trial postponed to May
FOX 8 Defenders: "Hounded" trial postponed to May
The trial of a Thibodaux man facing animal cruelty charges and animal noise code violations has been postponed. more>>
The trial of a Thibodaux man facing animal cruelty charges and animal noise code violations has been postponed. more>>
After Further Review: How Smith signing impacts Saints draft
After Further Review: How Smith signing impacts Saints draft
Sean Fazende breaks down Jason Smith signing.more>>
Sean Fazende breaks down Jason Smith signing.more>>
Giant dredge sustained some damage in crash with cruise ship
Giant dredge sustained some damage in crash with cruise ship
The Dredge Wheeler was in the path of the Carnival Triumph after the cruise ship broke free of its moorings during high winds on April 3.
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The Dredge Wheeler was in the path of the Carnival Triumph after the cruise ship broke free of its moorings during high winds on April 3.
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Lee Zurik Investigation: Mineral Board approves more time for AG's "Dirty Deeds" probe
Lee Zurik Investigation: Mineral Board approves more time for AG's "Dirty Deeds" probe
The State Mineral Board voted Wednesday to give the state attorney general's office four more months to investigate questionably obtained oil leases from the 1930's.more>>
The State Mineral Board voted Wednesday to give the state attorney general's office four more months to investigate questionably obtained oil leases from the 1930's.more>>
Futuristic PC combines Windows 8 with Android
Futuristic PC combines Windows 8 with Android
● The ASUS Transformer AiO combines the mobility of a tablet with the versatility of a powerful desktop PC.
● Roku ups its game with a faster player, easier to use navigation, and a remote with a headphone jack.
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● The ASUS Transformer AiO combines the mobility of a tablet with the versatility of a powerful desktop PC.
● Roku ups its game with a faster player, easier to use navigation, and a remote with a headphone jack.
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Something is killing dolphins in the Gulf of Mexico
Something is killing dolphins in the Gulf of Mexico
While oil spill seems suspect, definitive cause eludes experts Scientists continue to be puzzled by the high mortality rates of bottlenose dolphins in the Gulf of Mexico. Through April 7 this year, theymore>>
While oil spill seems suspect, definitive cause eludes experts
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Heart of Louisiana: Filé Man
Heart of Louisiana: Filé Man
It's a spice, handed down from Native Americans, that often ends up in a bowl of gumbo. And if you know what to look for, you can find everything you need growing in the woods of south Louisiana.more>>
It's a spice, handed down from Native Americans, that often ends up in a bowl of gumbo. And if you know what to look for, you can find everything you need growing in the woods of south Louisiana. FOX 8's Dave McNamara introduces you to the "Filé Man" in this edition of Heart of Louisiana.more>>
Chris Rose: "60 Second" interview with Little Freddie King
Chris Rose: "60 Second" interview with Little Freddie King
Chris Rose sits down with music legend Little Freddie King for a "60 second" interview.more>>
Chris Rose sits down with music legend Little Freddie King for a "60 second" interview.more>>
Web Exclusive: Astounding salary growth at STP Coroner's Office
Web Exclusive: Astounding salary growth at STP Coroner's Office
St. Tammany Coroner Peter Galvan's salary, and those of his highest-ranking staff, have risen 619 percent since 2000.more>>
St. Tammany Coroner Peter Galvan's salary, and those of his highest-ranking staff, have risen 619 percent since 2000.more>>
Heart of Louisiana: New Orleans' Botanical Garden
Heart of Louisiana: New Orleans' Botanical Garden
It's one of Louisiana's premier botanical gardens, and after suffering through ups and downs over the past 80 years it may have never looked better.

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It's a combination of Art Deco sculptures, shade trees and flowers. It's one of Louisiana's premier botanical gardens, and after suffering through ups and downs over the past 80 years it may have never looked better. FOX 8's Dave McNamara stays close to home in this edition of Heart of Louisiana.more>>
Lee Zurik Investigation: Lawmakers target N.O. Firefighters Pension Fund for reform
Lee Zurik Investigation: Lawmakers target N.O. Firefighters Pension Fund for reform
It's a fund that FOX 8 examined in our "Playing with Fire" investigative series. That investigation lead to ethics charges being filed against two members of the pension board.more>>
It's a fund that FOX 8 examined in our "Playing with Fire" investigative series. That investigation lead to ethics charges being filed against two members of the pension board.more>>
Affordable Nikons arrive in time for 'Festival Month'
Affordable Nikons arrive in time for 'Festival Month'
● Latest COOLPIX models prove you don't have to 'max your plastic' to own a high-quality, capable camera.
● Samsung's GALAXY smart camera is the ultimate tool for shutterbugs who love to share.
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● Latest COOLPIX models prove you don't have to 'max your plastic' to own a high-quality, capable camera.
● Samsung's GALAXY smart camera is the ultimate tool for shutterbugs who love to share.
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Gigantophones: literally the next big thing in smart phones
Gigantophones: literally the next big thing in smart phones
● Smart phones with screens measuring 5 - 7 inches are taking over, but is a phablet right for you?
● HP's 23-inch Windows 8-powered all-in-one touchscreen PC excels as a compact, versatile entertainment center.
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● Smart phones with screens measuring 5 - 7 inches are taking over, but is a phablet right for you?
● HP's 23-inch Windows 8-powered all-in-one touchscreen PC excels as a compact, versatile entertainment center.
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After Further Review: Saints bolster depth with McCown & Coleman
After Further Review: Saints bolster depth with McCown & Coleman
Sean Fazende breaks down the Saints' latest moves.more>>
Sean Fazende breaks down the Saints' latest moves.more>>
Lee Zurik Investigation: FBI wants Slidell's records in Galvan probe
Lee Zurik Investigation: FBI wants Slidell's records in Galvan probe
Sources in St. Tammany Parish tell FOX 8 News the City of Slidell has received a subpoena from the FBI, asking for documents related to a contract with Dr. Peter Galvan.more>>
Sources in St. Tammany Parish tell FOX 8 News the City of Slidell has received a subpoena from the FBI, asking for documents related to a contract with Dr. Peter Galvan.more>>
Heart of Louisiana: Tom's Fiddle and Bow
Heart of Louisiana: Tom's Fiddle and Bow
Here's the story of a ship-builder turned violin-maker who moved from New England to a small Cajun village. He now hosts a monthly gathering of musicians whose tastes run from Cajun to bluegrass.more>>
Here's the story of a ship-builder turned violin-maker who moved from New England to a small Cajun village. He now hosts a monthly gathering of musicians whose tastes run from Cajun to bluegrass. FOX 8's Dave McNamara takes us to a fiddle shop in the St. Landry Parish town of Arnaudville in this edition of Heart of Louisiana.more>>
Lee Zurik Investigation: Retirement plan gives Galvan plenty to smile about
Lee Zurik Investigation: Retirement plan gives Galvan plenty to smile about
St. Tammany Parish's coroner has decided to pay himself more than any other elected official in the state, and with that will come a hefty reward -- a lucrative retirement package -- when he steps aside as coroner.more>>
St. Tammany Parish's coroner has decided to pay himself more than any other elected official in the state, and with that will come a hefty reward -- a lucrative retirement package -- when he steps aside as coroner.more>>
'As seen on TV' now includes latest tech products
'As seen on TV' now includes latest tech products
● All-new BlackBerry Z10 smart phone hits AT&T stores. Should you care?
● HP ENVY x2 two-in-one tablet-notebook provides MacBook Air quality with greater versatility.
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● All-new BlackBerry Z10 smart phone hits AT&T stores. Should you care?
● HP ENVY x2 two-in-one tablet-notebook provides MacBook Air quality with greater versatility.
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Heart of Louisiana: Battle of Port Hudson
Heart of Louisiana: Battle of Port Hudson
150 years ago, the longest military siege on America soil took place in Louisiana.more>>
150 years ago, the longest military siege on America soil took place in Louisiana. In the Battle of Port Hudson, Confederate troops, outnumbered four to one, held off repeated attacks by the Union army in a siege that lasted 48 days. FOX 8's Dave McNamara has the story of one of the bloodiest battles in the Civil War in this edition of "Heart of Louisiana".more>>
Lee Zurik Investigation: Parish leaders cry foul over coroner cash-outs
Lee Zurik Investigation: Parish leaders cry foul over coroner cash-outs
We dig deeper into the records we uncovered that show the parish coroner and some of his high-ranking employees may have illegally paid themselves hundreds of thousands of dollars.more>>
The St. Tammany Parish Council Chairman calls it bad government. A CPA says it may be fraudulent. We dig deeper into the records we uncovered that show the parish coroner and some of his high-ranking employees may have illegally paid themselves hundreds of thousands of dollars.more>>
Web Exclusive: St. Tammany Coroner's Office cash-outs not limited to Galvan
Web Exclusive: St. Tammany Coroner's Office cash-outs not limited to Galvan
Lee Zurik reports that only a handful of St. Tammany Coroner's employees were able to cash out unused sick and vacation time.more>>
Lee Zurik reports that only a handful of St. Tammany Coroner's employees were able to cash out unused sick and vacation time.more>>
Lee Zurik Investigation: Citizens group begins Galvan recall effort
Lee Zurik Investigation: Citizens group begins Galvan recall effort
To hold a recall election for a parish-wide official in St. Tammany Parish, signatures would need to be collected from 53,000 registered voters.more>>
To hold a recall election for a parish-wide official in St. Tammany Parish, signatures would need to be collected from 53,000 registered voters.more>>
Lee Zurik Investigation: How many cars does a coroner need?
Lee Zurik Investigation: How many cars does a coroner need?
We became curious after we sent a simple request to the St. Tammany Parish Coroner asking for a list of all employee take home vehicles, and who the coroner assigned them to.more>>
We became curious after we sent a simple request to the St. Tammany Parish Coroner asking for a list of all employee take home vehicles, and who the coroner assigned them to.more>>
Lee Zurik Investigation: Galvan's salary, wet bar face scrutiny
Lee Zurik Investigation: Galvan’s salary, wet bar face scrutiny
Drawings of the St. Tammany Parish Coroner's new complex in Lacombe show the good doctor has a wet bar attached to his office -- and taxpayers paid for it.more>>
Drawings of the St. Tammany Parish Coroner's new complex in Lacombe show the good doctor has a wet bar attached to his office -- and taxpayers paid for it.more>>
Lee Zurik Investigation: St. Tammany coroner gives himself 39 percent raise
Lee Zurik Investigation: St. Tammany coroner gives himself 39 percent raise
A parish coroner on the North Shore makes more money than most state and federal officials. And it looks like the state legislature helped make that salary a reality.more>>
A parish coroner on the North Shore makes more money than most state and federal officials. And it looks like the state legislature helped make that salary a reality. Lee Zurik reports in his "Body of Evidence" investigation.more>>
Lee Zurik Investigation: Coroner financial chief's numbers don't add up
Lee Zurik Investigation: Coroner financial chief's numbers don't add up
We've discovered new information that shows the St. Tammany Parish Coroner is not the only employee at his office essentially getting paid twice to go on vacation. more>>
We've discovered new information that shows the St. Tammany Parish Coroner is not the only employee at his office essentially getting paid twice to go on vacation. We examine the case of Kim Kelly, the coroner's chief financial officer and also a certified public accountant, in this update on our "Body of Evidence" investigation.more>>
Lee Zurik Investigation: Policy manual shows Galvan may have broken law
Lee Zurik Investigation: Policy manual shows Galvan may have broken law
The St. Tammany Parish Coroner's Office told the parish president there is no formal, written policy for sick and vacation time there. But we located the office's latest policy ourselves.more>>
The St. Tammany Parish Coroner's Office told the parish president there is no formal, written policy for sick and vacation time there. But we located the office's latest policy ourselves, and it could spell trouble for Dr. Peter Galvan.more>>
Lee Zurik Investigation: Galvan snubs legislative auditor's records request
Lee Zurik Investigation: Galvan snubs legislative auditor's records request
St. Tammany's parish president adds her voice to those demanding Parish Coroner Peter Galvan's timesheets. So far, the good doctor is not budging.
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St. Tammany's parish president adds her voice to those demanding Parish Coroner Peter Galvan's timesheets. So far, the good doctor is not budging. more>>
Lee Zurik Investigation: Facebook, wine country and Dr. Peter Galvan
Lee Zurik Investigation: Facebook, wine country and Dr. Peter Galvan
Dr. Peter Galvan claims he took no vacation in 2011 or 2012 -- he cashed out his unused vacation and sick time for $67,000. But a quick tour of his wife's Facebook page shows a different story.more>>
According to the St. Tammany Parish Coroner's paychecks, Dr. Peter Galvan had no weekday fun outside of Louisiana in 2011 and 2012. That's because the records show he took no vacation those two years. Instead he cashed out his unused vacation and sick time and paid himself $67,000. But a quick tour of the Facebook page belonging to Galvan's wife shows a different story.more>>
Lee Zurik Investigation: Coroner's cashed-out vacation days don't make sense
Lee Zurik Investigation: Coroner's cashed-out vacation days don't make sense
We went directly the St. Tammany Parish Coroner's Office Friday to obtain public records that could show us if Dr. Peter Galvan may have illegally paid himself taxpayer money.more>>
We went directly to the St. Tammany Parish Coroner's Office Friday to obtain public records that could show us if Dr. Peter Galvan may have illegally paid himself taxpayer money. They provided the records, but a quick look at the paperwork in the parking lot sent us right back inside.more>>
Lee Zurik Investigation: Did St. Tammany voters give Dr. Galvan too much?
Lee Zurik Investigation: Did St. Tammany voters give Dr. Galvan too much?
Parish coroner Peter Galvan campaigned hard for voter approval of a 4-mill tax measure in order to build a state-of-the-art DNA lab. He got that approval, and the lab, and millions of dollars more.more>>
Parish coroner Peter Galvan campaigned hard for voter approval of a 4-mill tax measure in order to build a state-of-the-art DNA lab. He got that approval, and the lab, and millions of dollars more.more>>
Lee Zurik Investigation: Citizens group says coroner must go
Lee Zurik Investigation: Citizens group says coroner must go
But some St. Tammany Parish leaders say it's too early to talk about pushing Dr. Peter Galvan out of office.more>>
Following the findings of our "Body of Evidence" probe, the group Concerned Citizens of St. Tammany says Dr. Peter Galvan must resign. But some parish leaders say it's too early to talk about pushing Galvan out of office.more>>
Lee Zurik Investigation: Coroner's financial statements an eye-opener
Lee Zurik Investigation: Coroner's financial statements an eye-opener
Dr. Peter Galvan has to file a financial disclosure form with the state every year. What this tells us is that he makes even more public dollars than we first reported in our "Body of Evidence" investigation.more>>
St. Tammany's coroner, Dr. Peter Galvan, has to file a financial disclosure form with the state every year. What this tells us is that he makes even more public dollars than we first reported in our "Body of Evidence" investigation..more>>
Lee Zurik Investigation: Snack cakes, Chianti and your taxes
Lee Zurik Investigation: Snack cakes, Chianti and your taxes
In this installment of Lee Zurik's "Body of Evidence" investigation, we examine some of the receipts from public credit card spending by the St. Tammany Coroner and his CFO.more>>
In this installment of Lee Zurik's "Body of Evidence" investigation, we examine some of the receipts from public credit card spending by the St. Tammany Coroner and his CFO. more>>
FOX 8 Defenders: "Hounded" trial begins in Lafourche
FOX 8 Defenders: "Hounded" trial begins in Lafourche
After three and a half hours of testimony in the case against Chris Michot, the court continued the trial to April 16.more>>
The trial of a Lafourche Parish man accused of animal cruelty and animal noise code violations started Thursday afternoon. But after three and a half hours of testimony in the case against Chris Michot, the court continued the trial to April 16.more>>
Will desktops disappear in a tablet-centric world?
Will desktops disappear in a tablet-centric world?
● Are desktop computers destined to fade away like console stereos, 8-track tape players, or the VCR?
● Tax prep software 2013 provides few surprises.
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● Are desktop computers destined to fade away like console stereos, 8-track tape players, or the VCR?
● Tax prep software 2013 provides few surprises.
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Heart of Louisiana: Margaret of New Orleans
Heart of Louisiana: Margaret of New Orleans
In a city of more than 250 statues and monuments, you may not always know the story of why each was built. But there is one statue that deserves special attention. more>>
In a city of more than 250 statues and monuments, you may not always know the story of why each was built. But there is one statue that deserves special attention. And if you don't already know the story, FOX 8's Dave McNamara introduces you to "Margaret of New Orleans", in this edition of Heart of Louisiana.more>>
St. Tammany Council: Galvan must resign as coroner
St. Tammany Council: Galvan must resign as coroner
The council also has voted, unanimously, to ask Galvan to pay back about $175,000. That's money that Galvan allegedly paid himself in unused vacation and sick time.

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The St. Tammany Parish Council has voted 13-1, asking Coroner Peter Galvan to resign. The council also voted unanimously to ask Galvan to pay back about $175,000. That's money that Galvan allegedly paid himself in unused vacation and sick time.

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Malwarebytes Pro provides symbiotic security
Malwarebytes Pro provides symbiotic security
● Malwarebytes' Pro version is designed to co-exist peacefully with offerings from Symantec, Kaspersky, McAfee, and others.
● The decision to go with Office 365 or Office 2013 is a classic case of rent vs. own.
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● Malwarebytes' Pro version is designed to co-exist peacefully with offerings from Symantec, Kaspersky, McAfee, and others.
● The decision to go with Office 365 or Office 2013 is a classic case of rent vs. own.
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LogicInMind crams slide viewer and remote into one app
LogicInMind crams slide viewer and remote into one app
● Slideshow Remote turns your iPad or iPhone into a wireless PowerPoint slide-clicker on steroids!
● Toolwiz Time Freeze lets a malware-stricken PC go back in time to when it was running great.more>>
● Slideshow Remote turns your iPad or iPhone into a wireless PowerPoint slide-clicker on steroids!
● Toolwiz Time Freeze lets a malware-stricken PC go back in time to when it was running great.more>>
Heart of Louisiana: "Seeking the Unknown"
Heart of Louisiana: "Seeking the Unknown"
When French explorers first came to Louisiana, they found unique plants and animals that they had never seen before. Those discoveries were collected, written about and sent back to Paris.more>>
When French explorers first came to Louisiana, they found unique plants and animals that they had never seen before. Those discoveries were collected, written about and sent back to Paris to show off the natural riches of Louisiana. Some of those specimens, dating back as much as 300 years, have returned temporarily to the French Quarter. FOX 8's Dave McNamara digs deep into our state's history in this edition of Heart of Louisiana.more>>
Nancy Parker celebrates with Fats Domino for his 85th birthday
Nancy Parker celebrates with Fats Domino for his 85th birthday
Nancy Parker joins New Orleans music legend Fats Domino and his family to celebrate his 85^th birthday.
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Nancy Parker joins New Orleans music legend Fats Domino and his family to celebrate his 85^th birthday.
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Heart of Louisiana: Teddy's Juke Joint
Heart of Louisiana: Teddy's Juke Joint
He was spinning records before disco and he's still going strong at his blues club in Zachary. With a mix of records and live blues music, Teddy's Juke Joint still packs the house. more>>
He was spinning records before disco and he's still going strong at his blues club in Zachary. With a mix of records and live blues music, Teddy's Juke Joint still packs the house. In this edition of Heart of Louisiana, FOX 8's Dave McNamara travels to East Baton Rouge Parish for a very special night at Teddy's, with a birthday bash for a Louisiana blues legend.

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Real or Man-made? The Mississippi's "gift" to Louisiana creates controversy
Real or Man-made? The Mississippi's "gift" to Louisiana creates controversy
Some may view Mardi Gras Pass as a possible model for coastal restoration. But not everyone is happy about it.
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Some may view Mardi Gras Pass as a possible model for coastal restoration, reconnecting the river with the marsh and pushing back the saltwater that's eating at Louisiana's coast. However, not everyone buys into the notion that nature, left to her own devices, has suddenly produced this phenomenon.more>>
Chris Rose: "60 Second" interview with Thomas Morstead
Chris Rose: "60 Second" interview with Thomas Morstead
Chris Rose sits down with Saints punter Thomas Morstead for a "60 second" interview.more>>
Chris Rose sits down with Saints punter Thomas Morstead for a "60 second" interview.more>>
Lee Zurik Investigation: AG's office delays "Dirty Deeds" probe
Lee Zurik Investigation: AG's office delays "Dirty Deeds" probe
Two independent researchers have grave concerns about the attorney general's investigation into questionably obtained oil and gas leases.more>>
A local researcher has concerns about the attorney general's investigation into questionably obtained oil and gas leases. more>>
Heart of Louisiana: Alzina's
Heart of Louisiana: Alzina's
There are a lot of Cajun cooks and Cajun restaurants around Louisiana. But if you've never had a meal in the south Lafourche town of Galliano, then you haven't tasted what may be the best Cajun cooking anywhere.more>>
There are a lot of Cajun cooks and Cajun restaurants around Louisiana. But if you've never had a meal in the south Lafourche town of Galliano, then you haven't tasted what may be the best Cajun cooking anywhere. Chef Alzina Toups has written cookbooks and given cooking tips on cable TV. But getting a place at her dinner table is a special treat. FOX 8's Dave McNamara explains in this edition of Heart of Louisiana.more>>
Lee Zurik Investigation: Council wants to question coroner, but will he show up?
Lee Zurik Investigation: Council wants to question coroner, but will he show up?
The St. Tammany Parish Council wants the coroner, Dr. Peter Galvan, to answer questions at the next council meeting. According to the council, they are ready to cut funding to Galvan's office.more>>
The St. Tammany Parish Council wants the coroner, Dr. Peter Galvan, to answer questions at the next council meeting. According to the council, they are ready to cut funding to Galvan's office. It's the latest development in our "Body of Evidence" investigation.more>>
Kill Zone: Cleaning up oil junk, killing tens of thousands of fish
Kill Zone: Cleaning up oil junk, killing tens of thousands of fish
The program, known as "Idle Iron," requires oil and gas companies to remove facilities within five years after they become no longer useful.
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The program, known as "Idle Iron," requires oil and gas companies to remove facilities within five years after they become no longer useful. In about half the cases last year, contractors used explosives in dismantling platforms.more>>
Kayla's Courage
Kayla's Courage
A young lady who has already overcome the obstacle of being born without arms wraps her determination another milestone.
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A young lady who has already overcome the obstacle of being born without arms wraps her determination another milestone.
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City battles with wealthy banker's heirs over control of riches
City battles with wealthy banker's heirs over control of riches
Almost a century ago, wealthy banker Edward Wisner willed 50,000 acres of property to the city in the form of a charity trust, having no way of realizing the gold mine he was bequeathing. more>>
Almost a century ago, wealthy banker Edward Wisner willed 50,000 acres of property to the city in the form of a charity trust, having no way of realizing the gold mine he was bequeathing.

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Devices target high-tech toddlers
Devices target high-tech toddlers
Everyone knows kids love touch screens, so why not treat your infant to an iPad-friendly toilet training seat or a tablet PC designed for a 12-month old?more>>
Everyone knows kids love touch screens, so why not treat your infant to an iPad-friendly toilet training seat or a tablet PC designed for a 12-month old?
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Heart of Louisiana: Barn dance
Heart of Louisiana: Barn dance
If you have a big old barn and it's not being used for much else, you might wonder whether it can be repurposed. If that barn is in the middle of the southwest Cajun prairie, it makes a perfect dance hall.more>>
If you have a big old barn and it's not being used for much else, you might wonder whether it can be repurposed. If that barn is in the middle of the southwest Louisiana Cajun prairie, it makes a perfect dance hall. Fox 8's Dave McNamara takes us to that old in rural Evangeline Parish in this edition of Heart of Louisiana.

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FOX 8 Defenders: Contractor left unfinished work, didn't have proper license
FOX 8 Defenders: Contractor left unfinished work, didn't have proper license
A New Orleans homeowner says her contractor has delayed her potential disaster recovery fund reimbursements, and after investigating, the FOX 8 Defenders found he shouldn't have even worked on the renovation project.more>>
A New Orleans homeowner says her contractor has delayed her potential disaster recovery fund reimbursements, and after investigating, the FOX 8 Defenders found he shouldn't have even worked on the renovation project.more>>
After Further Review: Saints respecting Vilma, Smith by restructure offer
After Further Review: Saints respecting Vilma, Smith by restructure offer
We all knew it was coming. Something inevitably had to change. The question was how would the Saints pursue the futures of Jonathan Vilma and Will Smith. It appears we finally got our answer.
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Sean Fazende breaks down the Saints restructure offer to Jonathan Vilma and Will Smith.more>>
Heart of Louisiana: The Laptop Orchestra
Heart of Louisiana: The Laptop Orchestra
It's not your typical orchestral music. In fact, it may not sound like anything you've ever heard before, although most of us already have one of their instruments in our home or office.more>>
It's not your typical orchestral music. In fact, it may not sound like anything you've ever heard before, although most of us already have one of their instruments in our home or office.
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Lee Zurik Investigation: Public cash for pricey drinks? You’ve been swiped again
Lee Zurik Investigation: Public cash for pricey drinks? You’ve been swiped again
Former JEDCO executive director Lucien Gunter insists he never bought alcohol with public funds, something that state law clearly disallows. But the receipts seem to prove otherwise.more>>
Former JEDCO executive director Lucien Gunter insists he never bought alcohol with public funds, something that state law clearly disallows. But our "Swiped Again" investigation uncovered receipts that seem to prove otherwise.

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Pelicans missing from two tiny islands in Barataria Bay
Pelicans missing from two tiny islands in Barataria Bay
A recent survey shows the islands in Cat Bay survived the winter, but they are mostly devoid of life.
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A recent survey shows the islands in Cat Bay survived the winter, but they are mostly devoid of life.
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Apple's EasyPay makes last-minute V-Day shopping super-quick.
Apple's EasyPay makes last-minute V-Day shopping super-quick.
Valentine's Day is less than 24 hours away. With all the distractions (Super Bowl XLVII and Mardi Gras), did buying your special lady a gift slip your mind? Fear not. Apple is standing-by to save your hide.
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Valentine's Day is less than 24 hours away. With all the distractions (Super Bowl XLVII and Mardi Gras), did buying your special lady a gift slip your mind? Fear not. Apple is standing-by to save your hide.
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Pipe delivers a beach, long distance, to south La.
Pipe delivers a beach, long distance, to south La.
On Scofield Island, west of the Mississippi River's mouth, the newest part of Louisiana pours out of a pipe.
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On Scofield Island, west of the Mississippi River's mouth, the newest part of Louisiana pours out of a pipe.
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Gentlemen, start your engines. Pilota Ferrari!
Gentlemen, start your engines. Pilota Ferrari!
- Can't afford a Ferrari? The Vibration GT cockpit 458 Italia edition wheel-and-pedal set for Xbox 360 is the next best thing.
- Razer Blade is a super-cool, thin, light, crazy-fast 17-inch gaming laptop.more>>
- Can't afford a Ferrari? The Vibration GT cockpit 458 Italia edition wheel-and-pedal set for Xbox 360 is the next best thing.
- Razer Blade is a super-cool, thin, light, crazy-fast 17-inch gaming laptop.
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FOX 8 Defenders: Local Festiva dispute settled
FOX 8 Defenders: Local Festiva dispute settled
The FOX 8 Defenders started investigating the national resort rental company for alleged fraud a year and a half ago.
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The FOX 8 Defenders started investigating the national resort rental company for alleged fraud a year and a half ago.more>>
Bob's Battle: FOX 8 chief meteorologist fighting prostate cancer
Bob's Battle: FOX 8 chief meteorologist fighting prostate cancer
"I don't want to burden anybody with the issue. What I would like to do is say, 'Be not afraid. I go before you, come follow.'"more>>
"I don't want to burden anybody with the issue. What I would like to do is say, 'Be not afraid. I go before you, come follow.'"more>>

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Jim Henderson: Heart
Jim Henderson: Heart
Both the Bucs and certainly the Cowboys had far more to play for than the Saints. But the Saints had something even more powerful to play for -- each other.more>>
Both the Bucs and certainly the Cowboys had far more to play for than the Saints. But the Saints had something even more powerful to play for -- each other.more>>
Jim Henderson's Black & Gold Breakdown: Saints vs. Cowboys
Jim Henderson's Black & Gold Breakdown: Saints vs. Cowboys
The Saints must not only win out against the Cowboys and Panthers, they need eight other results over the last two weeks elsewhere to go their way. Their odds of that are longer than Santa's gift list.more>>
The Saints must not only win out against the Cowboys and Panthers, they need eight other results over the last two weeks elsewhere to go their way. Their odds of that are longer than Santa's gift list.more>>
Jim Henderson: Tampa Bay shutout
Jim Henderson: Tampa Bay shutout
The late-season role of the Saints as a spoiler and not a contender is one they've been unfamiliar with in the Sean Payton era, but one his absence has helped contribute to in the current Sean Payton-less era.more>>
The late-season role of the Saints as a spoiler and not a contender is one they've been unfamiliar with in the Sean Payton era, but one his absence has helped contribute to in the current Sean Payton-less era.more>>
Jim Henderson's Black & Gold Breakdown: Saints vs. Bucs
Jim Henderson's Black & Gold Breakdown: Saints vs. Bucs
For one team on Sunday a victory will put a band-aid on a late-season losing streak. For the loser, the bleeding continues.more>>
For one team on Sunday a victory will put a band-aid on a late-season losing streak. For the loser, the bleeding continues.more>>
Jim Henderson's Black & Gold Breakdown: Saints vs. Falcons II
Jim Henderson's Black & Gold Breakdown: Saints vs. Falcons II
As they face each other for the second time in four games, the immediate goals of these old foes are vastly different.more>>
As they face each other for the second time in four games, the immediate goals of these old foes are vastly different.more>>
Jim Henderson: Here's to their health
Jim Henderson: Here's to their health
On a shorter week the Saints face the Atlanta Falcons while the odds get longer to land a wild card playoff berth. In a 5 and 6 season the Saints have the distinction of handing the Falcons their onlymore>>
The Saints are licking their wounds and counting their losses. The two often go hand-in-hand. more>>
Jim Henderson's Black & Gold Breakdown: Saints vs. 49ers
Jim Henderson's Black & Gold Breakdown: Saints vs. 49ers
Last week we were worried the Saints could suffer a letdown and overlook an Oakland Raider team that had played atrociously the week before. That's the least of the Saints' worries this week. more>>
Last week we were worried the Saints could suffer a letdown and overlook an Oakland Raider team that had played atrociously the week before. That's the least of the Saints' worries this week. more>>
Jim Henderson: Raiders of the Lost Art
Jim Henderson: Raiders of the Lost Art
The Oakland Raiders couldn't even manage to say "boo" to the Saints before Oakland's fans were saying "boo" to them during a second-half exodus from O.co Mausoleum... err, Coliseum.more>>
The Oakland Raiders couldn't even manage to say "boo" to the Saints before Oakland's fans were saying "boo" to them during a second-half exodus from O.co Mausoleum... err, Coliseum.more>>
Jim Henderson: 'Vitt-orious'
Jim Henderson: 'Vitt-orious'
It seems that each year, when the Saints revert to standard time, they do anything but "fall back." They spring forward.more>>
It seems that each year, when the Saints revert to standard time, they do anything but "fall back." They spring forward.more>>
Jim Henderson's Black & Gold Breakdown: Saints vs. Falcons
Jim Henderson's Black & Gold Breakdown: Saints vs. Falcons
The Atlanta Falcons are the least-respected 8 and 0 team in the NFL. They are also the only 8 and 0 team in the NFL.more>>
The Atlanta Falcons are the least-respected 8 and 0 team in the NFL. They are also the only 8 and 0 team in the NFL.more>>

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Training computer provides analysis and encouragement
Training computer provides analysis and encouragement
● Polar's RCX3 eliminates the guesswork involved in knowing how hard to train.
● Q10 is good news for BlackBerry fans who would rather walk over hot coals than use a touch screen keyboard.
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● Polar's RCX3 eliminates the guesswork involved in knowing how hard to train.
● Q10 is good news for BlackBerry fans who would rather walk over hot coals than use a touch screen keyboard.
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Patented electric grill has juicy secret
Patented electric grill has juicy secret
● Cooking with an open flame on the deck or porch of an apartment or condo is unwise. The Char-Broil Patio Bistro is a safer alternative.
● Pocket-size 4G/3G router adds versatility to air cards
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● Cooking with an open flame on the deck or porch of an apartment or condo is unwise. The Char-Broil Patio Bistro is a safer alternative.
● Pocket-size 4G/3G router adds versatility to air cards
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Conventioneers rush to buy bargain-priced Surface tablets
Conventioneers rush to buy bargain-priced Surface tablets
Wanna sell a bunch of Surface tablets? Blow 'em out for pennies on the dollar to a hoard of Windows IT professionals.
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Wanna sell a bunch of Surface tablets? Blow 'em out for pennies on the dollar to a hoard of Windows IT professionals.more>>
Hi-tech hurricane preparedness starts with a scanner
Hi-tech hurricane preparedness starts with a scanner
If you're a resident of the Gulf South, scanning birth certificates, insurance papers, irreplaceable photographs, and ID cards is just plain smart, particularly if you store them using cloud-based storage.
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If you're a resident of the Gulf South, scanning birth certificates, insurance papers, irreplaceable photographs, and ID cards is just plain smart, particularly if you store them using cloud-based storage.
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Touchpad helps you get the most from Windows 8
Touchpad helps you get the most from Windows 8
● If you want the full Windows 8 experience on your non-touch, legacy PC, the answer is Logitech's new wireless touchpad.
● High-end point-and-shoot cameras thrive as low-end market erodes.
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● If you want the full Windows 8 experience on your non-touch, legacy PC, the answer is Logitech's new wireless touchpad.
● High-end point-and-shoot cameras thrive as low-end market erodes.

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Amazing camera for the cowabunga crowd
Amazing camera for the cowabunga crowd
● If your hubby skis, cycles, skydives, snorkels, or races anything, the GoPro HERO3 is a sure-fire, knock-his-socks-off Father's Day gift!
● Is the SAMSUNG Galaxy S4 a worthy successor to the S III? Yes!
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● If your hubby skis, cycles, skydives, snorkels, or races anything, the GoPro HERO3 is a sure-fire, knock-his-socks-off Father's Day gift!
● Is the SAMSUNG Galaxy S4 a worthy successor to the S III? Yes!
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Defend your castle with a Digital PeepHole
Defend your castle with a Digital PeepHole
œ Peepholes have been around for centuries, but now there's a better way to monitor your front door.
œ Apricorn's Aegis Secure Key USB flash drive uses secure PIN authentication via an embedded keypad to keep data safe.
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œ Peepholes have been around for centuries, but now there's a better way to monitor your front door.
œ Apricorn's Aegis Secure Key USB flash drive uses secure PIN authentication via an embedded keypad to keep data safe.
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Apple items top Mother's Day techie gift list
Apple items top Mother's Day techie gift list
The iPhone recently became the #1 selling smart phone in the world. One reason for the iPhone's dominance is women, particularly older women, which means the iPhone and other Apple products are perfect Mother's Day gifts.
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The iPhone recently became the #1 selling smart phone in the world. One reason for the iPhone's dominance is women, particularly older women, which means the iPhone and other Apple products are perfect Mother's Day gifts.
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Green UPS protects equipment and saves cash
Green UPS protects equipment and saves cash
● APC's Back-UPS ES product line protects electronics and conserves electricity.
● Rebit 5 makes Windows backup and recovery unbelievably easy.
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● APC's Back-UPS ES product line protects electronics and conserves electricity.
● Rebit 5 makes Windows backup and recovery unbelievably easy.
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HTC One arrives Friday at AT&T retailers
HTC One arrives Friday at AT&T retailers
● Flagship smart phone features zero-gap, aluminum construction, awesome sound, and uncompromising design.
● Inner Balance app strives to improve wellness through training, education and self-monitoring.
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● Flagship smart phone features zero-gap, aluminum construction, awesome sound, and uncompromising design.
● Inner Balance app strives to improve wellness through training, education and self-monitoring.more>>

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Lee Zurik Investigation: Jim Bridger to pay, yet again
Lee Zurik Investigation: Jim Bridger to pay, yet again
Almost three years after FOX 8 News raised questions about his spending, the former general manager of the Public Belt Railroad has admitted guilt to the State Ethics Board and agreed to pay a fine.more>>
Almost three years after FOX 8 News raised questions about his spending, the former general manager of the Public Belt Railroad has admitted guilt to the State Ethics Board and agreed to pay a fine.more>>
Lee Zurik Investigation: Jefferson Parish asks AG, “Is this legal?”
Lee Zurik Investigation: Jefferson Parish asks AG, “Is this legal?”
Jefferson Parish President John Young has asked the state attorney general whether it's legal for the parish to pay retirement contributions for some employees.more>>
Jefferson Parish President John Young has asked the state attorney general whether it's legal for the parish to pay retirement contributions for some employees. This follows a FOX 8 investigation from May that questioned whether the parish could do it. more>>
Lee Zurik Investigation: Galvan's finances in hands of Parish Council - now what?
Lee Zurik Investigation: Galvan's finances in hands of Parish Council - now what?
Governor Bobby Jindal has signed a bill into law, handing over control of the St. Tammany Parish coroner's finances to the Parish Council. But reining in those finances will not be a simple task.more>>
Governor Bobby Jindal has signed a bill into law, handing over control of the St. Tammany Parish coroner's finances to the Parish Council. It allows the council to set salaries and approve spending in the office. But reining in those finances will not be a simple task.more>>
Lee Zurik Investigation: St. Tammany coroner's CFO resigns
Lee Zurik Investigation: St. Tammany coroner's CFO resigns
Kim Kelly made a six-figure salary with Dr. Peter Galvan's office. Our investigation showed she had many questionable charges on her public credit card, including spending public money on groceries.more>>
Kim Kelly made a six-figure salary with Dr. Peter Galvan's office. Our investigation showed she had many questionable charges on her public credit card, including spending public money on groceries.more>>
Lee Zurik Investigation: Full Senate to consider Galvan bill
Lee Zurik Investigation: Full Senate to consider Galvan bill
Lawmakers move one step closer to stripping financial control of the Coroner's Office from Dr. Peter Galvan and the St. Tammany Parish coroner and many of his higher-paid staff could be close to getting their paychecks cut.more>>
Lawmakers move one step closer to stripping financial control of the Coroner's Office from Dr. Peter Galvan, and the St. Tammany Parish coroner and many of his higher-paid staff could be close to getting their paychecks cut.more>>
Lee Zurik Investigation: House passes bill to curb Galvan's powers
Lee Zurik Investigation: House passes bill to curb Galvan's powers
Louisiana's House of Representatives has approved a bill that would give the St. Tammany Parish Council control over salaries and spending in the parish Coroner's Office.more>>
Louisiana's House of Representatives has approved a bill that would give the St. Tammany Parish Council control over salaries and spending in the parish Coroner's Office.more>>
Lee Zurik Investigation: Galvan’s lawsuit just “a lot of fluff"?
Lee Zurik Investigation: Galvan’s lawsuit just “a lot of fluff"?
The St. Tammany Parish coroner has sued the state of Louisiana, claiming a bill the governor just signed is unconstitutional. more>>
The St. Tammany Parish coroner has sued the state of Louisiana, claiming a bill the governor just signed is unconstitutional. The lawmaker who authored the bill calls it a sign that Dr. Peter Galvan wants to insure he keeps his money.more>>
Lee Zurik Investigation: Playing With Fire - Bud's money
Lee Zurik Investigation: Playing With Fire - Bud's money
A loophole in the law allows the president of a local public board to put tens of thousands of dollars into his pocket every year. He's essentially profiting from his volunteer public position indirectly.more>>
A loophole in the law allows the president of a local public board to put tens of thousands of dollars into his pocket every year. He's essentially profiting from his volunteer public position indirectly.more>>
Lee Zurik Investigation: Washington bonuses cost taxpayers billions
Lee Zurik Investigation: Washington bonuses cost taxpayers billions
Two Louisiana congressman find common ground across the aisle when it comes to the hugely-expensive bonuses and incentives, handed out in recent years by federal agencies.more>>
Two Louisiana congressman find common ground across the aisle when it comes to the hugely-expensive bonuses and incentives, handed out in recent years by federal agencies including FEMA and the Veterans Health Administration. The White House has demanded cuts amid the nation's fiscal crises, but some agencies are bucking the trend. We'll examine the sky-high bonuses in our special investigation, "Out of Bounds."more>>
Lee Zurik Investigation: The retirement plan so good, it may be illegal
Lee Zurik Investigation: The retirement plan so good, it may be illegal
It's a perk that only benefits less than 20 percent of Jefferson Parish employees, but costs the parish millions every year. And our questions to a statewide official had her telling us that the benefit is illegal.more>>
It's a little known perk that only benefits less than 20 percent of Jefferson Parish employees, but costs the parish millions every year. And our questions to a statewide official had her telling us that the benefit is illegal.more>>

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Heart of Louisiana: Melrose
Heart of Louisiana: Melrose
The paintings of Louisiana folk artist Clementine Hunter tell the story of plantation life along the Cane River a century ago. more>>
The paintings of Louisiana folk artist Clementine Hunter tell the story of plantation life along the Cane River a century ago. The Melrose Plantation in Natchitoches Parish is also an important part of the Creole culture of the state. FOX 8's Dave McNamara takes us there in this edition of Heart of Louisiana.more>>
Heart of Louisiana: Lasyone's meat pies
Heart of Louisiana: Lasyone's meat pies
In New Orleans, we're famous for our Creole cooking and beignets. In Cajun country, it's gumbo and boudin. But what about Louisiana's oldest city, Natchitoches? It's famous around the country for its meat pies.more>>
In New Orleans, we're famous for our Creole cooking and beignets. In Cajun country, it's gumbo and boudin. But what about Louisiana's oldest city, Natchitoches? It's famous around the country for its meat pies. FOX 8's Dave McNamara takes us to the kitchen where they've been frying meat pies for nearly half a century in this edition of Heart of Louisiana.more>>
Heart of Louisiana: American Rose Center
Heart of Louisiana: American Rose Center
If you like roses, Louisiana has one of the best places in America to see thousands of roses. It's the American Rose Center near Shreveport.more>>
If you like roses, Louisiana has one of the best places in America to see thousands of roses. It's the American Rose Center near Shreveport. FOX 8's Dave McNamara shows us a rose garden in full bloom in this edition of Heart of Louisiana.more>>
Heart of Louisiana: The Beauty of Bayou Teche
Heart of Louisiana: The Beauty of Bayou Teche
If you spend any time in South Louisiana, you've been near a bayou. But you get an entirely different experience if you can paddle a bayou in a canoe or kayak. more>>
If you spend any time in South Louisiana, you've been near a bayou. But you get an entirely different experience if you can paddle a bayou in a canoe or kayak.more>>
Heart of Louisiana: Buggy racing
Heart of Louisiana: Buggy racing
There is a tradition in south Louisiana of Creole cowboys, skilled horsemen who for more than a century were driving cattle from Louisiana across the state of Texas.more>>
There is a tradition in south Louisiana of Creole cowboys, skilled horsemen who for more than a century were driving cattle from Louisiana across the state of Texas. Those cattle drives are mostly gone now, but you can still find some of the cowboys racing horses and buggies around a dirt track near the tiny town of Oberlin. FOX 8's Dave McNamara is about to put you in the driver's seat in this edition of Heart of Louisiana.more>>
Heart of Louisiana: The Creole Nature Trail
Heart of Louisiana: The Creole Nature Trail
It's a collection of marshes and wetlands loaded with alligators, a large variety of colorful birds, and a sandy beach that dips into the Gulf of Mexico.more>>
It's a collection of marshes and wetlands loaded with alligators, a large variety of colorful birds, and a sandy beach that dips into the Gulf of Mexico. The Creole Nature Trail allows you to step into the marsh and see wildlife up close. FOX 8's Dave McNamara takes a drive into "Louisiana's outback", in this edition of Heart of Louisiana.more>>
Heart of Louisiana: "Holy Works of Art"
Heart of Louisiana: "Holy Works of Art"
When hurricanes or fires damage churches, or when churches close because of dwindling memberships, there is an ongoing effort to save some of the most colorful treasures in those buildings.more>>
When hurricanes or fires damage churches, or when churches close because of dwindling memberships, there is an ongoing effort to save some of the most colorful treasures in those buildings. In this edition of Heart of Louisiana, FOX 8's Dave McNamara shows us how many stained glass windows are also works of fine art.more>>
Heart of Louisiana: Lawnmower racing
Heart of Louisiana: Lawnmower racing
It may be hard to find a group of guys who get more excited about lawnmowers than the Cajun Mower Racing Association. But their interest is not a well-manicured lawn.more>>
It may be hard to find a group of guys who get more excited about lawnmowers than the Cajun Mower Racing Association. But their interest is not a well-manicured lawn. What they care about is horsepower, gear ratios, and beating the other lawnmowers to the finish line. FOX 8's Dave McNamara takes us to a grass track in Lake Charles for a wild spin in this edition of "Heart of Louisiana".more>>
Heart of Louisiana: Booth's Grocery
Heart of Louisiana: Booth's Grocery
A family-owned grocery store in Grand Chenier has been a fixture in that community for more than a half century. After rebuilding from Hurricane Rita, the store's owner was blown away by a surge of social media.more>>
A small family-owned grocery store in Grand Chenier has been a fixture in that community for more than a half century. But after rebuilding from Hurricane Rita, the store's owner was "blown away" by an Internet surge of social media. FOX 8's Dave McNamara takes us to the extreme southwest corner of the state to see what all the buzz is about in this edition of Heart of Louisiana.more>>
Heart of Louisiana: Hodges Gardens
Heart of Louisiana: Hodges Gardens
It's a combination of rocky, pine covered hills, terraced waterfalls and an abundance of flowers. And it is certainly one of the most beautiful of Louisiana's state parks.more>>
It's a combination of rocky, pine covered hills, terraced waterfalls and an abundance of flowers. And it is certainly one of the most beautiful of Louisiana's state parks. FOX 8's Dave McNamara takes us to Sabine Parish on a tour of Hodges Gardens in this edition of Heart of Louisiana.more>>

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