Kimberly Curth

It has been Kimberly's life-long dream to be a reporter in New Orleans. Before arriving at Fox 8, Kimberly worked as an investigative reporter for WSMV-TV in Nashville, Tennessee. She is an Emmy award -winning investigative reporter. Her investigations have made a difference in Nashville and beyond.

Recent Articles by Kimberly

Wildlife control expert: Irish Channel coyotes ‘terribly dangerous,' should be euthanized

Coyotes are running loose in the Irish Channel and one Nuisance Wildlife Control Operator says he's been contacted by neighbors to deal with the issue. If hired, Terry Friedman said he would be required to euthanize the animals.

Kimberly Curth

Published June 25, 2019 at 9:05 PM

Wild coyote sightings on the rise in the Irish Channel

Numerous coyote sightings have been reported in the Irish Channel including last week, when one attacked a small dog in the owner’s backyard. Then, one of the wild animals was spotted on camera, as a FOX 8 team was covering the story Wednesday afternoon (June 24).

Kimberly Curth

Published June 24, 2019 at 5:24 PM

More than 240 neighbors join lawsuit against the City of New Orleans over radioactive material

More than 240 local residents join a lawsuit against the City claiming it knew about radioactive material in a Gert Town community since 2013 but took no action to warn or protect them.

Kimberly Curth

Published June 21, 2019 at 4:58 PM

Police: Man accused in Metairie killing spree connected to N.O. East murder

Bruce Reed, 61, was shot to death earlier this month while walking around the corner to his friend's house for a visit.

Kimberly Curth

Published June 19, 2019 at 5:50 PM

Gert Town residents sue city over hazardous radioactive material

Neighbors are suing the City of New Orleans claiming the City knew about hazardous radioactive material since 2013 and took no action to warn or protect them.

Kimberly Curth

Published June 18, 2019 at 9:44 PM

Tourist says he was ticketed for not wearing a seat belt as he was about to get out of his Uber

A tourist was left with a bad impression of New Orleans after he says he and his colleagues were ticketed in the French Quarter for not wearing a seat belt in their Uber. He says they had completed their ride and we're about to get out of the car when they were approached by the officer.

Kimberly Curth

Published June 14, 2019 at 5:16 PM

LSU Health study finds changes in breast milk of women who were overweight or obese at the time of conception

A new study by LSU Health researchers highlights the importance of maintaining a healthy weight before you conceive.

Kimberly Curth

Published June 13, 2019 at 5:04 PM

No decision made on moving former sheriff Jack Strain from St. Tammany Parish jail

Former St. Tammany Parish Sheriff Jack Strain remains in jail Wednesday night in Covington and St. Tammany Parish officials have not yet made a decision whether he will be moved to another facility.

Kimberly Curth

Published June 12, 2019 at 8:48 PM

Alleged victim says ex-sheriff started abusing him when he was 6

One of the alleged victims is Mark Finn, who said he was just 6-years-old when he was first molested by a then 12-year-old Strain. The abuse continued for years, Finn said.

Kimberly Curth

Published June 11, 2019 at 10:31 PM

‘Anomaly’ involving Gert Town radiation learned while planning 2013 Superbowl

Crews worked to remove radioactive material from underneath a Gert Town street Monday (June 10) -- five years after it was first discovered.

Kimberly Curth

Published June 10, 2019 at 6:43 PM

Attorney raises questions about officer’s relationship in Tyrann Mathieu extortion case

Federal court documents provide new details on the case of a family member trying to extort NFL safety and former LSU standout Tyrann Mathieu.

Kimberly Curth

Published June 10, 2019 at 5:21 PM

Tour guides dispute they’re causing problems at Lafayette Cemetery No. 1

Local tour guides dispute claims that they are being disrespectful and damaging one of New Orleans most famous cemeteries. In a Fox 8 exclusive, they admit disturbing things happen at Lafayette Cemetery Number 1 in the Garden District but they say they're not the problem.

Kimberly Curth

Published June 6, 2019 at 10:19 PM

Some veteran teachers say new pay raise scale in Jefferson Parish isn’t fair

After Jefferson Parish voters overwhelmingly support a millage for teacher pay raises, some teachers say the increases aren't fair. But, the Superintendent says it was clear from the start how the raises would be distributed.

Kimberly Curth

Published June 5, 2019 at 10:38 PM

Famous N.O. cemetery ‘overrun’ with tourists, leaving graves damaged, families frustrated

Families say graves at Lafayette Cemetery No. 1 are being desecrated and disrespected, as the national landmark is often “overrun” with tourists and tour guides who are damaging its fragile infrastructure.

Kimberly Curth

Published June 5, 2019 at 10:15 AM

Juvenile curfew now in effect in New Orleans

In an effort to combat an uptick in juvenile crime, a curfew is now in effect in New Orleans.

Kimberly Curth

Published June 3, 2019 at 9:01 PM

Nation’s Drug Czar in Louisiana to address opioid epidemic

The Nation's Drug Czar was in Louisiana Thursday to address the opioid epidemic. He and Senator John Kennedy met with those on the front lines of the addiction crisis.

Kimberly Curth

Published May 30, 2019 at 6:08 PM

City councilman says Harrah’s extension means big economic boost for New Orleans

Louisiana lawmakers approved a 30-year extension for Harrah's casino to continue operating in New Orleans. The new deal will mean millions more for the state and the city.

Kimberly Curth

Published May 29, 2019 at 7:10 PM

Community advocate: The fight against blight is far from over in N.O. East

More than 13 years after Hurricane Katrina, crews began tearing down the old Grand Theater in New Orleans East, but residents say it is not enough.

Kimberly Curth

Published May 28, 2019 at 10:36 PM

Morganza Spillway will be opened next week

A rare opening of the Morganza Spillway will happen this Sunday to prevent the flood structure from over topping.

Kimberly Curth

Published May 27, 2019 at 8:16 PM

Two students accused of raping woman on campus make court appearance

Two Dillard University students who are accused of raping a, 18-year-old woman on campus last month made a court appearance Friday.

Kimberly Curth

Published May 24, 2019 at 6:22 PM

Water main break outside S&WB plant closes Claiborne Avenue

Eastbound Claiborne Avenue is closed from Mistletoe to Leonidas

Kimberly Curth

Published May 22, 2019 at 12:09 PM

Man suspected of murdering teenage girl has lengthy criminal history

The man charged in the armed robbery of a well-known television reporter is now accused in a double shooting and murder. Not only does he have a long criminal history that spans three parishes, but he also was out on bond at the time of the latest crime.

Kimberly Curth

Published May 22, 2019 at 7:03 AM

City council approves stricter short term rental rules

The number of short term rentals in the city could be limited under new regulations approved Thursday by the New Orleans City Council.

Kimberly Curth

Published May 16, 2019 at 5:10 PM

Victim skeptical about Catholic Church’s new sex abuse reporting law

Under a new Catholic law, priests and nuns are required to report child sex abuse and cover-ups to church authorities, but not to law enforcement.

Kimberly Curth

Published May 15, 2019 at 5:47 PM

Investigators: Convicted serial killer could be connected to more murders in Southeast Louisiana

A man who the FBI says may be among the most prolific serial killers in U.S. history could be responsible for even more murders in Southeast Louisiana.

Kimberly Curth

Published May 14, 2019 at 10:55 PM

S&WB: More than a third of city’s water mains are over 100 years old

More than a third of the city's water mains are over 100 years old, according to the Sewerage and Water Board.

Kimberly Curth

Published May 14, 2019 at 9:43 PM

FOX 8 EXCLUSIVE: Man says convicted serial killer has confessed to killing his mother

The son of a woman who went missing from New Orleans over four decades ago said a serial killer has confessed to her killing

Kimberly Curth

Published May 13, 2019 at 10:05 PM

Wife killed, husband injured after car break-in and shootout in Mid-City

You’ll find shattered glass on Cleveland Avenue, a painful remind for Elmo Vincent of his cousin’s last moments.

Kimberly Curth

Published May 9, 2019 at 3:39 PM

UPDATE: City to limit access to tire-clogged Old Gentilly Road

The view is staggering. Thousands of tires litter a public street as far as the eye can see. This is what Old Gentilly Road in New Orleans East has become - an illegal dumping ground.

Kimberly Curth

Published May 6, 2019 at 9:32 PM

FOX 8 looks into viewer complaint, finds hundreds of tires littering Old Gentilly Road

We took a ride after a viewer called us concerned that there was a major fire hazard on Old Gentilly Road. We found tires as far as the eye can see.

Kimberly Curth

Published May 3, 2019 at 10:00 PM

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