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

New Orleans doctors say hospital capacity no where near where it was in the Spring

The Chief Medical Officer for Ochsner Health, Robert Hart, M.D., says two to three weeks ago there were about 100 Covid-19 patients hospitalized system wide. Monday that number was 216.

Kimberly Curth

Published July 13, 2020 at 4:30 PM

Alleged church sex abuse victim asks federal court to make Archdiocese documents public

In a new motion filed this week, an alleged church sex abuse survivor is fighting to unseal church documents.His case, along with more than 30 others, was immediately stayed and moved to Federal court when the Archdiocese filed for bankruptcy in May.

Kimberly Curth

Published July 10, 2020 at 4:28 PM

Plaintiff in church sex abuse lawsuit files motion asking federal bankruptcy court to remand case back to state court

One of the alleged church sex abuse victims with a pending lawsuit against the Archdiocese of New Orleans is fighting to have his case remanded back to state court.

Kimberly Curth

Published July 9, 2020 at 7:53 PM

Vicar of Finance says Archdiocese of New Orleans is solvent during May creditors meeting

We're learning new information about the Archdiocese of New Orleans bankruptcy case.

Kimberly Curth

Published July 7, 2020 at 4:50 PM

Attorneys for alleged church sex abuse victims file motion to dismiss Archdiocese of New Orleans bankruptcy case

Alleged victims of clergy sex abuse want the New Orleans Archdiocese bankruptcy case dismissed.

Kimberly Curth

Published July 6, 2020 at 3:52 PM

Jefferson Parish leaders respond to recent surge in Covid-19 cases

Jefferson Parish President Cynthia Lee Sheng says something different is brewing there. "We can see that with the higher numbers on the dashboard at the Louisiana Department of Health, I see it anecdotally, I see it at our own testing sites, yesterday we reached capacity."

Kimberly Curth

Published June 26, 2020 at 3:44 PM

State superintendent outlines safety guideline for reopening schools amid coronavirus pandemic

State education and health officials outlined their recommendations for how schools should reopen amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Kimberly Curth

Published June 25, 2020 at 8:45 PM

Latest New Orleans Covid-19 report shows fewer cases

New Orleans reports 11 fewer cases since the last report Wednesday. But, there have been three new deaths.

Kimberly Curth

Published June 19, 2020 at 3:48 PM

Louisiana health officials concerned about rise in Covid-19 cases

Louisiana Governor John Bel Edwards says health officials are seeing a concerning rise in Covid-19 cases and hospitalizations across the state.

Kimberly Curth

Published June 18, 2020 at 8:03 PM

Health officials facing obstacles getting information with contact tracing

The Louisiana Department of Health is begging the public to cooperate with contact tracers.

Kimberly Curth

Published June 17, 2020 at 10:10 PM

New Orleans restaurants will be able to expand capacity to 50% as city enters Phase 2 Saturday

While the rest of Louisiana has already entered into Phase 2 of reopening the economy following the Covid-19 pandemic, New Orleans will start phase 2 Saturday.That means New Orleans restaurants will be able to expand their capacity to 50%.

Kimberly Curth

Published June 12, 2020 at 9:30 PM

Some Magazine Street businesses closing, owners say due to Covid-19 economic impact

After a decade in business, Erin Hebert says she will have to close her Magazine Street boutique, Armoire, because of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Kimberly Curth

Published June 11, 2020 at 8:57 PM

NOPD Chief thanks citizens for peaceful protests

New Orleans Police Chief Shaun Ferguson wants to encourage protesters to continue exercising their constitutional rights.

Kimberly Curth

Published June 2, 2020 at 3:41 PM

City leaders praise New Orleanians for protesting peacefully

Both New Orleans Mayor Latoya Cantrell and New Orleans Police Chief Shaun Ferguson praised New Orleanians for protesting peacefully over the weekend .

Kimberly Curth

Published June 1, 2020 at 3:20 PM

New Orleans says it may lag behind the State when entering into Phase 2

New Orleans could wait a little longer to enter phase 2 of recovery. The City's Health Department Director, Jennifer Avegno,M.D., says even if the Governor gives the go-ahead for the rest of the state in the next few weeks that could be premature for New Orleans.

Kimberly Curth

Published May 29, 2020 at 3:57 PM

New Orleans stresses data, not dates, will dictate when Phase 2 begins

The New Orleans health department director said moving into Phase 2 if Gov. John Bel Edwards gives the okay might be premature for the city.

Tiffany Baptiste and Kimberly Curth

Published May 29, 2020 at 9:52 AM

The Covid-19 pandemic may lead to changes in the French Quarter.

Kimberly Curth

Published May 27, 2020 at 8:04 PM

Civil Service Commission denies essential workers request for emergency pay during pandemic

The Civil Service Commission denies a request from New Orleans essential workers. They requested emergency pay during the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic.

Kimberly Curth

Published May 26, 2020 at 3:20 PM

Mother holds newborn for first time after spending 72 days hospitalized with Covid-19

Trichelle McDaniel came to Touro's Emergency Room on March 11th with flu-like symptoms. She was 35 weeks pregnant. It was soon discovered she was positive for Covid-19. She went into preterm labor and had to undergo an emergency C-section.

Kimberly Curth

Published May 22, 2020 at 2:48 PM

Line wrapped around the OMV on Veterans Thursday morning.

Kimberly Curth

Published May 21, 2020 at 8:33 PM

New Orleans officials say COVID-19 disproportionately affecting Hispanic and Latino community

The New Orleans Health Department Director says the Latino community is seeing much higher Covid-19 infection rates compared to the rest of the population.

Kimberly Curth

Published May 20, 2020 at 8:48 PM

Bogalusa Police estimate as many as 800 people in attendance of event where mass shooting happened

Bogalusa Police say despite the ongoing pandemic, as many as 800 people attended a large gathering Saturday night where a mass shooting happened.

Kimberly Curth

Published May 18, 2020 at 2:47 PM

St. Charles Parish declares state of emergency after reports of more than 200 flooded homes

St. Charles Parish declares a state of emergency after officials say more than 200 homes flooded during the overnight storms.

Kimberly Curth

Published May 15, 2020 at 3:49 PM

Some New Orleans restaurants prepare to reopen as part of phase one, others will remain closed for now

New Orleans will enter into phase one starting at 6 Saturday morning. That means restaurants can reopen but with 25% of their normal capacity.

Kimberly Curth

Published May 13, 2020 at 8:12 PM

At least three children in New York have died from an illness believed to be connected to Covid-19 infection. Now, New Orleans pediatricians are also seeing the syndrome.

Kimberly Curth

Published May 12, 2020 at 9:31 PM

Attorneys for alleged victims of church sex abuse respond to Archdiocese of New Orleans bankruptcy filing

Attorneys for alleged church sex abuse victims with pending lawsuits against the Archdiocese of New Orleans respond to the Archdiocese’s bankruptcy filing.

Kimberly Curth

Published May 5, 2020 at 9:28 PM

Respiratory therapist says he’s never seen anything like COVID-19 in his nearly 30 year career

Every day that Bill Breaux is on the job he's at the bedside of Covid-19 patients, helping them breathe.

Kimberly Curth

Published May 1, 2020 at 5:36 PM

Some health providers now offering COVID-19 antibody testing

Some health providers in the New Orleans area are rolling out Covid-19 antibody tests. But, doctors warn there's still a lot that experts don't know about the results of those tests.

Kimberly Curth

Published April 29, 2020 at 7:53 PM

Jefferson Parish will allow restaurant patio seating with no table service

Chandra Chifici says her family business has taken a significant hit during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Kimberly Curth

Published April 28, 2020 at 3:36 PM

Two local food distribution sites suspend operations

Two local food distribution sites have closed down in the Metro New Orleans area. The Alario Center in Westwego shut down Friday. And, Monday afternoon LaSalle Park in Metairie suspended its operations.

Kimberly Curth

Published April 27, 2020 at 2:40 PM

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