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 community health center working to vaccinate as many people as possible against COVID-19

The day finally arrived for 77-year-old Albert Charles to get his COVID-19 vaccine, "It was a little sting that was it," Charles said.

Kimberly Curth

Published January 15, 2021 at 3:55 PM

After another carjacking, security expert urges vigilance

After several recent brazen attacks of women, the NOPD is investigating another violent carjacking.

Kimberly Curth

Published January 14, 2021 at 4:45 PM

Carjackings up 140% in New Orleans compared to same time last year, according to calls for service

Women in New Orleans say they're afraid to leave their homes after violent crimes across the city continue.

Kimberly Curth

Published January 13, 2021 at 6:05 PM

Diocese of Buffalo will release church documents in its bankruptcy case

The Diocese of Buffalo is now in the process of releasing more than 25,000 pages of church documents as part of it's ongoing Chapter 11 case..

Kimberly Curth

Published January 13, 2021 at 10:36 AM

Alleged church sex abuse victim says George Brignac raped him in 1977

Brian Manix held on to a secret for 43 years and says it took its toll.

Kimberly Curth

Published January 11, 2021 at 5:10 PM

Alleged church sex abuse survivors say they feel betrayed by joint Archdiocese and SNAP New Orleans statement

Alleged church sex abuse victims tell Fox 8 they feel betrayed by the Survivors Network of those Abused by Priest, or SNAP, after one of the group’s leaders met with the New Orleans Archbishop.

Kimberly Curth

Published January 8, 2021 at 5:19 PM

COVID-19 positivity rates soar in Louisiana

COVID-19 positivity rates soared this week in Louisiana. Every parish in our area is now in the double digits.

Kimberly Curth

Published January 7, 2021 at 4:00 PM

Home sales and renovations up during the pandemic

Betsy Dienes had to cancel her wedding because of the pandemic. But, despite what proved to be an overwhelming year, she will tell you 2020 wasn't all bad.

Kimberly Curth

Published January 5, 2021 at 4:24 PM

New Orleans mother of 6 still dealing with complications following COVID-19 infection

We first introduced you to Trichelle McDaniel in May as she held her baby boy for the first time after spending 72 days in the hospital. She was 35 weeks pregnant when she tested positive for Covid-19. She went into preterm labor and had to undergo an emergency c-section at Touro Hospital.

Kimberly Curth

Published January 1, 2021 at 4:04 PM

New Orleans doctors learning more about complications associated with Covid-19 infection

New Orleans doctors are learning more about the devastating consequences of Covid-19. "Blood clots are a big problem in this disease," said Richard Vander Heide,M.D.,with LSU Health Pathology.

Kimberly Curth

Published December 31, 2020 at 4:43 PM

Attorneys for alleged church sex abuse victim ask court to unseal deposition of accused priest

In a recently filed motion, attorneys for an alleged church sex abuse victim say former priest Lawrence Hecker "is still very much alive, vibrant, lives alone, and is a danger to young boys until he draws his final breath."

Kimberly Curth

Published December 28, 2020 at 4:04 PM

Second Harvest Food Bank says food insecurity in Louisiana is beyond urgent

Second Harvest Food Bank says the need right now in the state is beyond urgent.

Kimberly Curth

Published December 22, 2020 at 5:39 PM

Louisiana taxpayers might not have to pay $1.3 billion in loan interest for New Orleans levee system

After weeks of negotiations, Congress is set to vote on a Coronavirus relief package Monday, but lawmakers will also vote on an attached measure to the overall funding bill that could impact future coastal restoration and flood protection in the New Orleans area.

Kimberly Curth

Published December 21, 2020 at 5:03 PM

Kenner Mayor expresses concern about city’s financial outlook

Kenner Mayor Ben Zahn expressed concern about the financial outlook of his city. He says major cut backs could be on the way if sales tax revenue doesn't rebound.

Kimberly Curth

Published December 18, 2020 at 5:38 PM

Woman robbed at gunpoint while unloading groceries in Uptown neighborhood

An armed suspect pointed a gun at a woman's head while she was unloading groceries in an Uptown neighborhood.

Kimberly Curth

Published December 15, 2020 at 3:37 PM

Recent crime victim has warning for others in New Orleans

A New Orleans couple says they don't feel safe in their own home after what happened Tuesday at 10 in the morning on South Jefferson Davis Parkway.

Kimberly Curth

Published December 9, 2020 at 4:16 PM

First doses of Covid-19 vaccine expected in Louisiana next week

The Louisiana Department of Health says as many as 250,000 people could receive the Covid-19 vaccine in Louisiana by the middle of January. The initial doses are expected to arrive next week and will go to those most at risk.

Kimberly Curth

Published December 8, 2020 at 4:48 PM

Local pharmacies prepare to administer COVID-19 vaccine once it’s available

La Pharmacy in Elmwood has only been open a year, but they're busier than ever right now due to the ongoing pandemic.

Kimberly Curth

Published December 7, 2020 at 4:14 PM

TODAY: Orleans Parish District Attorney’s race to be decided in runoff election

The next Orleans Parish District Attorney will be decided in a runoff. Former Judge Keva Landrum and City Council President Jason Williams are in a tight race to replace Leon Cannizzaro.

Kimberly Curth

Published December 5, 2020 at 7:12 AM

Louisiana Covid-19 surge impacting hospitals

While the LCMC Healthcare system is treating more Covid-19 patients right now, the UMC Chief Medical Officer, Nirav Patel, M.D., says it's no where near the numbers they saw at the beginning of the pandemic in March and April.

Kimberly Curth

Published December 4, 2020 at 4:29 PM

Health officials say tracking COVID-19 vaccine doses could be logistical challenge

Health officials say the coming weeks will be critical in the ongoing pandemic. As cases surge nationwide, the first shipments of vaccines will make their way to those most at risk.

Kimberly Curth

Published December 3, 2020 at 4:44 PM

El gobernador espera que alrededor de 80.000 dosis de la nueva vacuna COVID-19 lleguen a Louisiana en las próximas semanas

El gobernador John Bel Edwards dice que espera que unas 80.000 dosis de la nueva vacuna COVID-19 lleguen a Louisiana en las próximas semanas.

Kimberly Curth

Published December 3, 2020 at 11:40 AM

Governor expects around 80,000 doses of new COVID-19 vaccine to arrive in Louisiana in coming weeks

Governor John Bel Edwards says he expects about 80,000 doses of the new Covid-19 vaccine to arrive in Louisiana in the coming weeks.

Kimberly Curth

Published December 2, 2020 at 8:25 PM

Crime watchdog says Orleans court system faces a backlog similar to what the city faced following Katrina

Rafael Goyeneche with the Metropolitian Crime Commission says the backlog in cases at Orleans Parish Criminal District Court right now due to the ongoing pandemic is similar to what New Orleans experienced following Hurricane Katrina, with one big difference.

Kimberly Curth

Published December 1, 2020 at 3:10 PM

Widow and son of local attorney, who died 6 years after being shot, reach out to young crime victim and her mother

Grace and Granville Kaynor know all too well how devastating gun violence can be. Grace's husband and Granville's father, Sandy, was shot in 2012 during a robbery at their Uptown home. The shooting left him paralyzed and unable to speak. He died 6 years later in 2018.

Kimberly Curth

Published November 30, 2020 at 3:54 PM

Tulane students team up with nonprofit to create virtual art projects for children

We're all learning to do things differently during the ongoing pandemic. And, that's especially true for Dana Reed, the Executive Director of Upturn Arts, a nonprofit arts education program for children.

Kimberly Curth

Published November 27, 2020 at 3:14 PM

Stricter COVID-19 guidelines go into effect in Louisiana as cases surge

Stricter Covid-19 guidelines went into effect Wednesday in Louisiana. The Governor ordered the state revert back to a modified phase two as Louisiana and the rest of the country deals with yet another alarming surge in cases.

Kimberly Curth

Published November 25, 2020 at 3:41 PM

Armstrong International seeing an increase in travel this holiday week

Millions of Americans are traveling this week despite warnings from the CDC to stay at home this Thanksgiving.

Kimberly Curth

Published November 24, 2020 at 2:56 PM

Flu activity low in Louisiana during the ongoing pandemic

Doctors in Louisiana aren't seeing a lot of flu cases. They believe safety measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19 are the reason why.

Kimberly Curth

Published November 23, 2020 at 4:13 PM

City says Covid-19 test results taking longer than normal due to increased demand

Louisiana reported 2200 new Covid-19 infections Friday. The Health Department's dashboard shows 4800 new cases but that's because of a backlog linked to a problem with the electronic reporting system.

Kimberly Curth

Published November 20, 2020 at 4:57 PM

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