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Events

HBO sets release date for New Orleans-based ‘Katrina Babies’ documentary

Updated: 14 hours ago
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By Shan Bailey
HBO finally sets a release date for “Katrina Babies,” the first feature-length documentary directed by New Orleans native and filmmaker Edward Buckles Jr.

Events

New Orleans Emo Nite event still scheduled to go on after events company with questionable track record folds

Updated: 16 hours ago
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By Mykal Vincent
A spokesperson for Emo Nite says the bands have received some money upfront and even without Pollen, the bands are still expected to perform at Champions Square on the dates scheduled. Emo Nite will have to take a larger financial hit, however.

Heart of Louisiana

Heart of Louisiana: The Great Raft on the Red River

Updated: Aug. 9, 2022 at 11:10 PM CDT
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By Dave McNamara
By the 1830s, the Great Raft clogging the Red River was 175 miles long.

Events

Buku Fest won’t return in 2023, organizers say

Updated: Aug. 4, 2022 at 4:27 PM CDT
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By Shan Bailey
Producers for the Buku Art + Music Project say they’re pulling the plug, for now. Organizers announced the festival will not return for 2023.

Community

WATCH: Louisiana groom huddles with groomsmen before saying ‘I do’

Updated: Aug. 2, 2022 at 11:22 AM CDT
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By Mykal Vincent
For one Louisiana groom, the pressure was mounting and the decision was too much for one man to bear without the consult of his groomsmen.

Community

Appalachia Rises: How to donate toward eastern Kentucky flood relief

Updated: Aug. 2, 2022 at 10:40 AM CDT
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By FOX 8 Staff
After the devastating flash floods in eastern Kentucky, organizations are coming together to provide the community with ways to donate and help those affected.

Events

Satchmo SummerFest announces 2022 lineup, returns Aug. 6 - 7

Updated: Jul. 27, 2022 at 11:07 AM CDT
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By Shan Bailey
Satchmo SummerFest, the annual festival dedicated to the life, legacy and music of Louis “Satchmo” Armstrong, will return to the New Orleans Jazz Museum at the Old U.S. Mint in August.

Heart of Louisiana

Heart of Louisiana: Mississippi River freshwater shrimp

Updated: Jul. 26, 2022 at 10:06 PM CDT
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By Dave McNamara
Jay Folse's family has for generations caught freshwater shrimp from the Mississippi River.

TV

Kevin Gates makes pro wrestling appearance, floors AEW star with one punch

Updated: Jul. 21, 2022 at 7:33 AM CDT
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By Mykal Vincent
Just when you thought you’d seen it all, a Baton Rouge rapper punched a professional wrestler on national television.

Heart of Louisiana

Heart of Louisiana: Chief Artist John Weimer

Updated: Jul. 15, 2022 at 4:24 PM CDT
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By Dave McNamara
State Supreme Court Chief Justice John Weimer explores his passion for painting Louisiana landscapes as often as his day job allows.
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Events

Pro eater Joey Chestnut will attempt to set Raising Cane’s chicken finger record

Updated: Jul. 14, 2022 at 8:23 PM CDT
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By Spencer Chrisman
Major League Eating Champion Joey Chestnut will attempt to set the Raising Cane’s chicken finger record live from Las Vegas on July 27.

Events

New Orleans hotels near 90% capacity for Essence Fest, July 4 weekend

Updated: Jun. 30, 2022 at 5:02 PM CDT
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By Andrés Fuentes
The festival expects tens of thousands of visitors for one of the largest celebrations of Black art and culture in the country.

Top Story

FOX 8 bids farewell to Kim Holden

Updated: Jun. 30, 2022 at 4:52 PM CDT
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By Lee Zurik and Dannah Sauer
Kim Holden's coworkers and friends wish her well as she leaves FOX 8 to spend more time with her family.

Events

Fourth of July fireworks shows booming for 2022: Here’s where to watch this weekend

Updated: Jun. 30, 2022 at 12:46 PM CDT
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By Shan Bailey
This year, Fourth of July celebrations and fireworks are back and booming around southeast Louisiana.

News

Central City music venue and tiki bar, Portside Lounge, will close, owner says

Updated: Jun. 30, 2022 at 7:29 AM CDT
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By Jesse Brooks
Portside Lounge, a music venue and tiki bar, will close permanently after a performance from surf rock band The Unnaturals on Monday, July 4 at 5 p.m., according to a message posted online by business management.

Events

NOPD increasing patrols for Essence Fest & holiday weekend

Updated: Jun. 29, 2022 at 4:36 PM CDT
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By Olivia Vidal
Hundreds of thousands of people are making their way to New Orleans for the return of Essence Festival.

Events

Essence Fest returns to New Orleans celebrating Black music and culture

Updated: Jun. 27, 2022 at 3:44 PM CDT
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By Shan Bailey
Essence Fest returns to New Orleans celebrating Black music and culture for the first in-person festival in two years from June 30 to July 3.

Events

NOLAxNOLA citywide concert series returning for second year this fall

Updated: Jun. 22, 2022 at 5:15 PM CDT
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By Shan Bailey
After last year’s success during the pandemic, NOLAxNOLA plans to make a comeback this fall.

Heart of Louisiana

Heart of Louisiana: The Capitol Huey Long Built

Updated: Jun. 21, 2022 at 10:35 PM CDT
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By FOX 8 Staff
In the 1930′s, this Louisiana skyscraper reflected the style of America’s tallest buildings. The State Capitol opened in 1932, a year after the Empire State Building in New York.

Top Story

Kim Holden announces retirement after 34 years at FOX 8

Updated: Jun. 17, 2022 at 8:35 AM CDT
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By Lee Zurik and Dannah Sauer
Kim Holden announces her retirement after 34 years at FOX 8. She plans to spend more time with her parents, kids, and grandkids.

Community

‘Peace Up, Guns Down’ rally held in New Orleans to support youth programs

Updated: Jun. 11, 2022 at 9:26 PM CDT
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By Kelsey Davis
Community members gathered Saturday promising not to give up on peace and New Orleans’ youth as crime and violence continue to impact families.

Heart of Louisiana

Heart of Louisiana: Botanic Garden in Baton Rouge

Updated: Jun. 7, 2022 at 10:16 PM CDT
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By FOX 8 Staff
For more than 40 years, this downtown location was the first airport in Baton Rouge.

Community

‘God listens;’ New Orleans waitress gets $777 tip, donates it

Updated: Jun. 7, 2022 at 6:14 PM CDT
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By Olivia Vidal
A server at a New Orleans restaurant received a generous tip from a customer. She said it was the answer to her prayers and now she is paying it forward.

News

St. Augustine High School valedictorian Sean Paul shares journey to graduation of perseverance

Updated: Jun. 6, 2022 at 10:09 PM CDT
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By Liz Reyes
This year’s St. Augustine High School’s graduating class received a lot of attention after one of the school’s graduates posted a video of their graduation ceremony on Twitter.

Hurricane

Grand Isle receiving $122 million to aid in Ida recovery

Updated: Jun. 6, 2022 at 5:00 PM CDT
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By Rob Masson
Levee and rock jetty repairs begin in August, thanks to an unprecedented commitment from the Army Corps of Engineers (ACOE).

Events

Louisiana’s annual free fishing weekend dates set for June 2022

Updated: Jun. 6, 2022 at 11:49 AM CDT
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By Shan Bailey
The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) announced dates for its annual Free Fishing Weekend 2022.

Community

Oldest lifelong resident in Vacherie turns 100

Updated: Jun. 3, 2022 at 7:02 PM CDT
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By FOX 8 Staff
Edwin Octave Jr., the oldest lifelong resident in a Vacherie community turned 100, marking his centenarian milestone.

Events

Oak Street Po-Boy Fest set to return this fall

Updated: Jun. 2, 2022 at 4:39 PM CDT
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By Shan Bailey
After a two-year absence, the Oak Street Po-Boy Festival, the popular event celebrating New Orleans’ beloved sandwich, is set to return this fall.

Heart of Louisiana

Heart of Louisiana: Streetcar Desire

Updated: May. 31, 2022 at 10:46 PM CDT
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By FOX 8 Staff
Heart of Louisiana: Streetcar Desire

Community

Help Nicondra Kiss-A-Pig for the American Diabetes Association

Updated: May. 31, 2022 at 9:21 AM CDT
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By Nicondra Norwood
The pig was the first source of life saving insulin for Type 1 Diabetics. The top fundraiser gets the honor of kissing a pig in thanks for their heroic sacrifice in early diabetes treatment.

Heart of Louisiana

Heart of Louisiana: Sam Houston Jones State Park

Updated: May. 24, 2022 at 10:08 PM CDT
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By FOX 8 Staff
The thick forest of longleaf pine trees at Sam Houston Jones State Park was no match for the powerful winds of Hurricane Laura, which pounded southwestern Louisiana in the Fall of 2020.

School

Entire 2022 class at St. Aug accepted into college; over $9M in scholarships

Updated: May. 24, 2022 at 11:29 AM CDT
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By Mykal Vincent
“Let that make headlines! Dance!”

Events

Beignet Fest returning to City Park this fall

Updated: May. 19, 2022 at 11:47 AM CDT
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By Shan Bailey
Beignet Fest, the annual festival featuring creative and traditional beignet creations, plans to return this fall festival season after a two-year absence.

Heart of Louisiana

Heart of Louisiana: Tchefuncte River

Updated: May. 17, 2022 at 10:17 PM CDT
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By FOX 8 Staff
The great blue herons and white egrets seem to be watching us and keeping their distance as we glide along the tree-lined Tchefuncte River.

Events

Mande Milkshakers, Pussyfooters among popular dance krewes facing off at Krewe of BOO! dance-off

Updated: May. 17, 2022 at 7:10 PM CDT
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By Shan Bailey
Nearly 20 dance krewes will battle at the third annual Halfway to Halloween Dance-Off hosted by Krewe of BOO!

Events

Bayou Boogaloo returns to Bayou St. John with some changes

Updated: May. 16, 2022 at 9:20 PM CDT
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By Olivia Vidal
While many people are excited to get back out on the bayou for music and fun this weekend, some feel the event has outgrown Bayou St. John.

Events

Carrie Underwood bringing ‘Denim & Rhinestones’ tour to New Orleans this fall

Updated: May. 16, 2022 at 10:32 AM CDT
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By Shan Bailey
Country music superstar Carrie Underwood will make a tour stop in New Orleans when she returns to the road this fall.

Events

Kendrick Lamar bringing global ‘Big Steppers Tour’ to New Orleans this summer

Updated: May. 13, 2022 at 11:49 AM CDT
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By Shan Bailey
Fresh off the release of his highly-anticipated album, Kendrick Lamar announces a global tour that includes a stop in New Orleans this summer.

Events

Mid-City Bayou Boogaloo adds floating brass band stage, ticketed bayou access for 2022

Updated: May. 12, 2022 at 12:49 PM CDT
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By Shan Bailey
Festival organizers announced several updates for Mid-City Bayou Boogaloo, the annual three-day neighborhood festival, for its 16th year.

Heart of Louisiana

Heart of Louisiana: Wood Carver & the Eagle

Updated: May. 10, 2022 at 10:03 PM CDT
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By FOX 8 Staff
A world champion woodcarver from Terrebonne Parish has a new masterpiece in the middle of his living room. Curtis Fabre has finished work on a life-sized bald eagle, a project that he started eight years earlier.

Community

Artist to artist; the 2022 Jazz Fest poster

Updated: May. 4, 2022 at 11:14 PM CDT
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By Rob Krieger
The 2022 Jazz Fest poster captures the sounds of one of this year’s Grammy winners in full color, Jon Batiste.

Heart of Louisiana

Heart of Louisiana: Chicot Hiking

Updated: May. 3, 2022 at 10:03 PM CDT
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By FOX 8 Staff
Surround yourself with the natural beauty of Lake Chicot and see native flowers and plants in the state arboretum at this central Louisiana State Park.

Community

Thousands of dollars in equipment stolen from brass band days before Jazz Fest performance

Updated: May. 3, 2022 at 5:58 PM CDT
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By Olivia Vidal
The Stooges Brass Band is scrambling to get ready for their performance at Jazz Fest on Friday after their van was stolen in Central City.

Community

Slidell Crawfish Cookoff a boiling good time

Updated: Apr. 24, 2022 at 11:51 AM CDT
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By FOX 8 Staff
The Hospice Foundation of the South held its signature event Saturday (April 23) in Slidell, the 17th Crawfish Cookoff co-sponsored by Fox 8 and featuring WVUE's Rob Krieger as one of the celebrity judges.

Events

Algiers’ Mardi Gras Indians prepare to show out on West Bank Super Sunday

Updated: Apr. 23, 2022 at 11:09 AM CDT
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By FOX 8 Staff
The Algiers-based MoHawk Hunters will be showing off this year's Mardi Gras Indians suits April 24 at the West Bank Super Sunday and Westfest Family Day Festival.

Heart of Louisiana

Heart of Louisiana: Bird banding

Updated: Apr. 19, 2022 at 10:13 PM CDT
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By FOX 8 Staff
This seems like the perfect morning for bird banding. The spring air is chilly enough to wear a jacket, the skies are clear and birds are chirping as the sun rises above the tree line.

Heart of Louisiana

Heart of Louisiana: Melrose Plantation

Updated: Apr. 12, 2022 at 10:15 PM CDT
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By FOX 8 Staff
Melrose Plantation is a nearly 200-year-old National Historic Landmark located on Cane River Lake in central Louisiana that was home to folk artist Clementine Hunter.

Events

Hospitality industry thriving as conventions return New Orleans

Updated: Apr. 8, 2022 at 5:05 PM CDT
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By Olivia Vidal
The return of conventions is lining the pockets and putting smiles on the faces of hospitality workers.

Events

Red Hot Chili Peppers to replace Foo Fighters at Jazz Fest

Updated: Apr. 8, 2022 at 12:45 PM CDT
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By Mykal Vincent
The Chili Peppers will fill the Foo Fighters’ headlining slot on Sun., May 1.

Events

Ponchatoula ready for its 50th Strawberry Festival after 2-year absence

Updated: Apr. 6, 2022 at 11:22 PM CDT
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By Jesse Brooks
One of the state’s largest free events, second only to Mardi Gras, will return for its 50th year after a two-year absence related to pandemic shutdowns.
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