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Politics

New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell, council vice president Helena Moreno, and council president...

Will New Orleans city leaders honor their commitment of collaboration?

Updated: 4 hours ago
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By Maddie Kerth
New Orleans mayor LaToya Cantrell appeared in public with the president and vice president of the city council for the first time since the recall effort against her failed.

Crime

A 16-year-old boy was shot multiple times Saturday (March 25) in the 4700 block of Rhodes Drive...

Teen shot Saturday in Plum Orchard neighborhood, NOPD says

Updated: 13 hours ago
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By Ken Daley
The victim was said to be transported in stable condition, according to police

Elections

From left, Alonzo Knox and Sibil 'Fox' Richardson compete in Saturday's runoff election for the...

State representative runoff on the ballot Saturday for some in Orleans Parish

Updated: 17 hours ago
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By FOX 8 Staff
Polls close Saturday at 8 p.m.

News

New Orleans firefighters worked to extinguish a two-alarm fire Friday night (March 24) that...

Two-alarm fire damages roof of Gayle Benson's Faubourg Brewing Co., NOFD says

Updated: 19 hours ago
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By Ken Daley
Twelve NOFD units carrying 38 firefighters responded to the fire late Friday

News

THC products raise concerns among Louisiana lawmakers

Updated: Mar. 24, 2023 at 10:43 PM CDT
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By Andrés Fuentes
In a handful of bars across New Orleans, like Another Bar on Freret St., Crescent 9 THC Seltzer is quickly becoming a drink of choice.

News

Army Corps of Engineers began repair on New Orleans pumping stations after corrosion discovered

Updated: Mar. 24, 2023 at 7:54 PM CDT
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By Rob Masson
The pumps were designed to last 35 years and installed only five years ago.

Tiger Huddle basketball

LSU pulls off dramatic win over Utah to advance to Elite 8

Updated: Mar. 24, 2023 at 7:29 PM CDT
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By Spencer Chrisman
The No. 3 seed LSU Tigers pulled off a dramatic win over the No. 2 seed Utah in the Sweet 16 on Friday, March 24.

Crime

Police arrest 1 of 2 women wanted in connection with Nathan Millard case

Updated: Mar. 24, 2023 at 6:14 PM CDT
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By WAFB Staff
One of the two women wanted in connection with the Nathan Millard case was arrested Friday morning, March 24, according to the Baton Rouge Police Department.

News

Loyola University New Orleans introduces its first African American president

Updated: Mar. 24, 2023 at 6:04 PM CDT
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By Parker Boyd
Loyola University New Orleans welcomes Xavier Cole, Ed.D, as its first African American president. He will officially become the university’s 18th leader on June 1.

News

The company chosen to redevelop former Six Flags in New Orleans East has final plans set to move forward

Updated: Mar. 24, 2023 at 5:50 PM CDT
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By Natasha Robin
The company chosen to redevelop the former six flags amusement park in New Orleans East will soon show the public its plans.
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Top Story

Sources: 4 top Orleans Sheriff employees asked to resign or be terminated

Updated: Mar. 24, 2023 at 5:03 PM CDT
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By FOX 8 Staff
Four high-ranking members of the Orleans Parish Sheriff’s Office were given the option to resign or be terminated, sources tell Fox 8.

Recall Election

New Orleans businessman who donated $2k disappointed in failed recall effort

Updated: Mar. 24, 2023 at 4:16 PM CDT
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By Rob Masson
"What does it take to move forward? I just don’t know.”

News

Disney Cruise Line donates brand new mobile movie theater to Children’s Hospital New Orleans

Updated: Mar. 24, 2023 at 3:47 PM CDT
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By Parker Boyd
Children were surprised by Disney characters at the hospital Thursday (March 23).

News

Humane Society of Louisiana urges lawmakers to fund public animal shelters

Updated: Mar. 24, 2023 at 3:44 PM CDT
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By Parker Boyd
The Humane Society of Louisiana urges lawmakers to fund public animal shelters during the upcoming legislative session.

News

New Orleans City Councilmembers pass firearm ordinance

Updated: Mar. 24, 2023 at 3:42 PM CDT
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By Parker Boyd
On Thursday (March 9), the New Orleans City Council passed an ordinance to hold parents or guardians responsible if a minor obtains a firearm that wasn’t adequately secured.

Crime

Court revokes bond for man accused of shooting at multiple people in Livingston Parish, injuring 1

Updated: Mar. 24, 2023 at 3:17 PM CDT
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By Lester Duhé
A man arrested by Livingston Parish Sheriff’s Office after allegedly shooting at multiple people cannot bond out of jail, according to officials.

Crime

Man shot, killed by passenger while working 2nd job as Lyft driver, family says

Updated: Mar. 24, 2023 at 2:09 PM CDT
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By Andrés Fuentes and Jordan Gartner
Police say a man was shot and killed while working for Lyft and picking up a passenger.

Crime

Lake Charles man accused of leading authorities on multi-state pursuit with 2-year-old in vehicle

Updated: Mar. 24, 2023 at 11:58 AM CDT
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By Patrick Deaville
The man is accused of both running over a victim and leading deputies on a pursuit in Louisiana and Texas.

Crimetracker

Man killed in Pines Village double shooting, police say

Updated: Mar. 24, 2023 at 11:22 AM CDT
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By FOX 8 Staff
Two men were shot, one fatally, in the Pines Village neighborhood of New Orleans East on Thursday (March 23), according to police.

News

Here are recent voting location changes approved by NOLA City Council

Updated: Mar. 24, 2023 at 8:52 AM CDT
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By FOX 8 Staff
The New Orleans City Council approved several location changes due to construction, name change or buildings becoming vacant.

Mardi Gras

Carnival parades will roll on the same routes for next Mardi Gras season

Updated: Mar. 24, 2023 at 12:15 AM CDT
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By FOX 8 Staff
Parades will roll on the same routes they did this year during the next carnival season.

News

New Orleans Lyft driver shot and killed by passenger, NOPD says

Updated: Mar. 23, 2023 at 9:54 PM CDT
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By Andrés Fuentes
The NOPD says Enrique Bardales Valle was shot and killed just after 2 a.m. on March 8 near an apartment complex on Morrison Road.

Crime

17-year-old shot in possible drive-by shooting in St. Bernard, police say

Updated: Mar. 23, 2023 at 8:54 PM CDT
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By FOX 8 Staff
A 17-year-old was shot Thursday evening in St. Bernard in a possible drive-by shooting, police say

State

Ga. businessman hired prostitutes, used drugs before his death, warrants say

Updated: Mar. 23, 2023 at 7:33 PM CDT
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By Scottie Hunter and Gray News staff
New documents state Nathan Millard’s apparent overdose death came after a night of prostitution and smoking crack cocaine.

Tiger Huddle basketball

LSU prepares to take on Utah in Sweet 16

Updated: Mar. 23, 2023 at 6:52 PM CDT
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By Josh Auzenne
LSU head coach Kim Mulkey and some of her players spoke with members of the media on Thursday, March 23.

Top Story

N.O. Registrar: Recall petitions contained the names of Disney characters and lots of duplicates

Updated: Mar. 23, 2023 at 6:43 PM CDT
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By Sabrina Wilson
New Orleans Registrar Sandra Wilson is confident her office's handling of the signed recall petitions targeting Mayor LaToya Cantrell will withstand a legal challenge.

Crimetracker

Youngest of Frickey’s accused killers deemed competent to stand trial

Updated: Mar. 23, 2023 at 5:34 PM CDT
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By FOX 8 Staff
Curtis and her co-defendants, 18-year-old John Honore and 16-year-old Briniyah Baker, remain scheduled to be tried as adults for second-degree murder starting April 3.

Recall Election

Cantrell recall organizers dispute official count of signatures

Updated: Mar. 23, 2023 at 5:30 PM CDT
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By FOX 8 Staff
The presence of cartoon characters’ names among thousands of signatures was not the only reason a petition to recall the mayor of New Orleans failed, according to elections officials.

News

City council votes to change requirement for short term rental owners and operations

Updated: Mar. 23, 2023 at 5:06 PM CDT
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By Meg Gatto
The New Orleans City Council voted Thursday (March 25) to change requirements for short-term rental owners and operators.

Crimetracker

Suspect wanted in connection with vehicle theft, police say

Updated: Mar. 23, 2023 at 4:14 PM CDT
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By FOX 8 Staff
A suspect is wanted for stealing a golf cart in City Park, according to NOPD.

Events

Louisiana Crawfish Festival, Gretna Italian-Irish Parade among things to do this weekend, March 24 - 26

Updated: Mar. 23, 2023 at 1:50 PM CDT
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By Shan Bailey
Here’s a list of events happening in New Orleans and the surrounding areas this weekend from March 24 to March 26.

Events

2023 New Orleans Spring Festival Schedule

Updated: Mar. 23, 2023 at 1:47 PM CDT
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By Shan Bailey
We found more than 30 New Orleans spring festivals and major events filling the lineup kicking off this March.

State

Florida man missing in Baton Rouge; wallet found in car

Updated: Mar. 23, 2023 at 12:48 PM CDT
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By WAFB Staff
Police are looking for a Florida man last seen in downtown Baton Rouge after dropping off his family at a hotel.

State

Oil exec held for 5 years in Venezuela sues Citgo for $100M

Updated: Mar. 23, 2023 at 12:42 PM CDT
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By Juan A. Lozano
One of the Citgo oil executives who was held for nearly five years in Venezuela has sued his company for $100 million.

News

Missing Hammond man found safe, officials say

Updated: Mar. 23, 2023 at 11:27 AM CDT
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By Bria Gremillion
A man reported missing from Hammond over the weekend has been found, according to Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff’s Office.

Crime

Man arrested in CBD after hit-and-run resulted in shots fired and police pursuit

Updated: Mar. 23, 2023 at 10:05 AM CDT
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By FOX 8 Staff
Witnesses on the scene say they saw police take away a man in handcuffs.

Pelicans

Zion sidelined for two more weeks, cleared to return to practice

Updated: Mar. 23, 2023 at 7:40 AM CDT
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By FOX 8 Staff
Zion will get to practice for two weeks before a re-evaluation to determine if he can suit up for games.

Locally Tuned

Locally Tuned: LeTrainiump is on his way to becoming a household name

Updated: Mar. 23, 2023 at 6:46 AM CDT
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By Rob Krieger
Driven by the poppy tones of an early-nineties synthetic classic, Letrainiump’s music seems familiar with a name that’s unique.

Sports

Former LSU player Foster Moreau stepping away from football after cancer diagnosis

Updated: Mar. 23, 2023 at 5:43 AM CDT
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By FOX 8 Staff
Former LSU tight end and New Orleans native Foster Moreau is stepping away from football after a cancer diagnosis.

News

Cantrell says a weight has been lifted after recall effort failed

Updated: Mar. 22, 2023 at 11:06 PM CDT
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By Sabrina Wilson
Mayor Latoya Cantrell says the recall effort is now in the "rearview" mirror for her and she continues to focus on improving the city.

News

Arabi neighborhood looks back one year after EF3 tornado

Updated: Mar. 22, 2023 at 11:05 PM CDT
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By Andrés Fuentes
Vacant lots still pepper the neighborhood but when we compared it to last year, there were no more torn-up homes, scattered roofs, or piles of debris.

Politics

Violent crime task force sets date for City Council progress update

Updated: Mar. 22, 2023 at 11:02 PM CDT
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By Maddie Kerth
Mayor Cantrell announces the demolition of a business her violent crime reduction task force found to be a cause of concern in the city.

Outside the Office

Zurik: Recordings reveal Cantrell administration tried to reinstate Vappie to security team while under NOPD investigation

Updated: Mar. 22, 2023 at 10:51 PM CDT
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By Lee Zurik and Dannah Sauer
Jeffrey Vappie changed clothes in the Pontalba apartment that other protectors of Mayor Cantrell rarely if ever entered

State

Chlorine leak from BioLab causes shelter-in-place

Updated: Mar. 22, 2023 at 6:09 PM CDT
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By KPLC Digital Team and Devon Distefano
The source of the leak has been confirmed as coming from BioLab.

Recall Election

La. lawmaker expected to propose recall law change

Updated: Mar. 22, 2023 at 5:26 PM CDT
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By Rob Masson
Rep. Hollis is proposing a new law that would lower the threshold needed to recall an elected official in Louisiana based on the number of people who voted in the election.

Outside the Office

Zurik: Fact-checking Cantrell’s HANO claims involving NOPD’s Jeffrey Vappie

Updated: Mar. 22, 2023 at 5:20 PM CDT
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By Lee Zurik and Dannah Sauer
Records contradict new claims by Mayor Cantrell regarding NOPD officer Jeffrey Vappie's time at HANO board meetings

Weather

Today marks the one-year anniversary of the strongest tornado to hit the city of New Orleans

Updated: Mar. 22, 2023 at 4:53 PM CDT
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By Amber Wheeler
Today marks the one-year anniversary of the strongest tornado to hit the city of New Orleans

News

4 New Orleans city employees hospitalized after cleaning illegally dumped chemical drums, officials say

Updated: Mar. 22, 2023 at 2:02 PM CDT
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By FOX 8 Staff
About nine gallons of muriatic acid leaked from a drum that was ruptured while DOTD employees were trying to clean up under a bridge.

Top Story

Defiant Cantrell calls Vappie investigation ‘witch hunt,’ says recall threat ‘in the rear-view mirror’

Updated: Mar. 22, 2023 at 12:56 PM CDT
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By Ken Daley and Natasha Robin
Mayor says she has not listened to recordings of NOPD's investigation of Jeffrey Vappie

News

Saints sign safety Johnathan Abram; re-sign defensive tackle Malcolm Roach

Updated: Mar. 22, 2023 at 12:25 PM CDT
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By Sean Fazende
Saints add two defenders
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