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More indictments handed down in bizarre Marrero shooting with rival robbery schemes
A Jefferson Parish grand jury has handed down more indictments for three men accused in the unusual death of a Waggaman man, who authorities say was shot when the men he had planned to rob tried to rob him, as well. Tommy Encalade, 25, of Jean Lafitte, Marlon Borras, 21,...
Louisiana High School Named One Of Most Expensive In America
All parents in Louisiana want to ensure that their children have access to the greatest education possible. Additionally, some wealthy families decide to pay for their child's education at a private institution. One Louisiana high school was recently listed as one of the most expensive in the US, meaning that tuition there might cost parents as much as a college education.
Louisiana Versus Litter: The Litter Hotline
It's no surprise that Shreveport has been in a battle against litter, earlier this year Shreveport Police Department announced they had made their first litter-related arrest. Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser, along with the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF), and Keep Louisiana Beautiful (KLB) are launching a statewide program to fight back against litter. Lt. Gov. Billy Nungesser says "We are ramping up litter enforcement in Louisiana with support from the State Police, Wildlife and Fisheries agents, and local law enforcement. It's important that we educate those guilty of littering and work together to keep Louisiana Beautiful."
Target Announces Store Policy Change – Is It Coming to Louisiana?
You can find a Target Store in just about every major city in Louisiana. The Minneapolis Minnesota-based retailer has locations in Lafayette, Baton Rouge, Lake Charles, Shreveport, and several other locations in the greater New Orleans Metro area. Many shoppers view the store as an "upgrade" from Walmart Stores but the two giant retailers offer many of the same items and their prices are often comparable.
New Orleans residents, visitors react to Donald Trump’s attempted assassination
Reactions are pouring in from around the nation following Saturday's attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump. In New Orleans, residents and visitors are still processing the news.
Devious Showcases New Orleans Talent with “New Era New Orleans” Mixtape
Award-winning songwriter Devious has curated and mixed “New Era New Orleans,” a mixtape featuring some of the hottest artists representing the new era of New Orleans music. Known for his Grammy-credited songwriting, Devious continues to uphold and celebrate the city’s rich musical culture. “New Era New Orleans”...
Accused killer of Tacoma visitor in January also was under Orleans Juvenile Court monitoring order
NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - A teen accused of murdering a Tacoma tourist in the Faubourg Marigny in January was supposed to have been under monitoring ordered by the Orleans Parish Juvenile Court after previous offenses. Fox 8 confirmed that 16-year-old accused killer Malik Cornelius was supposed to be being monitored...
HUB International acquires New Orleans insurance firm
HUB International Limited, a Chicago-based global insurance brokerage, has acquired the assets of Swanson Insurance Agency of New Orleans. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. Swanson, founded in 1985, is an independent insurance agent that offers home, business and auto insurance. The business will now join Hub Gulf South.
Qualifying for Nov. 5 Open Primary Taking Place July 17-19
Orleans parish voters will decide on two congressional seats, a Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals judgeship, Second City Court judge, clerk and constable and all seven Orleans Parish school board seats in addition to voting for U.S. President on Nov. 5. Qualifying for the Nov. 5 open primary takes place...
Sister Gertrude Morgan – "Let’s Make A Record" Album Review
Sister Gertrude Morgan was born to a poor farming family in Alabama in the year 1900. As a child, Sister Gertrude's love for creating art and music flourished, as well as her love for the Baptist Church. In 1934, Sister Gertrude experienced the first of several revelations that she'd have...
NOLA Back 2 School Fest Presented by Shell July 27
NEW ORLEANS (press release) – NOLA Back 2 School Fest provides thousands of school children in grades K-6 from throughout the New Orleans area with a backpack filled with essential school supplies – tools children need to learn and achieve academic success in the upcoming school year. Students must be pre-registered to receive the FREE school supplies and backpack.
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