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Kenner votes to leave New Orleans RTA. Jefferson Parish will take over city routes.
The Kenner City Council approved an agreement Friday that paves the way for Jefferson Parish to take over operation of the city’s bus routes from the New Orleans Regional Transit Authority beginning in September. The move, which officials say will result in better service for riders, comes after Jefferson...
Heavy hitters in play as elite DL Jahkeem Stewart eyes midseason commitment
New Orleans (La.) St. Augustine defensive lineman Jahkeem Stewart is an elite talent in the class of 2026. The 6-6, 270-pound monster is ranked No. 10 overall by 247Sports. He's the No. 1 defensive lineman in the country and No. 2 prospect in Louisiana. On the recruiting front, Stewart can...
BIC Weekly Industry Report: Woodside acquires Tellurian, natural gas prices and more
In this episode of the BIC Magazine Weekly Industry Report, we cover Woodside's acquisition of Tellurian, a new Senate bill to expedite energy project approvals, natural gas price trends, Texas LNG's new tolling agreement and New Orleans' $50M EPA grant for climate initiatives. This episode is sponsored by The PRIME...
Trader Joe's location for Freret St. approved by New Orleans city council
NEW ORLEANS — Trader Joe’s could soon be coming to a fast-growing retail and dining corridor on Freret Street after the New Orleans City Council ignored the Historic Landmarks Commission’s preference and instead approved the demolition of a school building that has sat idly on the busy intersection of Freret and Napoleon.
Summertime pattern continues with afternoon heat and showers
NEW ORLEANS — The trend of afternoon heat with scattered showers continues. A few showers are expected before noon, but the bulk of the rain arrives early afternoon into the evening. Temperatures start out in the 70s and 80s. Highs will rise to the mid to upper 80s. Because...
Hundreds of veterans turned athletes navigating New Orleans in wheelchairs talk accessibility
NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - The City of New Orleans is hosting hundreds of wheelchair-bound veterans for the 43rd National Veterans Wheelchair Games. While many said they love the city, they also noted accessibility problems. It’s nothing these veterans turned athletes can’t overcome, but there are some things they said the...
City officials say safety is priority for 2025 Carnival season, no additional krewes to be added to the lineup
NEW ORLEANS — New Orleans officials said they are putting their safety plans into motion ahead of the 2025 Super Bowl and Carnival season. New Orleans Police Superintendent Anne Kirkpatrick spoke during Thursday's Mardi Gras Advisory Committee meeting. She said that having the Super Bowl and Mardi Gras back to back is a huge undertaking, but they will call on agencies like Louisiana State Police to ensure they are controlling the crowds and keeping people safe.
Tulane Green Wave Football Win Total Prediction: How Many Games Will The Green Wave Win In 2024?
For the first time in program history, Tulane reached double-digit wins in consecutive seasons. The Green Wave finished 11-3 last season and went 12-2 in 2022. That success earned coach Willie Fritz a Power Four opportunity where he joined Houston — a former AAC foe — following the 2023 campaign. Still, Tulane is expected to remain a contender in the American with the addition of former Troy coach Jon Sumrall.
New rules for Mardi Gras 2025 | Here's what you can't bring on parade routes
NEW ORLEANS — On Thursday, the New Orleans City Council announced a list of items that won’t be allowed along parade routes next Carnival season. So, if you’re thinking of setting up shop, here are a few things you’ll want to leave at home. Couches, porta-potties,...
Community welcomes, critiques new Lincoln Beach redevelopment renderings
NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - The design team behind the Lincoln Beach redevelopment project presented three new renderings for the community to critique and provide feedback at the first of two public meetings ahead of construction. The renderings are sprinkled with a variety of features, but all the proposed redevelopment projects...
Local family plans new fundraiser for St. Jude
NEW ORLEANS (WVUE)—The family of a local St. Jude patient plans a new fundraiser this weekend to support the hospital’s critical mission. They hope to raise a lot of money at the Fight Cancer Like a Dancer gala while showing people why St. Jude is such a life-saving resource.
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