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What Louisiana City Has Most DWI Arrests?
SHREVEPORT, LA – I recently heard some shocking stats about drunk driving in Louisiana and I have been wondering why Shreveport leads this dangerous category by such a wide margin. You be the judge of what the numbers show. Shreveport Police made 625 DWI arrests in 2023 and there...
N.O. teacher accused of driving escaped teen to Texas facing more charges
NEW ORLEANS — A woman accused in New Orleans of driving a juvenile escapee from Louisiana to Texas has now been hit with the identical criminal charge in Calcasieu Parish. Angela Filardo, 32, surrendered to authorities in Lake Charles Tuesday after a warrant was issued for her arrest for being an accessory to escape. She was released from Calcasieu Parish jail Tuesday afternoon after posting a cash bond of $100,000, records show.
Developer plans five-story pencil building for lot on St. Charles Avenue
A local developer is moving forward with plans to build a five-story building with four apartments and ground-floor retail space on a vacant lot next to the old Emeril's Delmonico’s in the 1300 block of St. Charles Avenue. Work crews drove several test piles at the site last week...
3 Ways to Celebrate National Tequila Day
Wednesday, July 24 is National Tequila Day! Celebrate with discounted tequila shots, free margaritas, and more. And don’t forget the limes and salt!. Visit a local Felipe’s location for buy one, get one free House Rocks or Frozen Margaritas. The taqueria will also offer $5 Espolòn shots for the occasion. Round out the celebration with any of their fresh menu items, such as a taco salad, burrito, or build-your-own plate of nachos.
Good News If You Are Looking to Buy a Home in Louisiana
SHREVEPORT, LA – The real estate market has been hot across the region, but higher interest rates have slowed things down a bit. There’s some really good news if you are in the market for a home in Louisiana these days. Supply of homes is one of the...
Nicholls’ Colonel Caravan Engages Communities Across the Region
Join in as the Colonel Caravan makes its way to cities across the region, with three upcoming stops. The 2024 Colonel Caravan, hosted by the Colonel Athletic Association, Nicholls Alumni Federation, and Nicholls Foundation, began at Big Mike’s BBQ in Houma in July. This event allows the university to engage with various communities and includes a meet-and-greet with alums, donors, Nicholls coaches, and administrators. The events are open to all alums, donors, and season ticket holders. Attendees can enjoy complimentary hors d’oeuvres, a cash bar, and Nicholls giveaways, and it is recommended that they wear business casual attire.
Two found dead outside Amite city limits; family identifies victims as couple
AMITE— Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's deputies are currently investigating a double homicide reported just outside Amite City Tuesday morning. Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff Gerald Sticker says first responders found a man and woman dead along the 600 block of West MLK Street after receiving a 911 call about a shooting around 5:00 a.m.
What Louisiana City Has Most DWI Arrests?
SHREVEPORT, LA – I recently heard some shocking stats about drunk driving in Louisiana and I have been wondering why Shreveport leads this dangerous category by such a wide margin. You be the judge of what the numbers show. Shreveport Police made 625 DWI arrests in 2023 and there...
Trial delayed for New Orleans teacher accused of helping violent juvenile offender escape custody
NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - Trial was set to begin Monday (July 22) for Angela Filardo, a New Orleans teacher accused of helping a violent juvenile fugitive escape custody last fall. Proceedings were delayed until September 30. In 2019, police say then 13-year-old Lynell Reynold robbed and shot Darrelle Scott, leaving...
Can the Sun Belt break through in the new 12-team playoff? 'We just seek greatness.'
Sun Belt Conference commissioner Keith Gill believes the league has spent too much time preparing for the future to take a step backward. So as 2024 Sun Belt Football media days at the New Orleans Marriott Warehouse began Tuesday, he made the conference’s stance very clear. “We are excited...
New New Orleans flood sensors will deliver real-time data
New sensors being installed across New Orleans will soon deliver real-time flooding data to city officials. Why it matters: The data can plug into first responders' maps, which would better inform them of blocked roadways during emergencies, and it might one day be accessible to residents through Google Maps, the founder of the tech company behind the project says.
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