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Trojans embracing the change heading into 2024 football season
NEW ORLEANS, La. (WSFA) - Sun Belt Conference media days are underway in New Orleans this week, and on Wednesday morning, Troy Head Coach Gerad Parker, along with Eli Russ and Jordan Stringer, hit the main stage. Parker is entering his first season as the head coach of the team...
New Orleans RTA rolls out new buses. More on the way to help solve shortage, wait times.
For the third time in a row, Pamela Johnson’s 93-year-old mother was picked up late by a Regional Transit Authority paratransit van. She had to wait three hours inside the church that just serviced her son’s funeral. “This is unacceptable. If this is the type of service you...
New Orleans Soul Singer Mia Borders Returns With Fiery New Album Featuring Meters Legend George Porter Jr.
This album is a culmination of everything I love about New Orleans music. Renowned New Orleans songwriter, vocalist, and producer Mia Borders announces her highly anticipated new album, Firewalker, arriving on Blaxican Records on August 30, 2024. Borders brings the heat on Firewalker, a collection of soul-stirring originals showcasing her...
Local Veterans First: Athletes gear up for 2024 National Veterans Wheelchair Games
NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - Agility, strength, versatility, and determination are attributes Army Veteran Lloyd Thomas, who prefers to go by the nickname “Misfit,” strives to instill in his daily routine. The three-time world medalist in pickleball has the hardware to prove it, but action on Thomas’s pickleball court might be a little different than yours.
'Her dress was covered in blood' - EMS saves woman injured in chainsaw attack
NEW ORLEANS — It's a lifesaving technique New Orleans EMS implemented, and it's saving lives. This week, that technique saved another life. A 70-year-old woman could have very nearly lost her arm if it wasn't for the blood she received. Monday just after 2 p.m. New Orleans Paramedic and...
Get back-to-school ready with free giveaways across the area
NEW ORLEANS — With school around the corner, local organizations and events are helping families get ready for the upcoming school year. Here's a list of free school supply giveaways across the area. If you have a back-to-school giveaway or event, please email WWL-TV with the information. Orleans. InspireNola...
National Urban League talks importance of voting ahead of election at New Orleans conference
On day one of the 2024 National Urban League Conference, League President Marc Morial discussed how officials plan to overcome several issues in the lead-up to the presidential election.
Ragin' Cajuns, Texas State strive to unseat Troy's recent lock on Sun Belt West crown
The Sun Belt West race largely has been dominated by one team since the league went to divisional play in 2018. In the first four seasons, the UL Ragin’ Cajuns captured the West crown. Then, two seasons of dominance from the Troy Trojans followed. With coach Jon Sumrall leaving...
Court Rules FCC’s Universal Service Fund Unconstitutional
Earlier today, the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals in New Orleans ruled that the framework through which the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) established the Universal Service Fund (USF) is unconstitutional. The ruling stated that the USF is essentially a tax paid by consumers via telecommunications companies. While Congress gave the...
Nashville tour company mourns death of beloved guide in New Orleans
“Not only was she an employee and an integral team member, but also a close friend,” the tour company owner said. “Everyone loves her. She just wants people to have a great time and make sure they're careful, which is really ironic here today that she ended up being a victim.”
Panda Express Celebrates Opening of its Newest Restaurant in Houma
Panda Express®, the largest Asian dining concept in the U.S., is celebrating the grand opening of its newest location in Houma, LA, with an official ribbon-cutting ceremony with members of the Houma – Terrebonne Chamber of Commerce on Friday, August 2, beginning at 9:30 a.m., and a day of giving back for the first lucky 88 guests, who will receive a surprise gift!
Mayor Cantrell makes first public appearance since Vappie indictment
NEW ORLEANS — New Orleans Mayor Latoya Cantrell made her first public appearance Wednesday since her former bodyguard, Officer Jeffery Vappie, was indicted. Vappie was charged federally with wire fraud and making false statements. The indictment does not name Cantrell or charge her with any crime, but it refers...
Made in Acadiana: Solo Graphix in Scott
A high-profile symbol in the race for the White House is Made in Acadiana. A Scott graphics company is literally taking off with the Trump-Vance campaign. What started as a thought for a young businessman over 30 years ago turned into a reality for a family. The company Solo Graphix begins designs for planes in Scott.
Top Broome administration official to leave post
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - A top staffer in Mayor Sharon Weston Broome’s administration is stepping down. Assistant Chief Administrative Officer Courtney Scott’s resignation will take effect next week, sources told the WAFB I-TEAM. Officials in Broome’s administration have so far refused to explain the reason behind Scott’s...
Plaquemine mayor says utility issues center around utility department
PLAQUEMINE - Mayor Ed Reeves is retiring at the end of the year, but before he does he has some work to do with the city's utility department. Some of it, he tells 2 On Your Side's Brittany Weiss, is staff error. One of the issues could be that staff...
A new Southern Classic Chicken is coming to Lafayette. Here's where it'll open.
Construction could begin next month on the Southern Classic Chicken location in Lafayette. Jessie Fontenot with JA Fontenot Enterprises closed on a deal to purchase the 2.85 acres at 4603 Johnston St. for the popular quick-serve restaurant along with a Scooter’s Coffee location and another development to be announced later, Fontenot said.
Former LSU offensive lineman announces next transfer destination
A former LSU offensive lineman has announced a new transfer destination. Kardell Thomas signed with LSU out of Southern Lab High School in Baton Rouge. He redshirted as a true freshman in 2019 before appearing in only one game in 2020. He played six games as a sophomore and four games as a junior before transferring to Florida A&M.
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