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St. John the Baptist Parish sheriff arrests 4 people, searching for one for burglary in LaPlace
The St. John the Baptist Parish Sheriff's Office has arrested four people and is searching for one in connection with a burglary in LaPlace. Sheriff deputies say they were called to a home in the 3000 block of Yorktown Drive around 11:30 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 19. A husband and...
Mega Millions Winner: Louisiana Lottery Confirms Friday’s Big Win
This is the weekend that people in Louisiana have been talking about since January. It doesn't matter where you have the conversation. It could be on the beach at Grand Isle, in the exercise yard with the girls in St. Gabriel, or sitting quietly spinning fidgets in Pineville or Jackson, at some point college football will be discussed.
2024 Catholic League Football: Battle for Supremacy in a Stacked District – Part Two
The Catholic League is poised for an exciting season with each team striving to make their mark in one of Louisiana’s most competitive districts. Brother Martin, led by veteran coach Mark Bonis, is determined to bounce back from last year’s disappointing playoff exit. Holy Cross, under Scott Wattigny, aims to build on their surprising success from last season with a robust returning roster. St. Augustine welcomes new head coach Robert Valdez, who brings a championship pedigree and a renewed sense of optimism. Jesuit, with a strong focus on their trenches, is looking to solidify their place among the state’s elite, driven by experienced linemen and a promising senior class. These teams, each with their unique strengths and challenges, are set to battle it out in a league where tradition and competition run deep.
Southern Decadence launches Sober 4 Today initiative Labor Day weekend
NEW ORLEANS — There's a new initiative launching this weekend at Southern Decadence. It's designed to support and celebrate sobriety within the LGBTQ+ community during this Labor Day weekend event. And it's hoped to start some on a new health journey. It was 2015 when Austin Addison came from...
Kene Nwangwu fails physical with Saints, placed back on waivers
The strange saga of Kene Nwangwu continues. The story started with Nwangwu being a surprise cut from the Minnesota Vikings ahead of the NFL’s roster cutdown day. Then, the New Orleans Saints claimed the former Vikings running back, ending any hope of his return to the Vikings, either on the practice squad or the active roster.
NOLA Project Names Tenaj Wallace as New Artistic Leader
NEW ORLEANS – Tenaj Wallace, a New Orleans native, is taking over The NOLA Project. For just the second time since its inception in 2005, the independent theatre company has named a new artistic leader. After a season of transition, Tenaj Wallace has been chosen by the ensemble to helm the organization as Artistic Director.
Drew Brees’ $7.5 Million Treehouse in Montana Set to Go Up for Auction
Former New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees and his family are selling their fully furnished $7.5 million rustic treehouse in Montana. The listing will go up for auction next month as bidding will open on September 13 at 4:00 pm. Bidding will close at 8:00 pm on September 26. The...
New Orleans to Use Police Record Software System, Mark43
(TNS) — The New Orleans Police Department will soon partner with a public safety software company to help officers save time and equip them with valuable investigative tools, the agency said Thursday. Mark43, the software company, is a records management system that will assist officers in drafting paperwork and...
Houma Police Department searching for man considered 'armed' and 'dangerous'
HOUMA, La. — The Houma Police Department is searching for a man accused of an armed robbery on Wednesday, Aug. 28. The Houma Police Department says Shawn Durkins approached the victim with a gun in the 400 block of Authement Street, demanding cash, their phone and car keys before leaving the area.
Woman arrested for allegedly stealing thousands from Shell employee recreation fund
GEISMAR - A woman was arrested after allegedly stealing $45,000 from an employee-managed recreation fund at her employer, Shell. The Ascension Parish Sheriff's Office said Lauren Bourgeois, 35, was arrested Monday for theft over $25,000 and forgery. Deputies say Bourgeois admitted to stealing $45,000 from Geismar Shell. Deputies said the fraud was reported by representatives from Shell's employee recreation fund.
Here's what superintendents in the New Orleans area make compared to the national average
A new analysis by the The Times-Picayune | The Advocate revealed that while most school systems in the state pay their superintendents close to the national average, some parishes pay their school leaders far more or far less than their counterparts across the country. In the New Orleans area, Jefferson...
Flooding rain threat remains through the holiday weekend
NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - A Flood Watch is in effect through Saturday evening for most of our area. Heavy rain could lead to flooding due to slow storm motion and training. Don’t drive through flooded roadways. The heaviest rain will be in the morning and early afternoon, tapering off...
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