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Global tech outage disrupts flights, hospitals, OMV in Louisiana
NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - A global technology outage caused major disruptions Friday (July 19) morning at Armstrong International Airport (MSY) in New Orleans, grounding flights and creating delays. The outage has affected airlines, banks, media outlets, and companies worldwide. LCMC Health facilities and the Louisiana Office of Motor Vehicles (OMV)...
French Quarter businesses gear up to ban guns, push back on Louisiana's permitless carry law
People will soon be free to carry concealed guns in New Orleans without a permit, but those who do so in the French Quarter could soon find their options limited. Business owners in the Vieux Carré began Wednesday placing new laminated signs in storefronts announcing "No firearms allowed on this property," marking the latest local response to the state's new permitless carry law.
Dillon college student organizing health fair to help community
DILLON, S.C. (WPDE) — A Dillon college student wants people in her community to live healthier lives and she’s putting her words into action. Bryanna Grice is studying pre-medicine and biology at Xavier University in New Orleans. Grice said she does volunteer work at McLeod Health and loves...
Weather Service Warns – Excessive Rain This Weekend in Louisiana
The Weather Prediction Center has issued an ominous alert for cities such as Baton Rouge, New Orleans, Lafayette, Lake Charles, and Shreveport. That alert which covers the entire state over the next three days suggests that several "life-threatening" weather events could occur and residents should be prepared. The catalyst for...
Woman dead after hit-and-run on Chef Menteur Highway, New Orleans police say
A woman was killed in a hit-and-run between the Michoud and Willow Brook neighborhoods on Chef Menteur Highway late Thursday night, according to the New Orleans Police Department. Police responded to the call at 10:28 p.m. in the 13700 block of Chef Menteur Highway. The woman was pronounced dead at...
Vappie allegedy searched similar scandals, Zurik’s address
NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - One part of the indictment against Jeffrey Vappie states he went online to search for an alleged affair that involved public officials in another city. According to the indictment, Vappie conducted online searches of the scandal surrounding the former mayor of Nashville and a member of her security detail. In 2017, rumors of a romantic affair between then Nashville Mayor Megan Barry and her bodyguard, police sergeant Robert Forrest.
Beatties Ford’s newest food spot brings New Orleans-style cooking to the West End
A Black-owned carryout-style restaurant, Bite Your Tongue Authentic New Orleans Cuisine, opened recently on Beatties Ford Road. The restaurant serves Louisiana Cajun-inspired dishes, like red beans and rice, po’ boy sandwiches and more. Bite Your Tongue operates from a commercial kitchen that Historic West End Partners opened in attempt...
Buccaneers' NFC South Rivals Face Devastating Blow After Key Player Out for 2024
The New Orleans Saints will be facing an uphill battle in 2024 as they try to navigate their struggles at one of the most important positions on the field. The New Orleans Saints will be without one of their best players for the entire 2024 season. On Friday, Adam Schefter...
Watch My Shoes: Melissa Carnegie Shares Insights On Monetization At Essence Festival Panel & Hosts Event Celebrating Women Sneaker Heads
Melissa Carnegie is the visionary founder of Kicks and Fros, a vibrant community and brand dedicated to celebrating the intersection of sneaker culture, black culture, and the empowerment of women. During a dynamic panel at the Essence Hollywood House, Carnegie shared her expertise on content monetization in the content creator space. Following the panel, she hosted an engaging event “Kicks, Grails & Cocktails,” in partnership with Her Grails and Uncle Funky’s Daughter.
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