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New records show how much Jeffrey Vappie will get paid a month for the rest of his life.
Former New Orleans Police Department officer Jeffrey Vappie is going to collect more than $6,000 a month for the rest of his life. This is according to the Municipal Police Employees Retirement System. That's what his state pension is after retiring from the NOPD days before being indicted on federal...
Cantrell administration outlines ambitious plan to overhaul how New Orleans enforces a host of city laws
Mayor LaToya Cantrell’s administration has quietly begun work on an ambitious overhaul of how the city enforces a host of laws, ranging from short-term rentals and building codes to parking violations, some of which are underway and others that will require City Council approval. In a July 19 letter...
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...
Southern Miss football optimistic about new additions in 2024
NEW ORLEANS, La. (WLOX) - The Southern Miss Golden Eagles are into year three in the Sun Belt as they hope to improve from a 3-9 season last year. At Sun Belt Media Days, USM expressed a lot of optimism in its recruiting classes and transfer portal additions. Southern Miss...
Saints took the cautious approach with Ryan Ramczyk's surgery
The Ryan Ramczyk injury and surgery saga has been a difficult one to watch unfold, as he will be missing the season after being placed on the reserve/physically unable to perform (PUP) list. However, there are still small glimmers of hope coming out of the New Orleans Saints front office and coaching staff, which could be a positive sign moving into next season.
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...
Krewe of ALLA takes a step toward new time slot, and will crown first Black royalty
The Krewe of ALLA will crown its first Black king and queen in time for Carnival 2025, the captain of the 92-year-old krewe told members of a Council committee on Wednesday. Gian Durand and former City Council member James Carter will hold the titles. “I’m so honored to be the...
Appeals judges rule against fund used to provide phone services for rural and low-income people
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Calling it a “misbegotten tax,” a federal appeals court in New Orleans ruled Wednesday that a method the Federal Communications Commission uses to fund telephone service for rural and low-income people and broadband services for schools and libraries is unconstitutional. The immediate implications...
'A Streetcar Named Desire' will extend run, New Orleans theater company announces
For Blanche, Stella and Stanley, this "Streetcar" keeps going and going. The Tennessee Williams Theatre Company's production of the classic New Orleans-based story of faded Southern glories and family dynamics will run through Aug. 11 at the Marigny Opera House. The initial two weekends of the run sold out and...
New Orleans students make gains on state tests. Jefferson, Tammany scores are flat.
Student growth across the New Orleans area largely stagnated this year with test scores not quite back to pre-pandemic levels in most grades and subjects, reflecting state and national trends, according to new data released this week. NOLA Public Schools was among the districts in the state with the most...
$2M for improvements to Shreveport Regional through federal infrastructure bill
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) – Louisiana Senator Dr. Bill Cassidy announced money for Louisiana airport improvements, including Shreveport Regional Airport. A news release from the senator’s office announced $9M allotted for improvements to state airports through the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA). This includes $2 million for the Shreveport Airport Authority to construct new terminal gate space.
Goyeneche: Cantrell's cell phone could be key to the case
It starting to seem like a possibility. We are learning that several pieces of evidence have been gathered, and President of the Metropolitan Crime Commission, Rafael Goyeneche, says there are clue in the Vappie indictment that lead to that fact.
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.”
Leah Chase’s Lafayette Academy Still Needs Qualified Educators Before Opening
According to Orleans Parish School Board member Olin Parker, the number of positions the school needs is based on an enrollment figure of 300 students, but since the school currently only has around 200 students, the extra positions might not have to be filled after all. In February, New Orleans’...
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...
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