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Coroner: Skull found seven years ago identified as Slidell man
LACOMBE --- When a human skull turned up in the Big Branch Wildlife Refuge nearly seven years ago, there were many mysteries: Who was it? Why was that the only bone found? How did they die?. It has taken many hours of work and thousands of dollars, but St. Tammany...
WGNO Producer killed, man arrested after fatal crash on Crescent City Connection
NEW ORLEANS — One person was killed and another was arrested after a crash on the Crescent City Connection Friday morning. Louisiana State Police said the crash claimed the life of 48-year-old Mark Deane of Gretna. State police arrested Alberto Martinez-Sanchez, 29, of Gretna for negligent homicide and other traffic-related charges, the release said.
Judge allowed to stay on rape case, DA’s Office plans to fight
NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - An Orleans Parish Criminal Court judge gets to remain on a rape case after the District Attorney’s Office said he acted inappropriately and biased. Thursday afternoon, Judge Kimya Holmes ruled that Judge Ben Willard can continue presiding over a first-degree rape case. Holmes heard testimony from the DA’s office, defense and an NOPD officer. Holmes also reviewed transcripts obtained from Judge Willard’s court reporter.
Tales of the Cocktail Foundation Announced Taylor Swift Eras Tour Ticket Raffle
NEW ORLEANS (press release) – Tales of the Cocktail Foundation (TOTCF) announced it’s are in its fundraising era alongside Children’s Hospital New Orleans (CHNOLA) to raffle two sets of two (2) suite tickets to Taylor Swift’s Oct. 26 Eras concert in New Orleans. Two separate drawings will be held – Sept. 13 and Sept. 20 – each selecting one winner to receive a set of two (2) suite tickets for each raffle. All proceeds will directly benefit TOTCF and CHNOLA, additional details and a link to purchase tickets may be found on the dedicated raffle page.
Louisiana’s First Buc-ee’s Clears MAJOR Hurdle – Construction Closer Than Ever
RUSTON, La. (KPEL News) - America's favorite beaver mascot took a step closer to getting a foothold in Louisiana this week after the zoning commission in Ruston, Louisiana approved a site map for the establishment. Now, Buc-ee's is closer than ever to its first Bayou State travel center. A crucial...
Porch Poppin’: New Orleans’ extreme heat has forced youth athletes and coaches to adapt
In this episode of Porch Poppin’, E.J. Johnson talks about the steps Louisiana schools are taking to protect athletes from the extreme heat. Republish our articles for free, online or in print, under a Creative Commons license.
Need weekend plans? Here are some New Orleans events for Aug. 23-25
With plenty of schools back in session, weekend fun becomes most precious. So sashay out there and have a good time with these great Crescent City capers — and even an early Carnival. Get a taste of Carnival merriment Saturday when the Krewe of O.A.K. takes to the streets...
Where to Eat and Drink in New Orleans this Week
Weekdays might not be as exciting as the weekend, but these food and drink events and specials around town are sure to add some tasty fun to your calendar. Coffee drinkers will have a chance to prove their love during Gambit's For the Love of Coffee Crawl. From now through Monday, September 2, visit some of the city's amazing coffee shops for a chance to win The Moccamaster KBGV Select Model Home Brewing System and free entry for you and a guest to the NOLA Coffee Festival on September 27-28. More information on participating coffee shops and rules for entry can be found here.
NTSB: Pilot Was Asleep When Tow Boat Hit Pier In Mississippi River
A federal investigation says the pilot of a tow boat was asleep when the vessel hit a pier upriver from New Orleans last year. The National Transportation Safety Board concluded its probe on Wednesday. The NTSB says the pilot of the boat named John 3:16 fell asleep on the job...
Release of ex-NOPD detective who molested children puts kids at risk, says victim
NEW ORLEANS — The president of a child sexual molestation survivors’ advocacy organization says children have been left “at risk” after his abuser, Stanley Burkhardt, was recently released from a federal halfway house with relatively few limits on his movements. Burkhardt is a former New Orleans...
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