Ever wonder who Almonaster Avenue was named after?
Many drivers travel on Almonaster Avenue, which runs from the Upper 9th Ward to New Orleans East, without thinking about the source of its name. New Orleans first dedicated Almonaster Avenue in 1852. The street was named after Andrés Almonaster y Rojas, an 18th-century royal notary and philanthropist. Born...
Fox 8 poll shows Michelle Woodfork with commanding lead in Orleans sheriff race
NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - Michelle Woodfork, the former interim chief of the New Orleans Police Department, has a commanding lead in the race to become the next Orleans Parish sheriff, according to a new Fox 8 poll. The poll was conducted by Mason Dixon Polling and Research from Sept. 8-10....
Hackers start leaking New Orleans sheriff ransomware data
The Qilin ransomware gang is officially selling data stolen during an attack earlier this month on New Orleans' sheriff's office, according to a dark web listing seen by Axios. Why it matters: Hackers typically dump the data they steal online if a victim doesn't pay the ransom — putting confidential...
Editorial: Federal help can improve public safety in New Orleans — but only if...
The city of New Orleans has a long and fruitful history of working closely with other agencies to combat crime. Joint task forces with federal agencies such as the FBI and DEA, cooperative endeavors with neighboring jurisdictions and the Troop Nola partnership with Louisiana State Police have bolstered local efforts....
Gentilly Fest 2025 to Honor the Historic New Orleans Neighborhood
A celebration of the one-of-a-kind Gentilly District, Gentilly Fest 2025 will take place in Ponchartrain Park from October 10 to 12. The festival showcases everything that the Gentilly District has to offer, from delicious Creole cuisine to talented jazz musicians. Food & Drinks. The festival is welcoming 20 local...
Morgus the Magnificent lives again at WYES gala featuring a costume contest and mad...
Fans of Morgus the Magnificent will celebrate the wacky New Orleans TV mad scientist at the third annual "WYES Presents Morgus Madness," to raise money for the public television station. The ghoulish gala will take place at 7 p.m. Oct. 17 at WYES, 916 Navarre Ave. in New Orleans. Morgus...
Jefferson Parish Opens Online Auction for Surplus Goods, Bid on Trucks, Tractors, and More...
Jefferson Parish sets the stage for treasure seekers and everyday citizens alike, looking to get their hands on government surplus through an online auction launching this September. In partnership with GovDeals, a virtual bid war will ensue, featuring items like trucks, vans, tractors, and various other machinery...
The New York Times says this college dive bar in New Orleans is one...
College towns are known for bars with sticky countertops, thunderous music and students consuming immense amounts of alcohol. But can they also have a good dive? The New York Times says it’s possible. In a list released by The Athletic on Friday, ten college bars across the United States...
Mother of Bryan Vasquez held without bond; newborn tested positive for cocaine at July...
NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - The Orleans Parish District Attorney’s Office said in court Monday (Sept. 15) that the mother of Bryan Vasquez and his newborn sibling each tested positive for cocaine in July. Magistrate Commissioner Jonathan Friedman ordered Hilda Vasquez held without bond Monday, exactly one week after...
NOLA-Caribbean Takeout Spot Coming to North Claiborne
Riddim Caribbean Kitchen will be a late-night spot serving classic New Orleans food, and some Honduran dishes
