New Orleans Police Seek Public’s Help to Identify Suspects in Leonidas Street Package Theft
The New Orleans Police Department is seeking assistance from the public in their efforts to identify and locate three individuals implicated in a recent package theft. The incident, which occurred around 11:15 a.m. on January 25, took place in the 1400 block of Leonidas Street, as reported in a social media post by...
Two shot in Seventh Ward Wednesday evening, police say
NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - Two people were shot and taken to the hospital Wednesday evening in the Seventh Ward, according to NOPD. The shooting happened at the intersection of North Miro Street and New Orleans Street. Police got the call at about 5:43 p.m. Both people who were shot were...
Trombone Shorty announces a star-studded 40th birthday concert during Jazz Fest
Troy "Trombone Shorty" Andrews, who first became a New Orleans musician of note when his trombone was taller than he was, is turning 40 this year. He's celebrating in a big way. On April 25, the first Saturday of the 2026 New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, he'll preside over...
Algiers Shooting Investigation Ongoing, Resident Witnessed Child Victim Suffering
So far, the only details shared about the shooting suspect in Algiers is that he is a black male. A child and adult are recovering.
‘Irrational Guard’ clowns tried to breach a New Orleans Mardi Gras parade: ‘Not welcome’
The unexpected appearance of a satirical, and possibly disruptive, Mardi Gras group at a Sunday parade has caused backlash on social media, prompting a response from the ‘tit Rex krewe. Just before parade time, a cluster of clowns wearing camouflaged costumes, white face paint and red rubber noses, gathered...
Convicted of raping child, Mark Albarado sentenced to life in prison
A Jefferson Parish judge on Wednesday (Feb. 4) sentenced Mark Albarado to life in prison for his conviction of raping a juvenile. Albarado, 50, of Marrero, was convicted by a jury on Jan. 14 of first-degree rape of a juvenile under age 13 and sexual battery of a juvenile under age 13.
Funeral procession announced for deputy hit and killed during funeral procession
The Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Office has announced details of the plan to honor a fallen deputy. “As part of the funeral services of Deputy Ohlmeyer, a procession will take place on February 5, 2026,” Captain Jason Rivarde detailed.
New Orleans mentioned 536 times in latest Epstein files release, including search for woman
NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - New Orleans is mentioned 536 times in the federal government’s latest dump of Jeffrey Epstein investigation materials, including the search for a woman from the city initiated by the late financier and convicted sex offender. Many mentions of the city are duplicates within emails related...
The Cost of the Catch
We’ve all experienced it: a sea of upturned faces packed along St. Charles Avenue, thousands of arms outstretched against a backdrop of ancient live oaks and glittering floats. Between the masked riders above and the longing hands below, a dense volley of throws hangs suspended in the air. As the riders taunt the...
A local artist renovated this Victorian home in Central City. Now it’s for sale.
A Victorian house in Central City dating back to the 1880s became a creative outlet for local artist Ellen Macomber as she renovated the property, modernizing it and decorating with her distinct colorful flair. Now it’s back on the market. The home was listed by real estate company New...
