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New Orleans police are digging into a shooting in the Desire neighborhood after a man showed up at a local hospital Monday with a gunshot wound. Detectives believe the incident started in the 4600 block of Chef Menteur Highway, although the exact scene is still being pinned down and details remain thin while the invest

The Jefferson Parish District Attorney's Office formally filed charges against a longtime employee of Deanie's Seafood who is accused of stealing more than $40,000 from the popular Bucktown restaurant. Cynthia Esquerre, 51, of Metairie, was charged with one count of felony theft, according to court records. She pleaded

The Orleans Parish Sheriff’s Office is conducting a multi-agency security assessment and sweep of the Orleans Justice Center. According to OPSO, the operation is focused on detecting and removing contraband, assessing institutional security vulnerabilities, evaluating operational practices, and reinforcing safety measu

The performer who ran across the field while running with a "Sudan and Gaza" flag, was convicted of resisting an officer.

New Orleans is partnering with other cities and states in a new trade organization focused on strengthening local music scenes. Why it matters: Louisiana's music industry is worth $1.4 billion and employs more than 35,000 people. The big picture: The Association of Music Offices formally launched Monday at the Music...

Heads up! Today is a WDSU First Warning Weather Alert Day for the potential of heavy rain, flash flooding, and an isolated severe risk. The Weather Prediction Center has upgraded the flash flood risk for sections of the I-10 corridor through tonight to a Slight(Level 2 out of 4) Risk.

Two fine dining restaurants that have already earned national acclaim were recently added to New York Times food critic Brett Anderson’s list of the best restaurants in New Orleans. Michelin star-winning Emeril’s and Algiers retreat Saint Claire made the updated 2026 roundup. The list is part of The Times'...

NEW ORLEANS — A beloved swamp rat who resided in Bucktown has died after a brief cancer battle. Neuty's owners posted on Instagram that the six-year-old neutria passed away while peacefully sleeping on one of his favorite rugs. "We are devastated, and our hearts hurt," his owners wrote on...

LOUISIANA — A stalled semi-truck caused major traffic delays Tuesday morning on Interstate 10 eastbound near the I-610 eastbound split in Metairie. Officials said the truck was blocking two right lanes near Mile Marker 230, leading to heavy congestion that stretched back to Kenner during the morning commute. Drivers...

SLIDELL, La. — All six suspects connected to a shootout outside a Slidell McDonald’s that injured a teenager are now in custody, according to police. Seventeen-year-old Eric Watson Jr. turned himself in on Monday, just days after Slidell police announced they were searching for him. Last week, Slidell...