New Orleans police investigating first homicide of 2026
NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) -New Orleans police are investigating a shooting that left one person dead Friday afternoon. Seventh District officers responded around 4:25 p.m. to a report of a shooting in the 5900 block of Boeing Street, where they found an unresponsive 24-year-old man with at least one gunshot wound.
Blake Pontchartrain: Before ‘H.R. Pufnstuf,’ the Krofft brothers staged a puppet show on Bourbon...
Is it true that Sid and Marty Krofft, the creators of my favorite 1970s TV children’s show, “H.R. Pufnstuf,” once had an adult puppet show on Bourbon Street? When and where did it play?. The Krofft brothers, the imaginative minds behind 1970s TV shows such as “H.R....
NOFD responds to New Orleans Fire Fighters Association’s claim of ‘wrongful termination’
The New Orleans Fire Department responded to the New Orleans Fire Fighters Association's claim that the department "wrongfully terminated" four firefighters.
Louisiana Weather Alert: Cooler Pattern Brings Cold Rain to Southern Louisiana Jan 9–13
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. New Orleans, Louisiana – A cooler and unsettled weather pattern could bring periods of cold rain to southern Louisiana heading into mid-January, creating damp conditions and slower travel across the region....
8 Sandwiches in New Orleans I Keep Comparing Every Other Sandwich To
In New Orleans, sandwiches are more than a quick bite—they’re a reflection of the city’s bold flavors, rich culture, and culinary creativity. From po’boys piled high with fried seafood to spicy, slow-cooked meats, every sandwich feels memorable, indulgent, and full of personality. Eating one is a way to taste the...
Police arrest 2 suspects after an armed robbery attempt on 2 customers at a...
NEW ORLEANS — New Orleans police arrested two suspects after an armed robbery attempt on two customers at a store in New Orleans East. The incident was reported early Sunday morning in the 6600 block of Chef Menteur Highway. According to police, an adult man and an adult woman...
The Gorgeous Fishing Village In Louisiana Where Retirees Are Living Their Best Life
Tucked away in Louisiana’s intricate network of bayous sits a community so authentically charming it feels like stepping into a different era. Jean Lafitte isn’t just another dot on the map. It’s a waterfront wonderland where retirement dreams come true without requiring a fortune. Named after the...
2026 Sugar Bowl Week in New Orleans
ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - Locker Room Report returns for the first episode of the new year. WALB Sports joined us from New Orleans for the 2026 Sugar Bowl. Join WALB Sports as they break down all the action. Have a news tip or see an error that needs correction? Let...
A much cooler second half of the weekend
NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - After a brief cool-down on Sunday, the forecast will feel anything but January-like. Cooler air arrives on Sunday with a cooler morning in the 50s and highs returning to the mid-60s. The temperature rebound will be quick as highs return to around 70 Monday and soar...
Loved ones, bystanders honor the lives lost one year after the Bourbon Street terror...
January 1, 2025, will always be etched in the back of the minds of many, as it marks the one-year anniversary of the Bourbon Street terror attack that killed 14 people and injured dozens of others.
