Orleans DA declined to prosecute man now wanted in hit-and-run of five juveniles
(The Center Square) – The man being sought in connection with a hit-and-run that hospitalized five juveniles has a lengthy criminal record — and dozens of his charges were previously refused by Orleans Parish prosecutors. Bryan Johnson has been booked on more than 40 charges since 2021, including at least ten counts...
One dead, one wanted in fatal I-10 hit-and-run
According to the NOPD Major Offense Log, the victim’s car was in the center lane and possibly having car trouble when another vehicle rear-ended slammed into its rear. The impact of the crash killed the victim.
Neighbors push back on plans for homeless shelter in New Orleans’ Tulane-Gravier area
The city's first attempt to create transitional housing for homeless people, especially those in need of mental health services, is moving forward with the the New Orleans Redevelopment Authority as the new leaseholder of the vacant Tulane-Gravier area site that has caused a stir among neighbors unhappy with the plans.
New Orleans has fewer “wealthy” renters than most metros
New Orleans lags nationally for our share of "wealthy" renters, per a Redfin analysis of the latest Census Bureau data, and saw one of the country's biggest drops for its share of them between 2019 and 2023. Yes, but: That's not what's happening nationally. Rich renters are on the rise...
Louisiana Motorist Videos Fight on I-10 Near Superdome
(New Orleans, Louisiana) - A video of a fight alongside I-10 in New Orleans is making its way around on social media, and it shows three people involved in the confrontation. A motorist, who was driving past the Superdome in New Orleans, filmed the altercation as three people wrestled and kicked each other.
These Are the Most Cockroach Infested Cities in the U.S.
Cockroaches are among the most common pests found in homes across the United States – if not the world. Unluckily for us, these insects are annoyingly resilient and can make a home pretty much anywhere. Even though they are found all over the country, there are a few cities that are especially cockroach infested. 1....
With Katrina anniversary approaching, new series looks at LSU researcher’s predictions
BATON ROUGE - The National Geographic Channel this weekend unveiled the start of a five-part series that takes a long look at predictions made by an LSU engineering professor before Hurricane Katrina struck New Orleans. Next month marks 20 years since the storm hit. A year before the storm, professor...
Hurricane Katrina Myths Challenged In Nat Geo’s ‘Race Against Time,’ Ahead Of 20th Anniversary
It has been nearly two decades since Hurricane Katrina changed the city of New Orleans as we know it, and a new docuseries is drawing attention to not only the resilience of its survivors but also the responsibility of mainstream media in accurately informing and representing the masses.
Carrollton Avenue on-ramp will close daily for repairs
Repairs to the Carrollton Avenue I-10 westbound on-ramp will begin Monday, July 28. The on-ramp will face limited closures until it is fixed.
New Orleans events: White Linen Night, Mumford & Sons, Primus and more on July...
Looking for more to do this week? Check out the latest on Gambit's calendar at calendar.gambitweekly.com. There are art shows, live music, art activations and more during White Linen Night in the Warehouse District. Art galleries, museums and some businesses in the Warehouse District host receptions for new shows,...
