This midcentury modern home in New Orleans’ Lakeview honors original owners through transformation
When Julie and Michael Green bought a midcentury modern home in West Lakeview in 2022, they became the second owners. The home was built in 1964 on one-third of an acre by Judge Louis DiRosa and Lesley Broussard DiRosa. “We really wanted to honor the home and the family that...
Metairie man sues Jefferson Parish over utility bill
METAIRIE, La. (WVUE) - Metairie resident Taylor Darden is suing the Jefferson Parish Water Department over his bi-monthly utility bill. At issue is his May-June bill and how he says it spiked while he was out of the country. “99,000 gallons of water use. 99,000 gallons along with a bill...
‘An angel in a red dress’: Friend remembers New Orleans jazz singer killed on...
NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - Five people from Louisiana died in the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks, including New Orleans jazz singer Elizabeth Ann Farmer. Decades later, one of her close friends is sharing memories of Farmer’s life, hoping to connect with others who can help keep the musician’s legacy alive.
Cincinnati hires New Orleans firm to examine racial disparities in police stops
Cincinnati has hired New Orleans-based AH Datalytics to review years of Cincinnati Police Department contact-card data. The review will also examine the methodology used by Campaign Zero, which reported significant racial disparities in Cincinnati police stops. The city expects preliminary findings and recommendations
Belle Chasse RV park owner seeks answers after fire
BELLE CHASSE, La. (WVUE) - The owner of Toys On Wheels RV Storage went to the Plaquemines Parish Council meeting Thursday (Sept. 10) seeking answers. She did not get significant feedback from councilmembers during the meeting. Sheryl Wilson’s business caught fire on July 31. Belle Chasse volunteer firefighters scramble
TUPD arrests 3 students for removing Flock camera outside The Boot
The Tulane University Police Department arrested three Tulane University students early Friday morning after they removed a Flock Safety camera and carried it into the lobby of a building, according to TUPD. Flock cameras are AI-powered automated license plate readers. According to police, suspects removed the camera f
This Historic 1829 Louisiana Hotel Is Packed With Ghostly Legends And Restless Spirits
In the heart of the French Quarter, The Haunted Hotel has been standing since 1829 and carries plenty of spooky stories. People come from all over to sleep under its roof, hoping to catch a glimpse of the spirits said to wander its halls. It mixes real history with a...
All La. Office of Motor Vehicles centers to be closed on Monday
All Louisiana Office of Motor Vehicles centers will be closed on Monday, Sept. 14, OMV officials announced Friday.
Remembering the little-known Battle of Lake Pontchartrain
A wreath-laying ceremony commemorating the anniversary of the Battle of Lake Pontchartrain was held Sept. 10 on the Mandeville Lakefront. The event, which was sponsored by the city of Mandeville, the Sons of the American Revolution and the Granaderos y Damas de Galvez, remembered the little-known but important naval ba
Knocked down traffic pole in Metairie leads to road closures, traffic delays
Due to a knocked down traffic signal pole, eastbound Airline Highway and Ridgewood Drive were closed by the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development on Friday.

















