Aggressive brown lizards are displacing green lizards in New Orleans. Heat could worsen it.
Like many residents of warm climates, the brown lizards scurrying around New Orleans have a worse temper in extreme heat. According to a new study from Tulane researchers, these invasive brown anoles grow more aggressive toward their native green counterparts as temperatures rise. The research helps provide an...
Travelers face winter storm delays leaving after holiday in New Orleans
NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - While New Orleanians dreamed of a white Christmas that never came this year, some families traveled south to experience a warmer holiday. AAA projects more than 122 million Americans will travel at least 50 miles from home over the nearly two-week period between Dec. 20-Jan. 1.
NOPD investigating separate shootings, one fatal
The first shooting, which left a man dead, happened just before 4 a.m. on Chef Menteur Highway near Crowder Boulevard. The second shooting occurred on South Roman Street near Perdido Street.
One killed in Algiers hit-and-run
It happened just before 6 a.m. Monday on General Meyer at Odeon Street. The victim died at the scene. Police have not provided any details about the suspect vehicle.
New Orleans launches robust safety plan for New Year’s, including increased law enforcement presence
New Orleans homeland security and emergency preparedness director Colin Arnold says preparations are already in place to protect residents and visitors during a stretch that includes New Year’s celebrations, the Sugar Bowl, and the start of Carnival.
New Orleans pedestrian killed in S. Claiborne crash
According to NOPD officials, witnesses said the woman, 28, was riding her scooter along Claiborne when a driver who was crossing the street struck her. EMS crews took the victim to a hospital, where she later died.
National Guard deploying to New Orleans nears
With big events like the New Year's Eve celebration and Allstate Sugar Bowl approaching, all signs point to the 350 Louisiana National Guard troops making their presence known soon.
One dead at residence on Chef Menteur Highway, NOPD says
NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - The NOPD is investigating a homicide that occurred Monday morning (Dec. 29) in the 8500 block of Chef Menteur Highway. Initial reports show Seventh District Officers received a call of shots fired in the area, and upon responding to the location, discovered an adult male suffering from at least...
City employees laid off amid budget deficit, more layoffs expected in January
NEW ORLEANS — Layoffs are beginning at City Hall as the city works to close a budget gap. According to NOLA.com, 13 City Hall employees were laid off this month under mayor-elect Helena Moreno's plan to balance New Orleans' budget. The cuts affect staff in the Mayor's Office of...
Pedestrian killed in second fatal crash in Marrero
MARRERO, La. (WVUE) - A pedestrian was killed after being struck by a truck Sunday evening in what the Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Office said was the second fatal crash in Marrero that day. Deputies responded around 6:40 p.m. to the 5900 block of 4th Street after an adult male...
