PHOTOS: Christmas unwrapped in New Orleans; A day of faith, fog and familiar Streets
Each Christmas, Times-Picayune director of photography David Grunfeld heads out to document the city always starting with midnight Mass. He has been doing the annual assignment for more than a decade, photographing New Orleans as it moves through the holiday — without a script, letting the day unfold. This year was...
New Orleans teen Jade Neves wins 2025 Allstate Sugar Bowl Tommy Moore Memorial junior...
NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - Eighty-four top-ranked junior golfers from across the United States and Canada competed in the 2025 Allstate Sugar Bowl Tommy Moore Memorial on Dec. 22-23 at TPC Louisiana, home of the PGA Tour’s Zurich Classic of New Orleans. Golfers from 16 states and Canadian provinces faced...
Gretna salon owner provides free custom wigs to veterans through VA program
GRETNA, La. (WVUE) - A local salon owner has made it her mission to help veterans access a little-known benefit that provides custom prosthetic wigs at no cost through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Gwen Cook, who operates Sisters in the Spirit Salon in Gretna, said she has been...
Jackson Square musician cuts through the fog with an eye on the future
NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - Fox 8 found Marty Montgomery playing his harmonica early on Christmas morning, yards from the Mississippi. A small crowd turned from the gathering fog over the river and listened as he played a rendition of ‘Silent Night.’. The moving performance came on the tail-end of...
14 Best Hidden Food Spots In New Orleans, Louisiana
I’ve spent years wandering through New Orleans neighborhoods, chasing flavors that don’t make it onto the typical tourist maps. These hidden gems are where locals go when they want something real, something unforgettable, something that makes you understand why this city’s food culture runs so deep. If...
13 U.S. Towns That Feel Like a Festival Even on a Normal Weekend
In some U.S. towns, the fun never seems to end, even when there is no official event happening. These places embrace a festive atmosphere all year long, with local gatherings and activities that create a vibrant community. From art festivals to food markets, there is always something going on. No matter when you...
Most Rev. James F. Checchio: Let us embrace God’s desire to be with us
Having just arrived in New Orleans last month, I guess I am the new kid on the block, and I am grateful to be able to share a few words about Christmas and what this celebration means. God’s greatest desire is to be with us. It is true. He made...
Churches have canceled events amid Border Patrol, allies step in to help
Empty churches on Christmas are now a reality for many Hispanic churches.
Louisiana National Guard deploys in New Orleans
Up to 350 Louisiana National Guard members began deploying in New Orleans through Mardi Gras to help maintain peace and safety in the Crescent City.
First Alert: Dense sea fog clears late and rolls in early for Christmas Eve...
NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - Widespread dense sea fog is set up across the area on Wednesday morning. Visibility of less than 1/4 mile is likely - use low beams, take it slow, and leave room on the roadways. The fog could linger for a good portion of the day. Highs...

















