Jefferson Parish Launches Online Surplus Property Auction, Bids on Vehicles, Equipment Start Tomorrow in...
Jefferson Parish is shifting into digital auction mode once again, with its online surplus property sale starting tomorrow, February 12, 2026, and will keep going until February 26, 2026, in partnership with GovDeals. Items up for grabs include a mix of vehicles and equipment, notably trucks, vans, buses, zero-turn...
From L.A. Star to Mardi Gras Royalty: Patrick Warburton Reigns as King Bacchus LVII
Los Angeles favorite Patrick Warburton — known to many as “Puddy” on “Seinfeld” and the voice of Joe Swanson on “Family Guy” — has been crowned King Bacchus LVII for the 2026 Mardi Gras celebration in New Orleans. This Sunday, Feb. 15,...
As discharge flowed into Dwyer Canal, complaints to SWBNO went unheard, councilmember says
Water that may contain sewage has been leaking into the Dwyer Canal in New Orleans East for almost two months, according to residents and New Orleans City Council members. Sewerage and Water Board of New Orleans (SWBNO) officials, however, told the council during a joint committee meeting on Tuesday that its crews...
New Orleans Gas Bills Go Off the Rails as Furious Locals Flood City Hall
New Orleans residents are sounding the alarm over what they say are eye-popping jumps in their natural-gas bills, and they are taking those frustrations straight to City Hall. Dozens packed council chambers on Tuesday to demand answers after seeing sudden, hefty increases on their monthly statements. Neighbors from...
Crackdown on cartels, trafficking nets hundreds of arrests in New Orleans, officials say
Law enforcement agencies in the New Orleans area are participating in a new federal task force, officials said, targeting cartels and trafficking operations. The U.S. Attorney’s Office in New Orleans announced the partnership Tuesday morning, though it kicked off several weeks ago. It’s co-led by the FBI and the...
John Kennedy blasts Krewe of Carrollton ‘knuckleheads’ who threw at cops, urges prosecutions
U.S. Sen. John Kennedy, R-Madisonville, said in a speech on the Senate floor that the “knuckleheads” in the Krewe of Carrollton who are accused of aggressively throwing objects at police officers should be prosecuted. “I want to choose my words carefully here because I love Louisiana,” Kennedy said...
Christmas Movie Casting Paid Extras in Louisiana
A family-friendly Christmas movie is casting paid background extras in the New Orleans area.
The Nostalgic 86-Year-Old Diner In New Orleans That Keeps Its Lights On 24/7
Looking for a place to grab a bite after a night out on Bourbon Street? This diner is a NOLA staple that serves burger, club sandwiches, pie, and more 24/7.
Hotel owner reacts to National Guardsmen leaving rifle inside restroom
A national guardsman leaving his rifle inside a French Quarter restroom over the weekend is raising concerns. The State’s National Guard is investigating the incident, but the hotel staff moved quickly to make sure everyone stayed safe, while the weapon was away from the guardsman. The owner at the...
New Orleans police officer dances with NOLA Bombshells in Krewe of Carrollton parade
At the Krewe of Carrollton parade, this past weekend, a New Orleans Police Department officer working at the parade joined in to dance with the NOLA Bombshells dance krewe.
