New Orleans’ No. 1 fried chicken sandwich calls your name
When what you've got is a good thing, the New Orleans line goes out the door and down the block.
7 US Cities That Could Be Underwater by 2050
Picture this. You’re walking down a familiar street in a coastal city, maybe grabbing coffee or heading to work. The sun’s shining, life feels normal. Now imagine that same street flooded regularly, not from a hurricane or freak storm, but just because the tide came in. Sounds dystopian, right? Yet this is becoming reality for … The post 7 US Cities That Could Be Underwater...
City of New Orleans submits extension proposal for sanitation contract
The city of New Orleans has proposed a contract extension for sanitation services in Area 5, which covers the French Quarter and the Central Business District. “IV Waste has provided exceptional service in the French Quarter and CBD,” said Matt Tori, Director of the Department of Sanitation. “Residents and businesses alike look forward to continuing receipt of great sanitation services.”
Metairie home destroyed in weekend blaze
METAIRIE, La. (WGNO) — A Metairie-area home was destroyed over the weekend by a two-alarm fire. Around 7:32 p.m. on Saturday, April 11, crews were called to the blaze on Garden Street. Within three minutes of arrival, firefighters began attack operations using water stored on the engines. In an...
86-year-old Marrero resident identified as woman killed in two-car crash
The Jefferson Parish Coroner's Office has identified the woman killed in a two-vehicle crash that left three others injured in Marrero on Friday. Josephine Melanson , 86, of Marrero, was pronounced dead at the scene of the crash, which occurred just after noon at the intersection of Barataria Boulevard and Eighth Street.
The Most Sleep-Deprived U.S. Cities, Mapped
Has your alarm clock gone off when you just wanted one more hour of sleep? You're not alone, and in some cases, it may be something your entire city feels. One study found that almost 15% of Americans have trouble falling asleep while 18% struggle with staying asleep. Sleep quality can also be an issue for Americans who may have mitigating factors contributing to...
NOLA chef has big plans for the legendary Upperline restaurant. Here’s the first look.
Upperline, a New Orleans dining institution for decades, never reopened from the pandemic, and, after years of speculation about its future, the Uptown property at 1413 Upperline St. changed hands late in 2025. Now the new owners are sharing their plans for the first time. New Orleans chef Justin Devillier,...
Cody Johnson Delivers Jaw-Dropping Cover Of The Band Of Heathen’s “Hurricane” At Hondo Rodeo...
Chills. After a 2025 that was filled with ups and downs, highlighted primarily by suffering a blown-out eardrum in October and following it up with his first-ever CMA Male Vocalist of the Year award just a month later, Cody Johnson has already gotten off to a hot start in 2026. From a release standpoint, he’s been keeping singles coming early and often...
2-year-old hospitalized, uncle arrested after toddler accidentally shot himself, JPSO says
A 2-year-old boy was hospitalized Thursday night after Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office investigators say he accidentally shot himself while holding a gun. The boy's condition was not available Monday, but he is expected to survive, said Sgt. Brandon Veal, spokesperson for the Sheriff's Office. The boy's uncle, Cedric Johnson, 29,...
🎁 Freebies Up for Grabs in Metairie — Flooring, Decor & More
Looking for some great free finds around Metairie? Neighbors are giving away home goods, building materials, and even a few feathered friends. Check out what’s available right now:
