New Orleans police investigate shooting on Elysian Fields Avenue, two injured
The New Orleans Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred in the 6200 block of Elysian Fields Avenue.
Man, teen boy wounded early Sunday in Gentilly drive-by shooting, NOPD says
NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - A man and a 14-year-old boy were shot early Sunday (Nov. 9) in Gentilly by a gunman passing in an SUV, New Orleans police said. The victims were stable when transported by New Orleans EMS personnel for hospital treatment, the NOPD said, but neither of their conditions nor injuries from the...
ICE arrests 15 people in Kenner after resident complaints
Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrested 15 people in Kenner after an investigation at the Kenner boat launch. Kenner police said on Friday, around 9 p.m., federal agencies and state police investigated the boat launch and pier park area. Police said this was due to complaints they received from residents...
Blakeview: Segregation in New Orleans public schools came to an end 65 years ago
This week marks the 65th anniversary of the desegregation of New Orleans public schools, the day that four 6-year-old girls were accompanied by U.S. marshals as they walked into school. On Nov. 14, 1960, Gail Etienne, Tessie Prevost and Leona Tate integrated McDonogh 19 Elementary School on St. Claude Avenue. At the...
First Alert: Arctic air arrives, bringing frost and freeze conditions this week
NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - The Arctic air arrives as a strong cold front moves through Sunday morning. Winds will be brisk in the afternoon, with gusts of up to 30 miles per hour possible. Temperatures will linger in the low 70s behind the front before plummeting overnight into Monday morning.
Slidell Police release video of alleged Friday afternoon bank robber
SLIDELL, La. (WVUE) - Slidell Police have released video images of a man accused of robbing a Fidelity Bank branch on Gause Boulevard late Friday afternoon. The suspect, described by police as a Black male clad in a gray tracksuit with a neck brace, bucket hat and medical mask, allegedly entered the bank shortly...
New Orleans church gifts free groceries, gas to families amid government shutdown
One car after another pulled up to Rock of Ages Baptist Church to receive groceries, as people looked to ease the strain they've experienced due to the government shutdown.
Early morning storms followed by windy Sunday afternoon
NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) – Sunday will be quite the transitional day in terms of your weather. Starting with early morning showers and storms that will slowly, but surely cross into the I-10/I-12 corridor, North Shore and Mississippi counties by 5 a.m. then move southeastward towards the South Shore and coastal areas.
HDLC approves demolition of Lindy Boggs Medical Center
The HDLC voted to approve the demolition of the former Lindy Boggs Medical Center in Mid-City. (Danny Monteverde/PRC) The New Orleans Historic District Landmarks Commission voted Nov. 5 to approve demolition of the Lindy Boggs Medical Center, formerly Mercy Hospital, at 301 Norman C. Francis Parkway in the Mid-City...
Xavier students, alumni gather to celebrate university’s centennial
NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - The atmosphere will be electric at Xavier University this weekend as students and alumni gather to celebrate the university’s centennial. Large crowds gathered on campus Friday afternoon for a celebration on the yard, where Greek organizations showcased their strolling abilities. William...

















