NOPD investigating deadly shooting in Central City
NEW ORLEANS — The New Orleans Police Department is investigating a homicide that left one man dead in Central City. Police say the shooting happened at the intersection of Willow Street and Jackson Avenue around 2:50 p.m. When officers arrived at the scene, they found an adult male suffering...
Louisiana woman’s pothole ‘catastrophe’ goes viral — video shows cars loudly damaging, crashing parts....
In most cities, potholes are a mild inconvenience — an annoying bump in the road. But for one New Orleans resident, it’s become a full-blown neighborhood spectacle. A viral video shared by Jasmine Saul shows the “catastrophe of a street” she lives. Shared through social media, the Ring camera clips show cars slamming...
New Orleans races to revive $125M payroll loan
New Orleans City Council members head to Baton Rouge on Wednesday to make an in-person request for a $125 million loan for payroll. Why it matters: The last request fell through after Attorney General Liz Murrill said she'd require state oversight of the city's finances in exchange for the funds.
SNAP help on the Northshore: Organization offers free food, clothes, and rental assistance
It’s a one-stop shop on the Northshore at the Samaritan Center. They’re offering food, clothing, and housing assistance to families struggling to make ends meet. “We know there’s the government shutdown so there are some people not getting checks right now,” said Dena Grosart. As the...
New Orleans homeless advocates fear return of encampments, other issues as funding dries up
Two years ago, New Orleans had millions of dollars in housing funds, a brand new office dedicated to homeless services and a bold mission to tackle the city's homelessness crisis once and for all. Now, after securing housing for nearly 1,400 people and clearing encampments across downtown New Orleans, the...
Leaders warn of homeless encampments returning amid steep budget cuts
New Orleans homeless experts are warning of encampments returning and layoffs as the Office of Homeless Strategy grapples with a major cut to its budget. The department’s proposed spending plan for 2026 is $6.4 million, which is roughly 42% less than the nearly $11.1 million received in 2025. As...
Cops: Man caught on camera, vandalizing cameras
Investigators are asking for help finding a man who allegedly damaged crime cameras in the French Quarter. “New Orleans Police are asking the public’s assistance with locating a suspect wanted for criminal damage,” according to a news release.
Man booked with murder in French Quarter Uber driver’s fatal carjacking, NOPD says
New Orleans police have arrested a man on a count of second-degree murder in connection with an Uber driver's fatal carjacking in the French Quarter last month. Brandon T. Joseph was re-booked on suspicion of murder after the New Orleans Police Department located him in jail, NOPD officials said. Joseph, 21, had been...
Film worker dies after being electrocuted in tragic accident on set in Westwego
A New Orleans film worker died while working on a set in Westwego Monday. According to the Jefferson Parish Coroner’s Office, James “Trapper” McEvoy was working on a set when he was electrocuted during an accident on set. An autopsy is currently being conducted. IATSE Local 478,...
Man shot dead on New Orleans street corner
New Orleans Police homicide detectives are investigating a fatal shooting at the corner of Willow Street and Jackson Avenue. Police say around 2:50 p.m. Tuesday, officers were sent to investigate a call of a man shot in that location.
