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Dead alligator in New Orleans roadway causes driver to swerve into bayou to avoid crash
A large alligator died in the middle of a New Orleans-area roadway, leading to a crash which ended with one car in a nearby bayou, according to NOLA.com. The incident took place in the New Orleans suburb of Chalmette. The St. Bernard Parish Sheriff’s Office told NOLA.com deputies were called to the scene about 6:30 a.m. Monday.
Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office makes arrest in deadly stabbing of New Orleans mother
The Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office announced Thursday that a suspect is in custody in connection with the deadly stabbing of a New Orleans mother. Chief Deputy Jimmy Travis confirmed the suspect, Christopher Wilson, 31, was taken into custody after his bicycle got a flat tire in Natchitoches. According to Travis,...
DEA change could help researchers learn about weed's therapeutic effects
Kevin Caldwell, southeast legislative manager for the Marijuana Policy Project, told WWL’s Tommy Tucker that this ruling could open the door for more research into how cannabis can help people recovery from injuries and illnesses.
Man pleads guilty to selling cocaine in Metairie, Harvey
A Jefferson Parish man accused of selling cocaine with a local drug dealing operation pleaded guilty to the crimes Tuesday. Charles White, 32, entered a deal with prosecutors and pleaded guilty to a count of conspiracy to distribute and possess with an intent to distribute cocaine. He was initially charged on two such counts and four additional counts, including possession and distribution of cocaine. White now faces up to 20 years in federal prison.
I-TEAM: Caregiver arrested after man with special needs found wandering the street
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - A mother from Metairie is furious after she says her adult son, who has special needs, was abandoned by those she trusted to take care of him. The caregiver allegedly left him inside his apartment back in March, allowing him to slip out of the apartment and wander the streets of Baton Rouge. Pamela Eames says her trust was violated.
New rules for Jazz Fest Thursday
NEW ORLEANS — For those of you heading to Jazz Fest for the Rolling Stones on Thursday, you need to be aware of some new rules. The sold-out show will include changes from scheduling, to prohibited items and vendors. Pay attention because if you don't follow them, you could...
Accident on I-10 West heading toward the I-310 ramp causing delays for morning commuters
KENNER, La. — Drivers heading to the Bonnet Carre Spillway from Kenner, as well as drivers heading southbound to Interstate 310, will experience delays in their morning commutes. Interstate 10 West has two lanes closed to traffic at I-310 due to an accident. Delays are affecting drivers on their...
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