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New Orleans leaders testify at State Capitol in support of firearm-free zones in entertainment districts
NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - New Orleans Police Superintendent Anne Kirkpatrick testified at the State Capitol on Wednesday (May 1), supporting a proposal that would require people carrying a gun in the French Quarter and other busy entertainment districts to have a permit. The hearing took place ahead of Louisiana’s new permitless carry law, which is set to go into effect this summer.
Best Burgers in New Orleans
Apparently May is National Hamburger Month. Who knew? This week, the editor’s are sharing a few of their favorites for where to get a good burger in the city! If you’re looking for even more, click here to see New Orleans Magazine‘s annual “Best of” feature for 2023 – burgers!
Orleans Parish sheriff shares 2023-2024 Annual Report following her two-year anniversary
It's been two years since Orleans Parish Sheriff Susan Hutson took office. On Wednesday, May 1, she hosted a town hall meeting where she reflected on what went well and the challenges ahead.
NOPD could move to new downtown location as early as next week
NEW ORLEANS — New Orleans City Officials said the New Orleans Police Department could be moving from its current headquarters in Mid-City to Downtown as early as next week. The City's Chief Administrative Officer Gilbert Montaño said the department has been preparing for months to move. Montaño said...
Permitless gun carry takes away critical crime-fighting tool, experts say
NEW ORLEANS — Louisiana’s new gun law that allows almost anyone to carry a concealed weapon once they turn 18 has sparked concerns about more senseless bloodshed in a state that already ranks among the worst in the nation. So far, those grim warnings have fallen on deaf...
Another warm one for Wednesday but rain potential comes back for Thursday
NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — Fog and low cloud cover is out there again Wednesday morning so be careful driving in areas with fog before 9 AM. Like Monday though that will burn off through the day and we will see plenty of sun with warm air. Temperatures will be...
New Orleans police investigate after 2 shot in Seabrook area
NEW ORLEANS — The New Orleans Police Department is investigating after two people were shot in the Seabrook area Monday night. The shooting was reported around 7:08 p.m. in the 6400 block of Derbyshire Drive. According to police, two people were taken to an area hospital for gunshot wounds.
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.
The New Orleans area slate of prep baseball quarterfinals includes a 9-5A rematch
The Brother Martin-John Curtis baseball playoff series set to begin Thursday will be contested between two schools who split their two District 9-5A games during the regular season. Brother Martin won the first game 9-4 after it scored seven runs in the second inning on March 23 at Mike Miley...
Storms possible Thursday with questions still about timing and coverage
NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — Warm and muggy conditions will continue around the area Wednesday with daytime heating cloud cover. Look for highs in the upper 80s and dewpoints in the mid to upper 60s. A spotty shower or two can’t be ruled out. Temperatures will be warm with...
Essence Fest teases Cash Money Millionaires reunion at this year's concert
NEW ORLEANS — In just a few months Essence Festival will take over New Orleans, and the festival teased one of the acts for the annual concert series. In a Facebook post Wednesday, Essence Fest organizers teased a reunion of Birdman's Cash Money Millionaires. Note: Report above was from...
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