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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...
Will it rain for The Rolling Stones? Here's the New Orleans Jazz Fest weather forecast.
There's some chance it could rain before or during The Rolling Stones show on Thursday, but local meteorologists say the forecast for the second weekend of the 2024 New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival is uncertain. A complex system of storms blowing east out of Texas is expected to move...
New Orleans is most expensive US city for Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour in 2024
NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — According to a new study, the most expensive city in the United States to attend Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour is New Orleans. Experts at JeffBet calculated the average total cost of a one-night trip to the remaining U.S. cities on Swift’s tour by examining the median cost of hotel rooms at budget hotels, the prices for meals, and drinks and transportation like Lyft or Uber rides.
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...
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.
Gifted Chalmette High pianist insists he’s no prodigy, but instructor disagrees
CHALMETTE, La. (WVUE) - The timeless sounds of Chopin spilled from a crowded auditorium at Chalmette High School. A nearly two-century-old classic, mastered by a 16-year-old high school student. “The feeling you get after learning a really hard passage, there’s nothing that beats it,” said Jorge Vargas. “I...
New Orleans art scam involving NOPD officer, political rainmaker leads to guilty plea
A Las Vegas art appraiser pleaded guilty Wednesday to taking part in a scheme with a controversial restaurateur and a New Orleans police officer to bilk an insurance company over an art heist that never happened. Michael Schofield pleaded guilty to a single count of misprision of a felony —...
NOPD and other city agencies moving
NEW ORLEANS — Big changes may be coming for first responders in New Orleans. The City Council signed a lease for the new NOPD headquarters, and leaders announced plans to move three other public safety agencies by hurricane season. City officials are making moves. “There is a Tetris game...
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.
City officials and NOPD addressed safety concerns from DXC tenants ahead of headquarters move
NEW ORLEANS — Ahead of the New Orleans Police Department's move into its new space, the city had to address safety concerns from the current tenants inside the DXC building. The city's Chief Administrative Officer Gilbert Montano said, "One of the concerns of the co-tenants was that implication of the accused of homicide and sex trafficking."
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...
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...
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!
FBI warns about rise in fraud targeting elderly people
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - The FBI is warning about an increase in fraud targeting elderly people. Officials revealed the warning along with the release of the agency’s 2023 IC3 Elder Fraud Annual Report. Call center fraud, such as tech and consumer support scams and government impersonation fraud, were...
Stunning new Mexican restaurant brings big surprise to downtown New Orleans. See inside.
From the street the new Tacos del Cartel in downtown New Orleans makes an immediate impression, with an orchard of faux flowers and tropical plants framing its entrance and its shaded patio. Walk inside and there's one surprise after the next as the details of this lushly designed space sink in.
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