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New Orleans woman describes terrifying moments her husband was shot trying to recover his stolen car
NEW ORLEANS — A Westbank woman recounts the terrifying moments her husband was shot while trying to recover his stolen vehicle a day after Mother's Day. WARNING: Images in this story may be upsetting to some. Viewer discretion is advised. The father of five is recovering days later at...
At least 4 dead in Houston as destructive storms lash Texas and Louisiana with strong winds and flood threats
At least four people have died in Houston as severe weather blasted through the city, an official said, as strong storms lashed parts of Texas with destructive winds and dangerous flooding.
RTA bus driver harmed while driving bus, woman sought
NEW ORLEANS — The New Orleans Police Department is investigating after a Regional Transit Authority bus driver was harmed last month. According to police, on April 28, around 6:50 p.m., a woman riding an RTA bus near the intersection of Chef Menteur Highway and Alcee Fortier Boulevard harmed the driver.
Family of teen injured by tree in Jackson Square reaches deal
NEW ORLEANS — The family of a teenager at the center of a tragic tree accident in Jackson Square has reached a preliminary settlement with the City of New Orleans. If you recall a heavy branch from a live oak fell on the teen and caused some major damage to his brain and spine.
Jefferson Parish leaders celebrate the opening of new $8.9M bus facility
JEFFERSON PARISH, La. — Jefferson Parish officials celebrated the opening of a new Jefferson Parish Transit bus facility and new buses thanks to a $8.9 million grant from the US Department of Transportation and the Federal Transit Administration. Jefferson Parish Transit is the only agency in the State of...
New Orleans Inspector General makes recommendations for New Orleans East Hospital credit card procedures
The New Orleans Office of Inspector General is making recommendations for the New Orleans East Hospital's credit card use procedures following the completion of a performance audit.
Settlement reached to repair corroded pumps
NEW ORLEANS — The large permanent pump stations at the mouth of the 17th Street, Orleans, and London Avenue Canals play a vital role in New Orleans’ flood risk reduction system. The massive pumps move rainwater out of the canals into Lake Pontchartrain while keeping storm surges from...
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