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Landowners sue LA utility regulators; Planned Parenthood reopens; study finds infant heart defects linked in industrial corridor

Louisiana landowners are suing the state’s utility regulators, claiming the Public Service Commission improperly changed its rules to speed up Meta data center projects. Gulf States Newsroom’s Drew Hawkins takes us inside the lawsuit. Last year, Planned Parenthood closed its two Louisiana locations after nearly 40 years of...

Louisiana · 22h

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Wet wedding: Dancing in flood waters at Louisiana wedding party

A Louisiana couple, Casey and Oliva Field, found out that a flooded wedding party could still be fun, when their wedding reception at a venue got six inches of rain.

Metairie, LA · 2d

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Low scores, high stakes: 2 New Orleans schools fight to stay open

Leaders of two New Orleans K-8 schools asked the district last week to let them keep their charters, despite years of low test scores. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., in the Lower 9th Ward, and Pierre A. Capdau S.T.E.A.M., in Gentilly, are two of the four schools the district is considering closing at the end of this school year.

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New Orleans events: Skankfest, New Orleans Fringe Fest and more Nov. 9-15

Looking for more to do this week? Check out the latest on Gambit's calendar at calendar.gambitweekly.com. The comedy festival returns to New Orleans with more than 120 touring comics on multiple stages in a rowdy carnival atmosphere at Mardi Gras World on Nov. 13-15. Headliners including Mark Normand, Matt Braunger, Sam Tallent, Big Jay Oakerson, Doug Stanhope, Shane Gillis, Jim Norton, Eric Andre, Maddy Smith, Kurt Metzger, Luis J. Gomez, Maddy Kelly and more. There also are podcast tapings, a market and more. Single-day tickets start at $262.83 and festival passes also are available at skankfest.com.

New Orleans, LA · 3d

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Customers experiencing low water pressure from the 7th Ward to the French Quarter

Repairs are underway on a 48-inch watermain break at Duels and Pauger Streets in the 7th Ward. Sewerage and Water Board officials say crews are preparing to install a linestop this week as customers experience low water pressure in several neighborhoods throughout New Orleans. The linestop is expected to improve...

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Once shy Slidell girl will retire a Naval commander

Cmdr. Lakisha Washington is a prime example of how a firm goal, grit and sheer determination can help a person overcome adversity. Growing up in Slidell, Washington was a shy, young girl living in severe poverty. Now a self-assured woman with an authoritative presence, Washington credits her 25 years in the United States Navy with giving her the path to rise above the hardships she faced as a child and strive for a better life.

Slidell, LA · 1d

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Gordon McKernan to give away 600 free bikes to Louisiana children

BATON ROUGE, La. (KALB) — Louisiana personal injury attorney Gordon McKernan is giving away 600 bikes and helmets to children in eight cities this holiday season through his 14th annual Gordon Gives Bike Giveaway. Registration is open HERE. Registration deadlines and selection. Registration closes Nov. 29 for Alexandria, Lafayette,...

Louisiana · 2d

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Proposed renovations to Smoothie King Center facing questions about funding

NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - A proposed $420-million renovation to the Smoothie King Center is something team officials say is not only critical to keep the Pelicans in New Orleans, but also essential for another effort. Outside the arena’s walls, there are questions about the proposed $420-million renovation to the facility...

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3 Louisiana Companies Named Among Forbes' America's Dream Employers

Three Louisiana companies made Forbes' 2027 America's Dream Employers list, including one business ranked among the nation's top 20.

Louisiana · 7d

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Kenner council member alleges public intimidation by mayor’s official

A Kenner city councilman filed a report with the Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Office, alleging public intimidation by the mayor’s chief administrative officer. The report was then referred to the Louisiana Attorney General’s office. Councilmember Joey LaHatte said he and his assistant were unable to access his office...

Kenner, LA · 2d

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Bronze Star, two Purple Hearts, then 85-year-old Marine had the vision for the future

He joined the Marines in 1961, served for 27 years, was wounded twice in Vietnam, was awarded the Bronze Star and two Purple Hearts.

New Orleans, LA · 2d

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Carrollton neighbors fighting to get water leak repaired

Residents in Carrollton are fed up with a water leak that has flooded and deteroriated their street for years. On Friday, the corner of Monroe and Cohn Streets was covered by water despite it not having rained in a week. Haley Shales lives on the corner and said this is the norm.

New Orleans, LA · 2d

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Seven people displaced following two-alarm fire in New Orleans

Seven people were displaced following a two-alarm fire in New Orleans Monday, Nov. 9.

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USS New Orleans’ remarkable survival explored in National WWII Museum exhibit

A Japanese torpedo tore the bow from the USS New Orleans on Nov. 30, 1942. But the American cruiser stayed afloat, and its surviving sailors saved the ship. Today, that story of determination is featured in “Come Back Fighting: USS New Orleans at War,” an exhibit at The National WWII Museum.

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Moreno pitches vote that could see nonprofits pay share toward New Orleans’ infrastructure

NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - New Orleans mayor Helena Moreno is proposing a 2027 vote that could result in nonprofits and other tax-exempt properties paying toward the city’s infrastructure. Moreno posted on social media Sunday (Nov. 8), floating the idea of an infrastructure fee. She pointed to last week’s new...

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Landowners sue LA utility regulators; Planned Parenthood reopens; study finds infant heart defects linked in industrial corridor

Louisiana · 22h

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Five Revolutionary War Patriots honored at Edgard cemetery ceremony

Five Revolutionary War patriots were remembered during a grave marking ceremony Saturday, Nov. 7, at the historic St. John the Baptist Catholic Church Cemetery in Edgard. The General Philemon Thomas […]

Edgard, LA · 1d

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Orleans Parish DA staffer reinstated to position after firing over social media post

An employee of the Orleans Parish District Attorney’s Office who was terminated over a social media post has been reinstated to her position. Holly Friedman, who is a former candidate for city council, claimed she was fired over social media posts she made online. At the time of her...

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