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Jefferson Parish woman evicted by landlord with history of code violations

NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - A Jefferson Parish landlord with a history of code enforcement violations in two parishes evicted a young single mom from one of his apartments. She admits she stopped paying rent, blaming deplorable and unsafe living conditions inside. But as we discovered in this FOX 8 Defenders...

Jefferson Parish, LA · 2d
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Find free turkeys and Thanksgiving food at these New Orleans area giveaways

The Thanksgiving turkey is often the heart of the holiday meal, but many may need assistance in providing it for their families. Here are some turkey giveaways to check out in the New Orleans area:

New Orleans, LA · 6h

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Louisiana Mother Evicted After She Stopped Paying Rent Over Mold, Holes In The Walls And A Thermostat Over 90 Degrees While Her Landlord Was Fined Only $500 For Siding And Yard Debris

Alexis Scott is a single mother with a seven-year-old, and she was evicted from an apartment on Destrehan Avenue in Harvey, Louisiana after living there about seven months. The landlord’s […]

Harvey, LA · 13h

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Jefferson Parish law restricts what code inspectors can cite for inside rental units

NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - Jefferson Parish leaders admit they could hold more negligent landlords responsible if code enforcement inspectors could cite for more violations inside rental units. But we found current parish law restricts the violations for which inspectors can cite. Inside the Jefferson Parish Council chambers, property owners regularly...

Jefferson Parish, LA · 1d
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This Louisiana Racetrack Keeps Thanksgiving Tradition Alive With Live Horse Racing

Two famous racehorses are buried in the infield of a track where thousands of people spend Thanksgiving afternoon. Yes, really. Pan Zareta and Black Gold rest right there while new horses thunder past. The holiday race here hits its 102nd running in 2026. That is more than a century of...

New Orleans, LA · 3d

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SBWNO identifies neighborhoods in initial lead water line replacement schedule

NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - The Sewerage and Water Board of New Orleans (SWBNO) announced its initial schedule for lead water line replacement. SWBNO Deputy General Superintendent Becca Johnsey gave a presentation to the SWBNO board Wednesday (Nov. 11), which identified neighborhoods that are expected to have contracts for lead water line inspection and replacement soon:

New Orleans, LA · 11h

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Best New Orleans Pool Bars | 10 NOLA Pool Bars to Check Out

If there are two things New Orleanians are good at, it's keeping cool and drinking, both necessities in the summertime and even into fall. You would be hard-pressed to find a better way to do both than drinking in the pool, and New Orleans offers a plethora of options for pool bars.

New Orleans, LA · 23h

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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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Sources: Post office purchase could advance Benson’s Downtown entertainment plans

The owner of the New Orleans Saints and Pelicans has had preliminary talks with the United States Postal Service leadership about purchasing the main post office on Loyola Avenue in downtown New Orleans, sources confirmed. Sources said this effort is part of Gayle Benson’s vision to transform the area around...

New Orleans, 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.

New Orleans, LA · 1d

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Two Louisiana students land major national honor

Two Louisiana high school students have been named 2026 U.S. Presidential Scholars, an honor recognizing academic achievement, artistic and technical talent, leadership and community service. Christine Tseng of Haynes Academy for Advanced Studies in Metairie represents Jefferson Parish. Aditiya Babbar, a student at Mandeville High School, represents St. Tammany Parish.

Louisiana · 11h

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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...

New Orleans, LA · 2d

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Luna Fête, New Orleans’ high-tech, night-time arts festival, is back after skipping 2025

Gallier Hall will come to life again with a spectacular, tailor-made animated projection when New Orleans’ Luna Fête returns this weekend, Nov. 13-15, with glowing exhibits, food and beverage booths, craft tents, music and more spread across the Central Business District. The festival of light, art and technology...

New Orleans, LA · 2d

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Come to Mardi Gras Early and Save

Mardi Gras Is More Than One Day. What Are You Waiting For?. You don’t have to be here on Fat Tuesday to have a whole lot of Mardi Gras fun. Here’s a little insider tip from those of us who call New Orleans home: Some of the best Mardi Gras memories happen before the biggest crowds arrive. And many of the best family memories happen in Metairie, just minutes from downtown New Orleans.

New Orleans, LA · 2d

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Endymion announces country and pop performers for 2027 Extravaganza

We now know who will entertain the crowd in the Superdome after the Edymion parade this coming Mardi Gras season."The Krewe of Endymion is pleased to announce that the featured entertainment for the 2027 Extravaganza at the Caesars Superdome will include 2 mega-groups, OneRepublic and Zac Brown Band," the krewe announced.

New Orleans, LA · 21h

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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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Nine Mile Point Road closing for railroad repair

Nine Mile Point Road will close Thursday, Nov. 12, to repair the railroad at the crossing.

Jefferson Parish, LA · 1d

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Imminent Federal THC Ban Threatens Local Businesses

NEW ORLEANS — After being named Greater New Orleans’ fastest-growing company earlier this year and recently selling its 20 millionth can, Crescent Canna faces a federal restriction that could make its popular Crescent 9 THC Seltzer illegal to sell beginning Dec. 11. The New Orleans-based beverage manufacturer has already laid off approximately 20 employees as the deadline approaches, threatening the future of a business that has expanded into more than 8,500 retail locations across 20 states.

New Orleans, LA · 2d

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Louisiana Pepper Exchange’s commander-in-chief is a West Point grad and Army vet

"I think it's part of an adventure. Like a passport to the world."

New Orleans, LA · 19h

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Northshore developer's plans for subdivision in Slidell put on hold by city council

A local real estate developer’s plans for a 160-home subdivision on the area of land known as the Kingspoint Soccer Fields in Slidell have been placed on hold, at least temporarily, by the city council, which on Tuesday postponed a vote needed to advance the project. Last month, 55...

Slidell, LA · 10h