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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 · 9h
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Two hopefuls headed to runoff for partial Covington term

Two first-time candidates running to represent Covington City Council District A will compete in a runoff on Dec. 12, after receiving the most votes in a three-way race on Nov. 3. Alva Drionne Smith, who finished first with 187 votes, will face off against Maisha Harrell-Bijou, who received 169 votes....

Covington, LA · 8h
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Wildland fire burns in St. Tammany Parish in midst of extended burn ban

Days after St. Tammany Parish officials extended the parish's initial burn ban, firefighters are battling a wildland fire in Pearl River.

St Tammany Parish, LA · 1d

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Three projects underway along Harrison County coastline

HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WLOX) — The Harrison County Board of Supervisors voted Monday to move forward with the Hurricane Zeta Outfall Repair Project, one of three major projects underway along the county’s coastline. The projects are aimed at restoring and replenishing the shoreline, including for native wildlife. Work...

Harrison County, MS · 16h
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Judge Upholds Johnson Clerk Ruling as Louisiana Election Focus Shifts, Ole Miss Racism Probe and Priest Theft Charges

Your browser does not support the audio element. A judge upheld the Adams County Board of Supervisors’ decision not to reappoint Verna Johnson a...

Adams County, MS · 7h

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Broadband expansion in St. Tammany Parish brings Louisiana closer to full connectivity, connecting over one thousand locations

A broadband expansion project in St. Tammany Parish adds to growth opportunities for communities across the state by expanding access to reliable, high-speed internet for over one thousand locations, advancing the state's goal of achieving full connectivity across Louisiana. Delivered by Spectrum, this expansion brings reliable broadband service to 940...

St Tammany Parish, LA · 2d

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Groups raise concerns about public view of affidavit ballot count in 3 Mississippi counties

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Local groups are raising concerns about how affidavit ballots are being counted in DeSoto, Harrison and Madison counties. The groups say part of the process is happening out of public view. Harya Tarekegn, director of advocacy for the Mississippi Center for Justice, said some counties are...

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DOTD Updates LA 10 Road Closure in Washington Parish

Monday, November 09, 2026 10:25 AM UPDATE: LA 10 from LA 25 to Main Street will be paritally closed nightly from 8pm to 6am starting Wednesday, November 18, 2026 to […]

Washington Parish, LA · 1d

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Funding crisis threatens future of St. Tammany Parish’s coroner’s office

The financial crisis in St. Tammany parish continues to impact several necessary agencies. The coroner’s office is now on the brink of running out of funds, which could bring drastic changes to the office. “We’re here to help the community and help the families get justice and help to...

St Tammany Parish, LA · 21h

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Pass Christian mayor details harbor, infrastructure and development projects

PASS CHRISTIAN, Miss. (WLOX) — Mayor Kenny Torgerson discussed harbor construction, infrastructure projects, city audits and new development in Pass Christian ahead of his State of the City address this week. Torgerson spoke with anchors Hugh Keeton and Bill Snyder about highlights of the address. Harbor work. Torgerson said...

Pass Christian, MS · 23h

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NCBC Gulfport Honors 50 Years of Service at Colmer Dining Facility

GULFPORT, Miss. — For generations of Seabees and service members passing through the galley doors onboard Naval Construction Battalion Center (NCBC) Gulfport, their daily meals feature a constant presence, the warm and reassuring voice of food service assistant, Peggy Oatis. Oatis, affectionately known as “Mrs. Peggy”, has provided hot...

Gulfport, MS · 1d

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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 · 16h

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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 · 1d

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Judge Seeber Bridge on Claiborne Avenue closes Saturday after driver damages safety barrier

NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - The Judge Seeber Bridge on North Claiborne Avenue, connecting the St. Claude area to the Lower Ninth Ward, was closed in both directions Saturday (Nov. 7) after a driver damaged a safety barrier, the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development said. Drivers are advised to use...

New Orleans, LA · 3d

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Residents to see low water pressure from Lower 9th Ward to CBD as S&WB repairs large leak

A large area in New Orleans was expected to experience lower-than-normal water pressures as the Sewerage & Water Board investigated a leaking water main on Friday afternoon, the agency said. The low water pressure is expected in the following neighborhoods through Friday, November 13th:. Gentilly. Marigny. Bywater. Lower Ninth Ward.

New Orleans, LA · 4d

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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 · 6d

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Office locks changed and laptop gone, Kenner council member accuses city of intimidation

A Kenner City Council member accused the mayor’s second-in-command of directing an employee to change the locks and remove computer equipment from his council office as an act of intimidation against him. Council member Joey LaHatte alleged in a news release that Chief Administrative Officer Natalie Newton, who is...

Kenner, 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 · 1d

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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 · 22h