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Three wounded in Canal Street shooting near French Quarter, New Orleans police say

Three men were wounded in a shooting at the edge of the French Quarter that left a trail of blood stretching for blocks down Canal Street on Thursday afternoon, the New Orleans Police Department.

Central City Mexican restaurant to close again, and for good this time. Or will it?

2024 hurricane season could be among most active in history, NOAA forecasts. Here's why.

Louisiana residents can now use LA Wallet at TSA checkpoints in New Orleans, 26 other airports

Student shot next to West Jefferson High School near New Orleans

A male student was shot across the street from West Jefferson High School in Harvey during dismissal Thursday, sending panicked students fleeing into the street on the the last day of school, according to authorities.

Elegant New Orleans mansion on Danneel Park features center-hall, is priced at $4.35M

Imagine that Danneel Park Playground is practically in your front yard.

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Police shut down pro-Palestinian encampment at Tulane University; 14 arrested

Fourteen protesters were arrested Wednesday morning after police moved in on the pro-Palesti…

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Mayor LaToya Cantrell criticizes plan to give S&WB control of New Orleans catch basins

Mayor LaToya Cantrell and some members of the Sewerage and Water Board on Wednesday criticiz…

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Jeff Landry ally revives effort to broaden governor's power over boards

Another clash between Gov. Jeff Landry and the Louisiana Senate appears likely over the gove…

Visit Baton Rouge spurs tourism growth with strategic partnerships and serving as host for major events

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In little-noticed move, state senator seeks to lift ban on casino campaign contributions

For nearly 30 years, Louisiana’s casinos have been prohibited from contributing to political…

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After years of false starts, New Orleans Convention Center has a new plan for a major hotel

The Ernest N. Morial Convention Center's oversight board OK'd a new proposal Wednesday that …

Sports

The Pelicans are losing a well-respected executive to this Eastern Conference team

Trajan Langdon is leaving the New Orleans Pelicans to go run an Eastern Conference team.

UNO rallies to stay alive in Southland baseball tournament behind a gem on the mound

The University of New Orleans Privateers were on the brink of elimination but managed to stay alive on the second day of the Southland Conference tournament in Hammond.

Drew Brees claps back at an NFL Network analyst who questioned his athleticism

Drew Brees claps back at NFL Network analyst over shadeNew Orleans Saints legend Drew Brees pops up as a comparison for young quarterbacks on occasion, and new Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix is an NFL rookie who is sometimes mentioned in relation to the future Hall of Famer.

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Elegant New Orleans mansion on Danneel Park features center-hall, is priced at $4.35M

Imagine that Danneel Park Playground is practically in your front yard.

LSU Online & Continuing Education program turns 100, has served millions

In the 100 years the program has been in operation, more than 2 million students have been enrolled in what is now called LSU Online and Continuing Education.

West Jefferson property transfers for May 3-9, 2024. See a list of home and other sales.

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Central City Mexican restaurant to close again, and for good this time. Or will it?

Casa Borrega in Central City has always been something other than a conventional restaurant, with elements of a bar, music club and art installation all being part of the story. It’s also taken several different formats through the pandemic years, closing with blowout goodbye parties only to…

New Orleans Senior Fest spreads information, fun on Friday at the UNO arena

Senior Fest comes to the Lakefront Arena Friday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. with more than three dozen vendors, activities and information for those over 60.

This minister discovered the divine in New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina. Here's the result.

The Rev. Ray Cannata is one of those out-of-towners who moved to New Orleans and immediately plunged off the high dive into the deep end of the cultural pool. The Rev is a devoted member of the popular Rolling Elvi, a troupe of motor scooter-riding Elvis Presley impersonators who have appear…

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House Bill 970: Nicotine pouches need to be regulated

As the representative who sponsored the original vape directory bill that became law, HB 635, I feel a responsibility to express my concerns regarding HB 970. This bill seeks to exempt all nicotine pouch products from Louisiana's directory regulations, which would increase the risk to consum…

Senate Bill 8: State will benefit from civil litigation reforms

Town Square: Readers speak out on bills as legislative session winds down

The issues being debated by lawmakers during this session have drawn much attention around the state. Lawmakers must wrap up their work by June 3. As the clock winds down, here are reader perspectives on key bills.

Guest column: This Memorial Day, remember those who gave it all in service

As Memorial Day approaches, I remember the nearly 3.5 million men and women who served honorably under challenging and difficult circumstances in southeast Asia and the 50,000 plus who gave their lives for their country.