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• Coast Guard suspends search for Louisiana man who disappeared from cruise ship in Gulf

  November 14, 2023 11:58 AM

  UPDATE: The Coast Guard announced Thursday it was suspending its search for Tyler Barnett. Read the full announcement below. The Coast Guard suspended the search Thursday for a missing 28-year-old man who went overboard from the Carnival Glory cruise ship approximately 30 miles southwest of Southwest Pass, Louisiana. ... more »

• St. John courthouse worker accused of threatening public official, payroll fraud

  October 18, 2023 4:19 PM

  EDGARD - A Clerk of Court employee in St. John the Baptist Parish has been arrested over allegations that include threatening a public official and payroll fraud. Louisiana State Police announced Wednesday that 54-year-old Troy Williams of New Orleans was booked on charges including public payroll fraud, unlawful acts,... more »

• Governor says not enough signatures to trigger recall election for New Orleans mayor

  March 21, 2023 12:49 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Governor John Bel Edwards said an effort to recall New Orleans Mayor Latoya Cantrell did not garner enough legitimate signatures to trigger a special recall election. The statement from the governor's office came just hours after boxes full of signatures were dropped off at the State... more »

• Prosecutors won't pursue charges against LSU star Malik Nabers after New Orleans arrest Play Video

  February 21, 2023 2:02 PM

  NEW ORLEANS - LSU wide receiver Malik Nabers was arrested in the French Quarter Monday night after an officer spotted a handgun in his pocket, though the state does not intend to prosecute the case against the college football star. Arrest records say Nabers, 19, was among the Mardi... more »

• 15-year-old student stabs classmate, attacks teacher with knife at New Orleans school

  April 1, 2022 7:31 PM

  NEW ORLEANS - A 15-year-old high school student was arrested Thursday after she allegedly attacked a teacher and a fellow student with a knife at Dr. Martin Luther King Charter School for Science and Technology. The New Orleans Police Department told WWL-TV that the wounded 16-year-old female student was... more »

• Man ties up stranger who wouldn't leave his property, calls police

  March 31, 2022 11:17 PM

  NEW ORLEANS - A property owner took matters into his own hands when a man invaded his apartment building, tying up the stranger until police arrived. According to WWL-TV , Eric Hernandez recently purchased a 4-plex on Orleans Avenue near New Orleans City Park. While checking on the building... more »

• Teenage carjackers arrested for 73-year-old's murder in New Orleans

  March 22, 2022 2:27 PM

  NEW ORLEANS - Four juveniles are charged with murder after they allegedly stole a woman's car and then drove off with her dragging behind the vehicle. The crime happened early Monday afternoon in the Mid-City area of New Orleans. Witnesses said the attackers pulled 73-year-old Linda Frickey from her... more »

• Man fatally struck while walking along I-10 in New Orleans overnight

  March 2, 2022 9:24 AM

  NEW ORLEANS - A man was struck and killed by a vehicle on I-10 just hours after Mardi Gras celebrations came to a close in New Orleans. WWL-TV reports the wreck happened shortly after 3:30 a.m. Wednesday on the interstate near the Carrollton Avenue exit. Police said the man... more »

• Woman allegedly shot at mother and child after argument in New Orleans

  February 13, 2022 5:47 PM

  NEW ORLEANS - A woman is wanted for allegedly shooting at a mother and her child Saturday afternoon. The New Orleans Police Department has identified the suspect at large as 36-year-old April Butler. Police said the shooting happened around 12:40 p.m. Saturday at the AutoZone Auto Parts on... more »

• Murder suspect, 22, shot to death by police trying to make arrest in New Orleans

  February 10, 2022 8:44 PM

  NEW ORLEANS - A 22-year-old murder suspect was shot to death during an arrest attempt Thursday morning when he met officers with a long rifle. The New Orleans Police Department told WWL-TV that the shooting happened around 9:30 a.m. Thursday on South Robertson Street near Louisiana Avenue. NOPD... more »

• Ochsner ICU nurse violently attacked by patient's family; deputies searching for suspect

  January 30, 2022 9:52 PM

  JEFFERSON PARISH - An Ochsner Medical Center ICU nurse was violently attacked by a patient's family member. President & CEO of Ochsner Health Warner Thomas told WWL-TV that the nurse was attacked while on duty Friday morning at the hospital's West Bank campus in Gretna. Thomas said the... more »

• House fire that killed Slidell family started outside living room window

  January 21, 2022 7:35 PM

  SLIDELL - A fire that killed four family members , including two children, started just outside the home's living room window, officials said Friday. Though investigators have determined where the fire started, it's still unclear what ignited the flames at the home in the Eden Isles neighborhood early Wednesday... more »

• Police search for two children not returned home by relative

  January 16, 2022 5:20 PM

  NEW ORLEANS - Police are searching for two children after a relative refused to return them to their custodial parent. The New Orleans Police Department is asking for the public's help in locating two-year-old Danielle Jones and her one-year-old brother Tyrone Jones. The children were reported missing by the... more »

• One dead, one hurt in double shooting on I-10 Saturday morning

  January 15, 2022 4:14 PM

  NEW ORLEANS - A man died and a woman was hurt after being shot while driving along an interstate through the Seventh Ward early Saturday morning. The New Orleans Police Department reports the shooting happened in the eastbound lanes of I-10 at the Esplanade exit around 3 a.m. ... more »

• BR woman recounts bizarre encounter with man now jailed in grisly dismemberment case Play Video

  January 13, 2022 10:13 PM

  BATON ROUGE - A woman from Baton Rouge took to TikTok to describe a chilling encounter with Benjamin Beale, a NOLA man who is now in jail after police discovered mutilated human remains in his freezer. Mia Holden says she met Beale at the Republic nightclub in 2017.... more »

• Police seeking person of interest after Baton Rouge man's killing in French Quarter

  January 11, 2022 1:34 PM

  NEW ORLEANS - Police are seeking a person of interest in a shooting that left a man from the capital area dead in the French Quarter over the weekend. The shooting happened late Sunday night near Burgundy and Conti streets. Russell Ricou, 41, of Baton Rouge was gunned down... more »

• 83-year-old man struck, killed by impaired driver in Jefferson Parish

  January 8, 2022 2:29 PM

  JEFFERSON PARISH - An 83-year-old New Orleans man was killed after a tragic two-vehicle crash Saturday on US 90B. Louisiana State Police say Curtis Williams, 83, was tending to his disabled vehicle on the elevated portion of US 90B east near Barataria Boulevard. Williams had activated the vehicle's emergency... more »

• 10-year-old, teen wounded by gunshots while sleeping in Kenner home

  January 8, 2022 12:58 PM

  KENNER - A 10-year-old and a 19-year-old were wounded by gunfire early Saturday morning while sleeping in a Kenner home. The Kenner Police Department reports the shooting happened at 4:15 a.m. in the 3100 block of Tifton Avenue. Several gunshots struck the home, injuring the two sleeping individuals. ... more »

• Seven-year-old killed in Sunday night New Orleans area shooting

  December 27, 2021 10:24 AM

  NEW ORLEANS — A little girl was shot and killed Sunday night near the Orleans/Jefferson Parish line while riding in a car with her mother. According to WWL-TV , the girl was only seven years old and the shooting that took her life occurred at 8:45 p.m., near the... more »

• 'Mardi Gras is returning,' NOLA mayor promises; Routes slightly modified in 2022

  December 21, 2021 11:21 AM

  NEW ORLEANS - "Mardi Gras is returning to New Orleans in 2022; It is happening," New Orleans' mayor said in opening remarks during a Tuesday news conference where the city also outlined changes to parades. Routes will be changed for Carnival 2022. "We are looking at all the... more »

• Family says former Saints player Glenn Foster died by strangulation

  December 17, 2021 11:53 AM

  NEW ORLEANS - Family members of Glenn Foster, who died in police custody in Alabama, say an independent autopsy shows the former Saints player died by strangulation. Attorney Ben Crump released a statement Friday sharing the results of the examination ordered by the family. "Glenn Foster Jr.'s death,... more »

• 'Avengers' star Anthony Mackie to soar into FAN EXPO New Orleans, Jan 9

  December 2, 2021 12:55 PM

  NEW ORLEANS - Fans of The Avengers have been summoned to a new mission. FAN EXPO New Orleans, scheduled for January 7-9, 2022, at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center is fast approaching and it's an event local fans won't want to miss. New Orleans native, Anthony Mackie,... more »

• Saints will honor Drew Brees at Superdome on Thanksgiving night

  November 17, 2021 1:19 PM

  NEW ORLEANS - The Saints will honor future hall of famer Drew Brees at halftime of the Thanksgiving Day game in the Superdome next week. The team announced Wednesday that Brees, who retired from professional football after last season, will be present at the stadium for the ceremony. Brees,... more »

• New Orleans man arrested after kidnapping woman from her home

  October 10, 2021 6:31 PM

  NEW ORLEANS - A man was arrested the day after showing up at a woman's home and kidnapping her once she answered the door. New Orleans Police Department said 23-year-old Lynzell King was arrested Saturday. Officers said King went to the victim's house Friday. According to the arrest... more »

• New Orleans mayor wants all Mardi Gras krewe members to get vaccinated

  September 27, 2021 3:37 PM

  NEW ORLEANS - Mayor LaToya Cantrell is asking all members of Mardi Gras krewes to get vaccinated before getting on a float. WWL-TV reported that Cantrell sent an email to the Mardi Gras Advisory Council encouraging the leaders to get their krewes fully vaccinated. Cantrell added that she... more »

• One dead after triple-shooting in Mid-City New Orleans early Sunday

  September 19, 2021 5:24 PM

  NEW ORLEANS - One person died, and two others were shot minutes after midnight in Mid-City New Orleans. New Orleans Police Department said two males and one female were shot around 12:10 a.m. Sunday on Tulane Avenue. Officers said the males were suffering from multiple gunshot wounds, but... more »

• Audubon Zoo's two-headed snake, a gift from Nicolas Cage, has died

  September 16, 2021 12:34 PM

  NEW ORLEANS - Harvey, a rare twin-headed snake given to the Audubon Zoo by Hollywood actor Nicolas Cage, has died. The zoo announced Wednesday that the 14-year-old gopher snake passed away due to complications brought on by his old age. Aside from his appearance, Harvey's arrival at the... more »

• Suspects arrested in Bourbon Street shooting that injured five people

  August 3, 2021 4:35 PM

  NEW ORLEANS - Police arrested two suspects in the investigation of the early morning shooting Sunday that injured five people. New Orleans Police Department said 22-year-old Markez Jefferson was the shooter who opened fire around 2 a.m. on the corner of Bourbon Street and Orleans Avenue. Surveillance video... more »

• Woman in New Orleans struck by train, killed Monday morning

  August 2, 2021 9:42 AM

  NEW ORLEANS - According to New Orleans Police, a woman lost her life Monday when a train struck her vehicle. WWL-TV reports that it was shortly before 1:15 a.m. when the woman was driving along I-10 east near South Carrollton Avenue and her car went off the road and... more »

• Juvenile killed, three others injured in downtown New Orleans shooting

  August 1, 2021 3:58 PM

  NEW ORLEANS - Four people were shot in downtown New Orleans early Sunday morning. New Orleans Police Department said around 4:40 a.m. they found four victims with gunshot wounds on Iberville Street. Police said one juvenile male died at the hospital, but the other three are in stable... more »

• Mike Hoss named new Saints play-by-play announcer

  June 24, 2021 4:06 PM

  NEW ORLEANS- WWL-AM, home of the New Orleans Saints Radio Network, announced Wednesday that Mike Hoss will take over as the new play-by-play voice of the team. Hoss is a former WWL-TV Anchor/Reporter/Sportscaster and most recently the Media Relations Manager for the Louisiana Stadium and Exposition District, which includes... more »

• NOLA restaurant, Emeril's to reopen in late summer

  June 22, 2021 11:02 AM

  NEW ORLEANS - Internationally recognized New Orleans chef Emeril Lagasse announced Monday that his restaurant, Emeril's, will reopen its doors for dinner service beginning August 31, according to WWL-TV . Emril's closed in March of 2020 due to the COVID-19 health crisis. "We are excited to reopen our... more »

• Report: Saints close to deal with Caesars for Superdome naming rights

  March 24, 2021 2:36 PM

  NEW ORLEANS - The Superdome will have a new name this year. According to WWL-TV, the New Orleans Saints will soon close a deal with Caesars Entertainment, Inc., known for its popular Las Vegas casino and locally as the owner of Harrah's, for a 20-year agreement to the building's... more »

• Troy Carter and Karen Peterson set to runoff for Louisiana's 2nd congressional district seat

  March 20, 2021 8:54 PM

  The polls closed on Saturday at 8 p.m. with votes for the U. S. Representative-2nd Congressional District all in. Troy Carter and Karen Carter Peterson are moving to a runoff in April. This seat represents Louisiana's District 2, which includes nearly all of the City of New Orleans... more »

• 4 injured,1 body recovered from Lake Pontchartrain after fatal boating incident

  March 6, 2021 10:53 PM

  NEW ORLEANS - The Coast Guard and other agencies recovered a body from Lake Pontchartrain Sunday morning after a boating incident injured four individuals Saturday night. Officials recovered the body of 33-year-old Rod Willhoft of Arabi near the Highway 11 drawbridge in Lake Pontchartrain. Watchstanders at Coast Guard... more »

• Monday evening deadline to file sexual abuse by Catholic clergy

  March 1, 2021 9:39 AM

  NEW ORLEANS — An impending deadline, known as 'bar date' is fast approaching. According to WWL-TV , 'bar date' is the deadline for victims who have been sexually abused by Catholic clergy to file compensation claims against the Archdiocese of New Orleans and it falls on Monday, March 1... more »

• NOLA officer, local citizen go extra mile to return lost wallet, hundreds of dollars

  February 19, 2021 6:15 AM

  NEW ORLEANS - Acts of kindness during difficult times can often give people the boost they need to endure. According to WWL-TV , a New Orleans police officer named Larry Dace is the sort of person who is determined to spend his days engaging in such acts of kindness.... more »

• Buccaneers fan raises money for 'We Dat' billboard in New Orleans

  February 11, 2021 4:01 PM

  TAMPA - A die-hard Buccaneers supporter is trying to ensure Saints fans don't soon forget who won this year's Super Bowl with a billboard right in the middle of New Orleans. Florida businessman Samer Ali created a GoFundMe page to raise money for a "We Dat" billboard featuring quarterback... more »

• 'That man gave us all life': La. native Tyrann Mathieu salutes Drew Brees' historic career

  January 18, 2021 11:58 AM

  NEW ORLEANS - It's been a difficult 24 hours for sports fans in Louisiana. But with a new day came clarity and, most importantly, appreciation for Drew Brees' 15-year run with the New Orleans Saints. Brees played what many believe was his final snap in the NFL in a... more »

• Saints season ends with 30-20 loss to the Buccaneers

  January 17, 2021 10:28 AM

  NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Tom Brady’s best game in three tries against New Orleans kept the Buccaneers moving on in the NFL playoffs, and has Saints quarterback Drew Brees headed home — perhaps for good. Brady and the Bucs’ offense turned three of four Saints turnovers into touchdowns and... more »

• 5-year-old boy fatally shot in St. Charles Parish

  January 16, 2021 6:29 PM

  ST. ROSE - A five-year-old boy was fatally shot in the head Saturday afternoon at a home in St. Rose, according to nola.com. According to the St. Charles Parish Sheriff's Office, around 12:30 p.m. deputies responded to the 300 block of Mockingbird Lane in regards to a reported shooting.... more »

• Part of French Quarter briefly cleared out Friday due to phony bomb threat

  December 11, 2020 11:39 AM

  NEW ORLEANS - Police closed off a portion of the French Quarter Friday morning as they investigated a reported bomb threat in the area. City officials confirmed on social media shortly before 10 a.m. that Decatur Street was closed along Jackson Square while police looked into the threat. ... more »

• Rex Mardi Gras Ball canceled due to COVID concerns

  November 20, 2020 4:03 PM

  NEW ORLEANS - The Rex Organization has announced it will not hold its traditional Carnival ball on Mardi Gras night for the first time since 1882, according to WWL-TV. This decision comes after Mayor LaToya Cantrell announced parades will not be allowed to roll in 2021. Rex Organization official,... more »

• Saints reportedly to face off against Panthers at New Orleans Superdome

  October 19, 2020 10:02 AM

  NEW ORLEANS - Recent talks of the Saints playing their next few games in Baton Rouge's Tiger Stadium have reportedly reached their end, with Saints officials agreeing to allow the team to face off against the Carolina Panthers at the Superdome this weekend, according to sports reporter Jeff Duncan of... more »

• Saints draft pick QB Tommy Stevens in 7th round

  April 25, 2020 6:38 PM

  NEW ORLEANS - The New Orleans Saints have selected Mississippi State QB Tommy Stevens in the 7th round. Stevens is the 240th overall pick. With the 240th pick in the #NFLDraft , the #Saints select QB Tommy Stevens, @HailStateFB ! #SaintsDraft | @HancockWhitney pic.twitter.com/uS7dylUE8P — New... more »

• Master P offers free hand sanitizer, home cleanings to NOLA's senior citizens

  April 7, 2020 6:31 AM

  NEW ORLEANS - NOLA native and nationally-recognized rapper Master P announced that he's got the hookup for the Crescent City's senior citizens. The COVID-19 pandemic has left many without much-needed hand sanitizer and cleansing agents, so Master P is offering senior citizens free hand sanitizer in addition to a... more »

• Saints star, Cam Jordan, expects Drew Brees to stick around for at least two more seasons

  April 3, 2020 7:30 AM

  Earlier this week, New Orleans Saints head Coach Sean Payton seemed to imply that quarterback Drew Brees was in his final season with the team . But according to The Advocate , the Saints defensive end, Cam Jordan, expects at least two more seasons from Brees. He laid... more »

• Bryan Cranston named monarch of 2020 Orpheus parade

  December 5, 2019 11:37 AM

  NEW ORLEANS - Bryan Cranston, best known for his role as Walter White in the television series Breaking Bad , will reign over the Krewe of Orpheus next year. WWL reports Cranston will be joined in that Mardi Gras celebration by television stars Charlie Day and Mary Elizabeth Ellis... more »

• FINAL: Saints 34 | Panthers 31

  November 24, 2019 1:15 PM

  NEW ORLEANS- Latavius Murray scored on a 26 yard run in the first Saints series of the game to give New Orleans a 7-0 lead. With just over 5 minutes left in the first quarter, Drew Brees finds Tre'Quan Smith for a 13 yard touchdown pass to make it... more »