WWL - Orleans

4 men sought in Mardi Gras night attack and stabbing

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 22:35:36 GMT

New Orleans Police say a victim was beaten, stomped on, and stabbed on Bourbon near Conti Street around 11:26 p.m. Mardi Gras night.

Public services this week honor civil rights leader Norman C. Francis

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 20:37:46 GMT

Students, alumni, and community members can offer condolences and celebrate Francis’ life on Monday, when his body will lie in repose at Xavier.

National Guard will stay in New Orleans through August, Landry says

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 19:01:36 GMT

Mayor Helena Moreno pledged to continue and strengthen the partnership.

The bounce anthem that took over Mardi Gras? Meet SubTweet Shawn

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 18:52:08 GMT

The New Orleans native known for his viral skits, stand-up comedy, and high-energy music saw his newest track take over social media timelines

New Orleans police find parents of toddler found alone in Bywater/St. Claude

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 03:10:47 GMT

A day after a toddler was found alone in the Bywater/St. Claude area, the child’s parents were located, according to New Orleans Police Department.

Your guide to springtime festivities in New Orleans

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 21:38:37 GMT

From music and literary festivals to Mardi Gras Indians' Super Sunday, there will be plenty of ways to celebrate the arrival of spring.

2 New Orleans intersections getting new names: Here's the story behind them

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 21:30:55 GMT

New Orleans City Council passed ordinances on Thursday establishing intersections in honor of singer Jean Knight and Big Chief Donald Harrison Sr.

Boil water advisory lifted in Uptown after testing

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 18:08:09 GMT

The Sewerage and Water Board lifted the advisory Friday after tests confirmed the water was safe to drink.

Pit bulls kill woman's cat in Uptown; search underway for dogs and owner

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 00:00:52 GMT

An Uptown resident is urging neighbors to stay alert after two pit bulls killed her cat on her front lawn. The Louisiana SPCA and NOPD are investigating.

Warrant shows driver accused of killing JPSO deputy had more than 10 substances in system

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 23:35:39 GMT

The fatal incident occurred on Airline Highway while Deputy Ohlmeyer was escorting a funeral procession.

Driver arrested for crash that killed Jefferson Parish deputy was impaired, police say

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 21:40:27 GMT

Ohlmeyer, a 14-year veteran of the Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Office, was killed in a crash while escorting a funeral procession on Airline Highway.

'Nothing can replace a mother’s affection:' Family mourns 19-year-old killed on New Orleans highway

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 13:43:08 GMT

Keydi Matute Antunez was walking across Chef Menteur Highway on Sunday evening when she was struck by two cars. She died before she could be taken to the hospital.

Hundreds living at Guste High-Rise face displacement

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 06:21:43 GMT

The future of one of New Orleans’ largest public housing complexes in question as feds cite occupancy shortfall.

18-year-old detained in connection with deadly Little Woods shooting

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 02:39:08 GMT

A 17-year-old boy was found shot to death on the 8500 block of Fordham Court Wednesday afternoon.

Louisiana National Guard wrapping up New Orleans patrols; leaders call mission a success

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 01:59:26 GMT

The Guard worked alongside the New Orleans Police Department and Louisiana State Police during the busy tourist season from New Year's through Mardi Gras.

New Orleans Book Festival at Tulane unveils 2026 schedule

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 17:51:24 GMT

All events are free and open to the public on a first-come basis. Registration is encouraged.

Uptown schools reopen Wednesday after water main break and boil advisory

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 13:12:04 GMT

Several schools that had closed as a safety measure will reopen on Wednesday.

'I’m ready at all times': New Orleans business owners react to boil water advisory

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 02:04:06 GMT

For businesses in New Orleans, this week’s boil water advisory meant closures, paper plates, and early morning dashes to the grocery store.

Boil water advisory lifted for large area of New Orleans after Uptown water main break

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 23:28:21 GMT

Officials say their goal is to have South Claiborne Avenue reopened to traffic by Friday.

Bill would make driving over 30 mph above speed limit a felony in Louisiana

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 22:08:18 GMT

The legislation would create a new criminal offense called “felony speeding.”

Firefighters battle blaze at abandoned Central City building

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 21:33:32 GMT

A fire department spokesperson said the agency is actively monitoring the situation.

Boil water advisory expands after water main break on Claiborne Avenue

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 01:10:58 GMT

Residents in the affected area should use bottled water or boil tap water before using it.

Judge says federal court can’t rule on challenge to Orleans sheriff’s ‘sanctuary’ policy

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 20:35:46 GMT

Attorney General Liz Murrill criticized the decision as a delay tactic. The state says it plans to appeal.

Mardi Gras 2026 sees more hospitalizations compared to last year, city data shows

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 22:40:05 GMT

Despite the uptick in hospital visits, city leaders said safety measures were in place with parade routes secured.

New Orleans Carnival sees biggest turnout since pandemic: DDD data

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 19:36:43 GMT

Nearly 2.2 million visits were recorded during the two-week Carnival peak, data from the Downtown Development District found.

20 Years after Katrina, Municipal Auditorium moves closer to revival

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 03:34:22 GMT

Mayor Helena Moreno announces master plan for the dilapidated landmark and Armstrong Park, as questions linger over $40 million in federal funding.

French Quarter construction: More closures and partial reopenings expected

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 01:06:36 GMT

Those who manage businesses on the fenced-off blocks say they've noticed a dip in customers during Carnival season.

‘We’re setting a very high bar’: Moreno vows overhaul of New Orleans’ troubled Safety and Permits office

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 00:34:56 GMT

After years of bribery charges, falsified inspections and the Hard Rock fallout, new mayor pledges changes to increase efficiency, raise plunging permit revenues.

Candy, soda, energy drinks off limits: How New Orleans is responding to SNAP changes

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 00:08:03 GMT

Limits on what Louisiana residents can buy with SNAP benefits are intended to promote healthier choices, but critics say nutritious options are not accessible.

Actor Shia LaBeouf used homophobic slurs before Mardi Gras arrest: report

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 23:20:12 GMT

Police records indicate that LaBeouf repeatedly used homophobic slurs toward the victims and bystanders.

Critical Missing Juvenile: New Orleans teen missing for nearly a month, police say

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 22:38:36 GMT

The teen, Kymaria Mitchell, is now classified as a Critical Missing Juvenile.

PJ Morton to headline 2026 French Quarter Festival in homecoming performance

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 21:09:35 GMT

This will be Morton's first appearance at the spring celebration since 2014.

Carnival 2026: A timeline of parade controversies and ongoing investigations

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 11:42:42 GMT

From an injury on the parade route to ordinance violations and racist imagery, WWL Louisiana has the latest on five incidents regarding krewes’ conduct.

'There was blood everywhere:' Mom speaks out after 4-year-old injured at Zulu parade

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 06:01:17 GMT

Harpyr McBride, 4, had to get staples after he was hit in the head with a wine bottle at Zulu's Mardi Gras Day parade.

'You can’t even tell we had Mardi Gras yesterday:' Ash Wednesday brings Carnival cleanup

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 23:38:45 GMT

Cleanup crews collected trash and washed down City of New Orleans streets Wednesday, marking the end to the 2026 Carnival season.

New Orleans loses civil rights pioneer, educator Dr. Norman C. Francis at 94

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 23:38:09 GMT

Throughout his life, Francis never stopped serving the city and state he loved, former New Orleans Mayor Mitch Landrieu said.

Rex to arrive at Spanish Plaza for Lundi Gras celebration

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 19:56:52 GMT

Lane will reign alongside Queen of Carnival Kelsey Grace French, a finance student at Texas Christian University.

New Orleanians report feeling safer and more satisfied with NOPD, survey shows

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 06:55:31 GMT

Two-thirds of New Orleans residents feel safe, and 55% are satisfied with NOPD, according to a new survey from the New Orleans Crime Coalition.

'If you expect a spot, you better be here': The growing debate over Endymion spot-marking

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 23:19:53 GMT

Despite city ordinances and growing public criticism, the tradition of "spot-marking" remains a fiercely guarded rite of passage for many revelers.

3 assistant teachers accused of locking child with autism in closet at Arthur Ashe

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 23:30:30 GMT

Police said all three women have been charged with one count of cruelty to a juvenile.