Bengals overcome cold start, blow past Baton Rouge
LSU Eunice Baseball showed its maturity and ability to fight through adversity during the Bengals' 15-8 win over Baton Rouge to open the LCCAC/Region 23 Tour...
May 8, 2026Open source
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Archaeology talk, Louisiana’s independence and more at Jefferson Parish libraries
Check out these upcoming events at Jefferson Parish libraries.
May 20, 2026Open source
Ian McNulty names his favorite new NOLA restaurants so far in 2026. Add them to your list.
Eight new eateries have opened in the New Orleans and northshore areas of south Louisiana
May 20, 2026Open source
Wisner Trust ruling could return millions in revenue to New Orleans
A Louisiana appeals court ruled New Orleans owns the former Wisner Trust assets and rejected a disputed 2020 trust extension.
May 19, 2026Open source
New Orleans is sole owner Wisner Trust land and revenues, state appellate court rules
A Louisiana appellate court ruled in favor of the city of New Orleans in the long-running legal dispute over the proceeds of the former Wisner Trust, upholdi...
May 19, 2026Open source
Sophie B. Wright senior shot, killed one night after graduating
A New Orleans family meant to be celebrating a graduation is now planning a funeral after a deadly shooting in Tremé.
May 17, 2026Open source
Louisiana voters to decide Senate race, constitutional amendments Saturday
NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - Voters will head to the polls Saturday to decide a U.S. Senate race, five constitutional amendments and several local contests across th...
May 16, 2026Open source
More than 60,000 illegally dumped tires removed from New Orleans East as dumping continues
State officials say cameras installed in 2024 in collaboration with law enforcement have helped identify individuals responsible for illegal dumping.
May 16, 2026Open source
Drier weather returns for the rest of the week
Get the latest New Orleans Weather forecast from the WWL Louisiana Weather team. Be it severe weather, rain, cold, hurricanes or just a nice day.
May 12, 2026Open source
Napoleon sues New Orleans leaders after clerk job eliminated
Former Orleans Parish Civil District Court Clerk Chelsey Richard Napoleon is suing New Orleans leaders after the City Council appointed Calvin Johnson as int...
May 12, 2026Open source
Michelle Obama to open Essence Festival concert series in New Orleans
Michelle Obama will open the 2026 Essence Festival of Culture concert series in New Orleans as organizers expand the event with new music, film, book and cre...
May 12, 2026Open source
Gov. Landry defends Louisiana redistricting, while Carter, Fields argue for Black representation
NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - Governor Jeff Landry defended Louisiana’s rush to redraw its voting districts during an interview Sunday (May 10) on the CBS news maga...
May 12, 2026Open source
New Orleans, state leaders continue fight over court consolidation
The New Orleans City Council met Monday for a special meeting to place an interim clerk in charge of its recently consolidated court system and set a special...
May 11, 2026Open source
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Sponsored: National Travel and Tourism Week
In honor of National Travel and Tourism Week, three Louisiana tourism leaders joined together for a conversation about the impact that this industry has thro...
May 17, 2026Open source
Explosion at Chalmette Refinery shakes nearby businesses, no injuries reported
CHALMETTE, La. (WVUE) - An explosion at an operating unit at the Chalmette Refinery was reported just before 1 p.m. Friday (May 8).
May 8, 2026Open source
Was Beyoncé's Met Gala gown inspired by a Louisiana artist and her Creole heritage?
Was Beyoncé’s Met Gala skeleton gown inspired by female Tulane/LSU art professor from the 1940s?
May 8, 2026Open source
Motorcyclist dies from crash injuries in Raceland
Louisiana State Police say the crash happened on Louisiana Highway 308 near Triple Oaks Drive in Raceland.
May 3, 2026Open source
73-year-old motorcyclist dies weeks after Raceland crash, Louisiana State Police say
A 73-year-old motorcyclist died roughly two weeks after he was involved in a crash with a car in Raceland, officials with the Louisiana State Police announce...
May 3, 2026Open source
How LNG interests are seeking to disrupt global talks on decarbonising shipping
Observers say pressure on IMO negotiations appears to be linked to countries that have invested heavily in liquefied natural gas
May 1, 2026Open source
Louisiana restricts SNAP EBT card use to in-state and border-area purchases
Starting May 26, Louisiana SNAP recipients will only be able to use their EBT cards for purchases made within the state and in ZIP codes adjacent to Louisian...
May 24, 2026Open source
Senate Bill 121 debated for hours in House committee
SB 121 would eliminate one of Louisiana's majority Black congressional districts and was debated for hours
May 24, 2026Open source
Louisiana Governor Heckled, Rejected During Tour of Greenland
Louisiana Gov. Brad Landry (R) took a break from throwing out tens of thousands of his constituents’ votes this week to take a little foray to Greenland…
May 20, 2026Open source
Louisiana Governor Heckled, Rejected During Tour of Greenland
Louisiana Gov. Brad Landry (R) took a break from throwing out tens of thousands of his constituents’ votes this week to take a little foray to Greenland…
May 20, 2026Open source
Louisiana man killed in 3-vehicle crash in Boone County
The driver of a dump truck was killed in a crash on SR 32 west of Lebanon Monday afternoon.
May 20, 2026Open source
Iowa man known as 'Santa Ames' faces extradition to Louisiana on felony charges
David Greulich, a 73-year-old man known as "Santa Ames," faces six felony charges in Louisiana, including identity theft and bank fraud.
May 19, 2026Open source
Protests Ripple Across the South as Red States Race to Eliminate Black Seats
Thousands marched and protested this weekend in the southern states where Republicans are silencing Black voters — with some, including Louisiana and Alaba...
May 18, 2026Open source
Shaq returns to LSU for graduation, roasts Charles Barkley during commencement speech
Shaquille O'Neal added another milestone to his long relationship with Louisiana State University by earning his Master of Liberal Arts degree Saturday.
May 18, 2026Open source
Sen. Bill Cassidy faces a primary for the first time since his Trump impeachment vote
The Louisiana Republican is running for re-election against Trump-backed Rep. Julia Letlow and state Treasurer John Fleming.
May 17, 2026Open source
Sen. Cassidy knocked out of Louisiana Republican primary as Trump-backed Letlow, Fleming make runoff
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Sen. Bill Cassidy was decisively defeated in Saturday’s Republican primary in Louisiana, unable to convince voters that he deserv...
May 17, 2026Open source
Trump's revenge tour continues with ouster of Republican Sen. Bill Cassidy
Republican Sen. Bill Cassidy was ousted in Louisiana's primary elections this weekend after facing an opponent backed by President Donald Trump.
May 17, 2026Open source
Cassidy's loss marks latest Trump purge. What it means for the GOP
Sen. Bill Cassidy was decisively defeated in Louisiana’s Republican primary Saturday, failing to overcome backlash from GOP voters over his 2021 vote to co...
May 17, 2026Open source
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Westwego is in Jefferson County, Louisiana.
Region: Louisiana Gulf Coast
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70094, 70096
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Louisiana wants $50 million for fortified roofs. Here’s how it could help insurance rates.
Louisiana state lawmakers appear poised to pass a bill that would add significantly more money to the grant program that gives Louisiana homeowners $10,000 e...
May 24, 2026Open source
Latin Mass is back in the news. But some Louisiana Catholics wonder what's all the fuss?
The Latin Mass continues to grow in popularity across Louisiana, where seek comfort in tradition and ritual.
May 24, 2026Open source
Louisiana wants to build a 94-mile 'landbridge' to protect the coast. Is that even possible?
It would serve to not only rebuild wetlands that have been disappearing for a century, but also slow storm surge. But there are many complications and uncert...
May 24, 2026Open source
Louisiana restricts SNAP EBT card use to in-state and border-area purchases
Starting May 26, Louisiana SNAP recipients will only be able to use their EBT cards for purchases made within the state and in ZIP codes adjacent to Louisian...
May 24, 2026Open source
Senate Bill 121 debated for hours in House committee
SB 121 would eliminate one of Louisiana's majority Black congressional districts and was debated for hours
May 24, 2026Open source
Louisiana Governor Heckled, Rejected During Tour of Greenland
Louisiana Gov. Brad Landry (R) took a break from throwing out tens of thousands of his constituents’ votes this week to take a little foray to Greenland…
May 20, 2026Open source
Louisiana Governor Heckled, Rejected During Tour of Greenland
Louisiana Gov. Brad Landry (R) took a break from throwing out tens of thousands of his constituents’ votes this week to take a little foray to Greenland…
May 20, 2026Open source
Impact Day: Threat for flash flooding possible today, next several days across Louisiana, region
Stubborn setup stalls across over the next week to 10 days. Hot spots of 6-12+” of rain likely in southeast Texas into western Louisiana.
May 20, 2026Open source
Louisiana man killed in 3-vehicle crash in Boone County
The driver of a dump truck was killed in a crash on SR 32 west of Lebanon Monday afternoon.
May 20, 2026Open source
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