Soaking rain continues through Saturday evening; Mother’s Day is trending drier
Rain and non-severe thunderstorms will continue through this evening.
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RTA board moves to remove CEO, launches national search
The board invalidates the contract with Lona Edwards Hankins and authorizes a separation agreement.
Saints first-round pick Jordyn Tyson misses out on practice Saturday as part of ‘maintenance’ plan
Saturday was a planned off day for Tyson according to Coach Moore.
Bobby Cox, manager of the Atlanta Braves’ teams that ruled the National League, dies at 84
ATLANTA (AP) — Bobby Cox, the folksy manager of the Atlanta Braves whose teams ruled the National League during the 1990s and gave the city its first major title as well as World Series trips that fell sho...
Rideshare driver carjacked at gunpoint early Saturday in Desire area, NOPD says
NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - A rideshare driver was carjacked at gunpoint early Saturday (May 9) in the Desire area, New Orleans police said.
Man dies after being hit by Frontier plane that was taking off
A Frontier Airlines plane hit a pedestrian on the runway of the Denver International Airport during takeoff.
New plaque memorializes victims of ‘99 Mother’s Day bus crash in New Orleans
Families are remembering the victims of the 1999 Mother’s Day charter bus crash, which killed 22 people on Interstate 610 in New Orleans.
Heavy storms moving through Saturday, bringing several inches of rain
NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - Another First Alert day has been declared as the threat for heavy storms is high across the entire area Saturday, starting this morning.
Strong winds knock over trees, debris in Belle Chasse
Officials report only property damage in Plaquemines Parish from Friday afternoon's winds and rain.
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).
FIRST ALERT: Flash flood warning issued for New Orleans metro as heavy storms move in
A flash flood warning is in effect until 6:30 p.m. for parts of Orleans, Jefferson, Plaquemines, St. Bernard and St. Charles parishes.
7 tornadoes confirmed after severe storms tear across Mississippi
Mississippi officials say seven tornadoes touched down during this week’s severe weather, leaving injuries, damaged homes and thousands without power.
Unlicensed contractor in Harahan investigation pleads guilty to fraud
Paul Galaforo sentenced to two years hard labor, suspended sentence and probation
Slidell police to reveal dating app robbery and kidnapping case
Slidell police will hold a 2 p.m. news conference Friday to discuss a dating app case that led to arrests on hate crime, kidnapping, carjacking and armed robbery charges.
Gov. Landry orders flags at half-staff in honor of Mall of Louisiana victim
Gov. Jeff Landry orders flags at half-staff to honor Martha Elizabeth Odom.
New Orleans Council moves toward special election in clerk of court fight
The New Orleans City Council has called a special meeting to appoint an interim Orleans clerk of court and call a special election for the newly consolidated office.
VIDEO: Explosion at Chalmette Refining sends flames and smoke into sky
A large plume of smoke was seen after residents in a Chalmette community heard a loud explosion.
NOPD tightens overtime rules after Fox 8 investigation
NOPD is expanding biometric timekeeping, advance overtime approval and payroll audits after Fox 8’s Unchecked Overtime investigation raised questions about police timecards and overtime oversight.
Louisiana map fight erupts at Capitol after Supreme Court ruling
Louisiana lawmakers began debating four new congressional map proposals after the U.S. Supreme Court struck down one of the state’s majority-Black districts.
NOPD strengthens overtime oversight after investigation
Department expands biometric timekeeping, requires advance approval for overtime
NBA YoungBoy cancels Rolling Loud USA performance
Louisiana rapper NBA YoungBoy says he will no longer be performing at Rolling Loud, the world’s largest hip hop festival, in Orlando this weekend.
Beloved New Orleans cafe closing after nearly 50 years downtown
Leni’s Cafe, a downtown New Orleans staple run by the same family since 1978, will close May 29 after nearly 50 years in business.
Miss. District Attorney launches ‘firing squad’ ad campaign to deter crime
The DeSoto County District Attorney has launched an ad campaign that hopes to deter violent crime.
All lanes reopened after vehicle fire closes I-10 Highrise
Crews extinguish blaze; heavy backups reported approaching bridge