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February 5, 2024

Louisiana deputy arrested, fired over contraband smuggling claims

Former Sheriff's Deputy Andrew Wheeler of Ascension Parish, Louisiana, has been arrested and fired over charges he snuck contraband into a jail.

February 2, 2024

In New Orleans, demand for king cakes — a Mardi Gras traditional treat — surges

King Cakes are a Mardi Gras tradition that has only grown over time. Many bakeries make a large portion of their revenue off of king cakes alone.

January 31, 2024

Saints' Juwan Johnson, wife Chanen encourage shelter pet adoptions: 'They have the sweetest hearts'

New Orleans Saints tight end Juwan Johnson and his wife Chanen are looking to raise money for Shelter Bowl 2024 and spread awareness about shelter pet adoptions.

January 31, 2024

Branford Marsalis appointed artistic director at New Orleans music center honoring his father

Acclaimed composer and jazz musician Branford Marsalis has been named the artistic director for the Ellis Marsalis Center for Music in New Orleans.

January 28, 2024

Sweet thief: Burglar steals 7 king cakes from New Orleans bakery

New Orleans Police reported that a thief stole seven king cakes, cash, and a case of Vodka during a break-in last week at a New Orleans bakery ahead of Mardi Gras celebrations.

January 25, 2024

Harry Connick Sr, longtime New Orleans DA and singer's dad, dead at 97

Longtime New Orleans District Attorney Harry Connick Sr., and father to two, including musician and Harry Connick Jr., died Thursday at the age of 97.

January 23, 2024

Federal judges to determine if Mississippi can permanently strip felons of voting rights

Federal judges on the New Orleans-based 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals will hold a hearing Tuesday to determine whether Mississippi can permanently strip felons of voting rights.

January 18, 2024

Chris Stapleton, Foo Fighters, Queen Latifah to join The Rolling Stones at 2024 Jazz Fest

The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Fest has announced its full 2024 lineup, which is expected to be headlined by Chris Stapleton, Foo Fighters, Queen Latifah and Jon Batiste.

January 12, 2024

Stars of Netflix’s 'Queer Eye' almost quit over carjackings in this crime-ridden blue city: report

New Orleans carjacking attempts made against vehicles in the filming of a Netflix show caused fear among staff and led to more security, according to new report.

January 10, 2024

Washington bagel shop owner shot, killed while on vacation in New Orleans

Tacoma, Washington Howdy Bagel owner Jacob Carter was shot and killed while vacationing in New Orleans with his husband. Police said the shooter fled the scene.