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February 5, 2024

Louisiana teen attempted murder suspect who escaped custody turned in to law enforcement by parents

A Louisiana teenage attempted murder suspect who escaped law enforcement custody was turned over to authorities by his parents, officials said Sunday.

February 5, 2024

Louisiana governor vows to help Texas with National Guard troops

Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry (R) on his decision to join governors in helping Texas with the ongoing border crisis

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.

February 1, 2024

Louisiana Gov. Landry signals push for state to resume death row executions

Louisiana, having abstained from executions since 2010, faces a potential shift as a new conservative governor shows openness to resuming capital punishment.

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 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 25, 2024

Biden admin probed after Fox News Digital shows it may have fabricated paper trail to shutter chemical plant

House Science Committee leaders are calling for an inspector general probe following a Fox Digital report uncovering federal officials' apparent actions fabricating a paper trail.

January 24, 2024

Biden reportedly jams brakes on massive energy projects over climate impacts

The White House has ordered the Department of Energy to conduct a climate change analysis for key gas projects that would supply energy to allies worldwide.

January 19, 2024

'Laughing' suspect in LSU student attack indicted on video recording

One of the suspects connected to the alleged rape of LSU sophomore Madison Brooks, who allegedly videotaped the incident, is facing more charges

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.