Supervisors at the Orleans Justice Center walked off their post Sept. 15 after several physical altercations involving eight detainees on Thursday and Friday. The Orleans Parish Sheriff’s office said the altercation started around 2:35 p.m. that Thursday. Detainees were separated by the staff, and a weapon was confiscated. Around 8:10 p.m., detainees were seen starting…… MORE
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Kenner police adds a “furry” addition to their squad
The Kenner Police Department is introducing its newest, furriest four-legged officer to the team. K-9 McKaay is a 2-year-old Belgian Malinois-Shepherd mix and is trained in narcotics detection. McKaay will assist officers during search warrants and conducting narcotics investigations. McKaay’s handler says he has a fun and energetic personality and is very social, and loves…… MORE
Beignet Fest is returning to New Orleans Saturday
The Beignet fest returns to New Orleans on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at New Orleans City Park. More than 80 menu options and 50 unique takes on beignets from all across Louisiana and from neighboring states like Texas and Alabama. Beignet Fest was created in 2016 to help raise awareness and funds…… MORE
Tip to FBI New Orleans ends 32-year-long manhunt
New Orleans FBI agents put an end to a 32-year-long manhunt for a Louisiana man accused of murder after receiving a tip on his whereabouts.Sixty-three-year-old Greg Lawson of Ringgold, Louisiana, was arrested in Mexico this week.Authorities say the FBI first opened its search for Lawson in May 1991, after he took off before a jury…… MORE
NOPD arrested suspect in fatal hit-and-run crash
The New Orleans Police Department arrested a suspect in the fatal hit-and-run crash that occurred on Sept. 19 at the intersection of Franklin and Filmore avenues.NOPD arrested Bryan C. Mitchell Sr., 35, Wednesday evening.Authorities were notified around 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday about a truck that matched the description of the suspect’s truck, which was located…… MORE
Kim Mulkey, Theresa Weatherspoon honored with statues at Louisiana Tech
Louisiana Tech leaders honored some of the best athletes to play in their programs and who inspired the generations after them. Kim Mulkey and Theresa Weatherspoon were two of the six athletes who had statues unveiled at a special ceremony Thursday night. Kim Mulkey is a Tangipahoa native and the head coach of the LSU’s…… MORE
Saints players name their favorite Beyoncé song ahead of the singer’s stop in New Orleans
The Saints are 2-0 right now, and as excited they are about that, they’re also excited that Beyoncé will soon be in the Big Easy. In a video produced by the team, the players were asked what their favorite Beyoncé song is. Check out what they had to say: Beyoncé’s concert is happening Wednesday, September…… MORE
CEO of New Orleans school speaks out after viral video shows fight between dean and student
A follow-up on a video of a fight between a dean and a student at Sarah T. Reed. The video went viral on social media sparking a lot of concern. On Tuesday, WDSU spoke exclusively with the student involved in the fight and his lawyers. They are demanding that action be taken against the dean.…… MORE
VIDEO REPORT: Saints riding coach Dennis Allen’s defense to early season success
Despite scoring just three touchdowns in two games, the New Orleans Saints are 2-0 for the first time since opening the 2013 season with five straight victories.Dominant defense was the key to a 16-15 victory over Tennessee in Week 1 and a 20-17 triumph over Carolina on Monday night.Whether that’s a recipe for sustained success…… MORE
Thibodaux teen shot, recovering in hospital police say
A Thibodaux teen is recovering after he was shot outside a restaurant. Thibodaux police say this happened on North Canal Boulevard near Rienzi Drive around noon Wednesday. Police say the teen was shot in the hip at a restaurant and was transported to the hospital. The teen’s injuries are not life-threatening, according to police. Right…… MORE
