Bookmark and Share

rss logo Top New Orleans Area Local News Stories

Source: WDSU.com - Local News

IG Files Scathing Report On Garbage Contracts

New Orleans' inspector general files a scathing report about the city's sanitation department over garbage contracts.

Published: Sat, 13 Mar 2010 19:20:36 CST

New Orleans Home And Garden Show Kicks Off

The 55th Annual New Orleans Home and Garden Show kicks off at the Louisiana Superdome.

Published: Sat, 13 Mar 2010 12:18:34 CST

Early Voting Kicks Off For March 27 Elections

Voters choosing to cast their ballots early can do so starting Saturday at locations across southeast Louisiana.

Published: Sat, 13 Mar 2010 18:39:43 CST

Former D.A. Not Surprised By Danziger Developments

A former Orleans Parish District Attorney who pursued charges against officers involved in the Danziger Bridge shooting told WDSU Friday he is not surprised by recent revelations pointing to a widespread cover-up.

Published: Fri, 12 Mar 2010 18:31:19 CST

New Orleans Hotel Owner Offers To Host Canceled Prom

There's a new wrinkle in the battle over a Mississippi prom, as a New Orleans hotel owner said he would host his own dance for students after school officials canceled the event.

Published: Fri, 12 Mar 2010 18:54:42 CST

Show Us Your Green!

Are you wearing your green? Upload your St. Patrick's Day photos on u local!

Published: Fri, 12 Mar 2010 07:51:20 CST

CBD Parking Meter Increases Begin Next Week

People parking their cars in the Central Business District next week could see an increase in parking tickets.

Published: Sat, 13 Mar 2010 21:03:36 CST

Ex-Film Commissioner's License Permanently Revoked

The Louisiana Supreme Court has permanently disbarred former state film commissioner Mark Smith, who was sentenced to two years in prison for taking bribes to inflate tax credits for a movie producer.

Published: Sat, 13 Mar 2010 08:28:41 CST

Deputies: Man Missing 1 Week From Lafourche Parish

Lafourche Parish deputies are looking for a man who has been missing for a week.

Published: Sat, 13 Mar 2010 12:28:48 CST

NOPD: Help Us Find Missing Man

The New Orleans Police Department is asking for the public's help locating a 21-year-old man diagnosed with minor retardation who went missing Friday.

Published: Sat, 13 Mar 2010 01:31:01 CST

Covington Bank Failure A La. First

A Covington-based bank on Friday became the first Louisiana bank to fail in eight years, though regulators said customer assets are safe.

Published: Fri, 12 Mar 2010 18:29:04 CST

Accused Killer Will Stand Trial, But Won't Go To Prison

A 31-year-old defendant will not go to prison, even if he is convicted of murder. The reason: he was just 14 years old when the crime was committed.

Published: Fri, 12 Mar 2010 17:26:52 CST

Congemi Officially Out Of Kenner Mayor's Race

Two candidates vying to be the next mayor of Kenner taped their first televised debate, while a former holder of the office made official his withdrawal from the race Friday.

Published: Fri, 12 Mar 2010 17:12:39 CST