Baton Rouge lawyer says new immigration court could boost access to justice

BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - A new federal facility is opening its doors in the heart of downtown Baton Rouge — one that will quietly handle some of the most life-changing legal decisions for families in the southeast. The city’s first immigration...

Police Foundation: National Guard could help curb crime in New Orleans

NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - As the New Orleans Police Department continues to operate with historically low staffing levels, local leaders are calling for reinforcements. While there’s no confirmed timeline, the head of the New Orleans Police and Justice...

New Orleans looks to raise parking rates and toughen enforcement on unpaid tickets

NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - Drivers could soon pay more to park in New Orleans, but it could be even more expensive if they don’t pay. On Wednesday (Oct. 1), Mayor LaToya Cantrell’s administration and City Council Budget Chair Joe Giarrusso both...

New Orleans downgraded to A3 by Moody's

The 2022 Mardi Gras celebration in New Orleans. Moody's Ratings said it is concerned about the city government's narrowing reserves.Bloomberg News Moody's Ratings downgraded New Orleans' issuer, general obligation unlimited tax and general...

Land Lines: How to apply for a FREE Volusia beach driving pass

Well, it took a while, but it seems we finally have the right people on the Volusia County Council. If you have not heard, Volusia residents no longer have to pay to drive on our beach. Hallelujah! When the council passed that welcome amendment...

Louisiana Wildlife Federation Promotes “Lights Out” for Bird Migration

The Louisiana Wildlife Federation (LWF) is urging homeowners and businesses to reduce outdoor lighting overnight to protect migratory birds making their seasonal journey through the state. From 11 p.m. until 6 a.m., LWF asks that non-essential...

These two states are mostly inaccessible by road. Medicaid cuts could make travel for care harder.

For a local Alaska resident who didn’t qualify for Medicaid because she made a few dollars over the income threshold, Title X family planning funding would have been an option for care at Planned Parenthood in Anchorage. The federal money is used...

Salem Braces For Challenges, Cheers Benefits Of Massive Witch City Halloween Tourist Invasion

"We can't just put a wall up at the city border and say Salem is closed. Nor would we want to do that." - Salem Mayor Dominick Pangallo Posted Thu, Oct 2, 2025 at 2:45 pm ET SALEM, MA — The collective sense of quiet anticipation of the storm that...

The rise of haunted tourism: How october became big business

Every October, America transforms. Pumpkins line porches, costumes fill store shelves, and neighborhoods embrace the thrill of the spooky season. But beyond candy and decorations, a quieter economic transformation has been unfolding: the rise of...

Louisiana’s Train Wreck Inn offers unique overnight stay blending history with modern

GRAND COTEAU, La. (InvestigateTV) — What is the most unique overnight lodging you have ever stayed in for a night? For those traveling near Grand Coteau, you could have a new answer to this question. Ben Trant transformed century-old railroad cars...

Leading Home Care gives $100K back to Louisiana communities in 2025 through Randon Costello Scholarship

LAFAYETTE, La. — Leading Home Care proudly announces that it has given back more than $100,000 to Louisiana families in 2025 through the Randon Costello Scholarship Fund. The scholarship was established to honor the life and legacy of Randon...

Three Louisiana cities named among the 12 most humid places in America

Humidity describes how much water vapor is in the air. In climatology, two terms matter most: relative humidity, which measures the percentage of moisture compared to what the air can hold at a given temperature, and dew point, which shows how...

OPINION | Tulanians, you need to be following New Orleans news

It is undeniable that Tulane University’s identity is rooted in the city of New Orleans. When people from home ask me if I’m enjoying college so far, I get to brag about Mardi Gras parades, Creole cuisine and hurricanes on Bourbon Street. I do my...

Coca-Cola Bottling Distributor Sued for Disability Discrimination Against Louisiana Worker

Coca-Cola Bottling Company United, Inc. (CCBCU), the third-largest bottler and distributor of Coca-Cola products in the United States, violated federal law by failing to accommodate an employee with a disability and then firing him because of his...

New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell proposes $200 million in spending reductions

Mayor LaToya Cantrell speaks during a meeting where her administration delivered the 2026 budget proposal at New Orleans City Hall. Photo by Brett Duke / The Times-Picayune New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell Wednesday sought to shift the blame for...

Leading mayoral candidate Helena Moreno weighs in on higher education in New Orleans

In the race for New Orleans mayor, three candidates lead the 11-person race: Councilmember Helena Moreno, state Sen. Royce Duplessis and Councilmember Oliver Thomas. Currently, Moreno leads. The Tulane Hullabaloo reached out to Moreno to hear...

Louisiana’s Christmas Tree Debate Settled

LAFAYETTE, La. (KMDL-FM) - It's October. Yay! We're starting to see ever-so-slightly cooler weather, pumpkin spice is everywhere you turn, and fall festivities are in full swing. So, naturally, we should start thinking about Christmas. Hey, don't...

Armed soldiers coming to New Orleans streets; tourists react

With some of the lowest violent crime rates in decades, critics question the need to bring in the Guard. NEW ORLEANS — Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry announced Wednesday that New Orleans will host college football's championship game in 2028. He...

New Orleans Wins 2028 CFP Championship Bid at Superdome

NEW ORLEANS, La. (KPEL News) — The Caesars Superdome will host the College Football Playoff National Championship on January 24, 2028, bringing the sport’s title game back to Louisiana for the first time since LSU’s dominant victory over Clemson...

New Orleans to host College Football Playoff National Championship at Superdome in 2028

New Orleans will host the College Football Playoff National Championship in January 2028, bringing the title game back to the Caesars Superdome and thousands of fans and national media attention along with it. The matchup will cap the 2027 season...