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‘It’s painful to see...’: Leaders call for community help after shootings leave 2 dead, 11 injured

After two deadly shootings interrupted a New Orleans second-line parade event on Sunday, city leaders urge public cooperation to solve the case.

2 dead, 10 injured in separate shootings in St. Roch Sunday afternoon, police say

MASS SHOOTINGS IN NEW ORLEANS NOPD investigates multiple shootings Sunday that left 2 dead and 10 injured. 1st shooting: 8 people were shot at a secondline on Almonaster 2nd shooting: 2 shot and killed at Almonaster and Florida Shootings happened 45 minutes apart. @FOX8NOLA pic.twitter.com/V2ofYD28l5

The Community Organizing Effort That Helped Save an Urban Farm in New Orleans

This story is part of a partnership between Verite News and Modern Farmer. Verite News is nonprofit news outlet covering New Orleans. You can read more of

Lakers Highlights: Anthony Davis, LeBron James & Dalton Knecht Lead Win Over Pelicans

Los Angeles Lakers highlights of Anthony Davis, LeBron James and Dalton Knecht leading a win over the New Orleans Pelicans.

Davis Dominates with 31 Points to Elevate Lakers Over Pelicans, L.A. Secures Fifth Straight Win

Anthony Davis scored 31 points in the Lakers' 104-99 win over the Pelicans, marking their fifth straight victory.

Saints vs. Browns score: Live updates and analysis as from the game in New Orleans

The New Orleans Saints take on the Cleveland Browns in a game in the Superdome. Follow here for the score and live updates from the NFL game.

Tiny Nick’s Gambling Picks: 11/17

Tiny Nick has gained +72.7 Units on his Locks since joining Zone Coverage. Every day he will offer his Locks and Degenerate picks. Locks are the games he’s confident in. Degenerates are entertaining but riskier picks.

From L.A. to New Orleans: Swiftie daughter relives ‘Eras’ effect

Back in August 2023, my 32-year-old stepdaughter, Alexa Bonnevie-Milmont, invited my daughter Gabbie to join her for Taylor Swift’s “Eras Tour” concert last Oct. 27 in New Orleans. Alexa — who lives in Denver — managed to secure two VIP floor ...

Lakers vs Pelicans Prediction, Odds: Los Angeles Lakers vs New Orelans Pelicans Lineups, Lines, Where to Watch

Los Angeles Lakers vs New Orelans Pelicans Lineups, Lines, Where to Watch - Check Out the predicted lineup, best betting odds, spread, lines, Stats and Prediction of the NBA match here on MyKhel.

New Orleans RTA needs $7M to keep the Algiers ferry running. City says look elsewhere.

The city's transit agency has yet to secure a permanent funding source to keep the Canal Street-Algiers Point ferry running, even as it plans to renovate a ferry terminal on the West Bank.

Cam Reddish, Rui Hachimura sit for Lakers game against Pelicans

Reddish, who’s in his sixth NBA season and second with the Lakers, entered Saturday with averages of 4.7 points, 3 rebounds and 1 steal. He started in the previous four games after first entering the rotation in the Nov. 4 road loss to the Detroit Pistons.

Blakeview: New Orleans welcomed Audubon Zoo's first elephant 100 years ago

New Orleans threw a party 100 years ago this week to celebrate the arrival of Itema, Audubon Zoo’s first elephant. She was named after the New Orleans Item newspaper, which helped organize a campaign encouraging children to help raise money for her purchase.

Lakers star Anthony Davis available vs. Pelicans

Anthony Davis and the Los Angeles Lakers will go head-to-head with the New Orleans Pelicans on Saturday night. LA is off to an 8-4 start in 2024-25, and Davis is playing at an MVP-caliber level. However, the Lakers star is dealing with an injury.

Where to watch New Orleans Pelicans vs Los Angeles Lakers live in the USA: 2024 NBA regular season game

New Orleans Pelicans play against Los Angeles in a 2024 NBA regular season showdown. Here's everything you need to know about when, where, and how to watch this exciting game live in the USA.

Robert Morris puts home win streak on the line against New Orleans

Get the poll delivered straight to your inbox with AP Top 25 Poll Alerts. Sign up here. New Orleans Privateers (1-3) at Robert Morris Colonials (3-2) Moon Township, Pennsylvania; Sunday, 4 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Robert Morris hosts New Orleans aiming to ...

Davis leads Los Angeles against New Orleans after 40-point performance

Los Angeles Lakers (8-4, fifth in the Western Conference) vs. New Orleans Pelicans (4-9, 14th in the Western Conference)

Ville Platte to host Bayou Classic Parade Nov. 23

The Bayou Classic, between bitter rivals Grambling State University and Southern University, will be played at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans Nov. 30. Alumni of both schools will host a parade in Ville Platte, starting at 2 p.m. Nov. 23.

New Orleans high school football storylines entering state playoffs

The LHSAA Football Playoffs have officially kicked off, and 208 high school teams are competing for state championships in eight different divisions.

Teresa Weatherspoon among 6 Unrivaled coaches for debut season

Basketball Hall of Fame member Teresa Weatherspoon is one of six coaches who will lead teams this winter in Unrivaled, the upcoming 3x3 women's basketball league. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Nashville vs. New Orleans: Which Southern City Has the Best Luxury Hotels?

It's a war of new against old, modern against time-honored, in two of the most exciting hospitality-obsessed cities in America.

Tyler Childers announces 2025 tour, kicking off in New Orleans

The tour begins April 3, 2025, in New Orleans at the Smoothie King Center, continuing for the next six months with stops in Texas, Alabama, Florida and more. Fans can sign up now for access to presale tickets on the official Tyler Childers website. Registration ends on Nov. 17, and the presale begins on Nov. 19, at 10 a.m. local time to the venue.

Ready for the weekend? Here are New Orleans events for Nov. 15-17

Take a look at what's in store throughout the greater south Louisiana area, from music and food to races for a good causes

Derry’s Week 11 NFL Picks: Can Saints do it again? Trends scream value in Steelers-Ravens

Jim Derry is at 53 percent in his best bets for the season, above .500 ATS and is 63 percent in straight-up picks in 2024

What are the longest field goals in NFL history?

Timely field goals can change game trajectories in a dramatic fashion. Check out the longest field goals in NFL history now.

Livvy Dunne and Paul Skenes may accept the tempting offer from an NFL head coach

Livvy Dunne and Paul Skenes have become one of the most prominent couples in the sports world, not only for their individual achievements but also for their growing media presence.

New Orleans Saints safety Tyrann Mathieu hosts Thanksgiving food giveaway

Tyrann Mathieu, inspired by memories of spending Thanksgivings with his grandmother, participated in the event to ensure families have food on the table for the holiday.

Reports: Pelicans' Jose Alvarado (hamstring) expected to miss 6 weeks

The New Orleans Pelicans suffered another injury loss as guard Jose Alvarado is reportedly set to miss six weeks. Per multiple reports, Alvarado will be out because of a hamstring injury he suffered in Monday’s 107-105 home loss to the Brooklyn Nets, reports ESPN’s Shams Charania.

Dream Kasestatad brings his Thai street-food pop-up Pranom to New Orleans Nov. 17-18

Dream Kasestatad is a film actor and director based in Austin, Texas. But he has always been involved in food. His family runs a Thai restaurant in Lubbock, Texas, where

What will a second Trump presidential term mean for New Orleans?

When Donald Trump is sworn into his second term of office, it will begin a cascade of activity which will affect residents of New Orleans.

New restaurant from this New Orleans food truck brings Latin American street food Uptown

La Cocinita was among the first wave of the modern food trucks around New Orleans, serving Latin American street food. Now it has a new restaurant in Uptown.

Irvine Spreads Holiday Cheer, Mailbox Service Connects Kids with Santa's Workshop

Irvine's letter to Santa program allows families to send and receive replies from Santa. Drop off letters at designated centers from Nov 18 to Dec 13.

Update: 2 dead, 2 critical in shooting near UL's campus on homecoming night, Lafayette police say

Two people are dead and two are in critical condition as the result of a shooting a shooting outside of a restaurant across from the University of Louisiana Lafayette's campus, the Lafayette Police Department said. The shooting took place following the homecoming football game on Saturday night.

LHSAA will delay release of 2024 postseason football brackets due to ongoing litigation

BATON ROUGE, La. — The Louisiana High School Athletic Association (LHSAA) will delay the release of the 2024 postseason football brackets due to ongoing litigation with one of our member schools. This situation could affect all 307 schools that ...

Alvin Kamara player props and odds | Saints vs. Falcons in week 10 2024

NFC South foes square off in Week 10 when Kamara’s New Orleans Saints (2-7) take the field against the Atlanta Falcons (6-3) at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana. Kamara averages 73.3 rushing yards per game, 3.8 greater than Sunday’s over/under.

How Julius Randle could take Anthony Edwards, Wolves to new heights

He has a coach in Chris Finch he fully respects and responds to, too, dating back to the single 2018-19 season they shared in New Orleans when the 6-foot-8, 250-pound Randle was still finding his way through the league and Finch was Alvin Gentry’s ...

New Orleans to offer Narcan, 'Stop the Bleed' training for hospitality workers

New Orleans' Night Mayor's Office and the Department of Health are sponsoring a series of free Narcan and "Stop the Bleed" trainings for bartenders, bouncers and other hospitality industry workers in the city.

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