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| Extortion? |
Mandeville cops have arrested ''Mr. Move''
Police in Mandeville have arrested the owner of a moving company for allegedly extorting a client. "The victim reported that her previous quote of approximately $700.00 was raised to over of $2000.00 without any justification and only after the movers secured her property on their truck," Read more...
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| Oyster Crime |
Six Terrebonne Parish oystermen arrested
Authorities say six Terrebonne Parish oystermen were arrested for taking oysters during a closed season. Read more...
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| Opp Evac Plan |
Sheriffs discuss hurricane prep in Orleans
Representatives from southeast Louisiana sheriff's offices are set to discuss hurricane preparations in New Orleans. Orleans Parish Sheriff Marlin Gusman's office set a news conference for Wednesday morning to provide information on evacuation procedures for his office's facilities. Read more...
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| Fish Kill $ |
DEQ gets $500K from 2011 Northshore spill
Louisiana has received a $500,000 check as part of Temple Inland's sentencing for polluting the Pearl River in 2011 with illegal discharges from its Bogalusa paper mill that killed thousands of fish. Read more...
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| Farewell |
LSU fans will miss Omaha
Thousands of Tiger fans are streaming home today following LSU's exit from the College World Series. In the dozens of interviews with LSU fans here in Omaha, a common theme came through: Omaha is a special place for folks wearing Purple and Gold. Read more...
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| Bilingual |
Loyola adds program as growing Hispanic population creates bilingual job opportu
An exploding Hispanic population in New Orleans has created a huge need for professional interpreters and translators. Read more...
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| I-10 Delays |
I-10 closures in Jefferson Parish tonight
Motorists traveling through Jefferson Parish should be aware of potential delays tonight. Read the full details...
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| Heading Home |
LSU heading home after falling to UNC 4-2
Brian Holberton homered, Trent Thornton pitched a strong seven innings and No. 1 national seed North Carolina extended its stay at the College World Series with a 4-2 victory over LSU on Tuesday. Read more...
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Large Gulf 'dead zone' predicted for the summer
Scientists in Michigan and Louisiana are predicting a big summer "dead zone'' in the Gulf of Mexico. In the Chesapeake Bay, a smaller than average dead zone is expected. Read more...
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| Wrestling Death |
Cops: Terrytown teen murdered half sister with wrestling moves
The Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office has arrested a 13-year-old Terrytown boy and booked him with the murder of his 5-year-old half sister. According to a news release from JPSO, officers were dispatched to 733 Carollwood Village in Terrytown. Read more...
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| Gleason on Bit |
Gleason: Shock jocks' apology 'received and accepted'
Former New Orleans Saints player Steve Gleason today addressed the antics of some Atlanta radio personalities now out of work, following their bit that featured a mock on-air interview with a Gleason impersonator. Read more...
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| Eagles Poisoned |
$3500 reward in Thibodaux bald eagle poisonings
Federal investigators say someone poisoned and killed two bald eagles in Thibodaux. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries are offering $3,500 for information leading to the conviction of whoever killed the national birds. Read more...
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| Blast Impact |
Video: Gas explosion incinerated large area
Louisiana State Police provided video showing how the natural gas pipeline explosion in Washington Parish left only baked ground where trees and other vegetation had been growing... Click here to see the video
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Judge dismisses lawsuit to stop Dixie Brewery demolition
A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit brought by the Dixie Brewing Co. in an effort to stop any demolition of the building which is now part of the new VA hospital under construction in New Orleans. Read more...
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Terrebonne Levee district proceeds with Morganza work
The Terrebonne Levee District is gearing up for its busiest year of levee-building yet as its board plans to move ahead with millions of dollars in construction paid for with a new 1/2-cent sales tax. Read more...
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BESE to consider funds for 'Course Choice' program
The state education board is being asked to allocate $2 million for a pilot program to expand online high school course offerings to public school students. Read more...
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| Apology |
Atlanta radio host posts long apology to Steve Gleason
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| LSU @ CWS |
Photos: LSU fans party in Omaha
Click here for more photos of LSU fans in Omaha at the College World Series!
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| Hit and Run |
Livingston School Board President ''remorseful'' after arrest
An attorney for Livingston Parish School Board President Malcolm Sibley says his client is remorseful over his involvement in an accident that claimed the life of a 21-year-old Mississippi man. Read more...
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| Third Coast |
Famed stock analyst tells investors to flock to Louisiana
Famed stock analyst Meredith Whitney is recommending that investors forget about looking to the East or West Coasts for investment prospects, and look to the middle of the country. And if that outlook holds true, Louisiana is in for 30 prosperous years. Read more...
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| Plant Blast |
Gas plant explosion under control in Washington Parish
An explosion rocked Washington Parish this morning when fire erupted at a Florida Gas facility south of Franklinton. The glow was visible across the Northshore and as far away as Metairie and Chalmette.
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| Boys Burned |
Northshore science camp experiment sends 3 to hospital
Covington Fire Chief Richard Badon says two boys were seriously burned and a teacher and a third boy suffered minor burns during a science camp chemistry experiment. Read more....
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| Hosts Suspended |
Atlanta radio hosts suspended after making fun of Steve Gleason
An Atlanta radio station has suspended the hosts of a radio show that made fun of former New Orleans Saints safety Steve Gleason. "We deeply regret the comments made by Mayhem In The AM this morning on 790 The Zone regarding former New Orleans Saints player Steve Gleason. Read more...
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| Bridge Death |
Man keels over at bridge celebration and dies
The Jefferson Parish Coroner's Office is trying to figure out what killed a man taking part in the celebration of the opening of the new, wider Huey P. Long Bridge. A witness tells WWL First News that the man collapsed during the start of the 5-K run across the bridge. Read more...
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| Gov. Tour |
Jindal launching tour of the state
Gov. Bobby Jindal says he plans to visit all 64 Louisiana parishes in the coming months, as part of a statewide tour. The Republican governor's first stop is Monday in Alexandria. Read more...
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