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SEC responds to court ruling on former NFL player eligibility

2026-09-04T16:47:44-05:00September 4th, 2026|News, WDSU|

LSU received a favorable ruling Thursday night when a Baton Rouge judge ruled players with professional experience can return to college for their fifth season. The Southeastern Conference has been against having these players

Parking limited at MSY due to technical issues ahead of Labor Day

2026-09-04T16:40:21-05:00September 4th, 2026|News, WDSU|

Those traveling through the Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport for Labor Day weekend should prepare ahead of time for parking. According to MSY, there are limited parking spots available as well as technical difficulties affecting parking information.

Louisiana Health Disparities Rank Near the Bottom for Black Residents, Report Finds

2026-09-02T19:37:38-05:00September 2nd, 2026|News, Think504|

Louisiana health disparities aren’t a mystery to anyone who has spent time in a New Orleans emergency room versus a clinic in the suburbs. Now there’s a national report putting numbers behind what Black residents already know.

Louisiana law enforcement warns teens against participating in ‘Cat in the Hat’ threat trend

2026-09-02T17:57:30-05:00September 2nd, 2026|News, WDSU|

The Lafourche Parish Sheriff's Office is issuing a warning about a social media trend called the "Cat in the Hat" hoax. The hoax features manipulated or AI-generated images and videos depicting a sinister version of the character.

Orleans Parish coroner identifies body found in bag floating in bayou

2026-09-02T17:52:03-05:00September 2nd, 2026|News, WDSU|

The Orleans Parish Coroner's Office has identified remains found floating in a bag in Bayou St. John. According to the coroner, the remains were identified as Benita Robinson, 44, of New Orleans. The New Orleans Police Department began investigating the disturbing find in the Fillmore neighborhood near City

Plans for Louisiana International Terminal continue to stir debate in St. Bernard Parish

2026-09-02T17:45:19-05:00September 2nd, 2026|News, WDSU|

Debate continues in St. Bernard Parish surrounding plans for the Louisiana International Terminal. Port NOLA plans to build the shipping container terminal on 614 acres in the Violet community. Port NOLA was granted a permit by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers last month, which allows it to begin construction.

Randy Hayman Steadies SWBNO While JP Morrell Lets Steve Nelson Skate

2026-08-31T16:26:42-05:00August 31st, 2026|News, Think504|

New Orleans spent $300 million on a West Power Complex designed to finally give SWBNO’s ancient drainage pumps a reliable source of electricity. The project came online in December 2025. It uses

NOPD boosts officers in the French Quarter after National Guard departure

2026-08-31T16:20:45-05:00August 31st, 2026|News, WDSU|

The New Orleans Police Department is increasing patrols and expanding partnerships to maintain safety in the French Quarter after the National Guard ended its eight-month deployment in the city last week. The Guard had been deployed by the Trump

New Orleans council eyes tiered Mardi Gras permit fees as krewes face steep increases

2026-08-31T17:37:44-05:00August 31st, 2026|News, WDSU|

A proposed new Carnival parade permit fee system now heads to the New Orleans City Council for a vote after passing out of a committee Monday morning. New Orleans leaders have advanced a proposal to implement a tiered permit fee system for Mardi

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