Police say a hammer-wielding suspect stole a cash register from a Canal Street business around 10:30 a.m. and fled on an RTA bus; detectives say the investigation is ongoing.

A federal judge has ended a decade-long consent judgment supervising special education in New Orleans, saying state and district met the settlement's standards. Advocates say safeguards should remain.

Warm and muggy Friday with highs near 82°F. Showers and thunderstorms likely Saturday into Sunday; boaters should watch for stronger winds.

Three people were shot Wednesday night on Philip Street in Central City; victims were taken to a hospital and police are investigating.

Warm and muggy this morning with scattered afternoon storms possible. A cold front late Saturday could bring heavier rain and gusty winds.

Kandy’s is moving into the CBD at 514 S. Rampart, promising a mix of classic New Orleans and French‑inspired dishes plus a full beverage program.

Warm, muggy morning in New Orleans; showers and thunderstorms likely this afternoon with highs near 82°F.

Skysoar Capital Partners bought One Canal Place in downtown New Orleans in a deal local sources peg at about $25–30M, and Baker Donelson's 40,000-sf lease pushes occupancy to roughly 75%.

OPSB and NORA will reopen the Israel Augustine solicitation after only one non‑responsive bid; NORA warns redevelopment could cost as much as $50 million.

Showers and thunderstorms likely in New Orleans today with highs near 82°F. Expect brief heavy downpours and a wet commute.

Mayor Helena Moreno says DPW crews will be retooled to prioritize potholes, with an aim of filling roughly 1,500 holes a week while sidewalks, lights and repaving get attention. Funding and new in‑house crews are part of the plan.

Cloudy and muggy this morning; showers and thunderstorms likely this afternoon with brief heavy downpours possible.

A driver died after an SUV left the road, struck a tree stump and caught fire on Oaklawn Drive near Pine Crest Drive Saturday night. Deputies say the crash is under investigation.