Westwego Woman Sentenced for Theft of Government Funds Amid Pandemic Fraud Crackdown
Penelope Passero, 50, of Westwego, has been sentenced for theft of government funds totaling about $59,320.97, including Social Security and CARES Act funds. She received time served and three years of supervised release, and must pay restitution.
Metairie Man Convicted of Second-Degree Murder in 'Ambush' Shooting on Airline Drive
Anthony Morgan was convicted of second-degree murder and other charges for the 2022 ambush shooting of Aaron Lee. Evidence refuted his self-defense claim, showing Lee was shot in his car. Morgan also tried to obstruct the investigation post-arrest.
New Orleans Continues Environmental Leadership with Annual Christmas Tree Recycling Program for Wetland Restoration
New Orleans' Christmas Tree Recycling Program encourages residents to donate trees to help combat coastal erosion and restore the wetlands, providing community and environmental benefits.












