Judge sets summer 2028 trial for the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk
The man accused of assassinating conservative activist Charlie Kirk will stand trial in the summer of 2028, a Utah judge ruled Monday.
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Sports legends to mythical creatures: Here's a look at new USPS stamp designs for 2027
The U.S. Postal Service on Monday revealed some of its stamp designs being released in 2027.
2 Russian men await extradition to New Orleans, tied to Metairie drug bust
Two Russian nationals arrested in Colombia are accused of being part of a transatlantic cocaine smuggling network linked to a 77-kilogram seizure in Metairie.
‘No duh’: Local advocates react after Trump calls immigration crackdown ‘too tough’
Louisiana has been among the states most affected by President Trump’s surge in ICE detentions.
Deputy Chief Chad Clark announces bid for St. Bernard Parish Sheriff
Clark has more than 30 years of law enforcement experience and began his career as a patrol deputy in 1993 with the sheriff's office.
Idaho widow says late husband's story of pancreatic cancer saved the man she loved next
An Idaho widow spent years sharing her late husband’s pancreatic cancer story. She believes it’s why the man she loves now survived the same disease.
Man wanted for shooting, robbing cousin at Loranger trailer park, sheriff's officials say
Azurian Ashton, 21, faces attempted first-degree murder among other charges.
Supreme Court clears the way for border wall construction in Big Bend region of Texas to resume
The Supreme Court has allowed the Trump administration to resume border wall construction in Texas's Big Bend region.
FBI is investigating a possible killing aboard a cruise ship out of Texas
The FBI is investigating a “suspected homicide” aboard a cruise ship that returned to port after departing from Galveston, Texas.
Ohio State fraternity placed on interim suspension after video surfaces of people being set on fire
A fraternity at The Ohio State University was placed on interim suspension after a weekend incident officials described as "extremely concerning."
Judge denies Lindsay Clancy's motion to dismiss charges in the deaths of her 3 kids
A judge denied a motion by Lindsay Clancy's defense team to dismiss charges against her in the deaths of her three children.
Daily Dose: One shot targets two cholesterol problems, a surprising heart disease drug trial result and no-shave November tips
Here are today's health headlines: A drug targets two cholesterol problems, a surprising heart disease medication trial and no-shave November tips.
GLP-1 drugs to include new warning about rare eye condition causing sudden blindness, FDA says
The FDA is ordering drugmakers to add a new warning labels on GLP-1 injectables and pills linked to a rare eye condition that can cause sudden blindness.
Slidell man sentenced to additional 115 years for child sex crimes
The case dates to December 2016, when St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office deputies found a 14-year-old girl who had fled the man's home.
59 years ago, Apollo 4 was the first launch from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center
On Nov. 9, 1967, NASA took a step toward President Kennedy's goal of landing on the Moon.
Massachusetts community gives 4-year-old girl Halloween do-over after hospital stay
Massachusetts neighbors organized a Halloween do-over for a 4-year-old girl after a hospital stay kept her from trick-or-treating on Oct. 31.
Protesters in Downtown Houma demand answers days after deputy fatally shot man
According to state police, the man was the subject of a multi-agency narcotics investigation.
Mayor Moreno announces direct flights from New Orleans to Mexico City starting next summer
The new service will operate four days a week, with flights beginning June 17th of next year.
'My heart aches' | Educator who was in the classroom during the deadly Bend, Oregon school shooting releases statement
Miah Hergert, who was in the classroom during the Oct. 15 Oregon school shooting that killed four people, shared a message of gratitude on Sunday.
GOP Rep. Thomas Massie files resolution to impeach Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth
Rep. Thomas Massie of Kentucky filed a resolution in the House to force a vote to impeach Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
DC Studios shakeup: James Gunn, Peter Safran out following Skydance merger
Skydance Motion Picture Group announced Monday that James Gunn and Peter Safran are stepping down as co-chief executives after four years leading DC Studios.
Supreme Court weighs whether federal law enforcement can be liable for constitutional violations
The Supreme Court is hearing oral arguments in a case over whether people can sue federal officials for violating constitutional rights and seek damages.
Louisiana groups sue Public Service Commission over fast-track approval of Meta power projects
Lawsuit challenges rules allowing Entergy to bypass regulatory requirements for billions in electricity infrastructure
National Park Service offering free admission for Veterans Day
The National Park Service is offering free admission to all visitors to its 64 national parks on Wednesday, Nov. 11 for Veterans Day.
Fireball streaks across skies over North Carolina and Tennessee at 47,000 mph, NASA says
A small asteroid fragment streaked across the sky over North Carolina and Tennessee at 47,000 mph before breaking apart, NASA says.
Ole Miss investigating video of group making racial gestures toward Black students
The University of Mississippi said it is looking into a video of a group of students making racial gestures toward Black students.
'A hero among us': Houma child, stabbing survivor named Krewe of Hercules grand marshal
Six-year-old Weston Parfait has been named the 2026-27 Krewe of Hercules grand marshal following a community rallying around him after a September stabbing attack.
Starbucks launches Bearista cup blind boxes this week. Here's how to get one.
Starbucks is launching a line of holiday collectable cups this week, but you won't know which you get until opening the box.
Washington state representative becomes first openly transgender Black woman elected to state legislature in US
Jaelynn Scott makes history as the first openly Black transgender candidate elected to a U.S. state legislature.
College Football Playoff expanding to 24 teams in $1.7 billion ESPN deal
The College Football Playoff will expand to 24 teams in 2027 under a $1.7 billion deal with ESPN, eliminating Power 4 conference championship games.
What's open and closed on Veterans Day?
The federal holiday honoring Americans who have served in the armed forces is observed on Nov. 11.
Abita Springs priest accused of stealing around $21,000 from church
A St. Tammany priest is accused of depositing more than 30 church checks into his personal account and diverting about $21,000 in parish funds.
FAA plans to replace floppy disks used at more than 400 air traffic control facilities by 2028
The FAA plans to phase out floppy disks used to share critical information at more than 400 air traffic control facilities by the end of 2028.
Thanksgiving meal deals | Here's the cost and what you get from different stores
Retailers are unveiling Thanksgiving meal deals that combine convenience and savings, with options from Costco, Amazon, Aldi, Target, Walmart and more.
Veterans Day 2026: Here's where to find free meals and deals at dozens of restaurants
For Veterans Day on Wednesday, there are deals and freebies for veterans and active-duty military at many restaurants around the U.S. Here's some of the offers.
Fast-food restaurants celebrate National Fried Chicken Sandwich Day with freebies and deals
Monday is National Fried Chicken Sandwich Day, and several major fast-food chains are celebrating with free or discounted food.
Macy's unveils new character balloons for 100th Thanksgiving Day Parade, including Bluey and Hello Kitty
Macy's is adding several characters to its 100th Thanksgiving Day Parade on Nov. 26 in New York City.
Oscar winner Jessica Chastain, co-stars preview Netflix country music thriller 'Heartland'
Jessica Chastain, writer-director Shana Feste and the supporting cast preview "Heartland," a thriller film on Netflix revolving around country music.
'Some days are better than others': Joe Biden scales back memoir tour as he continues cancer treatment
Former President Joe Biden says cancer treatment will limit his appearances for his upcoming memoir, "Promise Me, America."
US will lead Ukraine-Russia peace talks this week
The talks scheduled to begin Tuesday between Ukraine and Russia could be a step toward ending the war as it nears the five-year mark.
Louisiana native, comedian Theo Von to reign as Bacchus for 2027 parade
Louisiana native Theo Von is the Krewe of Bacchus' pick for 2027. Here's what to know about the comedian and next year's parade.
Russell Brand sentenced to 10.5 years in prison for rape and sexual assaults
Actor and comedian Russell Brand has been sentenced to more than 10 years in a British prison for rape and sexual assaults.
Lanes reopen after vehicle fire closed I-10 west near LaPlace
A vehicle fire blocked westbound lanes of I-10 near LaPlace early Monday, they have since reopened.
Trump says FBI is looking at Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's affair with Chinese agent
China denied involvement in an alleged spy plot involving the head of one of the largest tech companies in the world.
LaPlace under boil water advisory after water system leak
St. John the Baptist Parish Utilities issued a boil water advisory for all of LaPlace following a water leak. Test results are expected Tuesday.
‘Keep his name alive’: Family remembers 11-year-old hit and killed in New Orleans
Sunday would have been Jaheim Harris’ 12th birthday. His family members gathered to sing for him and release balloons.
Colorado RV park owner vows to rebuild after devastating floods, inspired by untouched meadow
Daryl Sprague, owner of an RV Park in Colorado, vowed to rebuild his flood-ravaged park, drawing hope from an untouched meadow he calls Stage 3:16.
Butterball giving away 'buddies' to help with Thanksgiving communication
Butterball, the largest turkey seller in the United States, is giving away retro-style, turkey shaped pagers to help guests support hosts this Thanksgiving.
President Trump says he was just kidding about making UFC's Dana White his press secretary
President Donald Trump said Sunday he was only kidding about making UFC boss Dana White the next White House press secretary.
Deportation flight of Iranians from US canceled at last minute, attorney says
A U.S. deportation flight of Iranian nationals bound for Iran by way of Pakistan was abruptly canceled Sunday morning, according to an attorney.
Nvidia opens investigation into CEO's affair, foreign intelligence concerns
Nvidia's CEO Jensen Huang apologized for an affair with a woman identified by the U.S. government as a Chinese spy, reports said Sunday.
Police make arrest in a deadly shooting at Winston-Salem State during homecoming weekend
Police have arrested a man in a shooting at Winston-Salem State University in North Carolina that left a 19-year-old man dead and a 22-year-old woman injured.
Mississippi man faces attempted murder charge for Slidell residence shooting
A 40-year-old Mississippi man faces an attempted second-degree murder charge after he allegedly shot a man at a residence near Slidell Sunday.
Fishermen rescue cruise ship employee found treading water nearly 20 miles off California coast
Two fishermen rescued a Royal Caribbean cruise ship pianist who may have spent 10 hours in the Pacific Ocean after going overboard off Southern California.
Man found bleeding from head, dead in Freret neighborhood
NOPD is investigating a homicide after a man was found bleeding from the head and pronounced dead Sunday morning on South Claiborne Avenue.
The world's largest indoor wooden roller coaster is opening in 2027
Kentucky Kingdom is opening Midnight Showdown, a horse racing-themed indoor wooden roller coaster, as part of a major park expansion in spring 2027.
Woman shot, killed in Little Woods Sunday morning
A woman was found shot and killed in the 7000 block of Ridgefield Drive in New Orleans' Little Woods neighborhood early Sunday, NOPD says.
Gourmia recalls air fryers nationwide after dozens of reported burns
Gourmia recalled an estimated 175,951 of their air fryer ovens after getting dozens of customers reporting burns when using the product.
Man shot in neck near Pines Village neighborhood
The incident occurred in the 6000 block of Dwyer Road, police say.
Bose recalls 634K speaker battery packs after reports of fire, smoking
Bose recalled more than 634,000 lithium-ion battery packs for their portable Bluetooth speaker systems after getting reports of melting, smoking and catching fire.
Scenes of First Lady Melania Trump before the kickoff of the LSU-Alabama game
The First Lady is in Baton Rouge after announcing a $7.2 million scholarship fund for students who were in foster care.
Folsom area man booked for sexual battery, child pornography
Investigators say the suspect's IP address was traced from images uploaded on a social media app.
President Trump says he's asked UFC's Dana White to be his press secretary
President Donald Trump says he's offered the job of White House press secretary to his friend and UFC boss Dana White.
Want to fly to the moon? NASA is looking for new astronauts to help grow its Artemis program
NASA is recruiting a new class of astronauts to help expand its Artemis program and prepare for a permanent human presence on the moon.
Melania Trump announces $7.2M LSU scholarship fund for students who were in foster care
The first lady and LSU have established a $7.2 million scholarship endowment to help former foster youth earn a college degree.
Michael Sanft, defense attorney for 'Keffe D' in Tupac Shakur murder trial, dies at 55
Michael Sanft, the Las Vegas attorney who represented Duane “Keffe D” Davis in his conviction for the 1996 killing of rapper Tupac Shakur, has died at 55.
Judge Seeber Bridge reopens after vehicle hits safety barrier
Officials said a vehicle struck a safety barrier as the bridge was rising to let a boat pass Saturday.
'They revolted against that': Cassidy on GOP failures behind sweeping blue wave
"If you look at the shellacking our party took, it's pretty clear that most voters don't think that we were there to serve them."
Storms, snow and early-season frost possible across parts of the US, NOAA outlook says
The National Weather Service’s Week-2 Hazards Outlook flags potential heavy rain, mountain snow and strong winds in the West.
Storms, snow and early-season frost possible across parts of the U.S., NOAA outlook says
The National Weather Service’s Week-2 Hazards Outlook flags potential heavy rain, mountain snow and strong winds in the West.
Motorcyclist dead after being ejected onto I-10, possibly struck by passing vehicle
A passing vehicle may have struck him before continuing on, police said.
2 skydivers die after colliding near landing during jump in Southern California
Two experienced skydivers died after colliding shortly before landing during a jump over Lake Elsinore, California, officials said.
2 women killed in head-on crash with box truck in St. John Parish
Both women in the car, who were 75 years old, were pronounced dead at the scene.
FDA classifies Lidl gelato recall as most serious category over listeria risk
Lidl is recalling a batch of Gelatelli Coffee & Vanilla Gelato after testing found possible listeria contamination. No illnesses have been reported.
City Council approves property tax break for Omni Hotel
The proposed hotel is expected to open by 2030.
Did anyone win the Mega Millions $505M jackpot? Winning numbers for Friday, Nov. 6
Here are the winning numbers for Friday's $505 million Mega Millions jackpot.
LSU heightens security measures for Alabama game ahead of Melanie Trump visit
Officials are urging attendees to prepare for widespread delays across campus and screenings that will be strictly enforced at stadium and campus entrances.
New documentary will explore the terror plot behind canceled Taylor Swift concerts in Vienna
A new documentary will examine the culture behind the terror plot that led to the cancellation of three Taylor Swift concerts in Vienna, and how fans responded.
NASA's Artemis II rocket may have punched a hole in the atmosphere, here's how it could impact GPS signals
NASA's Artemis II rocket launch may have disrupted the ionosphere, causing GPS disturbances, researchers suggest. The true impact remains unclear.
Search for New Orleans woman last heard from on her birthday
Lisa Gibson was last in contact with family members over the phone on Monday, Nov. 2.
Domestic violence cases are rising, local advocates warn
New Orleans Family Justice Center officials report an uptick in domestic violence survivors seeking help amid recent domestic-related shootings.
Adam Driver reveals whether he'll be in the 'Girls' revival
Almost a month after the "Girls" revival was announced, Adam Driver addressed whether he will reprise his character in the HBO show.
Toilet rats? Oregon county officials send residents spiraling with comic recommending slippery solution
With winter weather approaching, it's a household surprise nobody wants. Here's what one county in Oregon says you should do if it happens.
Amtrak is changing its policy to allow unloaded guns aboard more trains
Amtrak is amending its policy to allow more passengers to bring unloaded firearms aboard some of its trains.
Desert icons collapse as southwestern US gets pummeled with rain and flooding
Two iconic rock formations that long attracted tourists and photographers to a remote part of New Mexico have collapsed after record rainfall.
Tesla’s Cybertruck heads for an exit after years of hype and division
Tesla’s Cybertruck, the hulking, stainless-steel pickup that inspired devotion and derision with its science-fiction looks, will cease production next year.
1 arrested for setting multiple fires in the 7th Ward, NOFD says
The suspect faces three counts of aggravated arson and at least one count of aggravated assault, according to the New Orleans Fire Department.
JPSO deputy fired, accused of soliciting photos and videos from minors on social media
Gavin Lyvers, 34 is accused of talking to minors through social media and asking for photos or videos in exchange for money, according to State Police.
25-year-old woman killed in Slidell shooting identified, coroner says
Kevin Alexis, 28, faces first-degree murder and attempted first-degree murder in connection with the shooting, sheriff's officials said.
New Orleans man sentenced to life in prison for killing army reserve sergeant
Jeremiah Williams was sentenced Friday to life in prison without the possibility of parole for the second-degree murder of Frederick Magee Jr.
'The Bachelor' is returning in 2027 after nearly 2 years off the air
ABC set a March 2027 premiere for “The Bachelor” Season 30, the franchise’s first season since early 2025 and its first since the scrapped “Bachelorette.”
Panda fans flock to Zoo Atlanta for the debut of Ping Ping and Fu Shuang
Pandas Ping Ping and Fu Shuang made their public debut at Zoo Atlanta for their adoring fans.
Recall effort against Gov. Jeff Landry fails, organizer says they didn't turn in signatures
The deadline was Monday, Nov. 2 and was lead by Marian Gbaiwon who had a 180 days to collect more than 500,000 handwritten signatures.
27 priests added to New Orleans Archdiocese's list of clergy accused of abuse
The additions bring the Archdiocese's list to 106 names, as LSU prepares to host a public archive of clergy abuse records.
VIDEO: Fire breaks out at back gate of Kermit's Mother-in-Law Lounge
Witnesses saw flames stretching well above the fence of the property.
Cornell faculty vote ‘no confidence’ in university leadership after alleged fraternity gang rape
Cornell University's Faculty Senate approved a resolution declaring “no confidence” in the school's top leaders.
Water pressure problems spread to more New Orleans neighborhoods
Water is safe to drink, but residents may notice lower pressure.
Burger King begins countdown for one of its highly anticipated items for holiday season
Burger King began its countdown for one of its highly anticipated item for the holiday season.
Rocket launches to take place off Louisiana's coast, U.S. Coast Guard says
The launches will take place in the Gulf near the Chandeleur Sound and Breton Sound.
Young adults are betting billions on prediction apps. Here's what parents should know.
Young adults ages 18 to 21 traded billions on Kalshi. A Mass General Brigham doctor explains the risk to young brains and the signs parents should watch.