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Police Vow To Solve Shootings Of 19 In New Orleans

Bernadette Lee — Mon, 13 May 2013 12:22:47 +0000

New Orleans police are vowing to swiftly track down the gunmen who wounded 19 people, three of them seriously, at a neighborhood Mother’s Day parade. Detectives continue to conduct interviews and collect surveillance video of the shooting. Click here to see a video that police have of the shooting. Police says gunmen opened fire Sunday [...]

Armed Robbery Gone Wrong In New Orleans, Intended Victim Snatches Gun Away [VIDEO]

Speedy — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 03:36:41 +0000

This is a warning to all you would-be robbers: Not everyone is scared of you. In an attempted armed robbery that happened this past Saturday morning in New Orleans, surveillance video shows a male suspect walking up on a would-be victim. The would-be robber then shoves a shotgun in the guy’s face, and demands money – totally unaware [...]

New Orleans Woman Arrested For Throwing Puppies Off Hotel Balcony [Graphic Video]

Sam Stokes — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 22:01:06 +0000

A surveillance video has emerged showing what appears to be two small puppies being thrown from a balcony at Crystal Inn on Tulane Ave. in New Orleans. Police say the video was recored on Saturday, April 6.

'America's Got Talent' Auditions Headed to Louisiana

Townsquare Media — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 21:03:14 +0000

If you know someone who’s got real talent, whether it be singing, dancing, juggling, or some other amazing skill, mark your calendars. ‘America’s Got Talent’ is looking for the next great performer, and the auditions will be heading to New Orleans on February 15th and 16th. The Ernest N Morial Convention Center will be home [...]

Experience New Orleans Super Bowl XLVII From The Comfort Of Your Own Home [EARTHCAM]

Speedy — Sat, 02 Feb 2013 03:28:58 +0000

New Orleans is epicenter of it all this weekend. Mardi Gras + The Biggest Show on Earth – a.k.a. The Superbowl = OMFG! Craziness. Its the perfect storm of parties. Not all of us can make it to the French Quarter a.k.a. Da Qua’tah - so we want you to experience it – and you can – [...]

The 2013 (Un)Official Tourism Guide For 49ers Fans Visiting New Orleans For Super Bowl XLVII

DJ Digital — Tue, 22 Jan 2013 01:18:11 +0000

It's official. The San Francisco 49ers and the Baltimore Ravens will face off in New Orleans for Super Bowl XLVII. Fans of both teams, and the NFL alike will make their way to the Big Easy to enjoy the big game and all the festivities that surround it.

Is New Orleans Ready For Super Bowl XLVII?

Speedy — Thu, 17 Jan 2013 02:04:44 +0000

The Big Game is only three weeks away . Is New Orleans ready? Relax, Their almost ready.. lol. NOLA isn't called "The Big Easy" for nothing . Just ignore the backhoes around town and the maze of orange cones, traffic barrels and the street construction going on at the foot of the Dome. Its just there to confuse you , so you can head to Bourbon St. and spend money on a Hurricane . Back to the question at hand is NOLA ready for the Big Game ?

R+L Carriers Bowl Game Events In Lafayette, New Orleans

Dave Steel — Fri, 07 Dec 2012 20:39:41 +0000

Here’s an updated list of events surrounding the UL Ragin’ Cajuns football team and their return to the R+L Carriers Bowl game at the Superdome in New Orleans On December 22nd.

What Are the Dirtiest Cities in America?

Mike Adams — Thu, 27 Sep 2012 09:30:47 +0000

Some of the most highly revered travel spots in the nation make up this year’s annual Travel and Leisure America’s Dirtiest Cities. The dirty list was compiled from reader surveys that asked participants to rank 35 metropolitan areas in regards to culture, dining, shopping, as well as cleanliness and the overall feeling of safety felt in those places.

Plaquemines Parish Man Trapped In Attic Calls WWL-TV In New Orleans [VIDEO]

Chris Reed — Wed, 29 Aug 2012 12:14:26 +0000

We just played this interview on the radio---a man trapped in his attic in Plaquemines Parish called a New Orleans television station, WWL-TV, and described what brought he and his family into their attic. As we reported, water appears to have breached the levees in Plaquemines Parish due to the rising tide and storm surge.

Drew And Brittany Brees Have A Third Baby Boy

Brad Striker — Fri, 17 Aug 2012 00:38:55 +0000

Yesterday was a good day for the Brees family since Drew and Brittany welcomed their third baby boy into the world! Drew has always been a family man and Callen Christian Brees just makes this star quaterback and his wife happier. Callen Christian Brees was born yesterday evening in the great city of New Orleans [...]

Juvenile's 'Ha' Presented In The Form Of A Questionnaire

DJ Digital — Wed, 30 May 2012 20:00:05 +0000

Every now and again, the internet delivers greatness on levels that are immeasurable. Today is one of those days. As if the new video from New Orleans Bounce Rapper Nicky Da B wasn't golden enough, someone has taken the time to decipher every lyric from Juvenile's 'Ha' and put it in questionnaire form. If you grew up in south Louisiana during the 90's or ever dropped it like it was hot to Juvenile's 'Back That A** Up' you will definitely enjoy this.

Win Justin Bieber Concert Tickets With Hot 107.9 Before They Go On Sale!

Hot 107-9 — Sat, 26 May 2012 04:22:54 +0000

Hot 107.9 is proud to welcome Justin Bieber to New Orleans on Tuesday, January 15, 2013. We will have your free tickets, so listen weekday mornings all this week with Chris Reed On Air for your chance to call in and win! Tickets go on sale for the general public on Saturday, June 2nd, but we are giving you a chance to win them before you can buy them!

Saints Owner Tom Benson Buys The Hornets

Chris Logan — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 20:13:44 +0000

Let me start by saying Tom Benson can buy the Hornets, but he cant give Drew Brees the money he deserves!! I know, the salary cap comes into play and it's the NFL not the NBA...but I just had to say it! A source close to the deal tells the Associated Press, the purchase price was $338 Million

Former Coach Bob Knight Falls Asleep On ESPN Set [VIDEO]

Chris Reed — Mon, 02 Apr 2012 10:05:34 +0000

During the NCAA Men's Basketball Final Four coverage in New Orleans, former Indiana Men's Basketball Coach, Bob Knight, fell asleep while on the set of ESPN. Knight who is now an analyst on ESPN had trouble staying awake while the panel were discussing an upcoming game in the Final Four.

Saints Release Official Statement About 'Bounty' Penalties

Brad Striker — Thu, 22 Mar 2012 00:25:52 +0000

So far the talk of the day has been about The New Orleans Saints Organization and the suspension of Head Coach Sean Payton for the 2012 football season. There is a lot of investigation going on about the 'bounty scandal', but now the official site for the New Orleans Saints has spoken up.

New Orleans Mother Has Daughter Wear Humiliating T-Shirt After She's Caught Shoplifting [VIDEO]

Chris Reed — Tue, 20 Mar 2012 14:19:04 +0000

A New Orleans mother refuses to let a thief live under her roof and has taken extreme measures to discipline her 13-year-old daughter after she was caught shoplifting at a shopping mall.

Russell Brand Arrested In New Orleans For Window Smashing Cell Phone Incident

DJ Digital — Fri, 16 Mar 2012 00:37:23 +0000

Russell Brand is filming a movie in New Orleans. When people see celebrities like Russell Brand, they take pictures with their cell-phones. When people take pictures of Russell Brand, Russell Brand gets mad.

Rihanna Tapped for Performance at Brad Pitt's Charity Event in New Orleans

Trent Fitzgerald — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 15:59:35 +0000

Rihanna will show her love for the people of New Orleans with a performance at Brad Pitt’s Make It Right charity event on March 10. The event was coordinated to help raise monies for families who lost their homes during Hurricane Katrina in 2005.

UL Ragin Cajuns Invade The French Quarter In New Orleans [VIDEO]

Chris Reed — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 17:18:33 +0000

In preparation of the New Orleans Bowl on Saturday Dec. 17th, the "Pride Of Acadiana" Marching Band, Cheerleaders, and Fans from UL have taken over the French Quarter in New Orleans. UL and it's fans have waited for this type celebration for decades, and it has finally arrived. The Cajuns will make their first bowl appearance in over 40 years when the take on San Diego State University this weekend, and the fans from UL are taking it all in. Here is a video of "The Cajun Nation" taking part in the "Second Line March" in New Orleans.