Weather
Krewe of Symphony parade rolls tonight in Metairie
Foggy conditions expected to linger through the morning before clearing up later in the day.
Warmer with sunny conditions Sunday
Mild conditions with clear skies will continue for the rest of the weekend
Warm and Sunny Weekend Ahead for New Orleans Parades
Fog and storms expected to return next week, disrupting parade plans.
Crime
New Orleans DA Secures High Conviction Rates in Early 2026
Orleans Parish District Attorney's Office reports 100% conviction rate and 18 homicide convictions by guilty pleas in first six weeks of the year.
National Guard member leaves rifle in French Quarter hotel bathroom
Hotel owner says it was an accident, but highlights the danger of such mistakes
National Guard Member Leaves Rifle in French Quarter Restroom
Hotel staff quickly secured the weapon to ensure public safety
Travel
New Element Hotel Opens in Downtown New Orleans
The extended-stay property offers wellness-focused amenities and sustainability-minded design.
Passenger Rail Line Needs Airport Stop Between New Orleans and Baton Rouge
Advocates argue a direct connection to the airport is crucial for successful service.
Breeze Airways Launches First International Flight from New Orleans
Nonstop service to Cancún, Mexico begins this Saturday
Sports
Saints Quarterback Tyler Shough Leads Mardi Gras Parade
The rookie QB embraces New Orleans culture as Grand Marshal of the Krewe of Pygmalion parade.
Drew Brees to Lead New Orleans Mardi Gras Parade
Former Saints QB to ride with Krewe of Bacchus for 250th anniversary celebration
Nephew of NFL Star Tyrann Mathieu Commits to HBCU Football
Tyrone Mathieu III will join the reigning SWAC champions at Prairie View A&M.
Lifestyle
Entergy New Orleans Warns Against Mylar Balloons, Confetti Cannons on Parade Routes
Power outages and safety concerns prompt restrictions on certain Mardi Gras props
Mardi Gras Parade Riders Removed for Throwing at Police
New Orleans Mayor cracks down on unsafe behavior, grants NOPD expanded authority to remove floats
World Monuments Fund Commits $7M to Protect Global Heritage Sites in 2026
The organization's 2026 funding will go to conservation, training, and community engagement projects at threatened sites around the world.
