The Latest Breaking News from New Orleans

Zion Williamson falls victim to a viral social media hoax involving actress Sydney Sweeney, as the Pelicans star focuses on his 2025 physical transformation and recovery.

New Orleans is a city defined by contrasts: music and movement on one corner, uncertainty and real-world challenges on another. People here value community, but even in a place known for its resilience, being pulled into a legal crisis can shake your footing. One moment you’re navigating everyday life, and…

Ten inmates had made their escape in May by crawling through a hole behind a jail toilet

The two new funds will total at least $530 million

A federal judge has approved a federal settlement that will clear the way for the New Orleans Archdiocese to pay at least $230 million to hundreds of victims of clergy sexual abuse

Attorneys for the victims struck deal with the church’s largest insurer to increase $230m settlement approved earlier

Settlement also includes major changes to how church identifies and discloses past claims of abuse by clergy

State and federal authorities are monitoring online criticism and protests against the immigration crackdown in New Orleans

Independent journalist Nick Sortor describes being struck at a New Orleans ICE protest, with circulating videos revealing moments leading to the crowd altercation.